Meiji Internships
Why choose Meiji Internships?
Meiji Internships is a social enterprise and an internationally accredited educational consultant, which engages in a vast variety of social, cultural and development projects through meaningful internship placements. Established in Fukuoka, Japan in 2014 by a young and passionate team of former students and young professionals, we all share the mission: Connect young talented professionals with multinational corporations, innovative startups and influential NGOs throughout Asia. Meiji Internships provides university accredited internship placements combined with personally tailored travel packages to meet the demands of our students. Our award-winning programs focus on individually customized internships to help ambitious and talented young professionals fulfill their dreams of kickstarting their international job career. We place a lot of emphasis on the cultural immersion and professional development of our interns during their work placements. In addition, we actively encourage our interns to also participate in cultural activities and professional networking opportunities that might arise during their internship.
Meiji Internships is a social enterprise and an internationally accredited educational consultant, which engages in a vast variety of social, cultural and development projects through meaningful internship placements. Established in Fukuoka, Japan in 2014 by a young and passionate team of former students and young professionals, we all share the mission: Connect young talented professionals with multinational corporations, innovative startups and influential NGOs throughout Asia. Meiji Internships provides university accredited internship placements combined with personally tailored travel packages to meet the demands of our students. Our award-winning programs focus on individually customized internships to help ambitious and talented young professionals fulfill their dreams of kickstarting their international job career. We place a lot of emphasis on the cultural immersion and professional development of our interns during their work placements. In addition, we actively encourage our interns to also participate in cultural activities and professional networking opportunities that might arise during their internship.
Meiji Internships Reviews
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My internship at a Japanese logistics company
September 16, 2024by: Raphael Cruz - United StatesLooking 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!
Healthcare & Social Internship right in Tokyo's challenging neighborhoods
March 10, 2024by: Alina Weiss - CanadaStudying 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.
I would do it all over again with Meiji!
March 10, 2024by: David Singh - United KingdomThe 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!
Shibuya Internship in IT Development Company
March 10, 2024by: Christian Monk - United StatesThis was absolutely the best internship I could have dreamt of! Robert made this journey unforgettable and offered me the best internship in a local IT company. I had a very intense two months that exposed me to so much learning and coding with Phyton, C++ and Java. THANK YOU for the great work you did!!!
4 months digital marketing internship in Hongdae, Seoul
March 09, 2024by: Taylor Paul - United StatesMy digital marketing internship with Meiji was so fulfilling from the start to the end, they made a lot of effort to accommodate me throughout this internship. The support I had from the airport pickup, orientation and also during the internship was great. I loved the sightseeing excursions we had. Most of them did take place within Seoul except of one trip we did to Incheon's Chinatown and local fish market. I highly recommend Korea for an internship but I would never work here long-term. Koreans are even more workaholics than Japanese!
Memorable Internship in Busan
February 28, 2024by: Kendall Wright - AustraliaMeiji Internships was very helpful with all parts of my transition to South Korea. Their response was very efficient within 1-2 days as they do have a lot of applicants in Korea. Most of them seemed to be located in Seoul, but me together with 5 other interns were in Busan which I preferred a lot! You can go for a weekend trip to Fukuoka and we also visited Meiji's headquarters there. Busan is super fun and a port city and Korea's second larget megacity. The Meiji team took us around and organized all parts of our program, from my airport pickup, sim card, public transportation card and also had a terrific experience with the help of them. I recommend Meiji for those wanting to travel abroad and be an intern in Asia as they seem to have a well established grip in this part of the world.
6-Month Internship Successfully Accomplished!
February 26, 2024by: Thomas Ziegler - GermanyJust finished my 6-Month internship in Tokyo and it was simply amazing. Great people, great food and the lifestyle is a rollercoaster of fun, excitement and adrenaline all the time. They say Tokyo never sleeps and I can approve that 100%! Meiji did a great job in placing me at a great IT startup that helped me developing their European business branch from zero. At the beginning I was like, "Hold on, you want what?" and then I ended up bringing in the first clients after 4 months which sounds like a long time but considering the whole marketing campaign I made together with their designer team it was actually quick. The highlight of my internship was the trading convention the boss took me together to Okinawa, which I will never forget. Now looking back after this great time it is time to get back to my business degree as these people decided to hire me after my studies are done! I can't thank everybody more than enough and I recommend anybody to consider the Meiji experience as it changed my life! Literally!!! I should mention with a grain of salt that we had in the same host company at least 4 other Meiji interns at my time and two of them didn't work well with the working culture and stress in Japan... so before you choose to come to Japan I do recommend to know what you want as Tokyo can become sometimes quite extreme. For me I loved every second and would do it anytime again! Arigatou to Yanagida-shacho for your kind and strict guidance throughout my journey. Can't wait to be back!
Beam me back to Seoul
February 24, 2024by: Ellis Hawk - United StatesMy 3 months in Korea were simply a blast! The whole experience was amazing and Meiji Internships did make sure I was in safe hands throughout the whole process. From the application start all way to arriving at my apartment in Seoul. The staff did a great job making the whole experience as smooth and comfortable as possible. I was placed in a guest house and cultural tourist agency where I was exposed to an international environment helping fellow foreigners to get around Seoul. At the same time I was also able to discover all the hidden spots and foodie places that this great city has to offer. The whole internship passed by so quickly and I am really thankful for this very rewarding three months I had there. I made some business contacts while I was there and will be back for another internship next Summer. Khamsamnida Meiji!
Startup City Fukuoka is THE BEST
February 14, 2024by: Peter Brown - United StatesI don't know where to start but this IT internship for the past three months was a game-changer for me! I have made so many contacts, developed my Java Script and C++ coding skills to the next level while networking with the local entrepreneurial crowd filled with international IT geeks, locals business man and even a few angel investors, Fukuoka just blew my mind! The best thing about Meiji was how much of a grip and connection they have in Kyushu and really know the whole local companies pretty much. I have hung out with the staff and fellow interns for a couple of dinners and food gatherings and I cannot intensify how much it is important to get out of your comfort zone.
Found exactly what I was looking for, plus so much more!
September 28, 2022by: Samuel Hutchinson - CanadaI went to Tokyo to do this internship with one goal in mind; to get international experience that would make my CV shine amongst the rest. Anything else that came with it would be a bonus, and let me tell you there were a lot of bonuses! There were so many new experiences for me and I was definitely pushed way outside of my comfort zone (in the best way possible). Thanks to this, I’ve definitely found my feet in my profession as a business development consultant. Even if the internship isn’t particularly in your field of interest, I can’t recommend this program enough for all of the personal and professional development that comes with it. It is definitely a financial commitment though - Tokyo is not a cheap city, and to be honest I would recommend that you avoid cutting costs as much as possible - it’s an awesome city and you have to spend quite a few yen to have the best experience there. So be sure to save up enough before you get to Tokyo!
