French
Grade 8
15 min
Le CV et la Lettre de Motivation (Resume and Cover Letter)
Le CV et la Lettre de Motivation (Resume and Cover Letter)
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Introduction & Learning Objectives
Learning ObjectivesIdentify the main sections of a CV (résumé) [seh-VEH].Understand the purpose of a lettre de motivation (cover letter) [LEHT-ruh duh moh-tee-vah-SYOHN].Use the right vocabulary to describe your compétences (skills) [kohm-peh-TAHNS] and expériences (experiences) [ex-peh-RYAHNS].Use the conditionnel présent (present conditional tense) [kohn-dee-syoh-NEL preh-ZAHN] to make polite requests.Imagine you want to work at a dépanneur (convenience store) [deh-pah-NUR] this summer ☀️. The patron (boss) [pah-TRON] asks for your CV (résumé) [seh-VEH]. What is that? How do you prepare one? This lesson will help you create professional documents to find your first job! 📄Real-World ApplicationsApplying for a summer job.Applying for an internship.Introducing yourself in a professional wa...
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Key Concepts & Vocabulary
French TermEnglish ExplanationExampleCV (Curriculum Vitae) [seh-VEH]A document that summarizes your education, experience, and skills.Mon CV montre que j'ai de l'expérience avec les enfants. (My résumé shows that I have experience with children.) [mohn seh-VEH MOHN-truh kuh zhay duh lex-peh-RYAHNS ah-VEK layz ahn-FAHN].Lettre de motivation (Cover letter) [LEHT-ruh duh moh-tee-vah-SYOHN]A letter you send with your CV to explain why you want the job and why you are a good candidate.Dans ma lettre de motivation, j'explique mon intérêt pour le poste. (In my cover letter, I explain my interest in the position.) [dahn mah LEHT-ruh duh moh-tee-vah-SYOHN, zhex-PLEEK mohn ahn-teh-REH poor luh POST].Compétence (Skill) [kohm-peh-TAHNS]Something you know how to do well (e.g., speaking a language, usin...
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Grammar Rules & Patterns
1. Using the Infinitive to Describe TasksRule: On a CV (résumé) [seh-VEH], use infinitive verbs to describe your tasks and responsibilities. It's more direct and professional.Example:Organiser (To organize) [or-gah-nee-ZEH] des événements pour la communauté (events for the community) [dayz eh-ven-MAHN poor lah koh-myoo-noh-TEH].Aider (To help) [eh-DEH] les clients à trouver des produits (customers find products) [lay klee-AHN ah troo-VEH day proh-DWEE].Préparer (To prepare) [preh-pah-REH] la nourriture (food) [lah noo-ree-TOOR].2. The Present Conditional for PolitenessRule: In a lettre de motivation (cover letter) [LEHT-ruh duh moh-tee-vah-SYOHN], use the present conditional to make polite requests or express wishes. It's more respectful than the present or future tense.Example:Je voudrais...
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Beginner
Which French term matches this description? 'Quel document résume ta formation, ton expérience et tes compétences ?' (Which document summarizes your education, experience, and skills?)
A.Le CV (Curriculum Vitae)
B.La lettre de motivation
C.L'entrevue
D.Le contrat de travail
Beginner
In which resumé section would you write 'le nom de ton école' (the name of your school)?
A.Compétences
B.Formation
C.Expérience
D.Coordonnées
Beginner
What does the French verb « postuler » mean?
A.Commencer un travail
B.Quitter un travail
C.Faire une demande pour un emploi
D.Passer une entrevue
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