Also, by following the below tips, you might not have to think twice to apply for the same. If you take the right measures no one would be declining your request for this time off. Since you are new to corporate world, some things, like leave policy, would require additional attention and awareness. Let us help you with the same, so you may take off without any worries or guilt, and your work would also not suffer.
1. Do you really need that leave?
First you need to identify if you actually require that time off. For example, your cousin is getting married in a few days, but she is a distant cousin, and you probably aren’t too close to her. So would be attending the full day wedding or can manage with just the wedding lunch/dinner? If yes, you might reconsider your plans to take full day off and could manage with just a few hours off.
2. Check out the Leave Policy:
If at all you have to take the day/s off, make sure to go through the leave policy. A lot of companies do not allow leaves during internship period, so your salary will be deducted. If you have allotted leaves in your account, check out the other factors, how to apply, and eligibility criteria before moving ahead.
3. Connect with the Manager:
Talk to your manager and make them aware of your situation, with clarity and honesty. They will surely understand. In most cases interns can take days off with prior discussion and approval from their managers.
4. Connect with the HR:
If required, connect with the HR team to understand the leave rules better, so you don’t face issues later on. Go through the generic process of applying for the leave, by email or through an HRMS (Human Resource Management System). Avoid relying only on verbal communications.
5. Apply Earlier:
Do not wait for the last day to apply for the day off. Apply at least 15 days earlier. Your manager and teammates must remain aware of your absence and can plan the work load accordingly. Last day notice might result in rejection of request. Also, unless of urgent nature, its considered unprofessional.
6. Plan your work:
Always make sure you manage your work before going on that leave. No one else is responsible for your work. Your colleagues can assist you but you need to be responsible and mindful of letting them know beforehand of your tasks. Going off by leaving everything unattended would leave a negative impact on your employers. If it’s more than 2 days of leave, you better have an excellent reason for that. Planning work for too many days isn’t easy and can go against your performance.
Do not ask for days off too often; the internship is just for a limited time. Do not lie about why you need time off, be honest because why should you lie about such basic things? Avoid being pushy about your request; a simple request should assist you with your leaves.
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