As part of Northern Health’s Project SEARCH program, ten interns are gaining hands-on workplace experience across a range of departments, building their skills and confidence as they prepare for future employment.

This week, we’re getting to know a second intern, Aadi, who is completing his placement with the Supply team.

Positive, curious and eager to learn, Aadi is looking forward to gaining practical experience, exploring different areas of work and developing skills that will support him in achieving his future career goals.

Q: Tell us a little about yourself.

A: I’m a positive person who enjoys meeting new people, connecting with others and learning new things.

Outside of work, I enjoy playing video games and watching movies and television shows. I also like talking with friends and colleagues about the interests we have in common.

Q: What made you want to join Project SEARCH?

A: I joined Project SEARCH because I wanted to build on my existing skills and gain valuable workplace experience that could help me find long-term employment.

I also saw it as an opportunity to step outside my comfort zone, try new things and learn more about the types of work I might enjoy in the future.

Q: What was your first impression of Northern Health?

A: I was impressed by how supportive and understanding everyone was. The staff were welcoming and always willing to provide guidance or assistance when I needed it.

Their support helped me feel more comfortable in a new environment and made my first week a positive experience.

Q: What are you hoping to learn during your placement?

A: I’m keen to learn as much as possible and develop a broad range of workplace skills. I would like to gain experience in areas such as stock management, administration and other operational tasks.

I also want to better understand how a hospital functions and how the skills I develop here could be applied in future roles.

Q: What are you enjoying most about your placement so far?

A: I’m enjoying the opportunity to meet new people, learn from the staff around me and experience what it is like to work in a hospital environment.

I like that every task gives me a chance to learn something new, build my confidence and contribute to the team.

Q: How do you think Project SEARCH will help you in the future?

A: I think Project SEARCH will help me become more confident and prepared for future employment. It is giving me the opportunity to develop practical skills, experience different types of work and gain a better understanding of what employers expect in the workplace.

The experience will also help me identify the kind of work I would like to pursue in the future.

Q: What does being part of Project SEARCH mean to you?

A: For me, Project SEARCH means building my confidence, exploring new opportunities and moving closer to achieving my career goals.

It is an opportunity to grow personally and professionally, discover new interests and work towards finding a fulfilling career path.

Q: And finally, what is something your colleagues might be surprised to learn about you?

A: They might be surprised by how many different things I’m interested in learning. I’m open to developing skills across a range of areas, from administration and stock management to patient support and other operational roles. I’m always willing to try something new and see where it might lead.