Chapter 645

Su Miao and several of his roommates passed the volunteer interview.

After passing the interview, they received their first training.

This time the focus is on basic knowledge training, which mainly includes understanding basic information such as the origin, development history, competition events, and competition rules of the Asian Games, as well as the characteristics and significance of this Asian Games, so as to better introduce and promote the Asian Games to others.

Learn about the cultural backgrounds, customs, religious beliefs, etiquette, etc. of different countries and regions in Asia to avoid misunderstandings or inappropriate behaviors due to cultural differences and promote friendly exchanges with athletes and guests from various countries.

During this training, Su Miao also learned that volunteers are divided into several major sections, and manpower input is required in all aspects.

The most demanding position is the liaison officer. The Asian Games Organizing Committee has selected more than 30 officials from the Sports Commission system and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs system to serve as liaison officers to connect with the delegations. It has also selected 500 college student volunteers from five universities including Beijing Foreign Studies University to serve as assistants. These liaison officers are the elite among the elites.

Others include general volunteers, professional volunteers, logistics support volunteers, cultural activity volunteers, medical volunteers and security volunteers.

It is said that there are currently 200,000 registered volunteers, but the actual number of volunteers serving the Asian Games is more than this. Many citizens have joined in out of unity and national self-confidence.

After the training, Director Zhang specially kept her and took her to an office.

Pushing open the office door marked "Volunteer Work Department", Su Miao instantly felt several scrutinizing gazes.

There were several middle-aged cadres sitting in the office. Director Zhang said as soon as he entered:

"This is the student. Isn't he very impressive? He's really suitable for being a liaison. He was also the top scorer in science in the Gui District last year, yi."

Su Miao paused as she walked in. Huh? There's a private interview?

A man who looked friendly said, "Don't be nervous, classmate. Please take a seat."

Su Miao followed his instruction and sat down on the chair closest to her, placing her hands lightly on her knees.

The man asked her a few questions

Director Zhang said to the man, "Director Ying, what do you think?"

Director Ying replied with a gentle smile in his voice:

"You have a really good image and speak so confidently. Classmate, how is your English?"

Su Miao answered carefully: "If I study hard, I should be able to pass the exam."

"Cheng Hui, this is your specialty. Please have some English conversation with this classmate." Director Ying turned his head and said to a fashionable lady.

Cheng Hui turned around and spoke fluent English without saying much.

Cheng Hui and Su Miao started chatting back and forth. The topic they talked about was not very professional, but mainly to guide Su Miao to speak more long sentences.

Su Miao was very glad that he had paid great attention to the cultivation of English skills since his previous life, and he did not relax in this life.

And when conditions get better, she can find more original audio tapes and movie discs to watch, so daily conversations that don't involve professional vocabulary are no problem at all, at least she didn't show any timidity today.

Five minutes later, Cheng Hui stopped the conversation and said to the other leaders:

"From her resume, Su isn't an English major. But her spoken English is excellent, her accent isn't strong, her grammar is standard, and her vocabulary is precise. Her level is comparable to several of the English majors currently selected from Beijing Foreign Studies University."

Director Zhang said happily, "I told you it's excellent. What do you think, Director Ying?"

Director Ying tapped the table with his fingers, a look of regret on his face:

"Based on his abilities and other qualities, this student is indeed outstanding. It's a pity that we discovered this gem a little too late.

There are significant differences in the work of us liaison officers and ordinary volunteers. We need to be more professional and take longer to train.

The hundreds of liaison officers that have been assigned started training last year. Su is a few months behind, which will be very difficult.”

Director Ying affirmed Su Miao's ability and rejected Director Zhang's idea of asking her to be a liaison officer. However, the reason for the refusal had nothing to do with either party, but was caused by objective conditions. This made both sides feel good.

Director Zhang also felt very sorry that this seedling was discovered too late:

"Yes, classmate Su is a student and cannot affect his studies. It's just that we met too late."

Director Ying proposed a compromise:

"Director Zhang, there's no need to feel sorry. I think there's a position that's perfect for her. How about letting Su be a guide at the venue? This position is also for external use, and it doesn't undermine her exceptional qualities."

There will also be foreign guests coming to the venue to watch the opening ceremony and competitions, and we'll need volunteers to provide them with directions and answer their questions. It would require someone like Su who speaks English so well."

"Yes, yes! Director Ying is really thoughtful. Student Su, what do you think of the position of venue guide? You can even watch the opening ceremony on site!" Director Zhang asked Su Miao happily, his eyes narrowed into a line with a smile.

Hearing that he could watch the opening ceremony live, Su Miao's heart was pounding with excitement, and he immediately responded:

"Thank you Director Ying and Director Zhang for your recognition and arrangement. I am very happy to serve as a venue guide. I will definitely participate in the training seriously, do my best to do the work of a guide, and contribute my own strength to the Asian Games."

Director Ying nodded with satisfaction:

"Okay, that's the attitude young people should have. Although venue guides don't require long-term training like liaison officers, they also need to be familiar with the venue layout, event schedule, and be able to respond to emergencies.

Next, we will assign positions to the volunteers, and then we will have to use your spare time for training. It may be a bit hard, but I have every confidence that our young comrades can complete the tasks assigned by the organization very well!

Director Zhang patted Su Miao's shoulder and said in a friendly tone:

"Student Su, we've all seen your performance. If there's an opportunity in the future, the organization will definitely give you priority. If you work hard this time, you might even be able to make an appearance at the opening ceremony!"

"I will try my best. Thank you, Director Zhang." Su Miao nodded gratefully, but she also knew that Director Zhang was just comforting her.

Not everyone can attend the opening ceremony. She is just a drop in the ocean in such a huge venue. How could she be the one to get all the good things?

She is very lucky to be able to watch the opening ceremony now. She must do her best and not bring shame to the country.