Welcome !

Dear Trainee,

Congratulations for choosing a traineeship in Kolkata! During your traineeship, you are going to undergo a fantastic, memorable and a life changing experience in Kolkata, known as the “CITY OF JOY”. For you to do a successful traineeship in Kolkata, it is very important for you to have a realistic expectation from the city’s Environment. Here's some information to prepare you for your stay in India. Bengali is the native language of city, but the people that you come across at work will all understand English. Also if you are coming on a traineeship duration of more than 6 months then you have to come on a WORK VISA. AIESEC hopes that the experience will be of as much benefit to you as it will to AIESEC and the organization involved. It is now time for you to prepare yourself to travel to a new country, adapt to a new lifestyle, and appreciate a new culture and to integrate into a new job. There are some big changes ahead of you. During your stay, you shall have our entire support and cooperation. We at AIESEC shall be glad to solve any problems that you might face while in India. Your journey may not always be bed of roses but at the end of your trip you are bound to come out a better stronger person. The more you get involved with the LC, the more you will learn about our culture and the more fulfilling your traineeship will be. This reception manual should provide you with all the information you need for your preparation. If at any time you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us and we will do our very best to accommodate you.

Good luck, AIESEC Kolkata.

About India

India at a glance

Diversity in India

India experiences diversity at various levels due to religious as well as regional differences.

India has 1,173,108,018 people spread over 29 states, over 30 languages and dialects, over 15 religions, several festivals, cuisines, dressing styles, rites, rituals, and superstitions.

We are one of the largest, most ancient and fast developing nations. India is 7th largest country in the world, with 2nd largest population. It is located in the southern part of Asia. In spite of a history that dates back to more than 5000 years, India is in tune with 21st century and is proud to be acknowledged as a progressive nation. Due to its large area, it has a wide mixture of different cultures, languages, religions, climates etc. Indian people have a variety of beliefs, traditions, values, customs, upbringings and lifestyles. And believe us, it is a beautiful blend! India is a myriad land and is uniquely known for its "Unity in Diversity" and "Atithi Devo Bhava" (A Guest is Divine) philosophies. One gets a glimpse of customs and rituals in India as soon as one is welcomed on traditional Indian style. The diversity of Indian population is pretty large so it may be difficult for you to cope up with or understand quite a few things. But don’t be daunted, because every experience will give you an insight into the beautiful mosaic that is India.

National Insignia The Indian National Flag: The saffron color in the flag stands for courage, sacrifice and the spirit of renunciation; the white, for purity and truth; the green for faith and fertility.

National Emblem: The motto ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the emblem in Devanagari script means ‘Truth Alone Triumphs’.

The National Game: Hockey is the National Game of India.

The Game of Cricket – A Religion in India . A phenomenon that unites the nation .

National Flower - In India, the sacred lotus is legendary and much folklore and religious mythology is woven around it.

A land of Contrasts

Climate• India has such a wide range of climatic factors that it's impossible to pin down the best time to visit weather-wise.

• Broadly speaking October to March tends to be the most pleasant months over much of the country.

• In the far south, the monsoonal weather pattern tends to make January to September more pleasant, while areas of northeastern India tend to be more palatable between March and August, and the mountainous regions of Himachal Pradesh are at their most accessible between May and September.

• The trekking season in the Himalaya runs roughly from April to November

• The ski season is between January and March.

India: Values and Attitudes Family: Indians recognize a wide variety of relatives as immediate family, and it is common for different generations of the same family to live in a property together Relationships: Expect people to ask you a lot of personal questions: Indians are emotional, and they appreciate seeing the human side of the people they deal with. Guest is God: Indians show great politeness and consideration to guests, and they extend this courtesy to foreigners. Religious and Social Outlook: Indians are devout and belong to a variety of different religions with different religious preferences. • Hindus eat no beef and venerate the cow. • Muslims will not touch pork or ham. • Sikh men wear long hair under turban and many carry a ceremonial knife. • Followers of Jain eat no root vegetables, such as onions, garlic and potatoes. • Most Indians follow a mainly vegetarian diet with meat eaten occasionally. Respect: Indians hold respect for older people, people in authority and the foreigners hold a special position in Indian society.

What you can expect from India

•Warm and welcoming people. Our culture teaches us to treat guests with respect and love.

•People who are street smart even though they may not hold a college degree

•Opportunities for travel and entertainment are endless.

•People who are culturally or religiously driven.

•A lot of color, liveliness, beautiful places, awe inspiring incidents, a lot of learning, an opportunity to affect people and create real impact, a unique experience, and memories to last you a lifetime!

