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First Days

My trip started as a roller-coaster ride with lightning surrounding me in the skies. The flight from Frankfurt to Detroit was torture and a stomach ache experience, which I have never experienced before. I landed on a new continent with the same weather conditions as the ones which saw me off in the Old World. At first, everything reminded of the same old Europe I am accustomed to. However, then came massive vehicles, wide and multiple traffic lanes and gigantic family houses. The popular American Dream stood before my very eyes.

The first day in the office reminded me of my first days at other work places. I got to know all the colleagues, familiarized myself with the policies and had a short introduction into the work flow of the company. I would say AutoCom has surpassed all my previous work places – the colleagues were exceptionally sincere, friendly and very helpful. The office appears to be a very cozy place with close family-like relationships. Every person at AutoCom has made a wonderful and sophisticated first impression. This will truly be a place where I can actually learn and achieve – the two keywords to which all young career starters strive.

Besides my internship, I am hoping to meet more interesting people. I want to get to know the American mentality first hand. Of course, traveling around the States and Canada is also on my “to-do” list. The future is very promising – I am excited to see what it brings!

Talk to you soon!

Kiril

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