Orientation
 

What normally happens in employee orientation?

I start working on the 11th, and they told me I have to go downtown for orientation that is about 3 1/2 hours long, and then I will go to my branch for training.

I am little nervous because I don't know what to expect.

BTW, I will be a bank teller- so if anyone has particular experience with that, please give me the heads up.

Is orientation mainly paperwork?

There is nothing to be nervous about. Orientation is usually comprised of the history/background of the company, the mission/vision/values of the company, relevant policies and procedures and a review of the benefits. Expect to fill out a lot of paperwork, so have information like social security numbers of dependants, names and SS# of the people/person you want to be beneficiary of your life insurance policy. If your new company gives you life insurance that is in force immediately they will want you to complete bene info on the spot. That way, if you get hit by a bus leaving orientation, they know who to pay! :D

Typical orientations are quite boring, but since it is only 3 1/2 hours, it should not be that bad. At my last company Part I of NAO (new associate orientation) was a full day, and part II was 4 1/2 days! Lots of companies are trying to make them more interactive and interesting, but it usually does not work!

My orientation for a high school job at Macys consisted of a lot of videos and register training. It was two days worth... about 8 hours total, since I was part time. So I'm sure your's will be similar... except you don't get the Macy's mantra engrained in your head... :rolleyes:

I forgot to add...remember to bring your ID for the I-9 form. Typically people either bring their Passport or their Driver's licience and SS card. You must have the actual documents. Federal law requires it. To see a complete list of the documents that are acceptable see attachedl link
http://uscis.gov/graphics/formsfee/forms/files/i-9.pdf

Dress in business attire or business casual, depending upon your office dress code. (Better to be over-dressed than under if you aren't sure; you can also call ahead to ask the dress code for orientation.)

Bring your Social Security Card and your Driver's License (Passport or State-Issued Photo ID will suffice if you don't have a driver's license or learner's permit).

You will be learning about the company culture, history and filling out forms. You will also learn about company policies regarding sexual harrassment, hostile workplace and disabilities, etc.

You will also receive some job training, and information on health insurance, 401K, etc.

Relax-- orientation is a classroom like experience to meet other new hires, ask questions about your new job and the kind of people that work there.