What you can not expect from India

•Do not expect everyone to understand English

•India has its unique flavors. You may have to adjust to the food. Do not expect international dishes to taste authentic.

•When in the country, do not expect strong infrastructure. Our transport system is made for the masses and may seem uncomfortable

•There maybe transgender individuals and beggars on the road that might bother you. Their plight is pitiful.

•Civic Amenities such as water and electricity may be dismissed for a couple of hours a day in some areas.

Discover IndiaSafety Guidelines for India

• Medications: Find out about the infectious diseases endemic in India and get the appropriate shots and pills, and take the appropriate medications with you if your doctor thinks it's necessary.•Make copies of all your important travel documents : It is better to keep your contacts at home and in India well informed of your whereabouts and activities. Also, keep copies of your important travel documents with them for any unforeseeable in the future.•. Always drink bottled water and make sure that its sealed. Always eat well cooked food. In India.•If traveling in the monsoon, carry a raincoat and umbrella. Carry flashlight and an extra set of lock and keys. Winters (December to February) can be chilly, especially in North India. Carry sweaters and jackets.•Be safe: Follow local laws and keep patience, Do not leave your luggage unattended in public places, beware of pick pockets and do not accept packages from strangers. Women travelers should be extra safe.•Beware of theft : Don't keep your wallet in the rear pocket. Keep it in an inside jacket pocket or side trouser pocket.

IMPORTANT Preparations to be done

Travel Vaccination Before embarking on your Indian trip, the foreigners must get familiar with different diseases that are common in Indian climatic conditions. Hepatitis A: This vaccination is recommended for all travelers to India. Hepatitis B: Travelers who may have intimate contact with local residents should take this vaccination, especially if their period of stay is more than 6 months. Typhoid: All travellers are recommended to take Typhoid vaccination. Yellow Fever: Vaccination for this is required only for travelers arriving from or passing through any yellow-fever-infected area like Africa. Japanese Encephalitis: This vaccine is recommended for travelers staying for more than 1 month and travelling to rural areas or travelers engaging in extensive unprotected outdoor activities in rural areas, especially after dusk. Rabies: Any traveler who may have direct contact with animals should take this vaccination. There are some atypical health risks in certain interior regions of India including Cholera, Dengue Fever, Dysentery, Malaria and Meningitis. Travelers are advised to take precautionary measures against the same. Travel Insurance Travel insurance is necessary for travelling to India and it also acts as an additional security in the case of unanticipated contingences like cancellation or interruption of travel plans, lost or damaged luggage, travel delays, accident, etc. Foreigners, who are not covered by travel insurance, shall be compounded by a financial burden in case of any personal tragedy. Though each and every mishap is not covered by travel insurance, it still covers most of the unfortunate circumstances. Check the small print of your insurance policy carefully to see if there is any exclusion. If anything goes wrong, you need to file a claim. For the purpose, keep your boarding passes, ticket copies and receipts for expenses paid during your trip as a proof.

Traffic Rules There are some Indian traffic rules you need to follow while in India. Given below is a list of some guidelines for ensuring traffic safety in India: Indian government recognizes the International Driver's License (IDL) though it is safer to rent a car with a professional driver. If you are planning to stay in India for a long time and have a valid driver's license (not necessarily an IDL) issued by any competent authority in your country, then getting a driver license in India is no big problem. If your International Driver's License (IDL) has expired, you can easily get a local driving license in India by submitting your expired license, along with a letter of introduction from your country's Embassy. Traffic in India moves on the left side. So, be extra cautious while crossing the road, especially if your country follows right side driving. Wildlife Trade The Indian Wildlife (Protection) Act bans all forms of wildlife trade. Violations of the provisions of the Act are punishable with heavy fines and imprisonment. Foreigners are therefore, advised not to buy any wild animals or their products and derivatives like articles of ivory, fur and skin. Photography Tourists should seek permission from the authorities concerned before taking photographs of places of military importance, railway stations, bridges, airports, military installations, metro trains, tribal areas and sensitive border regions. It is prohibited to take photographs in some of the temples, historical monuments, forts, palaces, tombs and monasteries. Visitors are required to take special permits from the Archaeological Survey of India for photographing monuments with tripods and artificial lights. Camera fee is charged extra in some historical monuments

Indian Money Indian currency is known as Rupee, often abbreviated as INR or Re. (plural Rs). Indian money is available in denominations of Re 1, Rs 2, Rs 5, Rs 10, Rs 20, Rs 50, Rs 100, Rs 500 and Rs 1000. One rupee consists of a hundred paise which are in denominations of 10p, 25p and 50p. However, these paise are rarely used. Coins are available for Re 1, Rs 2 and Rs 5. Changing money in India can be a very cumbersome process especially in small towns, thus the visitors are advised to change a substantial amount at one time. All the banks do not accept Travellers' cheques. Make sure to change the money at accredited bureaus only; changing at any other place is illegal and also runs the risk of being counterfeit. Foreigners have no restrictions on the amount of foreign currency and they can import any amount, provided he/she has filled a declaration form on arrival.

