When applying for a job in a German-speaking country you need to be able to answer interview questions as well as make and receive phone calls and messages in German.
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Watch the video called Die Stelle, and test your understanding of the clip by answering the questions below.
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Karl's adventurous work experience helps him secure a new post. But is it his dream job?
If you need extra help, remember that you can download a transcript of the script in German, along with a translation of the content.
Viel Glück – good luck.
Why did the job applicant like his last job so much?
Because he helped customers – “weil ich die Kunden geholfen habe.”
Timecode: 00.16
What were his working hours?
From 07:00 until 19:00 – “ich habe von sieben Uhr bis neunzehn Uhr gearbeitet.”
Timecode: 00.24
What does he say his main task was in his last job?
He repaired electrical appliances – “hauptsächlich habe ich Elektrogeräte repariert.”
Timecode: 00.42
Why was he good at his job as a postman last summer?
He was always reliable and really well organised – “ich war immer zuverlässig und wirklich gut organisiert.”
Timecode: 01.00
Which job is he offered at the end of the interview?
The interviewer says: “We would like to offer you the job – as librarian” – “wir würden Ihnen gerne den Job anbieten – als Bibliothekar.”
Timecode: 01.14
