A JOB VACANCY
Victor was watching TV when the telephone rang.It was his
American friend Dick Jones.
Dick:Victor,I hope I'm not calling too late.
Victor:No,Dick.I was watching television. How are you?
Dick:I am fine.I'm calling you at such a late hour because there
is good news for you.An hour ago, I spoke to a friend of mine.
He's on the board of directors at "A & B Instrument Company".They
have an immediate opening for a software programmer.
They are looking for a specialist in this field.I told my
friend about you.He wants to know if you can come tomorrow for an interview.
You shouldn't miss this opportunity.
Victor: Dick,you are absolutely right.I agree with you completely.I realize
that I should see the interviewer;but what about my job at the gas
station?
Dick:Oh,come on.Don't tell them where you are going.Just tell your
supervisor you have some personal business to attend to.
Promise him to make up the time.
Victor:That makes sense,Dick.But I'm a bit afraid because of my poor English.
Dick:Stop worrying about it.All you have to do is to explain your previous
experience.You can do it perfectly well.You've
to show your experience but not English stylistic subtleties.Even a few
grammatical errors won't harm you.I'm sure you'll feel
at ease with the interviewer.
Victor:I hope so.But I'm still confused about the use of English
tenses.Nevertheless I've made up my mind.I'm going
to see the interviewer.
Dick:Okay.Would you write down the address?
Victor:All right.I'm listening.
Dick:620 Broadway,25th floor.Ask for personnel.Don't leave home without
your resume. Good luck.
Victor:Thank you,Dick.
