How will your first day go? Well, it will depend largely on your appointed work place, the people who work there, the kind of role you hold, and the attitude you have. It is normal to feel nervous because you will be in a different country, you will be meeting new people and you will be working in a new environment. You are probably getting more and more scared and nervous by reading this. Don't be!

Take a deep breath and check out some of the tips bellow, take note of them, be prepared, smile, and you will be just fine:

• Be on time.
• Dress yourself appropriated in a clean, smart, conservative and professional way.
• Bring a notebook and record any information about your company in it, and also jot down any new information that you feel are important on the day. You can also use this as a log book or diary to record your day to day life as an intern. This will certainly be a valuable souvenir when you finish your work experience!
• Bring a couple of pencils and pens.
• Find out as much information as you can about your work place. For example find out the address and telephone number of the company and your responsible work experience coordinator, find out what the transportation is like to your work place and how you can get there safely. You should also find out what the company's mission statement is.
• Bring a folder to place any documents you bring or receive.
• Bring all required documents. You may be asked to bring originals or photocopies of your drivers license, passport and visa documents. You may also be asked to bring paper work that will need to be handed in to your work experience coordinator.
• Bring some lunch and snacks.
• Bring some cash. $30 should be enough to cover any extra expenses such as lunch or coffee with colleagues and transportation costs.
• Bring your credit card and Eftpos. Bring these just to be safe.
• Ask politely when you don't understand something.
• Take initiative and offer your services.
• Stay positive.
• Don't forget! A SMILE will go a long way :)