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Lesson 21: Job interview basics

Answer common interview questions with short, clear examples. About 10 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-14

Confident · B1 Lesson 21 of 30 · Listen · Speak · Check

1. Key phrases

Press 🔊 to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.

  • Thanks for having me. A friendly start to an interview.
  • I've got five years' experience in hospitality. Talk about your experience.
  • In my last job, I was responsible for… Describe your duties.
  • For example, one time… Give a real example.
  • I work well in a team. A common strength, but give an example.
  • I'm available to start in two weeks. Say when you can start.
  • Could you tell me more about the roster? Ask a question about the job.
  • Thanks for your time. I look forward to hearing from you. A polite ending.

2. Listen to the conversation

Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Daniel" to take a part yourself.

3. Say it yourself

Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎤 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.

4. Quick check

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Good to know in Australia

🇦🇺 Australian interviews are often friendly and informal, but interviewers still expect examples. Prepare three short stories about times you solved a problem, worked in a team and learned something new.