Program Reviews

My internship experience with Asia for the Jeonju event in Korea was an unforgettable journey that flawlessly combined professional growth and personal enrichment. Collaborating closely with Asia, I gained invaluable insights into event management, from meticulous planning to flawless execution. Their mentorship and unwavering dedication motivated me to surpass expectations.

What truly made this experience extraordinary was the diverse international team I had the privilege to collaborate with. Together, we not only efficiently accomplished our tasks, but also immersed ourselves in Jeonju's vibrant culture, forging enduring friendships and creating cherished memories. Beyond the enriching professional experience, this internship was an exhilarating adventure filled with delightful gastronomy and awe-inspiring moments.

I am immensely grateful for this opportunity and wholeheartedly recommend interning with Asia to anyone seeking a transformative experience that will leave an indelible impact on both their career and personal life.

I just moved to South Korea and found this amazing internship program by Asia Lab!! I never thought an internship program would be this fun and exciting!! I learn lots of things during my internship period, all of the employee and CEO were super nice and caring to the interns 🥰🥰 Through this internship program, I learn how to execute an event with a good team and how to build relationship with others. Thank you to Asia Lab for making this program and giving me valuable experience that I would never got in other place!

I recently moved to South Korea because I felt it was time for a change and to take on new challenges. By chance, I got to know ASIALAB and I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to participate as an intern for an entire weekend with them.
I 100% recommend this opportunity especially to those who are hesitant to try new experiences on their own, who want to show off their skills and most of all who want to see first-hand how this wonderful world of entertainment works. Was so excited work with them!
One of the most magical things has been also immersing myself in Korean tradition during the work through cooking and art, sharing this with new people from all over the world.
The team is wonderful and makes you feel part of the family, and the CEO treated us very well! :)
I look forward to working with them again in the future!

My internship experience with Asia for the Jeonju event in Korea was nothing short of extraordinary. It offered me an unparalleled blend of professional growth and personal enrichment. Asia's mentorship and the international team's camaraderie made this journey truly exceptional. I leave this internship with a wealth of knowledge, lifelong friendships, and cherished memories.

I am immensely grateful for this opportunity and would highly recommend an internship with Asia to anyone looking to gain real-world experience while having a fantastic time in the process. This internship has left an indelible mark on my career and my life, and I will forever treasure the moments I spent working with Asia and the amazing team in Jeonju, Korea.

大好きな韓国で働いてみたいという漠然とした夢が昔からありました。
そもそも「海外で働く」ということ自体、言語の壁を感じて挑戦しづらかったように思います。韓国は好きだし、エンターテインメント業界にもとても興味があったが、韓国語はあまりできないし…と半分諦めていました。
しかしこのASIA LABのインターンプログラムは違いました。”お金を払う”に見合った、いやそれ以上のメリットをもたらしてくれたのです。私が心配していた「言語の壁」も働きながら丁寧にサポートしてくれました。今の自分の韓国語能力の中で、できる範囲の業務を与えてくださるので、こちらもそれに答えようと努力できました。なので「言語の壁」が理由で踏み切れない方は心配しなくても大丈夫です！
また、エンターテインメント業界ならではのさまざまな側面を体験することができました。いつも気になっていた撮影の裏側や、家で楽しんで観ていたコンテンツが出来上がる過程を、直接見れたことによってたくさんの学びを得ることもできました。
職場の環境もとても整っていて、私が思っていた”お堅い”会社ではなく、フラットでオープンな過ごしやすい場所でした。いろいろな国から来たインターン生の方たちと、言語の境界を飛び越えて、わからないところや苦手なところは教えてもらいながら、逆に自分の得意で自信のある所は力を貸しながら、全員で成長できた素晴らしいひと時だったと思います。

Translation:
I have always had a vague dream of working in Korea, which I love.
In the first place, I think that "working abroad" itself was difficult to challenge because of the language barrier. I like Korea, and I was very interested in the entertainment industry, but I can't speak Korean very well, so I gave up on it.
But this ASIA LAB intern program was different. It brought benefits that were worth "paying money", or even more. I was worried about the "language barrier", but they kindly supported me while working. Given my current Korean language skills, they gave me as much work as I could, so I was able to do my best to answer them. So if you can't make it because of the "language barrier", don't worry! In addition, I was able to experience various aspects unique to the entertainment industry. I was able to learn a lot by seeing the behind-the-scenes of the filming process, which I was always curious about, and the process of creating the content that I enjoyed watching at home.
The work environment was very well organized, and it was not the "stiff" company I thought it was, but a flat, open and comfortable place to work. Interns from all over the world jumped over language barriers to teach us what we didn't understand and what we weren't good at. I think it was a wonderful time of growth.

