Going to Japan and growing as an intern

My time as an intern at SEKAIA in Tokyo was very fun in both creative marketing and international business. It wasn't just about clocking in; it was about immersing myself in the "Tokyo hustle" and learning how to navigate a culture that is as traditional as it is futuristic!!

On the creative side, I did content creation.I spent my days scouting Tokyo’s most aesthetic spots to film high energy Reels. I learned that while "inspiration" is great, consistency is what feeds the Instagram algorithm. Seeing my videos of Shibuya or hidden Tokyo gems turn into actual program sign-ups was an incredible rush. It taught me that in a diverse international market, visual storytelling is the ultimate universal language.

The Business Development side was where the real "strategy" kicked in. I had to quickly learn the difference between a Host Company. Navigating Tokyo’s business scene meant switching gears between "Low-Context" Western directness and the "High-Context" rituals of Japanese firms where a business card exchange is a sacred art form.

What made this experience truly special were the monthly team activities. Every month, SEKAIA organized fun outings that brought all the interns together. Whether we were exploring new parts of the city, hitting up local spots, or just sharing a meal, these activities turned a group of international interns into a tight-knit community. It provided the perfect balance to the workday and ensured we actually saw the city we were working so hard to promote.