Hong Kong Internship with Meiji Internships

All I can say about my internship… what an experience. Hong Kong has my heart, I came here not knowing what to expect, but I can now tell you all to expect a lot. Seriously love this place. Big love to Meiji and my host company for taking care of me, and especially my company for being so kind when I would come into the office hungover from my all-too-frequent indulgences in the Hong Kong nightlife.

Meiji Internships has definitely opened many new doors for my future career path. Throughout the pandemic this was one big headache for me, but Meiji were always informative and responsive throughout. Even before I arrived in Hong Kong, I knew I could count on them. Once I got the good news I could actually travel to Hong Kong, I wasted no more time and got on the plane as soon as possible. Again, I cant thank Meiji enough for the smoothness of their organisation during this hectic time. Once I arrived, I was welcomed with open arms and given the internship of a lifetime. I took a lot away form this internship and built a substantial network of key contacts. I’m looking forward to the future.

The whole reason I wanted to intern in Asia was for the purpose of personal growth. It’s a place that requires a lot of perseverance and willingness to adapt, while also being the fastest growing continent in the world in terms of business. I took a specific interest in Hong Kong for the many business opportunities that can be found there, as well as the level of English proficiency that the vast majority of the population has. During my internship I worked within a small team, which really allowed me to work closely with my colleagues. Because of this they were able to teach me a lot, and I was properly involved in a number of important projects. This internship gave me the insight I needed to scope out the business world of Hong Kong, and also the confidence to handle myself in places far different to my home country.

Meiji were quick when responding to questions, and always gave the accurate information. They have very good company partners so I enjoyed working with the company. I think that Meiji Internships is a top rated organisation, so I would recommend it.

I went to Hong Kong for an internship to achieve the last of my university credits. Honestly I thought it was going to be a regrettable experience since I didn’t know the language, nor know anybody in Hong Kong. But actually it was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had. The work was engaging and the people I worked with were always accommodating to my questions and opinions. The internship really made me want to pack my bags and move to Hong Kong for a long time. The majority of my downtime was spent exploring the vast jungle of back streets and finding all of the best places to eat. For anybody who is looking to get out of their comfort zone, try Hong Kong! It’s scary at first but ultimately very rewarding.

It was a long, long time in the making, but I’m so glad I was finally able to travel to Hong Kong. To be frank, reading the news that they had began to allow foreign visitors back into Hong Kong felt like a dream. I could hardly believe it myself! It’s only natural to be sceptical about an internship abroad (particularly in Asia, the other side of the world) when we’re talking about handing over money to a group of people you’ve never met before. This is how I felt at the start, but after some very friendly and reassuring Skype calls, I decided to trust my instincts and go with Meiji Internships. This decision really paid off, because I ended up having the internship of a lifetime in a city that demands your attention. I did some insightful work, met some interesting people, and gained worthwhile experience.

The whole process for my internship was super easy and smooth: they responded quickly to my emails and helped me find a great company to intern with. It is not easy to adjust to a new country when you don't speak the language, but Meiji Internships made sure I was well prepared and that my internship was in an English speaking environment. Speaking of which, I had a perfect job! I was doing marketing and I learnt so much about the industry. My boss understood my needs very well and what I wanted to learn. He answered all my questions, gave me useful feedback and really cared about me. I gained so many skills so i can now handle projects I wouldn't have hoped for 3 months ago! We went on many excursions with Meiji Internships. The best weekend was the weekend at Disneyland! I am a big big fan of Disney and I was amazed to experience Hong Kong Disneyland lol! On top of that, the weather was great and all my friends joined!

