The first step. She hurdles oral and written exams, and medical tests. She gets hired as contractual operator. Everything is very orderly and clean. People wear bunny suits.
Modern equipment looks intimidating.
To help her get acquainted with her work environment, the company gives Maria an orientation on company values and code of conduct. She acquires needed technical skills through a Skills Acquisition and Certification Program before joining the production line. Away from her family, she lives in a boarding house, meets new friends, and budgets her earnings. She has learned to adapt to her new situation, away from her parents. She learns to value time, reporting on time for work and other appointments.