Job Interview English

B1 level  ·  40-minute interactive lesson for confident speaking, interview vocabulary, and role-play practice

Stock image of a job interview with an interviewer speaking to a candidate across a desk
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Step into a realistic interview setting

This lesson helps learners build confidence for job interviews with practical vocabulary, useful question forms, and a guided role play. The image adds a more professional, real-world feel to the page.

B1CEFR level
40 minInteractive lesson
6 stagesPractice flow
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Stage 1 — Warm-up
Getting ready for a job interview
5 minutes · Discussion & context setting

Before we start, think about these questions:

1. Have you ever had a job interview? How did you feel?

2. What do you think interviewers look for in a candidate?

3. What makes a good or bad answer in an interview?

Teacher note: Elicit key ideas from students and write them on the board. This activates prior knowledge and introduces the topic.

Today you will be interviewed for this position:

Customer Service Assistant — Bright Futures Company

Full-time Entry level Office-based

Requirements: good communication skills, ability to work in a team, basic computer skills, punctuality.

5 min
Stage 2 — Vocabulary
Key interview vocabulary
10 minutes · Gap-fill exercise
Click a word from the box below, then click a blank line to place it. Click a filled blank to remove the word.

Complete the sentences with the correct word from the box.

10 min
Stage 3 — Functional language
Useful phrases for interviews
8 minutes · Study & practise
8 min
Stage 4 — Question forms
Interview question forms drill
10 minutes · Multiple choice quiz
10 min
Stage 5 — Role play
Mock job interview
12 minutes · Pair work
How to use: Student A = Interviewer. Student B = Candidate. Use the script as a guide — try to add your own ideas!
12 min
Stage 6 — Summary
Lesson complete!
5 minutes · Review & feedback