I can’t stop talking about this trip
September 28, 2022by: Julia Curtis - United StatesMy internship experience in Taiwan was so good that I’ve turned into one of those really annoying people who never stop talking about their ‘unforgettable trip abroad’. For me that’s literally reality, because my trip to Taiwan was unforgettable. From the moment I stepped off the airplane, I somehow knew this was the place for me. It was at that point I really felt lucky to be working in such an amazing country! It’s definitely not easy to find an internship in Taiwan by yourself, and in fact a lot of the expats I met over there were amazed when I told them because the didn’t know they existed! Having Meiji take care of all the admin was so awesome, I felt like a VIP hopping off a plane and straight into a new job. The internship was with a real estate company operating in the outskirts of Taipei. They involved me in all of their projects and pretty much treated me like a normal member of staff. While some may see this as a no-mercy approach, this was exactly what I was looking for, and it gave me so much room to grow. I had no problems throughout my stay in Taiwan, but I knew if I did I could always count on Meiji to guide me through them. They couldn’t have provided a better service! I would recommend an internship abroad in any country - not just Taiwan. But if you do, don’t do it alone! I doubt any of this would have been possible without Meiji holding my hand throughout.
A little way off the beaten track
September 27, 2022by: Joseph Nagel - New ZealandI’ve always been the type who enjoys the road less travelled, which is why I chose to do my internship in Hokkaido! Tokyo just doesn’t have that much of an appeal to me, its way too crowded, full of tourists, and too fast-paced. Hokkaido is the opposite of everything I just said! I worked with a small business locally-famous for it’s milk, (when I first tried it, I immediately understood why… Hokkaido milk is no joke!) which was an area of business I never imagined myself working in. Although I was working more on the admin side of things and never even touched a cow while I was there, I really enjoyed being in the presence of a group of people so passionate about their craft. They also really valued their workers, every morning we gathered for a short catch up talk and drunk milk together (I mostly used this as an opportunity to show off the Japanese I’d learnt) - you wouldn’t find that in Tokyo! Hokkaido is just awesome. The countryside is like being on another planet, yet you still have these bustling urban cities like Sapporo. I will say it’s not quite for the faint of heart though, the winters are pretty brutal and you should be prepared to have your life temporarily dictated by the weather. With that being said, I’d definitely recommend Hokkaido as an internship destination, and make sure to try the milk while you’re there!
A meaningful way for me to get in touch with my heritage
September 27, 2022by: Kendall Park - United StatesI am a US born-and-bred Korean who had unfortunately never had the privilege of visiting my home country. It had been a dream of mine since a young age to finally go to Korea and reconnect with my roots, as well as my family! Once I graduated and found myself with a lot more freedom, I decided I would finally make the dream happen. I didn’t want to just visit though, I wanted to live, breathe, and feel Seoul! The best way to get into the groove of Soul life was to start working, but without any language ability it’s not so easy - so I got in contact with Meiji Internships! They offered me a company you cannot say no to, and the company was in a field that was related to my major. Best of all there were no language requirements! The work was in the industry of PR & Marketing, with a strong focus on social media platforms. I represented a company that deals Korean goods on the international market, and I found it really interesting to have to consider the ways to market cross-culturally! However the working hours were a standard 9-5, so don’t expect to be lazy. On my time off I took full advantage of Seoul and by the end I could really feel my Korean roots, I started to get a really strange feel of nostalgia even though I’d never lived in the country. I connected with a lot of my family, and learnt so much about my own heritage. This was such a moving, and meaningful trip for me!
So much easier than I thought!
September 26, 2022by: Ollie Andrews - United KingdomWhen the time came to find an internship as part of my university degree, I joked around with the idea that I would do my internship in a paradise like Thailand. After a little research I found that this was definitely possible, and arranging it would be much easier than I had anticipated it to be. Fast forward a few months, and I’m lounging on a beach on the other side of the globe with a ridiculously cheap cocktail in my hand. If you’re asking me, there's no better way to spend your days off work! To avoid any misunderstandings, I wasn’t just lounging around for 2 months. The manufacturing company I worked with always kept me busy, and believe me sometimes I NEEDED those days of rest. Don’t think twice, give Meiji a shot!
If only all internships were like this...
September 26, 2022by: Michael Smith - AustraliaOff the back of a terrible internship I did back home in Australia, I still felt as if I hadn’t really gained any work experience, so I searched abroad. Meiji’s services appealed to me for the professionalism (as well as all the fun the interns seemed to have had). I was so glad to find that this followed true with my internship, because they handled my case so professionally and efficiently, and I had so much fun! They placed me in the graphic design department of the local tourism board, and my main tasks were to design marketing materials to inform residents and tourists (both domestic and international) about events across the city. I felt that I thrived in this role and really gained a lot from it. Plus, I got to attend all of the events as part of my work, which was a much welcomed bonus! This internship showed me what true work experience is, and I’m glad I continued searching after my bad experience in the past.
Countryside livin'
September 26, 2022by: Angela Wallace - United StatesI was lucky enough to do my internship at a resort on the outskirts of Fukuoka, the area was basically in the countryside but it still had a bit of a city vibe to it. I’m a big fan of the countryside, and being a bred-and-born city boy, there was a lot to discover. Seeing those tiny road-side vegetable shops that have no staff and rely purely on the honesty of people was definitely a highlight for me and a reminder why I love the Japanese culture so much! I will say, I’m definitely not a fan of those countryside spiders though (they’re HUGE). Working at the resort was a real pleasure. I think many of the guests were shocked to see a foreign face working in a countryside resort, but they were so kind and I loved answering all of their curious questions! There a few occasions were I was surprised to find that guests had gone out of their way to buy gifts for me, Japanese people are honestly so sweet. If you’re considering Japan for your internship destination, I absolutely recommend Meiji, and equally as much recommend the countryside!
Tokyo Japan
September 22, 2022by: Adojan Lakatos - HungarySince I graduated it was my first experience to working, and so the internship in Tokyo really teached me what I need to learn and know. My coworkers were eat very nice and so helpful. Even I cannot speak Japanese, they are trying to understand what I am saying. I love Japan and want some work experience in a peaceful place, so this was a best option for me. Also the coworkers and the CEO was very open minded, its easy to adapt here!