•Beggars: You will find them quite often. Although some are genuine but at times people are forced into it. If you want to donate, its better to donate to nonprofit organizations.•Try to learn some local words. In north India Hindi is the primary language, Southern India has a separate language for each State. Lot of people in India speak English, specially in popular tourist spots.•If you have a meeting with a potential client or any other unknown individual, it is better to meet in a public place, like a restaurant.•For Women : India is overall quite a conservative country so we advice you to please not wear any provocative clothes and to dress well.• DRUGS : Drugs and narcotics are illegal in India. Please do not carry any on your trip to India. If you are caught with anything illegal AIESEC will not be responsible for any of your actions.•ALCOHOL : Consumption of alcohol is legal( above 25 years for hard drinks and 21 years for Beer ) but we advice you to be cautious while doing so and make sure that you are drinking with someone known.

BE AWARE!

About Kolkata

Kolkata “ THE CITY OF JOY “ (formerly known as Calcutta, is the capital of the Indian state of West Bengal. Kolkata is the commercial capital of Eastern India, located on the east bank of the Hooghly River.[5] The Kolkata metropolitan area, including suburbs, has a population exceeding 15 million, making it the third most populous metropolitan area in India and the 13th most populous urban area in the world. The city is also classified as the eighth largest urban agglomeration in the world. Kolkata's history is intimately related to the British East India Company, which first arrived in 1690, and to British India, which Calcutta became the capital of India in 1772. In the nineteenth century Calcutta was the epicentre of activity in the early stages of the national movement of independence. Kolkata remained in the forefront of Indian prosperity up to independence and for some more years afterwards before the population pressure on infrastructure and political disturbances led to a gradual decline. Kolkata is the main business, commercial and financial hub of eastern India. Kolkata is a multicultural, cosmopolitan city. Apart from the diversity of India, the cultures represented are that of the Europeans (Including Germans, Armenians, and others), and other Asians (Including Chinese, Sinhalese, and Tibetans).Kolkata is fast developing into a modern infotech city with various private sector setting up shop here. The landscape of the city is also fast changing with flyovers, gardens and newer commercial establishments. The Kolkata city itself has expanded into its suburbs. Please visit the site westbengaltourism.gov.in or www.tourism-of- india.com/kolkata.html as it is extremely exhaustive and has a lot of information about the city.

Travel and Transport Travel in the city will be via buses/auto rickshaws, taxis, metro railway, tram and cycle rickshaws. The place of work is usually not more than 20-30 minutes away. Buses, metro railway and auto rickshaws are quite economical. The most common forms of public transport in the city are – Taxis/Cab – Taxi is available 24 hours to the commuter. The minimum fare for a Taxi ride is Rs. 25/- for the first 2 kms and it keeps increasing as per the meter. Please remember to make sure that the meter is switched on as soon as you are seated in the cab and you can ask for a fare chart from a taxi driver in case of any discrepancy. All taxis have a fare chart which shows how much is to be paid for a particular amount shown in the meter. The amount can also be calculated manually. It is times of the amount displayed in the meter X 2.4 + Rs1/-. For example, the meter shows Rs. 30/- Then the actual amount to be paid is 30 X 2.4 + 1 = The Metro – The Metro rail is the fastest and most convenient and inexpensive mode of transport in and around the city. The metro stretches from Tollygunge to Dum Dum (near airport) which are the two extreme ends of the city and covers the distance in 33minutes. The metro trains run at an interval of 7 minutes in peak hours and around 10-15 minutes in dull hours. The first train starts at 7 A.M. and the last train leaves at around 9.30 P.M. Auto Rickshaws – Auto Rickshaws are three wheeler motor cycles which carries 4 people at a time. The auto rickshaw runs in selected areas only and mostly covers areas upto 3kms from a metro station. The price of the auto rickshaw is between Rs. 10/- to Rs. 20/- Trams – Trams are very slow and very time consuming. They are more like a joy ride for Calcuttians now. Ferry – A ferry is quite convenient in and around Howrah Station. However, it is also very good for sightseeing and parties. Hand/ Cycle Rickshaw – These run mostly in residential areas and are used for very short distances. The average cost is around Rs. 20-25/-. The rickshaw can fit only two people in it. Buses – The city is crammed with busses. It is the most common form of transport which is the most widely used by commuters. The bus covers the maximum range and is also very economical. The ticket price ranges from Rs. 4.50/- to Rs. 8/- The busses in the city are over crowded and there is hardly ever any space available to sit down. So please expect to stand for most of your journey. To add to this, these busses do not believe in traffic signals. So please be careful when in or around a bus. There are AC Volvo buses available from airport to Tollygunge to Airport running from 8am to 10 pm charging a fare of Rs 60/.

