Workplace vocabulary
If you're aiming to land an internship, get a part-time job, or prepare for your future career, be familiar with some business terms and phrases.

As a student working on improving your English, understanding common workplace vocabulary can be incredibly helpful. It will make you feel more confident and successful in professional settings. Let’s dive in!

Level: medium
Categories: vocabulary, reading, writing, speaking

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Common job titles
  • Manager
  • Supervisor
  • Receptionist
  • Administrative Assistant
  • Sales Representative
  • Marketing Coordinator
  • Software Engineer
  • Graphic Designer
  • Project Manager
  • Financial Analyst
  • Human Resources Specialist
Daily job activities
  • Attend a meeting
  • Respond to emails
  • Collaborate with team members
  • Meet deadlines
  • Multitask
  • Prioritize tasks
  • Take notes
  • Conduct research
  • Present a proposal
  • Attend a training session
  • Organize files and documents
Workplace communication
  • Provide feedback
  • Ask for clarification
  • Discuss a project
  • Schedule a call
  • Send a follow-up
  • Deliver a presentation
  • Participate in a brainstorming session
  • Network with colleagues
  • Circulate a memo
  • Negotiate a contract
  • Resolve a conflict
Workplace culture
  • Company values
  • Office dress code
  • Team-building activities
  • Onboard new hires
  • Company perks
  • Work-life balance
  • Promote employees
  • Offer professional development
  • Volunteer opportunities
  • Holiday celebrations
  • Flexible scheduling

Keep practicing and applying this vocabulary, and you’ll be on your way to thriving in any workplace setting. Good luck!

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