My internship in Hong Kong was perfect. From the workdays to the weekends' trips, I had the time of my life! My co-workers were the smartest and open-minded people I have ever met. I wasn't their first intern, they knew exactly what would be difficult or surprising for me, and acted accordingly. It was interesting to be surrounded by adults. I developed a sense of responsibility thanks to all the important tasks I was given. I feel more independent and ready to take care of myself in every situation. I tried to travel as much as possible and went out every weekend, either to meet with the meiji staff and interns or to do some tourism on my own. Here is something I have learnt from this experience: before my internship starts, I have read lots of blogs and tourism books about Hong Kong in order to prepare my stay. Yet, everything was completely different from what I have imagined. So the conclusion is that no matter how many books you have read, how many documentaries you have watched, you won't be able to understand a culture unless to go to this country and experience it by yourself.

So many things to do and to learn in such an amazing region! I have to complete my degree first, but I would love to go back to HK and work there in the future. Their market is in continuous development, and while interning there I could feel that it's the place to be. I am glad I chose to learn Chinese since high school! I am majoring in business and it was a good help during those 3 months, my colleagues could trust me easily because I knew what I was doing. They also provided me with a lot of good advice and I tried to take note of everything because I'm sure it will be useful in my future career! When I had some free time I loved to wander in the street, you can never know what you will find in this city! I often came upon temples or tiny restaurants. By the way, I noticed that small restaurants are always the best and the tastiest!

Hong Kong is a fabulous place! Traveling is my life goal, so I've been in many places so far, but Hong Kong was special. It was the first time for me to do an Internship so maybe it also influenced my feelings haha. Until now I've been traveling without looking for work experience, and I realized I had to focus a bit more on that if I want to find a proper job in the future, that 's why I decided to do an Internship. I am open to new cultures and new societies, and I think this is an obligation when you are traveling. My Internship placement was a good match, so thank you Meiji Internships for your hard work!

My two months in Hong Kong ended a few days ago. Now that I am back home, I realize how much I'm gonna miss this place. I should have done more than 2 months... time flies and the end was here before I could do everything I wanted to. I had to do my internship in a Chinese speaking environment for my school credits, and it was beyond expectations as I had the opportunity to do translation work as well. I could feel a real improvement in my language skills! I hope my teachers will notice that too! The people there were amazing and very concerned about my feelings. Whenever I was a bit down they would get me something good to eat haha so cute. I got so many benefits from this internship: work experience, understanding of a new culture, improvement in Chinese and new friends.

My internship in Hong Kong was in every aspect an unforgettable experience. I had my airport pick-up directly to my apartment. Got the octopus card and sim-card handed over by the local Meiji staff and also a short city tour to find my way in this beautiful concrete jungle. My twelve weeks were very intense and sometimes I almost felt like it is too much stress for me, but soon I found out this is the normal lifestyle for many Hong Kongers and being busy is the only way to go in this city. I do recommend to use the weekends for exploring all the hidden spots, temples, small islands and of course Disney Land that this unique place has to offer. Make sure to always say yes and be open to invitations by your colleagues and fellow interns to go out for dinner and a coffee. Make sure to visit nearby Shenzhen in China and also indulge in the traditional HK breakfast. I am already missing it while writing this to you guys. Thanks for everything Meiji and look forward to returning again.

This Autumn I went to Hong Kong for a one month internship in a trading company. I experienced first-hand how the work culture is in this unique megacity. Meiji organized a lot of activities, events, excursions to the nearby isles and I even went to a calligraphy workshop to completely immerse myself in the local culture. The accommodation was outstanding as I went for their Business package and also got the chance to attend a business networking dinner, which was one of the best experiences I had. Especially for making contacts and good connections for your future job career in Asia. Meiji has definitely done a great job and I can only recommend anybody to go for their program.

During my time in HK, I gained more experience and confidence than I ever anticipated! My internship was at a small non-profit that aims to educate people on environmental issues. My work beautifully combined the array of tasks I wanted to cover (communications, journalism, environmental and NGO). Meiji Internships was a great support as was my host company. At the same time, they all encouraged me to work and act independently, which gave me a great boost of self-confidence, not only in my skills and abilities, but also in myself. After my internship, I backpacked around China and Mongolia, something my shy old self never would have dared to imagine!