Employee Stories

Sika is a company that I'm sure many of us would agree has a lot of unexpected and exciting opportunities for its employees. Last year, I received the opportunity to work with our Corporate Communications team for 6 months. The Corporate Communications team is located in Baar, Switzerland. They handle a lot of high level activities including global public relations, investor relations, media events, global branding, sponsorships, and, after a recent merger, they have added web services to their list of duties!

Everyone knows what it's like to come home from college and attempts to find a summer job - it's not always easy to find. Previously, I was working in retail and realized I wasn't making enough money for those few short months home. When a summer job opened up a Sika Sarnafil, I took the opportunity immediately. Since my father had been working for Sika Sarnafil in Canton 4 years prior, I knew I was making the right choice.

A journey that took us through 26 states and visited 100 job sites. The trip has left us with great moments and so many memories! We'd like to thank all of the wonderful people we met along the way, from NJ to LA, who embody, so well, this Steve Jobs quote: "The only way to do great work, is to love what you do."

My relocation to the States in May 2015 has been both challenging and rewarding. I was excited to move to New Jersey, although I was a little apprehensive about being able to converse in English as I was cautious not to be misunderstood, because at the time, I was not fluent in English. There is no better way to learn a new language than by being completely immersed in it. In my case, I feel that I have been able to greatly improve my English language skills by interacting with coworkers, watching television and socializing.