Welcome to this IELTS Speaking practice page on Work and Career Development. This full test includes Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 questions designed to help you practise speaking about jobs, work habits, career choices and the future of employment.
Part 1
Topics: Job satisfaction • Work habits
What kind of work do you do?
What do you like most about your job?
Do you prefer working alone or in a team? Why?
What skills are important in your current role?
Do you hope to stay in this job for a long time?
Part 2
In Part 2, you have one minute to prepare and then you need to speak for up to two minutes.
Describe a job you would like to do in the future.
You should say:
• what the job is
• what qualifications or skills it requires
• why it interests you
• and explain what you think would be challenging about it
Part 3
What factors influence people when choosing a career?
Do people change jobs more often now than in the past?
Should schools include career guidance as part of education?
How important is salary compared to job satisfaction?
What impact will automation have on employment in the future?
