Meiji Internships

Looking back at my past three months in Tokyo, I can wholeheartedly say that it was the best decision to go with Meiji Internships for this program. I chose the business package with all its features and they did not just land me an absolutely amazing internship in a logistics company but also took me to so many sightseeing trips, networking events with fellow startup companies, business dinners and much more. Make sure to follow Japan's business etiquette as they completely differ from Western standards. The best of all was they landed me a full-time job after my graduation so I'm moving to Tokyo next year with the same company that I interned with. Doumo arigatou gozaimashita Meiji!

Studying social work and even doing an internship in Asia was unthinkable for me. The nature of my job and the need to communicate seemed big challenges but I like challenges! So I expressed my needs to Meiji and they carefully listened and assesed my case. After some initial time, I had good news that they could help me with my request but told me to be open to another industry as they do require two industry choices when applying with them. I helped out a Japanese NPO organisation dealing with single mothers and orphans in Tokyo. I have never thought that Japan has this side as it always looks so technologically advanced and shiny. But let me tell every society has its PROBLEMS! I was very happy to learn that there are many good souls in Japan engaging in a lot of social work and it really helped me expand my knowledge on the cultural bridge on how to properly communicate and cater to Japanese people in need. I am very thankful for this experience and will make sure to visit Tokyo again in the near future. Arigatou Hara-sempai you told me so much.

The whole internship experience was well planned and successfully implemented by both, Meiji and my host company. The balance of work and leisure was allowing me to explore Tokyo and also do some sightseeing trips outside the city. My organisation did support me with dinners out with fellow employees and also had the chance joining some business networking events organised by Meiji. I will be back for an interview this Summer again in Tokyo. Keep your fingers crossed for me!