Why did you choose to complete an Internship?

I have joined an internship to gain professional experience, I believe this is the best way to make it. In Australia, local experience is valued. In addition, an internship allows taking time to understand job roles, tasks and the industry. I thought it would help my style.

What have you learned the most during your internship?

I have learnt how to work in a professional environment. How to communicate with other team members and senior management. Specially how to work with internal systems and Office Admin role in supporting other staff. Therefore, I believe I have obtained the basement to be successful in my career.

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

At the beginning of the engagement, I have explained my requirement and my interests with Australian Internships. AI team has understood my preferences and selected the most suitable opportunity for me. They were truly flexible and I believe they have played the right role in my career.

What advice would you give future interns?

In Australia, it is really challenging to pursue the first employment, we should not be discouraged. I believe completing an internship is the best possible route to find local experience. There are several challenges when we first start working in Australia, I always believe a Can Do attitude is the best tool to be successful.

What do you enjoy most about Australia?

I love Australian diverse and varied culture. Also, most notably the weather, summer is almost similar to the tropical weather in Sri Lanka, and the winter is really lovely too.