Program Reviews

I have never been in Asia before and Meiji Internships made this first time unforgetable. Everything was so different from what I have always known at home. The language is, of course, different. But also the food, the fashion, or smaller things like the smells in the street, the tables at the restaurants etc. I am passionate about drawing and all these things inspired me a lot.
My internship was liberating. For the first time in my life, I felt free to be myself and to do something that I love all day long. I did this internship because I was a bit lost about my future career. It was definitely a good idea. At work they told me that I had potential in design and that I should give it a go. I did a lot of mistakes as well, but my manager said that it was okay to make mistakes as I was there to learn and they didn't expected me to be perfect. The most important point is to do better next time.
I became a better person, and a better designer thanks to meiji internships and my awesome host company!

My internship in Kyoto was the perfect way to gain work experience while visiting Japan. I worked in a tourism agency in Kyoto, and had the time of my life. I chose Japan because I love Japanese traditions and the Japanese language, so this company was a great opportunity and a perfect match for me. I learned a lot about graphic design, but also about Japanese culture.
I organised my time so that I had time to visit as much as possible. I drank a lot of matcha, wore a kimono, went to Nara to see the Todaiji and the famous "shika", climbed on top of the Fushimi Inari Shrine... All things I have always dreamt about!
Doing an internship abroad is an incredible experience and I can say that it changed my life and my way of living. I feel more confident and free now. It made me realise that everything is possible, the first step might be difficult, but once it is done, everything becomes easier. You just need to believe in yourself!

I loved my placement and the work I had to do. I got to experience the working system of a culture completely different from my own. The Korean team of Meiji Internships was attentive and always here to help me when I had doubts. It was the first time for me to stay away from my family such a long time (3 months) and the team listened to me and adviced me many times. It was kind of like a second family. If you read this guys, I love you, thank you for taking care of me!

This experience helped me to gain self-confidence, work experience and an understanding of a beautiful culture. South Korea is an amazing country with amazing and kind people. Sightseeing in Seoul was a real pleasure, as well as going out at night with friends, and meeting with the team at work. I also gained some skills in Korean, without realizing it haha.

Working in Asia was something I wanted to try for a long time. I am glad that meiji internships helped me accomplishing this dream. I went there during the Chinese new year, which was an incredible experience. As I had some days off at this period, I had time for visiting the city and going for a short trip in the south of the country. I went to the countryside and met with a former exchange student who studied at my university two years ago. I had a really great time!

Regarding the internship itself, I worked with an employer who cared about me and wanted me to learn and to have a great work experience. I was really happy with my company, and if you plan on doing an internship too, I wish you all the best. Don’t be afraid, you will have the best experience of your life!

I have three big brothers, and I was tired of being the young one, the one who needed his mother's help in everything he wanted to do. That's the reason why I wanted to go abroad. I needed to prove to myself and to my family that I wasn't a kid anymore and to build my confidence as a young adult. I created 3D animation content for a company based in Bangkok. I wasn't working alone on this, of course, because this is a lot of work and I have been studying 3D animation only for one year at that time. I gained a lot of knowledge in my field and I feel so confident about it now.
When I came back, I wasn't the same person anymore. For two months I lived on my own, I cooked my own food (Well, to be honest, I often ate outside because the street food is so cheap and yummy!), I had responsibilities at work I was able to adapt to a new environment. Meiji internship helped a lot, but still, I am proud of myself :) and I think that my mum is proud too!

I came back home last week, and I thought "Wait, why is everything so different from before?" and then I realized that my home hasn't changed. I was the one who was different. My perception is not the same as it was before this internship. When you do an internship in a country that is so different from yours, you experience and observe new things everydays. I think that I learned to observe more and to be aware of what is around me.
I have to say thank you to the Meiji Internships team. They helped me in many ways. I am so glad that I stepped outside of my comfort zone and embarked on this adventure.

My placement was wonderful. I worked at an advertising company, with the marketing team. I was able to develop many professional skills in B2B marketing but also in B2C. I also learned a lot about teamwork, which was not something natural for me in the first place. I realized how important it is in a company!

It was my first experience in a Sharehouse, besides my family, I have never lived with somebody else. I was always afraid to live with other people and not to getting along together, but for this 2 months internship, I thought that I could give it a try. It was a good experience in the end and I am happy I did it! Everybody was really nice and didn't make any trouble.

I was able to take some weekend trips outside Taipei and I spent all my free time sightseeing in the city. Taiwan is a really beautiful Country, with amazing spots and nice people. Probably the best Trip of my life.

As part of my studies, I had an internship of two months required to validate my degree in Fashion Design. I love South Korean fashion and pop culture so I didn't hesitate any longer and applied for Meiji Internships program! My best friend decided to go to Paris and at some point, I wondered if I wasn't doing a mistake and if I would be able to live in Korea on my own for 2 months but guess what? My internship experience was just perfect! Meiji Internship offers very good services and the woman with whom I had the first interview was so nice, asking if everything was ok, and organizing meetings with the other interns in Seoul. I was very happy with my internship and learning more about Korean fashion was priceless!

The match of the company is really good. It match with your experience and provides you business workshops through powerpoint and YouTube videos. The housing in Japan, especially in Tokyo is very hard, so the housing may be little bit far from your workplace, but that doesn;t matter as Japan has a perfect transportation system. They do organise activities during your internship, which is usually on weekends, so you could meeting with other interns with Meiji. Meiji also support with your SIM card, normally data only, so make sure you have your number prepared or if you have an over 90 days visa, you are able to buy one anyway. They provide 2000 Japanese Yen transportation support which definitely help you to pass the first week, and then, since you get familiar with the place. You could deal it by yourself. Overall, it is a great experience.

The few months before the internship was so long because I was looking forward to start my adventure so much. But before I realised it I was already there ! I am so glad that I took the time to write a travel journal. I only started from the second week so this is to bad that I don't have my arrival's story, but I still have my Instagram stories instead lol ! Volunteering was one of my life goals, and Thailand was the perfect place for that.
I am so grateful to have had this open-minding opportunity and to have met such fantastic people. It was truly a beautiful and wonderful time that I will cherish forever.