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Amharic → Vocabulary → Resume and Job Interview

As you progress on your language learning journey, it's important to also learn how to communicate effectively in a professional setting. In this lesson, you will learn how to write a resume and prepare for a job interview in Amharic.

Once you've mastered this lesson, take a look at these related pages: Months of the year & Verbs for Describing the Weather.

Writing a Resume in Amharic

Before you can start preparing for a job interview, you need to have a strong resume that makes you stand out as a candidate. Here are some tips for writing a resume in Amharic:

• Start with your personal information: In Amharic, you should start your resume with your name and contact information, such as your phone number, email address, and physical address.

• Highlight your education: Education is highly valued in Ethiopian culture, so be sure to include your educational background, such as your degree or diploma and the name of the institution where you studied.

• Focus on your work experience: List your work experience in reverse chronological order, starting with your most recent job. Describe your responsibilities and accomplishments in each position using action verbs.

• Emphasize your skills: In addition to work experience, emphasize your skills and abilities that are relevant to the job you're applying for. This could include technical skills, language skills, or other soft skills like teamwork or problem-solving.

• Keep it concise: While it's important to provide enough detail about your qualifications, your resume should be concise and easy to read. Aim for one or two pages maximum.

Here's an example of a table that shows how to list your work experience in Amharic:

Amharic	Pronunciation	English
ሥራ አስፈፃፀም	sirra asfatsatim	Work Experience
በአጭራሽ ቦታ	be'acharashe bot'a	Location of Employment
ስራ አስፈፃፀም	sirra asfatsatim	Position/Title
ጠቅላይ ሥራ	tekilalay sirra	Job Responsibilities
የትምህርት ደረጃዎች	yetemihirte derajochewoch	Education Requirements
የሥራ ልምድ	yesira limid	Work Hours

1. 1. Tips for a Job Interview in Amharic

Once you've submitted your resume, you will hopefully receive an invitation for a job interview. Here are some tips for preparing for a job interview in Amharic:

• Research the company: Before the interview, do some research on the company and the position you're applying for. This will show that you're interested and prepared.

• Dress appropriately: In Ethiopia, it's important to dress conservatively for job interviews, especially if it's in a government or corporate setting.

• Prepare your answers: Think about potential interview questions and prepare your answers in advance. You should be able to articulate your qualifications, experience, and skills in a clear and concise manner.

• Practice your pronunciation: Make sure to practice your Amharic pronunciation, especially if it's not your first language. You can ask a friend or language tutor for help.

• Display confidence: During the interview, it's important to display confidence and enthusiasm for the job. Make eye contact and engage with the interviewer.

Remember, the key to success in job interviews is preparation and confidence. By following these tips and practicing your language skills, you will be well on your way to landing your dream job. Good luck!

Other Lessons

• Environment
• Important Occasions
• Asking Someone Who is Sick or Injured What is Wrong
• Games
• How to Say Hello and Greetings
• Symptoms
• How to say Good Bye?
• Clothes
• Days of the Week
• Months of the year

Sources

• English to Amharic Meaning of resume - እንደ ገና መጀመር