1. Why did you choose to complete an internship?

For the past 10 months I have been studying a Diploma in Business Administration, this was the first step I took towards my goal of getting a career in Real Estate. Since then, I have been actively researching any Real Estate positions going in the area, I have researched the industry, the requirements I need and made contact with all local Agencies, to get my name out there. Recently I completed my Agents Representative Certificate, which put me one step closer to my goal. When I was offered the opportunity to undertake an Internship, I thought it would be a great chance for me to get my foot in the door to Real Estate. Living in a small town does make it a little difficult to gain opportunities like this, so I grabbed it! I am now in the middle of my third week of my 4 week Internship Program with East Gippsland & Lakes Real Estate and I am loving it!

2. What have you learned the most during your internship?

I have learnt so much during my Internship that it is hard to pin point one specific thing. This opportunity gave me a chance to find out whether I will enjoy the Industry or not. As I have never worked in a position like this it was hard to tell if I would like it or not, or if I was cut out for it. I have no doubt now that this is definitely a goal I will continue to work towards. Although this is a small business with only two employees, I have learnt a great deal about the industry. I now have a great understanding of what it is like to work in Real Estate, I know the day-to-day tasks that are required and have performed all tasks that have been given to me.

 3. What benefits do you feel AI contributed to your internship and time in Australia?

The Australian Internships Program gave me the benefit of being able to make my dream a reality. By arranging this 4 week program it really gave me a great boost towards my goal. The AI keeps regular contact with myself and my host to ensure that everything is going well. By also filling out my Weekly Learning Plan this allows me to put into words all the tasks I undertake and to really track my own progress and all the knowledge and skills I have learnt. It also allows me to get feedback from my host on my progress and performance.   

4. What advice would you give future interns"? 

Take the opportunity and work the hardest you possibly can. It is a great feeling knowing that you are learning new things on the road to successfully reaching your goal. Be grateful for anyone willing to take the time to train you new things and appreciate every type of feedback you get, good or bad because you can learn from your mistakes and always work on making yourself better.

 5. What do you enjoy most about Australia?

I love Australia, I have lived here my whole life and I am very grateful to live in such an amazing country.