{"id":21249,"date":"2023-03-04T22:11:20","date_gmt":"2023-03-05T03:11:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/abroader.org\/?p=21249"},"modified":"2023-05-15T01:12:10","modified_gmt":"2023-05-15T06:12:10","slug":"host-family-tips-for-your-internship-in-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/abroader.org\/host-family-tips-for-your-internship-in-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"Host family tips for your Internship in Vietnam"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Going abroad to work as an intern is not just about gaining work experience or completing your resume. It is something more significant than that \u2013 cultural exposure and immersion. One of the best ways to truly live within the culture you are going for is living with a host family. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

First impression<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first impression is always of utmost importance. Vietnamese host families are hospitable. Therefore, they do not mind if you feel a bit tired after the flight or on the first day. Nevertheless, should you show your excitement or willingness to live together, they will be more comfortable doing the same thing. For example,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In addition, it would be nice if you can prepare some little gifts from your home country. When receiving gifts, Vietnamese do not have the habit of unwrapping them right away. Instead, they will wait until the party is over and enjoy the gifts themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In the first meeting, everyone in the family may show up. So don\u2019t be overwhelmed when you see three generations all at once!<\/p>\n\n\n

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3 generations of host family welcomed our intern!<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

During your stay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

1. When in Vietnam, do as the Vietnamese do.<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

It is common sense that when you come to or live in a foreign country, you follow national or regional cultural rules or etiquette<\/a> even though you are not familiar with them. However, living with your host family is a good chance for you to try immersing in a different and unique culture and etiquette which you have never tried before.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Be open to learning and willing to adapt.<\/em><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When doing an internship in Vietnam, especially staying with a host family, you are surely aware of this. However, sometimes you may still find some Vietnamese habits or behavior strange, weird, or even offensive. For example, sometimes Vietnamese people are so friendly and willing to help that they automatically give you a hand without even asking, or keep asking if you need any help. You probably find the behavior annoying, but in fact, they just want to make sure that you are 100% okay!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

There will be a lot of things that you should keep in mind, from eating habits to body gestures, from daily routines to special events. The first step you need to take is to prepare for the unexpected, feel free to ask if you are confused, and not overreact. What you have read about Vietnam is not everything yet! And maybe you might meet up with some cultural shocks. But no worries, here are some tips for you to tackle<\/a> it!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

So are you excited to enjoy a whole different host family moments in Vietnam? Join us for internships in Vietnam!<\/p>\n\n\n\t\t

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