The real city that never sleeps!
September 22, 2022by: Bryanna Andre - New ZealandAfter completing my bachelor in Hospitality and Tourism Management, I quickly realised that I had no real industry experience. I want to focus my career on hospitality abroad, primarily in Asia where I can play a role in bridging the gap between Asian culture and Westerners. So, I started looking for an internship in my dream country, Japan! I relayed this information to Meiji and instantly it seemed as though we were on the same page. I paid for the express option and they put all the pieces of my internship together in what seemed like an instant. They matched me with a hotel chain in Shinjuku, where we accepted probably 90% Japanese guests and 10% foreign. But much to my surprise, there were 2 fellow kiwi staff working there! I don’t know if this was intentional by Meiji but it was a great touch - it’s honestly near impossible to find anybody from New Zealand in Tokyo! As much fun as Tokyo is, it is also super tiring because it literally never sleeps. I mean, especially working in Shinjuku… stepping out of work at the end of your day into what seems like a huge street party, it’s hard to resist! As you can imagine I spent a lot of my time partying, going to bars, clubs, and enjoying the nightlife (of course in between all of the obligatory sightseeing). They say distance makes the heart grow fonder, and I can say this is definitely the case for my relationship with Tokyo <3
My internship with Meiji in Osaka
September 21, 2022by: Lucia Delgado - SpainI would like to praise Meiji Internships for finding me the very high quality placement for my internship. I could ask them any question and they would address my problem. They always immediately to help me. Additionally, they helped us not only before the internship but also during it, and it is thanks to them because I got a great opportunity to see my dream city of OSAKA! My internship was with IT, and I helped my company with the IT tasks for their new product launch. Sometimes the work was a bit difficult but really I am not here for an easy time! Because it was difficult I felt that I could learn so much. To be specifically, I have now mastered Microsoft Excel, and also website softwares like Wordpress and Webflow. These are really useful experience to have, and can make the job finding really easier. I have dreamed of this city even when I was a child, so I could not believe to be working in there for 2 month. In this 2 month I had seen everything that is in Osaka, including my favourites which are the universal studios and also the aquarium which is so huge! It is also the best place in the world for food. I was scared that I would be miss the food of Spain, but I think now that I like Osaka food more than Spain hehehe. If you go to Osaka I advise you to try the okonomiyaki and the takoyaki, you can see it everywheree! If you dream to see Osaka and also experience, I advise you turn to Meiji Internships. I am certain they will help you and you will have the best time :]
Easy as pie
September 21, 2022by: Naomi Bryant - United StatesAs a busy university student, I had a lot on my plate and really had no time to be searching for internships abroad. Meiji was recommended to me by a classmate, and that’s how the journey began. Having that middle man that takes away the stress, time, and headache that comes with searching for an internship? That’s a godsend. I worked on the digital marketing for a student accommodation provider right in the centre of Seoul. It’s painful to admit, but I’m addicted to social media, so this was no problem for me! Also as an actual student I felt that I could really understand the needs of the customers, so I was definitely in my element there. The small team I worked with was extremely encouraging. They understood well that I came from a completely different culture, and they did everything they could to ensure I settled in to this new one. Together we worked hard in the office on weekdays, but partied harder in Hongdae on the weekends - what more could you want? Two thumbs up from me, if I could I’d give it three.
A memorable internship with a lot to takeaway
September 20, 2022by: Marcus Jackson - CanadaLately I have really focused on the value of experiences, which was different to my old way of thinking, which was purely about money. When I first heard of unpaid internships, my first thought was, why? After my internship in Fukuoka I now fully understand, and I wouldn't hesitate to do another. I did an internship at a local recruiting agency, and you cannot put a price on the experience I gained from that place. My assigned role was to handle communications with foreign applicants, and as a native English this was absolutely no problem for me. I have also studied Japanese for many years in the past, so speaking Japanese with my colleagues is no issue for me. I enjoyed the work, but I will be honest and say it’s not my passion - although everything is a step towards finding your passion! Fukuoka is also a fantastic environment to do an internship in. It has all the best elements of Japan while also being a bit more on the laid back side of things, so it’s no where near as intense as Tokyo for example. For me, it was the perfect balance. This was a top quality internship, and it really unlocked new levels of potential for me!
Fukuoka for life
September 20, 2022by: Jordan Francis - United KingdomOn one hand, this was a great internship. On the other hand, it was terrible, but only for the reason that I grew to love Fukuoka so much and now have to leave :( My internship gave me the opportunity to work with a 5 star hotel. To be honest, I thought they were just going to stick me in front of a laptop for 3 months answering emails, but this was definitely not the case! I was actually given real tasks, and every day I experienced something new. I had a super supportive team and they genuinely cared about my personal development. I felt so lucky! Plus, probably the best part of it all, my boss would let me use the hotel’s sentō in the mornings :D After work I made every opportunity to enjoy Fukuoka, and I did so much! If you go there, you’ll be amazed by the sheer number of restaurants you’ll find. If I had to pull out one experience I enjoyed the most, it would be catching a baseball game at the Paypay dome. The atmosphere is incredible and it really makes you feel like a local Fukuokan! While I am bitter about having to leave Fukuoka, this is a place that will stay in my heart forever…
The fastest 3 months of my life...
September 20, 2022by: Sarah Cattaneo - United StatesI’m shocked my internship ended so quickly, it literally was over in the blink of an eye. I guess that’s one way to say how awesome Tokyo is! I heard so much about all the food in Japan and I always thought, can food really taste THAT good? Well, yes, it can. Sometimes the food was so good I felt like I was dreaming. Everything is delicious, even the things that look terrible! My Italian ancestors will curse me for saying this, but my real guilty pleasure was the Japanese Naporitan… trust me just try it. Of course my time in Tokyo wasn’t all just about food, because I also interned at a super trendy startup that was launching a new fashion-based app. I was surprised that Meiji matched me with a company that was so close to my interests, because I live and breathe fashion! I was also surprised to see that the team was so young, many of them had only recently graduated university but seemed to have the talent of somebody with 20+ years industry experience. Needless to say, it was inspiring. I could go on for days about all the good things about Tokyo, but I’ll spare you the time - just go there! My internship was a life-changing experience, and I’m already planning my next escape back to Japan.
