So you’ve landed your dream internship in fashion and now comes the real challenge: acing it. In an industry that values working your way to the top, your performance will pave the path for your future career, so it’s important not to let any opportunity go to waste. Below, 10 do’s and don’ts for any intern entering the fashion industry.

1) DO research before your first day.

Before you arrive to your first day of interning, it’s important to prepare in any and every way possible. Do as much research about your company, its employees and most importantly, the supervisors you’ll be directly interning with. You should know the names of everyone from the founder to the CEO to the people you’ll be reporting to, etc. It’s also good to do a quick search to see if your brand or company has been in the news recently, so you’re informed and ahead of the curve. Google, LinkedIn and social media are your friends here, take advantage of them before you arrive.

2) DON’T go overboard with your outfits.

You love fashion, everyone can already tell this because you’re there for the internship, so please don’t think you need to show up looking like you just stepped off the runway at Paris Couture Week. Dressing well and showing off your personal style is a good thing, but keep in mind you’re at an office and there to intern which can

3) DON’T be afraid to ask questions.

You’re there to learn, you shouldn’t already have all the answers on your own. It’s better to ask a question than to try to do something and end up doing it very wrong. Your bosses will appreciate you taking the time to make sure you execute your tasks the right way, instead of just trying to get them done.

4) DO every task with enthusiasm.

No task is too small. If you’re going into this internship expecting to be sent to Paris like Lauren Conrad on The Hills or sit front row at New York Fashion Week, I’m just going to break this to you gently now: these things are not going to happen. As an intern you have the opportunity to learn everything from the ground up, that means you’re putting in hard work—it’s not your time to reap all the glamorous fashion perks just yet.