Good to know:
What about my accommodation?
We will organize accommodation for you. Up to a certain amount, we will cover the costs for your accommodation. We will rent one in agreement with you, so we will find something you like, and eventually you will have to pay a part per month for the accommodation, then too.
What do I have to bring for my accommodation?
You probably won't have to bring anything except for towels and your own stuff. You might have to get your own bedsheets and dishes. But don't worry, you can buy them in Thailand too, and previous interns have also left some stuff for the next ones.
Do I need to bring my own laptop?
If you have a laptop, definitely bring it with you! If you don't let us know beforehand and we'll find a solution.
Is there a dress code for work?
There is no dress code. Outside it is always warm, but in the office we have air-condition so it is comfortably cool and depending on your place in the office, you might bring something to cover your arms (it can be quite cold too).
Do I need an adapter for charging my phone or laptop?
The electricity in Thailand is 220 volts. 50 cycles/sec. They accommodate both flat prongs (like in the U.S. and Japan) and round prongs (like much of Europe and Asia). So German devices won't need an adapter, for example.
Is it better to bring money from home (Baht)?
You can get money in Thailand at the ATMs. Just make sure that your debit card is free for other countries. If you have problems withdrawing cash with your card, do not choose an amount but select the option "withdraw" and then the system will ask you which kind of account you have, there you go and select "savings" and the problem should be solved.
Bringing money, e.g. Euro, to Thailand and exchanging it here would be the best option, because if you get the money from the ATM, you have to pay a 220 Baht fee + a bad exchange rate. The exchange rates at the exchange office are better than the ones you will get at the ATM.
What kind of medicine should I bring with me?
You should definitely bring the medications you use in your normal daily life, like something for headaches, etc. Besides that, it won't be wrong to have something for your stomach if you are not used to the Thai kitchen. Also, don't forget something for cooling mosquito bites.
Where can I wash my clothes?
There are many laundry services around. For a full basket with mixed clothes, it will cost around 30 Baht (0,90€). Better don't bring designer clothes, or if so, it's best to hand wash them ;)
How is the weather?
It is hot all year long with temperatures around 30 degrees Celsius. From May to November, we have the rainy season with many cloudy days and sporadic heavy rain showers almost every day, very high air humidity, but also lots of sunshine. From November to April is the dry season with almost no rain at all. The air humidity is lower during that time. Please take a lot of sun protection with you.
In which language do we communicate?
You will live in a tourist hotspot, so English gets you through your daily life pretty well when it comes to common talks such as in restaurants, shops, etc... In our factory, English is the work language. If you want to connect and exchange with locals, it would be advantageous to learn some basic Thai vocabulary.