A brief farewell
September 13, 2022by: Cooper Stout - United KingdomI’ll be leaving Seoul very soon and I’m sincerely going to miss my new life, friends, and memories here. Since I was young, I always knew I wanted to see South Korea, and when I finally touched down I was not at all disappointed in my decision. Luckily I already had a few friends living in Seoul, so they were able to show me around and introduce me to the culture. It is fascinating. Meiji made my trip so easy and comfortable. I wasn’t sure which package to go for, but decided to pay a little extra for the added comfort, so I went for their business package. I was spot on with this decision as everything from the accommodation to the airport pickup was perfect. I could always contact them if I had concerns too, which really put my mind at ease, Anyway, I will definitely be back soon.
Great escape
September 13, 2022by: Louis Miller - United StatesMy main reason for becoming interested in interning abroad came from being stuck in an entry level job that was not so motivational for me. I did my 2 month PR & Marketing internship in Singapore, where the people were great and I was actually learning something for once. The city is really good, and theres a lot to see and experience there. I feel that during the 2 months I got a good look at real life there, a lot of my time was spent in food courts to be honest! My only regret from this was spending much more than I had planned, so I couldn’t travel in Asia as I had planned.
I loved my host company
September 13, 2022by: Jason Webb - United KingdomCredit to Meiji for partnering me with possibly the best company I’ve ever worked with. Every day in the office was a day full of laughter (don’t get me wrong, we all worked hard) and the trips to the local bar as a team after working hours were just as fun. Best 2 months of my life, but now not looking forward to the withdrawal symptoms.
I recommend it
September 13, 2022by: Gabriel Fabre - FranceIt was good for me because I can have the work experience in Japan and Asia even if I am not speaking the language. I had some fun and learned a lot and now my CV has some great experience to show to the employers. Perfect!
Looking forward to my return
September 13, 2022by: Alessia Kirkland - CanadaMy 3 month internship in South Korea has now come to an end and all I can say is that I miss the country and the city of Seoul already! I had the chance to meet a lot of good people and I got along so well with my colleagues and supervisor. There’s nothing I want more than to return to Korea, so I’m now considering ways that I can return - I’m even considering the possibility of doing another internship there!
I did a lot in Fukuoka!
September 13, 2022by: Lola Holzer - AustriaI don’t mean I did just work in Fukuoka, as I spent a lot of time travelling and enjoying the different aspects of Japan at the same time. The work was tough, but at the end I felt satisfied in the experience I had gained. I lived 20 minutes by bus from my work, so I should say that Meiji found me a really convenient apartment. However I do wish that it had a bicycle because everybody seems to use them in Fukuoka since they are so convenient. My top 3 favourite experiences in Japan was: eating motsunabe, doing karaoke, going to a maid cafe!
Francesco's review
September 13, 2022by: Francesco Marino - ItalyThis program gave me the opportunity to build some relationships with professionals in their fields, and to learn about new technologies and above all experience the real Japan life with immersing myself into the Japanese culture
Foreigner-friendly internship programs
September 09, 2022by: Peter Bos - NetherlandsI think Meiji did a great job both before and throughout my stay in Japan. Thank you for always replying to my enquiries in a timely manner. Because of that I really easily solved many of my problems before arriving in Japan. Additionally, thank you for organising the events and language exchanges for us in Japan. It really helps with making new friends, which can be difficult as a foreigner in Japan. It was a really interesting experience for me.
Awesome program
September 09, 2022by: Kayleigh Rose - New ZealandGreat program. As a foreigner trying to get to Japan alone, it was extremely tough. I was almost out of ideas on how I could take the leap into Japan without any existing network or knowhow. Luckily after doing some research I came across Meiji Internships. I had reached out and told them about my plans to come to Japan. All throughout they were very supportive and helpful while I was trying to coordinate myself and put together a solid plan. Long story short they helped me find an internship suited to my business skill and the company turned out to be the perfect fit! I owe Meiji so much because I would never have made a connection like that without them. I am now living and working in Japan and my plan is to do this for a long time.
A whole new world
September 09, 2022by: Ross Kendrick - AustraliaThroughout my stay in Thailand I collected many experiences and dove into a new world. Not only was the new lifestyle and Thai culture completely different from my usual life, but also the way the company was structured and the business climate. It provided me with many new impressions. It was good how Meiji supported me with all the elements of my stay, like accommodation, important local information, and the actual internship placement. I had the opportunity to do a 3-month internship with an e-commerce company in the centre of Bangkok. I learned how to manage international business affairs, whilst also tackling more local challenges in the form of the Thai language.
Yes, it was good
September 08, 2022by: Hugo Gaillard - FranceVietnam provide me lot of new experience and knowledge. Since I am coming here, i do not stop learning, and the information comes from everywhere not just from the work. The people of vietnam are all very friendly and like to help me. Environment is also really nice, so i am often go to do a walk in the evening and seeing the beautiful rivers and mountains. It is a such amazing experience.
Epic
September 08, 2022by: Elliott Fraser - AustraliaYeah, Tokyo is pretty damn cool. Living here felt like living in a movie, sometimes I would wake up and pinch myself because I couldn’t believe that I actually made it to my dream city. It goes without saying that I loved my internship experience here, there’s not much else I can say.
I grew so much from this
September 08, 2022by: Janice Allen - AustraliaI had the most fun I’ve had in my life during my internship in Tokyo. I took away so many valuable lessons from my time but also from the people I was surrounded with. I learnt a lot about independence, being so far away from my family for a relatively long period of time. I saw so much in the city and I ate so much delicious food, it was a really enjoyable experience and gave me a great boost of confidence. I overcame my fear of solo travelling, and I felt reassured to always have help and support from Meiji when I needed it. Despite being thrown into the deep end from the very beginning, I found great enjoyment in my internship. I honed my skills whilst learning many new ones. I learned how to effectively network and handle myself working independently. I was in charge of many of my own projects and self-managing my time, it was a lot of fun.
A passionate organisation
September 08, 2022by: Oliver Jones - New ZealandMeiji did everything perfect, in terms of accommodation, sightseeing, my company… the wonderful staff did an amazing job. I can sense that they do what they do with passion, because it was clear they genuinely wanted me to have a good experience. I would consider this as a learning opportunity, I grew as a person and got a greater sense of responsibility. An internship helped me in my professional and personal development, and it also provided a much-needed break from my school studies. South Korea is a fantastic country, full of friendly people. I chose this country for this reason, as well as my love of their culture.
My internship experience
September 08, 2022by: Angelina Vidal - SpainVietnam is more beautiful than I had imagined. I find it incredible that Hanoi is such a bustling urban area, yet you’re able to find parks and lakes around every corner. The scenery wherever you go is just stunning. There are so many opportunities to fully experience the nature, with activities such as kayaking, hiking, and rock climbing. The support from Meiji throughout was great. They did a wonderful job introducing me to Vietnam, and provided me with everything I needed to do an internship there (as well as stay safe and comfortable). Without these people, my internship experience in Vietnam would have never been able to happen.
