1. Work in pairs. Read the groups of words and guess the common word for each category. Be as quick as possible

1. Job, work, money, employee.

2. Money, month, earn, job.

3. Classroom, school, lesson, student.

4. Manager, supervisor, work, chief.

5. Airplane, fly, drive, passengers.

6. Work, quit, sacked, moneyless.

7. Grow, plant, foodstuffs, livestock.

8. Sick, hospital, help, pain.

9. Owner, independent, employer, work.

2. Match the pictures to the words below. Describe each job in one sentence.

alternative energy engineer, biotechnologist, computer programmer, computer systems analyst, freelancer, market analyst, media consultant, seasonal job, secretary, self-employed, web designer, worker

Did you know?

At the outbreak of the Second World War, two million women were still employed in domestic service. Wages were still only 25p a week.

3. Divide the jobs from ex. 2 into «Traditional» and «Future».

In pairs, think of possible job descriptions for the jobs in the category «Future».

- What will people do?

- Do people need any special education and/or qualifications to apply for a job?

- Are there any age or gender restrictions?

- Why is the job good for the future?

Discuss your descriptions in class.

4. Read an article below and find out which of the pictures above have matches to the jobs mentioned.

Which jobs have no picture matches? What do you know about them? Share your ideas in class.

Best Jobs for Your Future

To help you find the right job for your future, let us focus on the following occupations.

Take a look at the best jobs for the future.

1. Healthcare

An aging population will put doctors, nurses, physical therapists, and pharmacists in more demand.

Healthcare workers should enjoy working with people, and should be good at science and math.

2. Information Technology

Computers, the Internet, and Smartphones have changed business and communication. Programmers, security specialists, and administrators will continue to be in high demand.

They should enjoy analytical thinking and be creative problem solvers. For the best positions, keep up with changes by continuing education and certification.

3. Marketing

Increased competition and the need to find new ways for products and services will guarantee high demand for marketing professionals.

Creativity, good communication skills, and excellent research ability are necessary.

4. Alternative Energy

Wind power, hydrogen power, geothermal power, and solar power will create new careers, from mechanics and plant managers to scientists, engineers, and even sales and marketing professionals, as these energies become more mainstream.

5. Content Creation

Demand for business writers who specialise in blogs, newsletters, website articles and special reports will also increase.

This field requires good communication and writing skills, and being highly creative and original. There also is a must for self-motivation and self-discipline.

5. In pairs, decide which of the traits of character discussed above you would add as a necessary requirement to each of the 5 job categories described in the article. Discuss your ideas in class. Be ready to support and defend your point.

6. Think which of the jobs described in the article is the most important for society and the world. Note down at least 3 reasons and present your point in class.

7. Which of the jobs of the future would you like to take? Write a short essay. Say:

- what job you would like to take;

- why you think it is important;

- why it is good for you’

- why you are good for this job.