What do you expect from me in this role?
'Aspetta' = as-PET-ta. Stress the second syllable. 'Ruolo' = RWO-lo.
Use this in your first formal meeting with your supervisor. Understanding expectations upfront prevents misaligned work and shows strategic thinking from the start.
'Si aspetta' is the reflexive form for 'one expects' or 'you expect' in formal Italian. 'Da me' (from me) personalises the question. This is a mature, self-aware phrasing appreciated by experienced Italian managers.
Quali sono i miei obiettivi principali?
What are my main objectives?
Results-oriented version; good for project-based internships
Quali mansioni svolgerò principalmente?
What tasks will I mainly carry out?
Focuses on day-to-day duties rather than goals
Come valuterà il mio lavoro alla fine?
How will you evaluate my work at the end?
Long-term view; clarifies the assessment criteria
Italian managers often frame internships as a two-way exchange: you learn, but you also contribute real work. Being clear about expectations from the start reflects a business culture where output is measured, not just effort.