Karen Chang - Human Resources (USA)

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Why did you choose to complete an Internship?

Internship is the best way to get the real experience in the field you want to get into. School teaches you what you do in a workplace, but never can get a hands down experience. Each workplace is different because of the environment, colleagues, and workload. Internships give you a glimpse of how each company works and you do not have to stay at the company for a long time if you do not like it. If you think the work you are doing during your internship is not what you were thinking of, it is not too late to change your major as a student. You deal with different people every day, so it helps you improve your weakness. For example, customer service, problem solving, and organizing.

After graduating, you become a stronger candidate because you have some knowledge and got valuable experiences from other company abroad.


What have you learned the most during your internship?

During my internship, I learned how to interview people professionally, and how to pick the right candidate for each department. This is really rewarding because I was the one who is always being interview. It feels so different interviewing other people and I get to meet so many different people. Sometimes we have the same interests, so we have a little chat after the interview.


What do you enjoy most about Australia?

Australia is a beautiful country. I really enjoy the café here because it is so instagrammable! The food is plated like an art, delicious, and the interior is nice. I never ate vegetarian food, but there is so many vegetarian café and vegan options in every restaurants.

I really enjoy the beach here too because each beach looks different. Some beach has different sections that the wave cannot hit you and children are safe to enter too. It’s a very pretty place for tropical photos and relaxing. The best part is on Sunday no matter where you go, the bus fare is only $2.70 for the whole day.


What’s your advice for other interns?

Work hard during your internship and always ask questions when you need help. This way helps you get along with your colleagues faster. Be curious because you’re interning in another country and you can bond with your colleague with just a little chat.


How was your overall experience with Australian Internships?

I am very happy that Australian Internships placed me to such an awesome company. I never have a complain about the company, because Australian Internships help you find a perfect company. The Weekly Learning Plan really help me keep in track what I do every week. Looking back at it, I knew what I have accomplished and how much I improved throughout my whole internship.

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