英文自我介紹 (English Self-Introduction) | 10 Essential Tips

One of the most important English skills you can learn is how to introduce yourself. 英文自我介紹 (English self-introduction) is used in job interviews, on the first day of school, at meetings, and when you meet someone new. If you can do this well, you will make a strong first impression.

First impressions happen in the first few seconds. The words you choose and how you say them matter a lot. This guide gives you 10 simple, practical tips for introducing yourself in English — no matter the situation. Each tip comes with an example so you can see exactly how to use it.

왜 英文自我介紹 Matters

In Taiwan, many companies — especially foreign companies and tech firms — ask you to introduce yourself in English during job interviews. Schools ask students to do it on the first day of class. International conferences require it. Even in daily life, if you meet a foreign colleague or customer, you need to know how to introduce yourself clearly.

A good self-introduction does three things: it tells people who you are, what you do, and why you are here. Keep it short, clear, and confident. You do not need to tell your whole life story — just the most relevant parts.

Basic Structure of a Self-Introduction

A simple structure to remember is Name → Background → Purpose:

1. Name — Who are you?
2. Background — What do you do or study? What is your experience?
3. Purpose — Why are you here? What do you want?

You can add or remove parts depending on the situation. For a job interview, focus on experience and skills. For a class introduction, focus on your name and interests.

10 Essential Tips for 英文自我介紹

Tip 1: Start with your name clearly

Say your English name or your preferred name first. Speak slowly so people can hear it clearly. If your name is difficult to pronounce, you can add “You can call me [nickname].”

예: Hi, my name is Jason Chen. You can call me Jason.

Tip 2: State your current role or school

Tell people what you do right now. One sentence is enough.

예: I am a marketing manager at a tech company in Taipei.

Or for students: I am a second-year student studying business at National Taiwan University.

Tip 3: Mention one key achievement or skill

Pick the one thing that is most impressive or relevant. Be specific — use numbers if you can. This is where you stand out from other people.

예: In my last job, I helped increase our social media followers by 50% in three months.

Tip 4: Explain why you are there

Tell people your purpose or goal. This shows you are focused and serious.

예: I am here today because I am very interested in the product manager role at your company.

Tip 5: Keep it between 30 and 60 seconds

A good 英文自我介紹 should be about 30 to 60 seconds. That is around 80 to 130 words spoken at a normal pace. Too short and you seem unprepared. Too long and you lose people’s attention.

Tip 6: Avoid starting with “My name is… I am… years old”

Starting with your age is common in Chinese introductions but sounds strange in English. Start with your name and role instead. Age is not usually relevant unless asked.

Avoid: My name is Emily. I am 25 years old. I have a sister…
더 나은: Hi, I am Emily Lin. I am a graphic designer with three years of experience.

Tip 7: Use confident body language

Your words and your body should match. Stand straight, make eye contact, and speak at a steady pace. Even if you feel nervous, confident body language helps you appear more professional. 自信 (confidence) in English speaking comes partly from how you stand and look.

Tip 8: Practice until it sounds natural

Record yourself and listen back. Does it sound natural? Does it flow? Keep practicing until you can say it without reading from notes. The goal is to sound like you are talking, not reading a script.

Tip 9: Prepare for common follow-up questions

After you introduce yourself, people often ask questions. Be ready for these:

• Tell me more about your experience at [company].
• What are your strengths?
• Why are you interested in this role?

For interview preparation, also read our article on English Interview Tips.

Tip 10: End with an invitation to connect

Finish your introduction with something that invites conversation. This makes you seem open and friendly.

예: I am happy to be here and looking forward to working with you all.
Or: I would love to learn more about what your team is working on.

Ready-to-Use Templates

For a job interview:
“Hi, I am [Name]. I am a [job title] with [X] years of experience in [field]. In my last role at [company], I [key achievement]. I am excited about this position because [reason]. I look forward to learning more about the team today.”

For a class or school:
“Hi, my name is [Name]. I am studying [subject] at [school]. I am interested in [topic or hobby]. I am really happy to be in this class and look forward to getting to know everyone.”

For a networking event:
“Hi, I am [Name]. I work in [industry] and I focus on [speciality]. I came today because I am interested in [topic]. What do you do?”

연습 방법

Here are three simple ways to practice your 英文自我介紹:

1. 자신을 녹화하세요 on your phone. Listen back and check: Is it clear? Is it the right length? Does it sound natural?
2. 친구와 함께 연습하세요 — take turns introducing yourselves in English. Give each other feedback.
3. Use the templates above — fill in your real information and practice saying it every day for one week.

By the end of one week of practice, your English self-introduction will feel much more natural. Confidence comes from preparation.