1. Europeans on the intercultural labour market Second Meeting Kristianstad 14 – 18 July 2014 Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

2. Europeans on the intercultural labour market Useful information for JOBSEEKERS looking for a job abroad Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

3. Chapter 1 Employment documents (1/3) Curriculum Vitae Personal data Job applied for Work experience Education and training Personal skills: mother tongue, other languages, communication skills, organisational /managerial, job related skills, computer skills Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

4. Chapter 1 Employment documents (2/3) Cover letter Personal information: address, telephone and e-mail Adressee details: Opening salutation Main content Final salutation Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

5. Chapter 1 Employment documents (3/3) Language Passport Self-assessment tool for language skills and qualifications Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

6. Chapter 2 Presentation interview The three steps of a job interview 1. Preparation 2. Interview day 3. Follow up Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

7. Chapter 2 Presentation interview Preparation 1. Learn about the company and the position 2. Double check the time and location of the interview 3. Prepare what you want to say in the interview 4. Review your resume and think about how your experiences can be matched up with the job’s requirements Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

8. Chapter 2 Presentation interview Interview day 1. Dress appropriately 2. Be punctual 3. listen actively throughout the interview 4. Avoid generalities and cliches 5. Demonstrate that you have thought seriously about this career path and this company by asking intelligent questions about the position 6. Ask your interviewers for their business cards to ensure that you have the proper contact information when you follow up. Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

9. Chapter 2 Presentation interview Follow-up 1. Afterward, send a follow-up letter. Thank the interviewer for taking the time to speak with you and let them know that you are still interested 2. Review what you’ve learned. What were the strongest parts of your interview? What were the weakest? Were you asked any questions you hadn’t anticipated? And what did you learn about this company or career track? Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

10. Chapter 2 Presentation interview Some Types of job interview One to one interview A panel job interview takes place when an applicant for employment is interviewed by a panel - or group - of interviewers. There may be one candidate and multiple interviewers, multiple candidates and one interviewer, or several candidates and several interviewers. Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

11. Chapter 2 Presentation interview Some Types of job interviews Telephone interview Employers use phone interviews as a way of identifying and recruiting candidates for employment. Phone interviews are often used to screen candidates in order to narrow the pool of applicants who will be invited for in-person interviews. Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

12. Chapter 2 Presentation interview Some Types of job interview Group interview A panel job interview takes place when an applicant for employment is interviewed by a panel - or group - of interviewers. There may be one candidate and multiple interviewers, multiple candidates and one interviewer, or several candidates and several interviewers. Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

13. Chapter 2 Presentation interview The 10 Things you should NEVER say during a job Interview 1. How much does the job pay? 2. What does your company make (or do)? 3. What can you do for me; what are the benefits like vacations, promotions and bonuses? Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

14. Chapter 3. Looking for a job The research planning The professional project The professional profile The relationshipp network The active job searching The Job Advertisements The Online job searching3 The Networking Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL

15. Chapter 4 Practices and work habits in IT culture Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL "Time is money" is not a common phrase in Italy. Foreign businessmen/women should be punctual for business appointments, although the Italian executive may not be. Handshakes are common for both sexes, and may include grasping the arm with the other hand. Do not expect quick decisions or actions to take place, as the Italian bureaucracy and legal systems are rather slow. Italian companies often have a rigid hierarchy, with little visible association between the ranks.

16. Chapter 4 Practices and work habits in EU culture Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL  It is common for everyone to speak simultaneously at Italian gatherings. This applies to business meetings as well as social events.  Do not exchange business cards at social occasions; but it is the norm at business functions and meetings.  Italians often have two different business cards, one with business credentials for formal relationships, and another with personal information for less formal relationships.  Italian cards are often plain white with black print.

17. Chapter 4 Practices and work habits in EU culture Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL When entering a business function, the most senior or eldest person present should always be given special treatment. When invited to someone's home, bring gift-wrapped chocolates, pastries, or flowers. Flowers must be given in even numbers, except for a dozen (12) or half-dozen (6), especially if roses. If you bring wine as a gift, make sure that it is of excellent vintage, as many Italians are wine connoisseurs. Avoid giving anything in a quantity of 17, as 17 is considered to be bad luck, or a doomed number.

18. Europeans on the intercultural labour market Thank you for your attention Michela Beccafichi - Enaip TFL