City full of surprises
September 07, 2022by: Cecilia Coleman - United StatesAll 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.
Working holiday
September 07, 2022by: Martin William - AustraliaI completed an internship in Taiwan as part of my working holiday there. During the time I met a variety of business professionals, had alot of fun learning new skills and also made contacts which have invited me to work for them after my working holiday visa has ended. Meiji Internships offered a very professional service - they always went the extra mile to assure I was settled in. It was a great experience and one which leads me onwards towards my career goals and aspirations in Asia
I learnt so much during my internship
September 06, 2022by: Stephen Ford - United StatesMy internship proved to be an experience that allowed me to develop in many ways. My company was very patient and they gave the space and time I needed to get familiar with my new role in a new country. They also gave me a lot of freedom with my work, so I could pour my passion into my work. In my time there I was able to complete a lot of work, and finished all my projects to a high standard. Above all, I learned that it is important to get to know the people you work with, as they can assist you in ways you wouldn't think you need. It’s also important to have fun, and also make time every day to do something you are personally interested in. These points are key to a good internship!
Well worth the time and money
September 06, 2022by: Melissa Edwards - CanadaI had a great time in Japan thanks to my team, Meiji internships, and all the friends I made there. For me, a share house turned out to be a great option since I was able to make friends super easily. While it does take a while to adjust to the cultural differences of Tokyo, it is guaranteed to be one of the best cities you’ll ever visit - it is so clean and safe. I’ll be graduating soon so I’m now in the process of looking for a job in Japan, I must say that my internship with Meiji is making this process much easier and employers seem to be more interested.
A big thank you
September 06, 2022by: lola thorpe - United StatesMeiji made sure my transition into the working lifestyle in Thailand was as smooth as possible. During my time I was able to foster valuable relationships and create some unforgettable memories, all with the help of Meiji’s services. This is really a career-changing opportunity of a lifetime, so in my eyes Meiji Internships is worth every penny. I was more than happy with my program, and I will always stay grateful for the friends and memories I can take away from it. It was an all-around positive experience!
Business development internship
September 06, 2022by: Alex Farr - United KingdomAs both my first time doing an internship and my first time in Japan, this was a completely new experience for me. I worked with an independent stationary company, who were working with international clients. I was delighted to be working with native Japanese who could speak fluently in English, as my Japanese ability is zero to none. The work was always different and I was exposed to a lot of different aspects of Japanese business, plus we had many laughs! This was a fantastic experience.
We finally made it!
September 05, 2022by: Diane Chung - CanadaMeiji 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.
Experienced the real Japanese lifestyle
September 05, 2022by: Grace Alexander - New ZealandI really enjoyed my internship with Meiji Internships. My host company had a real family-like environment, where you’re treated as a person and not just a number (which is different from what I read about working in Japan). Aside from the work, I got the opportunity to experience so much of Japan. I did everything from ice skating in Roppongi to a kimono experience in Akasaka. I only wish I could’ve seen the cherry blossom, I will surely return some time just for that. Tokyo is the perfect city and with the support of Meiji I felt really comfortable living there.
Absolutely spectacular
September 05, 2022by: Amy Truss - United KingdomLast year myself and my parents decided that I should take the plunge and go to South Korea to meet my internship requirement for my graduation, which would of course be in addition to some sightseeing. I’m glad I was able to hit two birds with one stone, because it was really an amazing experience despite all the complications (I went during the ongoing pandemic). The cuisine, the people, the culture… everything was spectacular. At the time it felt like a bit of a lost cause but it turned out that the timing was actually perfect, it was right at the time where I needed a small getaway from all the problems around the world. I’m thankful for Meiji allowing me this experience, and supporting me all the way through it.
My new favourite city
September 05, 2022by: Michael Terrance - United StatesJust a few months ago, I would have never believed that I could actually leave the country for an internship, let alone to somewhere like Japan. I had wanted to visit here since I was a child, so you can imagine my excitement when the opportunity arose. I definitely had an experience that I will remember forever, and my respect for Japan and all of its people has quadrupled. My internship in Japan really bolstered my CV, and I will definitely be considering future opportunities to work in this wonderful country. Definitely give this internship program a shot!
Educational internship
September 05, 2022by: Wang Wei - United StatesMy internship in Seoul was an educational experience. I improved my professional capabilities and gained new skills. I was also presented with the opportunity to expand my professional network and make valuable connections. Overall I grew my professional career significantly. Beyond that, I learned about the unique culture and traditions of South Korea. It is truly an incredible country. I’d like to say thank you to Meiji Internships for providing me this chance to explore it. I will surely visit again, it has given me so much. This is a good option for anybody who is looking to grow their professional portfolio and experience a uniquely different culture at the same time.
Just what I needed
September 02, 2022by: Jonathan Weaver - United KingdomThe 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.
Hong Kong internship review
September 02, 2022by: Massimo Valentino - ItalyMeiji 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.
Turned me into a new person
August 31, 2022by: Samantha Golding - New ZealandIf you asked me any question about Taiwan a few months ago, I wouldn’t have been able to give you an answer. I was pretty regretfully ignorant towards Taiwan, and really unprepared for what it had in store for me. This internship gave me practical skills that can be used in real-life as well as the opportunity to develop and change on a personal level. There’s something about being a foreigner in another country - it’s like being on another planet. It felt like I’d been thrown into this far away land where nobody knew my name nor my story. Communication was often difficult but it was the struggles like this that really helped me develop. I not only learned a lot about Taiwan and Asian culture, but also a lot about myself. You could definitely say that working in Taiwan was an eye opening journey for me. I made friends and even more memories, I found new fascination for things I’d never even thought of before. Being in Taiwan really showed me true happiness, I believe that anybody and everybody would came back from Taiwan a happier person.
Great time in Hong Kong
August 31, 2022by: Tyler Curry - United StatesI 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.
Trust your instincts
August 29, 2022by: Daniel Croft - IrelandIt 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.
Japan internship 2022
August 29, 2022by: Julius Meyer - GermanyI spent my summer in Osaka for my internship, and got to travel around Kyoto, Nara, and Hiroshima. My time was spent traveling throughout kansai on my days off, and I was mostly working during my weekdays. I’ve met so many humble and amazing people who have been so kind to teach me many new things that have helped me improved my skills. Japan is one of my favourite places to visit now and my goal is to fully learn the language and maybe one day to move there for work in the long term if i get lucky.