Kolkata may have its sophisticated restaurants and food plazas but many of the Calcutians (people who are hooked by Kolkata, residing or not residing there) are still devoted to her mobile food stalls. They might be shabby looking and often are complained to be unhygienic. But the taste is so delicious that it keeps people waiting for hours at times just to get a taste of the food. A few specialties in Kolkata are:- Rolls: Rolls can be found anywhere in the city and are found in both veg and non veg categories. It is made from chapattis and your choice of filling (potato, chicken, cottage cheese, mutton, egg, etc). These mouth watering dishes are very filling and one of them is good enough to fill your stomach. They cost from Rs. 10/- to Rs. 30/-. A few good and famous roll places are Anamikas (New Alipore), Park Street Roll House (opposite Barista in Park Street) and Zeeshan (Park Circus and Lansdowne). JhalMuri: JhalMuri is very popular in Kolkata and is loved by people of all ages. It is made from rice crisps and other ingredients like coconut, tomatoes, potatoes, oil, peanuts, etc are added to it. A small packet costs around Rs. 10/- while a big one costs Rs. 20/-. It is found almost everywhere in Kolkata. Puckhas: The most famous road side food available is the puckha. As with muri, the puchka is available all over the city. A puckha costs around Rs. 2/- per piece. Roshogolla and Sandesh: Kolkata is famous for sweets!!

The famous Street food in Kolkata

Must Haves LiteratureIt is essential reading for those tackling India for the first time. India is one of the world’s largest publishers of books and they are cheap as well. Hence better buy them here. Other items to bring: 1) Personal medicines for allergies. Most medicines of famous drug companies available here. Aspirins, insect repellents are cheap here. 2) Maximum 3 sets of formal wear for work. Shorts and sneakers, if you like a game of tennis. Swimming costume if you like swimming. 3) International Student ID - If you have. 4) International Driving License - If you dare!! 5) Credit card - If you please.(Visa, master card, diners are widely accepted here) 6) Carry your cell phone if you have one, Indian cards are available and it’s nice so that people can get in touch with you.

Do’s and Don’tsDo’s - Try cooking, it will be more hygienic and you may not always get the food you eat back home. Plus you can invite us over (almost daily!!) :P - Must see a Hindi and Bengali movie. It’s an experience of its own. Most of them may tickle your common-sense, but relax; they are just for pure entertainment. - Must buy Indian clothes. Specially the ethnic ones. Kurtas for guys and salwar kameezes and saris for girls. - Carry your camera along everywhere you go. There are some sights, which you will never get to see anywhere else. - Go for yoga (meditate) - Learn Hindi! - Keep in touch with AIESECers. We are the only things that are just as entertaining as Hindi movie,probably more. - Bargain! While you shop. - Visit a temple - Go to the places nearby like Darjeeling, Puri, and Raichak for beautiful mountains and sea beach. - Learn Indian dancing!! Don’ts - Give money to beggars - Avoid getting very friendly with strangers - Carry dope on you. It is a punishable crime and you will directly be put in jail for doing so - Buy electronic items here from any random shops. - Have water at roadside eateries, its highly unsafe, you can carry a small bottle with you at all times, or buy mineral water, Bisleri or Kinley preferably.

