Selection of Company
I did my selection of company based on the job description stated in the Industrial Training System (ITS). The descriptions that seem more appealing and do-able to me would be what I am attracted to the most. Next was the services that the company provides to clients, the industry that they are involved in. My first choice was Brand Activation Asia because the job descriptions stated appeals to me. Not only that, a considerate amount of salary was provided alongside a really good working hour of 10.00 am to 6.30 pm. Although the company is quite a distance from my house, to gain valuable experience we need to get out of our comfort zone.
Workshops and Training
Taylor's has came up with many internship workshops for us to attend in preparing us for what to expect, what to do, what not to do, setting first impressions, writing a cover letter, writing a resume, what looks good on a resume, how to access the Industrial Training System (ITS) to select our company choices, personal grooming and dressing and many more. During these workshops, I have extended my horizons by just learning that it is the simple things that counts. A firm handshake tells employee that you are confident, competent and professional. The way you sit also tells another story. Therefore we cant take all these things lightly and have to be alert on how to carry ourselves.
Setting Expectations & Goals
For this internship, I have set a few expectations and goals for myself so that I do not go through this experience blindly and would have achieved at least something by the end of the period.
1. The internship will provide me with the opportunity to test my interest in a particular career before permanent commitments are made.
2. The internship will allow me to develop skills in the application of theory to practical work situations.
3. The internship will further motivate me to continue and enhance my education.
4. The internship will provide an in-depth knowledge of the formal functional activities of a participating organization.
