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Date Posted: 07:39:14 08/26/01 Sun
Author: Anakin
Subject: Valuable Advice
In reply to: Cartooncheryl 's message, "Re: An inquiry about a company" on 06:15:45 08/26/01 Sun

I'm not sure how much they would pay me, but it might not be enough for me to live alone, I suspect.

Yes, it'll be a great experience to live in such a cool city, though I'm a little afraid because I would be the only student from my University there... hmm... sounds very lonely... But I'll think about nevertheless :D It's such a good opportunity, too good to be missed :P

Another overseas placement I'm thinking of is in Germany. The company deals with wearable electronics and innovative textiles. It is closely linked with a University/Institute, which gives me more assurance because it would be my first time abroad by myself. Moreover there will be another fellow student with me if I were selected.

However, I have to think of the differences in language. I can't speak any German... oh dear... and I don't think I can read any either. But I am very open to learning a new language. In fact I enjoy doing that, if time permits! I'm also worried about the exchange rates. If the Euro is used from January onwards, I might have to pay lots because of its recent rapid growth relative to the Deutsch Mark.

I also found out that the place, Bochum, is 178km away from where Wicket lives!

Hmm, I'm rather apprehensive about the whole idea of going abroad to a place I don't know, and having to represent my University and perform well for 6 months. I don't think I know anything much to be able to do anything useful!! I know so little. But that is precisely why I'd like to challenge myself. I still am afraid, but if I never attempt this, I'll lose the chance to grow independent quickly. I'll probably be homesick, but at least I would have experienced what "homesickness" means! And hopefully such a trip would make me a better, more knowledgeable person.

Hey, I'm thinking too much. I might not even be selected for any interviews!!! :P

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Re: Valuable Advice -- Wicket, 13:08:54 08/27/01 Mon