WRITTEN MEDIATION TASK
TOPIC: WORK
TASK DESCRIPTION:
Scenario:
One of your classmates, Daniel, is
looking for a summer job in order to start making his own pocket money.
He is a sociable teenager, very talkative, extremely organised,
enthusiastic and responsible. He speaks English eloquently and
writes it well too. He loves participating in sport and nature
activities. However, he has never had a serious job before. He has only
done babysitting for his neighbours. He asks you for some ideas. You
find this infographic at your local youth club and think some of the
jobs here are just meant for him.
Task:
Select the jobs you find most suitable, explain to him why and expand on them. You can also say why you consider the others less appropriate. Finally, try to positively encourage him to choose one and strongly support him by telling him which aspects you value most about him.
Send him an email
Write about 120 words
Sample answer:
Hi Daniel!
This morning I came across a flyer with summer job offers and believe me, one of the jobs is just perfect for you. It's the position of group leader in a summer camp.
First, they are looking for people who can speak English well, and you do. Secondly, they don't require any previous experience, so don't worry about this aspect. What’s more, you love nature and spending time outdoors, which is part and parcel of this post.
I’m sure you will excel at it because you are really keen, remarkably energetic, extremely responsible and have an outgoing personality. So seize the opportunity and ask for an interview. You would be a great asset to an organisation like that.
All the best,
Susan
More useful language:
The purpose of this email is to let you know that this morning I went to my youth club and I came across a leaflet with summer job offers. I immediately thought of you. As a matter of fact, several of them would be good for you.
The only exception would be the position of beach lifeguard. The reasons are that you need to be at least 20 and you also need some experience in this field.
As for the other possible jobs, one of them is a post of Red Cross volunteer. In this job you would have to take care of people who have had accidents or who are homeless or needy. Although they don't ask for any previous experience, they are looking for people who can speak English well. I am sure you wouldn't have any problems in this area.
Another job that you could do is the public relations officer one. If you chose it, your duty would be to advertise businesses online and on the street. Even though they don't require that candidates have any previous experience, they look for people who can not only speak good English but also do public speaking and write very well. Again, these are all skills you are great at.
That being said, I personally feel that you could apply for the position of group leader in a summer camp. Let me explain why. First and foremost, you will love this job since you will enjoy working with children. A second area to consider is that you fulfil the English requirement. I say that because you really have a flair for English. Don't worry if you have not done anything like this before as they don't require any previous experience. Having said that, you have sometimes told me that you often do babysitting for your neighbours' sons and daughters, therefore it goes without saying that you must have gained some valuable experience working with children. What's more, you must have learnt to be very patient with them. In addition, you always take part in the school sports and outdoor programme. Evidently, this experience will also come in handy. If this were not enough, you are a punctual and responsible person. And on top of all that, I am sure you will excel at this job because you are really keen, remarkably energetic and have an outgoing personality.
All in all, I encourage you to make the most of this opportunity and ask for an interview. You would be a great asset to an organisation like that. You won't let them down.