Thank you Korea!
August 29, 2022by: Nicola Evans - AustraliaThis was my first time in Korea (and Asia in general) so it was pretty nerve-wrecking! However, what made it great was all the people I met, especially my colleagues. After enduring my quarantine period, my colleagues made sure I was comfortable in my new city and made me feel like I’d been born here! 3 Months in this country was so much more than I could have ever asked for, but I’m so glad I went through with it. Meiji Internships was definitely a huge help guiding me through the whole process, especially the quarantine (I found the system a little confusing). Great job for everything, I will always recommend Meiji!
Thankful for this experience
August 29, 2022by: Sean Jack - United StatesReally happy I had the opportunity to visit South Korea to complete an internship whilst exploring all the best of the country. At first I was hesitant to even try any type of internship provider to help find me an internship but with so many reviews online, I felt pretty reassured going with Meiji. I can now say that they exceeded my expectations. The process itself was straight-forward and my point of contact was always kind and helpful. Honestly they helped me get through so many complications I experienced. All the way up to my arrival in South Korea, everything was smooth as possible. As for the actual internship in South Korea, I was so glad to have met a group of people that was so open to me. I learned a lot during my time there and I still keep in touch with them. Huge thanks to Meiji for the all the help and thank you Korea for all the love!
A welcomed change of pace
August 26, 2022by: Sarah Shields - IrelandGoing to Thailand for an internship was a breath of fresh air, and I never knew I needed it so much! Meiji Internships did the best job possible making this happen, it honestly made all the difference for me.
Internship with a real Japanese company
August 26, 2022by: Mansha Ali - AustriaIf you want real valuable work experience, I definitely recommend interning with a Japanese company. The work culture particularly in Japan is so distinctly unique and you’re practically forced to adapt, which I think is great for building your character. I bonded well with my colleagues and engaged in some fun projects, and I had a straight-forward experience with Meiji.
Post-covid Tokyo
August 26, 2022by: Patrick Finn - United StatesThis time 3 years ago I was stressing about my future since my planned internship in Japan had been cancelled due to covid. Looking back now, I’m weirdly glad it was! I finished my internship a couple of weeks ago and it was a truly unique time to be in Tokyo, there were no tourists and there were generally less people in the streets. This for me was perfect, Tokyo felt just right. I’m really glad I was lucky enough to experience this potentially once-in-a-lifetime version of Tokyo!
Unique type of work experience
August 26, 2022by: Lauren Graham - United KingdomI just finished up my internship in Korea and in my opinion it was well worth doing for the experience. Without even considering all the fun I had in Seoul, it is so useful to carry this experience forward with me, and I’m sure it’ll have a real impact on my career. This is an easy 10/10 for me.
Japan has my heart
August 23, 2022by: Jessica Black - AustraliaEverybody knows the classic go to Japan and fall in love with the culture, food, people story so I’ll spare you all the details, but my time in Osaka was honestly the greatest time of my life. My time was divided up by working and enjoying the chill vibes of Osaka, and I had plenty of time to do both! From start to finish I had not one issue, and this is thanks to the competence of Meiji and all of my colleagues. I’d highly recommend this program, and a word of advice - being Japan’s kitchen, you definitely won’t go hungry here so bring an appetite.
Great trip (saved by my insurance)
August 23, 2022by: Joey Charles - CanadaMy internship in Vietnam was unforgettable for many reasons - good and bad! On the internship side everything was perfect from both the host company and Meiji, so I really have no complaints there. On the other side, breaking my wrist was not so fun - especially when I saw the hospital bill! Luckily I had insurance so I am not officially bankrupt, but I’ll take it forward as a lesson and pass it on to you - make sure you get insured.
A step out of the comfort zone
August 23, 2022by: Rebecca Myles - United KingdomI can’t begin to describe how helpful Meiji’s assistance was throughout these early stages of my career development. My eyes have really been opened to the reality of the global working market, and the ways in which you can really thrive across borders. Coming from a small village to the big city of Seoul was such a drastic transition, and I feel like I really needed it! Altogether I would say if you’re looking for an experience that will teach you more than anything else in life (more than university in my opinion), then you should get out of your comfort zone and do an internship in Asia.
Really good all-around
August 23, 2022by: Arthur Schede - SwitzerlandPerfect internship. The accommodation was in a really nice area and it was in very good condition, I had no issues whatsoever throughout my stay. The company I worked with were really easy-going and they helped me a lot! Meiji were also so helpful and they put together a really high quality internship experience in the end. Thank you Meiji Internships!
Good opportunity for growth
August 23, 2022by: Simon Baker - United KingdomThe work was exactly what I was looking for and living alone in Tokyo taught me how to be confident. I was learning something new every day and I’m sure these are lessons I’ll keep with me long into the future. If there was ever a time I could go back, I would only do this much sooner, it was a really thought-provoking experience and I had a lot of opportunity to reflect on myself. After completing this internship I feel that I have really grown into a new person, and I’m looking forward to an ambitious career ahead of me.
Easy peasy
August 23, 2022by: Annie Deacon - United StatesI was surprised that I could intern in Korea as an option for my university credits, and I didn’t hesitate to say yes once Meiji accepted me into their program. I told Meiji exactly the type of internship I needed to qualify for my university credits, they said they’d do their best to accommodate and in the end they found me the exact internship I was looking for. Setting an internship in Asia up alone sounds like rocket science, but doing it with Meiji makes life so much easier. It was worth every dollar spent!
Highly recommend this program
August 19, 2022by: Lewis Rose - United KingdomEverybody in Taiwan is so friendly, living there during my internship was so pleasant! I made good friends and even better memories, I’ll take this experience forward with me for years to come. I only wish I could say a proper thank you to everybody involved with making this trip so memorable for me.
The perfect internship
August 19, 2022by: Zack Creed - CanadaMy experience with Meiji was incredible. From the beginning of the process I felt taken care of and I was encouraged to follow my interests and really make the most of my time in Japan. It was not my first time in Japan, but I felt that I really didn't need any experience of living abroad / in Japan. Plus, if I needed help I definitely would have got all the support I needed. The internship itself was very rewarding, my day-to-day tasks were always different and because I was working in a small company, I was given a level of responsibility that I hadn't experienced in previous positions. The accommodation they found for me was clean and safe. Altogether, I had a wonderful time with Meiji and would recommend it to anyone who is looking to get valuable work experience.
