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I am writing this to my manager.
I’ve found a new job, and I won't start working there for two months.
I would like to ask you if you recommend to me studying specific things, so that when I start working I will already know them.
Is it correct to use “to” in this context?
Information, news and equipment are uncountable nouns. You need to use an adjective of quantity before them such as - "a piece of information/equipment" or "some information or equipment". So options (a), (b) and (c) are wrong. Option (d) is correct because "means" means "method", which is countable. (That is, you can count the "methods").
Both job and position are correct. But "teaching position" sounds better.
A Job is a general term which is a collection of tasks that can be performed by a number of employees. A "position" is specific to its role and responsibilities and can only be held by one appointed person.
Example:
Job: Manager (generic term)
Position: Finance Manager, HR Manager.My friend and I are both Managers. We have the same job. But, my position is HR manager, while his position is Finance Manager.
This is the reason why we tend to prefer "position" when talking about specific role/position/job.
So,
- Interviewing for a teaching position.
- Interviewing for a sales position.
- Interviewing for a particular position.
- Interviewing for a new job.
- Interviewing for a job
All of the above sentences are correct.
And I agree with others. Your teacher probably said "pantyhose" because "panties" is too personal. And if you heard her right saying "panties," her English is definitely not good enough.
user3169 is absolutely correct.
Yes, your sentence:
I am interviewing for a job at ABC company.
is equivalent to
I am interviewing with ABC company for a job.
But, are you the interviewer or the interviewee?
As csjacobs24 said, it really depends on the context.
Take note:
- I am taking an Interview at the ABC company. or I am conducting an Interview at the ABC company.
- I will be giving an Interview at the ABC company. or I am being interviewed by the ABC company(Interviewers).
The first sentence means that you are the Interviewer. While the second sentence means that you are the interviewee, or being interviewed.
Also, have a look at what the Ngram says
Best Answer
Your instincts are correct; the preposition sounds a little awkward there. I would suggest one of these two alternatives:
or: