Some Thoughts of My Internship

I passed a pink color form to my manager today. A evaluation form for manager to measure and mark everything about my learning progress. It should include the ability of communicate, task implementation, efficiency in completing works, enthusiasm, wearing style, appearance and etc.

Well, I got 37 out of 40 marks. When I got the form back from the manager, I was like 'jaw down', never thought of getting so good marks. Of course, I'm happy and satisfied with what I have. As what I know, my manager is a perfectionist, demanding, high efficiency, capable but not so good in controlling her emotion. *my colleagues said*

During this 8 weeks, I've learned a lot about event managements, preparation, how to run an event smoothly, problem solving, communication skills, press release writing, and translation. Not only the basic knowledge I've learned, but I do learn about emotion management skills. 

SMILE is a very important thing that to turn everything great. A smile expresses warmth and embracing. When you smile, you are giving others the best that you have inside yourself. For that very tiny moment, a speck in the infinite, you are making someone happy.

This is my secret of being so happy and enjoy in my internship. I admitted I have found a good internship company. I know this job is not easy, it's very tiring and must be ready to challenge new things. Thanks god! I received many compliments from the deputy editor, HR manager, business development manager and friends. As what they said, I'm a lively girl, friendly, always smile, willing to learn, smart, communicate well and... I'm so touched and surprised! 

TWO more days left. This Friday, I'm going to say goodbye to Nanyang. I'm sure will miss all my friends there. I'm here to say thank you to those who had taught me along these days. With their contacts, I can always keep in touch with them. *wink*

What I've done :

• carnival 
• baby contest
• kids talent audition
• open ceremony
• function dinner
• press conference
• meeting
• outstations (Sekinchan & Bukit Pelanduk)
• prizes arrangement 
• contest and winners
• press release writing
• contest form writing (rules & regulations)
• translation 
• free movie tickets

A LOT, RIGHT? 

Two words to describe my working schedule : DAILY FRESH! *laughed*

 When I went to the Media Night

Nanyang Press Bhd (Nanyang Siang Pao)

It's 3pm in the afternoon and I'm doing this -- Full report for my intern.

Company Background (Nanyang Siang Pao Sdn Bhd)

1. Nanyang Siang Pao - founded by the late Mr Tan Kah Kee, a highly respected Chinese community leader in   Singapore on 6/9/1923, under Nanyang Press [Singapore] Pte Ltd.

2. 23/7/1958 - The incorporation of Nanyang Press (Malaya) Sdn. Bhd.

3. 31/8/1962, Nanyang Siang Pao was published both in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.

4. 1975 - Nanyang Siang Pao Singapore & Nanyang Siang Pao Malaysia were officially split.

5. 22/11/1988, Nanyang Press (Malaya) Sdn Bhd changed its name to Nanyang Press (Malaya) Bhd.

6. January 1993 -  Nanyang Press [M] Bhd acquired 100% shares of The China Press Bhd & Life Publishers Sdn Bhd.

7. 4/10/1997 - Official launch of the Nanyang Siang Pao home page (www.nanyang.com)

8. 15/8/1997 - Nanyang Siang Pao Sdn Bhd was awarded the ISO 9001 certification.

9. 8/10/1998 - Nanyang Press [M] Bhd changed its name to Nanyang Press Holdings Bhd to reflect its entity as a holding company.

10. 28/5/2001 - Huaren Management Sdn Bhd bought over 72.35% shares from Hong Leong Group.

Seafood @ Kuala Selangor

My first day in the new department (Business Development Department) was awesome! I'm glad to have chance to follow up an event with the department manager. Well, there were only two people in the office this morning while other colleagues had gone for outstation. After dealing with some trivial stuff, my manager came and asked me : I'll be going out for a meeting and wouldn't come back again, you remember to switch off the lights before going back. Or you want to come along with me? I can fetch you back later.

Instinctively, I said YES! (Why not? I will never miss any chances to learn new things). Together with another marketing executive, three of us came to this small town located in Selangor -- Sekinchan. After driving for about an hour we reached Sekinchan, just after Kuala Selangor towards Teluk Intan. Sekinchan is known as the ricebowl of Malaysia with a lot of paddy fields and some pretty interesting fishing villages.*attracted* 

After ah hour meeting with the clients, we headed off to Kuala Selangor. We discussed about the coming events included the sponsorship, assurance, publicity and other related things. It was almost 6pm when the discussion ended. My manager suggested to have dinner at one of the seafood restaurants as the seafood is fresh and delicious. Thanks to my manager for treating me lunch and also dinner, I had seafood for my lunch and dinner. *yummy*

Headed back home after dinner, reached home about 8pm exhausted!

Beautiful paddy filed in front of my eyes

A typical view of the village in Sekinchan

Road to nowhere

River View Seafood Restaurant @ Kuala Selangor

Crunchy Fried Oyster is one of my favorite food

The signature dish -- Seafood Porridge

Rain Club @ Sri Hartamas

Last Friday, I went to a big event party that only opened for media people. Celcom Axiata Berhad was once again celebrating its long-standing relationship with all the media. A fun-filled night brimming with sumptuous food, exciting games, great music and entertaining performances at CELCOM MEDIA NIGHT!

This event was held at the Rain Club@Sri Hartamas. There were so crowded when I first went in. Firstly, the media had to register their name and take a photograph. It was started by two hot girls singing hot songs on the stage. The host was outstanding! The environment was great! The media night was awesome!

There were RM10,000 cash, BlackBerry devices(14's) and many more fabulous prizes to be win. Too bad, I only got a blue teddy bear.

All the media (broadcast/newspaper/others)

Everyone was waiting for the lucky draw session

2 sexy babes were singing songs on the stage

delicious foods and free flow of beer

Avatar? *laughed*

Leong Kong & Me

(he got the blackberry smart phone! Argh!)

All the reporters from Nanyang & China Press

Reporters & Photographer

T___T  I am the shortest among them

New friend from China Press Newspaper

What made us laugh like this? LOL

Awesome DJ's!

England teddy bear ^^

A memorable photo (Nanyang reporters)

Thanks for the compliment!

What a lucky day! 

Well, I'm feeling so excited and happy right now! It is 1 o'clock in the morning but something has made me sleepless tonight.

The lucky day story is like this: I went in to the office at 10am but only few people were in the office. After a short while, the Nanyang deputy managing editor came and talked to me (normal chatting). He asked me about which university I from, what I like to do the most and which career path will I choose after the internship program.

I told him everything that I sent my resume to 8tv and Astro company but they replied me late, I got the offer letter from Nanyang just after the next day I had sent. My lecturer didn't allow us to change once we got any offer letter. I said that I like to talk, to meet new people, to organize events and  to have flexible timetable. He said he would help me to ask about it whether can change to business development department (event/promotion) or not.

I was a bit of shock that he has shown concern for me, especially when he mentioned the word "I give you the priority". *laughed* After an hour, he came and told me that I've successfully been transferred to that department. He sent them an email by saying that I'm outgoing, proactive and very good in treating people..... Once again, I was shocked! Thanks for the compliment! I'll improve myself more and be my best! 

2 weeks were gone, I had fun in editorial department. Although I don't like news writing, but I get along well with colleagues. A sweet memory that I will never forget Thanks God! Thanks everyone for treating me so well! *touched*

This is the email message

(I can 'fly' up high after reading all the compliments!)

Go Go Go, Eaven!

Miss Beauty Queen Malaysia

Have you ever heard of any Miss Beauty competition that allow the contestants to wear head scarf? Or have you ever seen any Muslim contestant in beauty competition? No right?

MBQ World creates a unique event by organizing various beauty pageants such as Mr. Model Malaysia, Miss Beauty Queen Malaysia, Mrs. Beauty Malaysia and the company will promote the winner to be the charity activity ambassadors.

This year, the company is organizing "Miss Beauty Queen Malaysia 2010" and the finale will be held on 23th of May. According to the president Miss Molly, this is a very special beauty competition that gives equal opportunities to all candidates regardless of race and religious. No swimming suit or any sexy clothes for them.

14 pageants were selected in the previous auditions and each of them represented all the 14 states in Malaysia: Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak. The winner will get RM10 thousand of cash, full wardrobe and LE Vain jewel sponsored by USA. 

I went to the press conference in Grand Hotel, KL, today. As usual, foods and beverages were provided for all the media and also the free gift. I saw the contestants and noticed that there was only a pretty girl and the rest is okay. As what the president had said : "We're looking for inner beauty, pleasant personality, manner and must have passion to help the society". *wink*

The invitation card (23th of May, 2010 @ Seri Endon, Puspanitapuri)

As usual, the media will be given a free gift.

Free Gift: Ballpoint Pen

Coroner's Court

Today is the forth day of my internship. I enjoy my working style which is flexible. 

Guess what? This is my first time here -- Coroner's Court. I came here with a senior reporter to listen and follow up a death case that linked to Teoh Beng Hock (赵明福).