There is a mentor here who has inspired me to make a career plan. This is a place where someone can happily gather real work experience. I experienced various professional-level events involving Korean culture, film production, and preparation for an awards ceremony through various projects. I think I really understood my future career direction from this internship. The mentors here are also very kind and professional. They are really knowledgeable and capable of teaching everyone about this industry.

Completed one of my bucket lists items!
This is my second visit to Korea! I started this internship because I love Korean culture.
The Asia Lab internship offers a more authentic experience compared to other internships.
They even helped me select my own accommodations and choose one that suited me.
We have barbecue parties almost every week and I’m having such a great time. I’m learning a lot and it’s made me want to keep working in Korea! I'm having a really enjoyable time in Seoul!!!!!!!!!

I was looking for ways to boost my career while at the same time experiencing life in another country. I always wanted to come to Korea as I have been interested in Korean culture and music for years. So when I found this opportunity with Asia Lab I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to not only advance my career but also experience life in Korea.

I was definitely nervous at first as I wasn't sure if I could keep up with what the team was doing because of my limited Korean skills. But everyone at Asia Lab worked hard to make sure I understood things well and always felt included. Even though they had team members who could speak English, I used this chance to really upgrade my Korean speaking skills. Now I feel like my Korean has improved so much!

Working at Asia Lab not only let me upgrade my professional skills but also my Korean language and cultural knowledge. Now because I have relevant work experience, can communicate more efficiently in Korean and made some great connections through networking, I am able to apply and be a serious candidate for many entertainment based jobs both in and outside of Korea. I'm really so happy I found this opportunity.

Shout out to CEO Lee and the whole Asia Lab Global team for helping me "LEVEL UP" my career!

A family friend of mine recommended I do an internship with this company as I have always had an interest in working in TV/film production. At first, I was kind of skeptical because I wasn't sure if they would be able to keep all the promises they made to me while I was applying. There aren't many companies that actually deliver on what they promise, especially when it comes to working at an internship. But I feel like I got really lucky finding Asia Lab. From the first day I arrived, they treated me like I was a part of the team and not just a lowly intern. There was no running random errands, or fetching coffee chores. I also wasn't made to just sit around and do nothing. I actually had a project to work on and tasks to complete every day and I think that really helped me learn a lot. I also got to experience so many things that I never thought I would. Going to meetings with different companies, visiting sets, networking with really, really important people. I never would have imagined I would have these opportunities while doing an internship.

I was only at Asia Lab for a month but I wish I had been there longer. It felt like I was making real progress in upgrading my skills and making connections when already my time there was over. If I could give advice to anyone thinking of applying:
1) Do it.
2) Do it for as long as you are able to.
3) Trust me you won't regret it.

I used to work in Korea as a teacher and hated it. Instead, I was looking to find a way to gain experience in the industry I am most passionate about (movies and entertainment) while living in Seoul. When I found this internship at Asia Lab I wasn't sure what to expect as it sounded too good to be true. But I was willing to try anything to chase my dreams.
Needless to say, I am so happy I decided to do this internship. I have had amazing experiences and learned A LOT about the Korean entertainment industry. I was directly involved in meetings and got to work on projects I never would have dreamed of working on before. I also got to practice using Korean which was something I always felt I never had the opportunity to do while teaching. This internship really helped me "level up" not only my career skills but my language skills as well.
The team at Asia Lab was also incredibly supportive. They helped me with food, housing, made sure I understood my visa situation and overall guided me through my time in Korea well. The biggest draw to me for this internship over others was that they guaranteed me a full refund, for any reason, if I decided I couldn't come to Korea and join them for the program. Most of the other internships I looked into stated that I could only get a refund if they couldn't "match me" with a good company before my program start date. This internship is done directly with Asia Lab so I didn't have to worry about "matching" with a company. I was working and communicating directly with the company to set up and customize my internship.
The only downside of this internship was leaving it. The team at Asia Lab became like my family while I was in Korea and I couldn't have imagined a better internship experience. Major shout out to CEO Lee for creating this opportunity for people interested in this business. This is a rare opportunity that I hope others are able to enjoy as much as I did.