A worthwhile experience
August 19, 2022by: Shannon Doyle - IrelandIn order to graduate from my university, I was required to complete some form of internship. It never occurred to me that it was actually possible to do this abroad until it was suggested by a university advisor. I did some research and asked some people at my university, then I was pointed towards Meiji Internships. I’ve always been fascinated by Asia and all the different cultures there, so the thought of doing an internship sounded like a real adventure. I chose to do an internship in South Korea as I already knew a little bit about it already and I feel as if the lifestyle there would be good fit. Meiji were always happy to answer my questions and were super helpful throughout the whole process. They ensured the company was right for me and that I was able to have the experience I desired. I'm so glad I went abroad to intern - not only do I have the skills I need to enter the professional world, but I'm also confident that I'll be able to adapt to any working environment thrown my way.
Asia's best-kept secret
August 17, 2022by: Mila Jacobs - BelgiumTaiwan has got to be one of the best countries I’ve ever visited! Life here is so relaxed and worry-free, I’m considering a longer term future here after my Working Holiday Visa ends. I did a 3 month internship here with a finance firm, and really got a good grip on the ins and outs of Taiwanese working culture. The process was very easy as Meiji took care of everything for me (company arrangements, accommodation, SIM Card, etc.) so it really helped take away a lot of the stress of moving to another country.
Unique opportunity
August 17, 2022by: Vass Márkó - HungaryMy internship with Meiji Internships in Thailand was really fun and exciting and I learnt a lot. I had a lot of opportunity to work as well as do some tourism around the country so I always stayed busy. It is a very international place so I made friends from all around the world, everybody was very friendly.
Osaka
August 16, 2022by: Stephanie Brown - United KingdomI completed my internship in Osaka last week, and am now reflecting on one of the best times of my life. The city is amazing, it has everything you need (good food and good people). The host company treated me like part of the family, and I got on really well with everyone there. For a couple of them I was the first British person they had ever met, so it was quite amusing to answer all their strange questions about British culture. Meiji Internships were a pleasure to deal with, they made everything simple and everything was done with no funny business. With this in mind, it’s a really cost-effective solution and you get great value for money.
I had a very good internship here
August 16, 2022by: Franciszka Pawlak - PolandThe internship in Korea was a really good time of my life. It was the first time ever in Korea for me, and being there for to do the work made it so special. I think it is hard to work in Korea without an internship, so I would suggest to do one if you would like to find a job. My host company was a really good one and I had a lot of enjoyment doing the work, therefore at the end my boss invited me to join the company for real at the end of this year! I have to say thank you to Meiji Internships.
Had some good times and had good friends
August 16, 2022by: Matteo Berlusconi - ItalyI did the internship from Meiji Internships in Korea working with the advertisng business. It was really fun to see what is the real Korean life like everyday, and I can say that I really enjoyed it! I had no problem with Meiji and everything was like what they said, so it is definitely something that I recommend. It was fun!
Internship in Hokkaido
August 15, 2022by: Matt Fieldhouse - AustraliaHokkaido is a place best experienced slowly, it’s so wide and vast that you really have to take your time. With that in mind, I used my internship here as a chance to slowly but surely travel throughout the island over the span of 3 months. I will say that Hokkaido isn’t for everyone, it is slightly difficult to travel around (especially if you don’t drive) and the winters are unforgiving. However if you’re a nature-buff like myself you’re in for a real treat. My work schedule wasn’t nearly as intense as I had anticipated, so I had plenty of time to enjoy Japan whilst also gaining valuable work experience. Altogether I’m very happy with my experience. If I could go back and do one thing differently, it would definitely be to pack more winter clothes!
Found my passion on the other side of the globe
August 15, 2022by: Jay Milton - United KingdomWhen I started looking for an internship, I still had no idea what I wanted to do in the future career-wise. I used the internship as an opportunity to taste the working life, but also wanted to taste life abroad at the same time. The internship with Meiji essentially killed two birds with one stone, and I found my passion in the process. Working on PR & Marketing projects for an advertising agency showed me the fun in incorporating creativity into business. Dealing with Meiji was a flawless process, I didn’t face one problem. This is a top quality internship.
Long time in the making!
August 12, 2022by: James Ray - New ZealandLike many of us, I had been waiting way too long to go to Japan. The pandemic put an unwelcome stop to my dream, so I was desperate for a way to get there! I have to be honest, I learned that an internship was one of the ways you could go to Japan, so that was my whole purpose of doing it at first. However, retrospectively I can say that I really enjoyed it, and that Meiji were fantastic throughout the whole thing. It gave me a good taste of real life in Japan, and basically my dream of living in Japan only grew stronger.
I learnt a lot in Vietnam
August 12, 2022by: Eddie Woodman - United KingdomMy internship in Vietnam gave me the opportunity to learn not only all about the world of Vietnamese business, but also Vietnamese culture. Both are elements you cannot learn without actually being in Vietnam, so I’m over the moon with my experience and would absolutely recommend Meiji to everybody considering an internship in Asia.
Tokyo fashion internship
August 12, 2022by: Becky Evans - United StatesAn internship in Tokyo has got to be one of the best ways to gain experience in the field of fashion, simply because (besides Seoul) it is one of the leading cities for innovative designers. At first I was slightly worried about doing an internship here because I read about the tough working culture in Japan, but my experience was very different - it may be because the company was relatively young, but regardless I was surprised! My work really boosted my portfolio, and having the experience in a city like Tokyo really makes me stand out - I would 100% recommend!
Korean internship
August 12, 2022by: Michelle Perkins - AustraliaDoing an internship in Korea was definitely one of the better decisions I’ve made in my life. I was relying on Meiji to deliver a fault-free internship with suitable accommodation and a quality host company - they did exactly that. I worked with a cosmetics brand based in central Seoul which in the beginning was not my particular field of interest to be honest, however I quickly fell in love with it. In the end I managed to get some really useful work experience, so I couldn't be happier.
Much needed work experience without the hassle
August 10, 2022by: Mariah Cameron - CanadaI did my virtual internship with a fashion boutique based in Taipei, managing and directing all of their social media platforms. I can say I had a lot of fun with this, as they gave me total creative freedom, and to my surprise entrusted me with a lot of responsibility. In the end I bonded very well with all the staff and they seemed very happy with my performance. Once the pandemic has totally died down I do plan on going to Taipei, and we have already discussed the possibility that a full-time job may be on offer! This is all thanks to Meiji!
Really great experience in this country
August 10, 2022by: André Babin - FranceI completed a internship in Thailand with the small robotics company, who had some really exciting work and very intelligent employees. They became my best friends when I was at Thailand, and we had really good morale in the work. Meiji Internships made the internship for me and it was really perfect in my opinion. I will recommend!