Places of Interest

Common Lingo

Commonly Used Hindi Words/Phrases Hello…………………………Namastey/Namaskar Yes…………………………..Haan No……………………………Nahin Thank you……………….Dhanyawaad/ Shukriya Okay.………………………Theek hai/ Achchha Let’s go……………………Chalo Water………………………Paani Food………………………..Khana

Conversations in Hindi What is your name?........Aapka naam kya hai? My name is (name) ………………Mera naam hai (name) I don’t understand………Mujhe samajh nahi aa raha I don’t speak Hindi……...Mujhe Hindi nahi aati At a hotel Room……………………Kamra Key……………………...Chaabi Luggage……………….Samaan At the Restaurant How much does this cost?……..Yeh kitne ka hai? Dinner/Lunch…………..Khaana Tea……………………….Chai Milk……………………….Doodh Eggs…………………….Ande Potatoes………………Aaloo Vegetables……………Sabzi Shop…………………..Dukaan

Expectations

An AIESEC internship is a practical working and learning experience for the intern to develop academic knowledge and professional skills. Every internship should aim to provide the Intern with the following:

a) A positive learning experience;b) Practical skills and knowledge in a foreign environment to complement the intern‟s higher

educational background or field of career aspirations;c) Interaction with a different social and cultural environment with a view to gaining

intercultural competencies;d) Development of theoretical and practical leadership skills;e) Opportunity to apply personal and professional skills, knowledge, attitudes and values to

work for the organisation as well as the host communities;f) Develop awareness and knowledge of social issues and different practices of the sending and

hosting country;g) Opportunity to contribute to personal and professional life goals.h) Opportunity to work with organizations outside of AIESEC.

Expectations from the internship

Expectations from AIESEC KOLKATA

• An individual responsible person (preferably TN manager) for providing

overall services to the intern and facilitating the intern’s reception and orientation during the first week of the internship throughout the internship duration, unless otherwise specifically assigned.

• To have an access to platform (e.g. forum, internet, phone number etc.)

for intern to be able to communicate with AIESEC Kolkata members during the whole period of internship..

Minimum General Services

• Pick up at the airport/train/bus station by the AIESEC Kolkata before 10 PM and after 5 AM. If we cannot, we outsource it to someone who can safely do it.(Big cities – too far) All EPs are requested to call their TN Managers as soon as they are picked up from the airport upon arrival to confirm they have met their EP buddy/pickup responsible and are travelling with the right person.

• Assistance in obtaining Internet access or other communication means like a SIM Card, Phone etc.

• Provide assistance in the registration of each intern in the hosting country, within the timelines mentioned by the country's law.

• Provide reasonable options for accommodation depending on Intern’s interest and financial situation but always in accordance to national safety conditions and minimal requirements for accommodation on India ( Living conditions for a student of that locality).

• Provide orientation to the location and guidance for use of routine or important services such as registering with a doctor, how to use emergency services, public transportation, laundry, groceries, and pharmacy.

Minimum Logistical Services

• Accompany the intern to work on the first day and orientation

• Setting expectations with the intern’s supervisor regarding expectations of the internship job role, unless it is stated in TN form already.

• Inform all the stakeholders involved about complaint and quitting/termination procedures

• Frequency of communication/evaluation between the Organization and AIESEC.

• Get performance-related feedback from Organization or Hosting Entity on a regular basis throughout the internship

Minimum Work Orientation Services

• Introduction of the local AIESEC reality and culture if Intern wants

• Provide communication platform for the intern to connect with other members of the LC (e.g. Local committee meetings/events)

• Provide opportunities for the intern to become involved in AIESEC activities related to their interests and goals if Intern is interested (e.g. TMP/TLP on X).

Minimum AIESEC Integration Services

Minimum Cultural Integration Services

• An IS platform offering preparation and integration information, over-all & LC wise . Induction webinars for matched EPs will be held at the end of every month that will also cover security measures for the EPs.

• Information about places of interest for the intern to visit (at least though country wiki in form of website links)

• Local cultural norms, including those related to dress, greeting, and traditions and law policies (at least though country wiki in form of website links)

Expectations from the trainees

• Communicate all things that they expect out of the internship.

• Communicate everything in details. • Send all the documents that is asked by AIESEC Kolkata. • DO NOT send documents which are not genuine. • Be cooperative in understanding what AIESEC Kolkata

expects out of them. • Send the tickets and the visa details ATLEAST one week

EARLIER. In case, it is not sent one week earlier, then AIESEC Kolkata would not be responsible for any delay in the start of the internship.

• DO NOT HAVE OVER EXPECTATIONS.

Before they arrive

After they arrive• Abide by all the rules mentioned in the EP Contract by AIESEC Kolkata. • Do not jump to conclusions rather have discussions. • ACT MATURLY. • Do not travel without letting AIESEC Kolkata know. Travelling between

the internship without letting the workplace and AIESEC kolkata know is strictly prohibited, and actions will be taken against the Home LC right away.

