托福TPO18 Conversation1

TPO-18 Conversation 1 A: Hi ! I hope you can help me . I just transferred from Northeastern State University near Chicago. B: Well welcome to Central University .But Chicago is such a great city. Why did you leave? A: Everyone asks that. It’s my hometown. And it was sure convenient to go to a school nearby. But Northeastern is still fairly small. And it doesn’t have the program I’m interested in. I want to major in international studies. And the only program int the State is here. A: We do have a great program. Well how did you get interested in international studies? B: My family hosted a few foreign exchange students while I was growing up. Then I took part in an international summer program after I graduated from high school. I thought I really I like meeting people from all over, getting to know them. A: OH! Ok! And that led you to our program. Right now though I think you are looking for a job. B: Yeah, a part time job on campus. I thought I’d save money ,being away from the big city. But it doesn’t seem to be working that way .Anyway I’m not having much luck. A: I’m not surprised. Most of our campus jobs are taken in the first week or two of the semester. What work experience have you had? B: Well, I worked in the university library last year. But I already checked at the library here. They said their remaining positions were for work-study students getting financial aid. I’ve never run into that before. A: Well, I guess each school has its own policies. Uh, we really don’t have much right now. You might be better. If you really want something, how are your computer skills? B: About average I’d say. I helped teach some of the basic computer classes. Northeastern offers for new users, if that helps any. A: OK, The technology support department needs people to work its helpdesk. It’s basically a customer service job, answering questions, helping people solve their computer proplems,give you a chance to develop your people skills. B: Something every diplomat needs. But is there some problem? I mean why is the job still open? A: Well, they have extended hours, from 6am to 2am every day. So they need a large staff. But right now they only need people early mornings, late nights, and weekends. You’d probably end up with a bit of everything rather than a regular spot. On the bright side you’ll probably be able to get some studying done between calls. At least it could be a start and then you can try for better hours next semester . B: Um, I see why the hours might be a problem. But I guess I can’t afford to be too picky if I want a job. Still maybe we can work something out..