Only people who are related to the case and reporters are allowed to be seated and listen in the court. I saw Teoh Beng Hock's parents were there too. My senior took out her laptop while I just took out a note book and pen. She asked me to copy down what I think is important. *blurred*

The first submission was the application does not disclose a prima facie case. The charge framed by the applicant is unsupported by the crucial evidence, namely, the report appearing in Malaysiakini. It's crucial and essential for the court to make its determination of a prima facie case and for providing sufficient particulars for the respondent to meet the charge and prepare defence.

"It's not matter about how the content (Malaysiakini) to be played but the manner is important. Let the minister come to the court and deny!" Karpal Singh said.

When it come to an end, I looked back on what have I been writing. One word, MESSY! I couldn't be able to copy down all the sentences because the time is limited and the lawyers talked so fast like 'eat' words. But, it's a very good experience for me. AWESOME!

The next hearing will be on 21sth of May.

 The Rule Board

 

Coroner's Court

Inside the Court

(This photo was taken before the people come in)

Kaspersky PURE

Kaspersky Lab, a leading manufacturer of secure management solutions, introduced Kasperky PURE, an integrated solution to protect home networks at an exclusive white-themed event, launched by the Deputy Minister of Education, YB Datuk Dr. Ir. Wee Ka Siong at the Royale Chulan hotel, today.

I came here with another reporter who got almost 20 years of experience in journalism field. We arrived there at 5pm and then had some chats with some reporters (from other printing companies). Well, some of them are quite friendly and they are willing to share their personal experiences with us. The event started at 6pm and it ended at 9pm. Of course, the dinner was provided.

Kaspersky Lab also introduced Kaspersky PURE Privilege Card, believed to be the first of its kind of premium service to be offered by secure management solution provider to home users. The cardholder would enjoy the priviledge such as express support services through a dedicated number, rebates on purchases and invitations to exclusive events, among other benefits.

Kaspersky PURE is available nationwide at all IT leading outlets and retails at RM260 for single user, and RM330 for three users. For more information please visit www.kaspersky.com.my or contact 03-78022222 for details.

The exhibition of Kaspersky PURE

Place to be seated

Free gift: 2 Kaspersky PURE CD (30 days of trial)

Free gift: Kaspersky PURE towel

    

Another intern student from Guang Ming Newspaper 

 

Squid Ink Pasta with Crispy Prawn & Roasted Vegetable

Smoked & Roasted Tomato Soup

Lime Sorbet

Honey Peppered Glazed Cobia Fillet

New Permanent LCCT

Unexpectedly, my first day of internship was fun and I've learned some new things. 

I woke up at 8.30 in the morning and get myself prepared by 9.15am. Luckily the road was not that jam and I could reach at the place by 9.40am. The first impression when I walked in to the company was 'cool and quiet'. 

I reported myself at 10am and the HR stuff brought me to the editing department. Well, I saw many tables but just a few workers. My supervisor told me that reporter needs to go outside and interview people for almost everyday and the news article must be submitted by 4pm to be checked again. 

"Lee Peng, you go and follow Xiao Hui to LCCT", by my supervisor.  Okay, it's surprisingly that he assigned me to news reporting work because it's just the first day. The press conference started at 12.30pm and it finished at 2pm. The lunch was provided for all the reporters. *wink*

It was almost 4pm when I came back to Nanyang. My supervisor taught me on how to write a news article by using 'inverted pyramid' method and how to submit the completed article to nanyang.net. Anyway, I've learned something new and I believe that I'll enjoy my work as I like to meet new people and the working environment is not boring. *laugh*

Press Conference: The New Permanent Low-Cost Carrier Terminal (PLCCT) is under construction

Under the agreement, Malaysia Airport Holdings bhd (MAHB) has agreed to incorporate several of AirAsia's proposal in the design and construction of the new Permanent Low-Cost Carrier Terminal at KLIA. MAHB has also agreed to upgrade and improve several of the facilities at the current LCCT. 

PLLCT

1) Parking bays for 76 aircraft.

2) HQ next to the terminal building.

3) Support zone for AirAsia's Engineering, Cargo and In-flight complexes.

4) Semi-automated baggage handling system incorporating AirAsia's inputs.

5) Check-in counter design and allocation as requested by AirAsia.

The CEO of AirAsia, Dato' Tony Fernandes said, "We can form a powerful alliance between AirAsia and MAHB that can help establish KLIA as THE LCC hub for Asia, with routes and connectivity that nobody imagines possble."