• Everything that the trainees require should be communicated through mail/text, so that a record is there.

• If the trainees have friends outside AIESEC Kolkata, then AIESEC Kolkata would not be responsible for any mishaps caused by the later.

• ALWAYS REMEMBER THE WHOLE COMPLAIN PROCEDURE. ANYTHING NOT ACCORDING TO IT, WILL NOT BE ENTERTAINED.

• Always remember that, AIESEC KolkAta is there to JUST FACILITATE their exchange.

Working Culture

Business in India is on the whole formal, relationship based, flexible in relation to time, and the general belief is that showing your human side in the business relationship is important. Our Co-Workers are like our family members and when we are with them we unite as a family

• Regular contact by phone and email and frequent personal visits are important when you’re doing business with Indians. If you try to communicate simply by sending occasional formal emails, no matter how detailed and clear they might be, you won’t build the kind of relationship that is so prized in India.

• The word ‘no’ has harsh implications. Evasive refusals are more polite, so say something like, ‘I’ll try,’ instead. Learn to develop a tolerance for ambiguity in conversation.

• Politeness and praise are important, and people often use ‘we’ rather than ‘I’. • Indian body language is generally expressive and important to communication - but

don’t be confused by the nodding of heads when people are listening to you. It says, ‘We are paying attention’, not ‘We agree with you’.

Communication

• Indian business is unhurried, and people take time to discuss the finer points of a project but implementation can move extremely fast.

• Indians are open to being persuaded.

• Respect for education and formality means that Indians use titles and surnames when they first meet you. Don’t use first names unless you are asked to .

• Agendas are not strictly adhered to. The aims of a negotiation will be revealed early in a discussion, but the objectives may not be divulged till later.

• Indians are usually flexible, patient negotiators, and they often use personalized and sometimes emotional arguments. They are usually willing to compromise, especially in the interests of forming good long-term relations.

• Negotiations often involve large groups, although individuals may be given the responsibility to pursue discussions beyond initial meetings.

Meetings and Negotiations

• Indians often feel happier working together on tasks that foreigners would normally do on their own.

• • A team is usually headed by a charismatic leader, who will often have family or trade group connections: remember that these may influence his decisions.

• Team members will usually be selected on the grounds of seniority, experience and education.

• Decisions are reached by consultation, and team members will expect to see their viewpoint reflected in the outcome.

• The working pace tends to be slow, and deadlines are flexible.

Teamwork

• Indian companies operate a top down system of management and all major decisions will be taken at the top of the company.

• Indians prefer established processes, and new ideas will have to be sold convincingly to your new colleagues.

• Persistent persuasion and appeals to emotion are often more successful than hard logic or fact.

• Listen carefully to proposed solutions. They may seem illogical to you, but will usually work in the Indian context.

• People do not express disagreement directly. Disagreements may be expressed in writing or face to face.

Leadership

• Business attire is conservative.

• Men wear dark colored conservative business suits.

• Women dress conservatively in suits or dresses.

• The weather often determines clothing. In the hotter parts of the country, dress is less formal, although dressing as suggested above for the first meeting will indicate respect.

Dress Etiquette

• Business attire is conservative.

• Men wear dark colored conservative business suits.

• Women dress conservatively in suits or dresses.

• The weather often determines clothing. In the hotter parts of the country, dress is less formal, although dressing as suggested above for the first meeting will indicate respect.

Dress Etiquette

Complain Procedure, Important Complain Procedure, Important Links and Contact DetailsLinks and Contact Details

Complain Procedure

If you are facing issues during your internship. This is how you communicate your concerns: 1) First communicate your concerns to your TN Manager or Vice

president of AIESEC Kolkata. Only the complains which are on mail are considered. Thus, in case of any issue any one or both of the Vice Presidents should be sent mail. If there is no mail regarding the same, that complaint would not be taken as a responsibility of AIESEC Kolkata.

2) If the issues are still not sorted then you can email your EP Manager.

3) Depending on the issue, you can also mail the national team about it.

Some Important Links• Website- www.aiesec.in/kolkata• Facebook Page-

www.facebook.com/pages/AIESEC-Kolkata/61472944939?fref=ts• Twitter – www.twitter.com/aiesec_kolkata• Skype name- aiesec.kolkata• LC Video- www.youtube.com/watch?v=QglxzDQaCJ-• Searchtool- • https://docs.google.com/a/aiesec.net/spreadsheet/ccc?key=0AmMZMwKu-1A

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