Best country in the world, no questions.
August 09, 2022by: Alex Ward - AustraliaMy time in Taiwan really introduced me to all the best aspects of the country, and I can now say hands down that it’s the best country in the world. The people are amazing, the infrastructure is great, the food is fantastic… even if it’s not for an internship, I would urge everybody to visit sometime. Meiji did a great job putting together my internship in Taiwan. The host company was an absolute dream to work with, the work was fun and I was relieved to know that I could have a proper laugh everyday with my English-speaking colleagues. The apartment they put me in was also great, super central location and surprisingly spacious. Loved every minute of my internship!
Korean wave is in full effect
August 09, 2022by: Kelly Bird - United KingdomAs they say, time flies when you’re having fun. My internship in Korea absolutely flew by! I worked as a Media Marketing Manager for a sunglasses business in Seoul for three months, it was honestly such a blast. On my last day, they gave me a pair of sunglasses I’d been eyeing up for a while, it was such a lovely touch. Absolutely amazing people! I’d definitely recommend Meiji Internships, the application process was really simple and they arranged everything perfectly for me. Thank you!
Slice of like in Osaka
August 09, 2022by: Kathy Swan - CanadaMy primary reason for doing an internship in Japan was to experience the real working life there. As a westerner we hear a lot about how strenuous and difficult life can be for everyday working adults in Japan, but my experience was far from that! I was working Mon-Fri 9-5 and the work itself was very interesting to me, so I felt absolutely no stress during my entire internship. Osaka was a great city to get to know too, with so many interesting characters and some really unique food. Thank you so much Meiji, it was really a life-changing experience and I’m so relived it was hassle-free.
Pivotal career decision
August 09, 2022by: Billy Chambers - New ZealandI made this decision pretty suddenly after I heard about a friend’s experience doing a similar thing. Even though it seemed like a big undertaking Meiji made it simple and pretty much did all the heavy lifting for me, so I was able to have it sorted and ready in a short amount of time. As you can probably imagine Tokyo is a very unique city and I felt like for me personally there was a lot of room to grow my character. I will take the many things I learned there forward with me for a long time and I will absolutely keep in contact with all the people I met during my time there.
Internship with Meiji Internships
August 05, 2022by: Jean-Baptiste Deschamps - FranceI finish my internship in Tokyo from Meiji Internships recently, and it was the top experience of my life. I met many fun interesting people and had some of the amazing memories. The city is like art for me, really! I did some good work and can have the experience to take forward for my future - I will recommend Meiji Internships!
Jealous...
August 05, 2022by: Alison Rae - United StatesIf theres anything I felt after leaving Seoul, it was jealousy. Seriously, I’m so jealous of people living their daily lives in that amazing city - you can be sure it’s a goal of mine for the future. My internship with Meiji was awesome. They pulled out all the cards and really made it a special time for me. In summary they gave me the opportunity to learn a lot while living in my dream city, I really couldn’t ask for more.
Una città bellissima
August 05, 2022by: Stefania Balotelli - ItalyI love Tokyo. Best city of the world, and best people of the world also! I enjoyed the internship so much and will hope to come back again to word for in the future. Thank you meiji Internships!! if you will do the internship in another country then it is best for you to do with Meiji Internships.
Love this country
August 04, 2022by: Michael Rogan - AustraliaI can’t count the amount of times I’ve been to Thailand but I have enjoyed every single time. This time was a little different as I was visiting for work purposes, and it really showed me Thailand in a different light. I really enjoyed my time working there and leaving all the friends I’d made behind was no easy task. I’m now definitely considering a future there if possible!
International internship
August 04, 2022by: Owen Harper - CanadaDuring my internship in Vietnam I worked with an international imports and exports business. I especially enjoyed this as it meant I was exposed to not only Vietnamese culture, but I was able to actively engage with businesses around the world. Meiji put the internship together really well - everything was always clear and they met all their requirements as an internship provider. As a result, I would highly recommend their services.
Really enjoyed it :)
August 03, 2022by: Manuel Ramos - SpainI finished the internship for Meiji in Korea and it was really enjoyable. I learn a lot of new thing and experience all the new culture of Korea. If you want to do a good internship in another country then you should go with Meiji internships!
Family vibes
August 02, 2022by: Caitlin James - United KingdomMeiji Academy gave me major family vibes, coming to class was like coming home hahaha. The staff are all so lovely, and I loved our little chats before and after the lessons. They all seemed so keen to make sure my first time in Japan was as fun as possible, so they kept me updated with any upcoming festivals, told me all the best places to eat, helped me with any of questions etc. I really got on with the teachers too, they understood that I am generally pretty slow when it comes to learning languages, so they broke things down into easily digestible pieces for me. It made learning such a breeze, and I conquered so much during my stay. By the end, I was able to talk in only Japanese when I was at Meiji! If you’re looking for a comfortable way to learn Japanese, this is it!
Fashion internship
August 02, 2022by: Bella Jackman - AustraliaAs part of my fashion degree I wanted to get some experience working with foreign fashion companies to widen my creativity. Korea was definitely a good choice for this as I think they have some of the most forward-thinking fashion houses in the world. I was exposed to some really interesting projects and I learned so much. Seoul was absolutely fantastic too, even the city itself looks fashionable!
3 months in Kyoto
August 01, 2022by: Kiera Rivers - United StatesMy 3 months in Kyoto were the perfect balance of travelling and work. I had always wanted to travel to Kyoto, but I didn’t want to leave such a big gap on my CV whilst travelling. The internship was the perfect solution for me, as I could do both at the same time. Meiji arranged for my internship with a local ryokan, which was honestly one of the most amazing places I have worked in my life. Kyoto is just as magical as it seems to be, it feels so authentically Japanese and I’ve really never been to a place like it.
The best way to experience Japan
August 01, 2022by: Melissa Davids - United KingdomJapan is a country that is best experienced from the ground-level, living there for a relatively longer period of time and experiencing the day to day happenings of everyday life. My internship allowed me to do that over the course of 3 months, and it showed me a completely new side of Tokyo. I will definitely miss the konbinis, the kind people, the cleanliness, and the excitement of this city, plus working alongside some of the most interesting individuals I’ve ever met. There are definitely a few things I will not miss though (hot, sweaty, crammed subways). The internship was put together really well by Meiji, couldn’t recommend it more!
Social enterprise internship in Vietnam
July 25, 2022by: Ruben Van Den Bogaard - NetherlandsI wanted to focus my work experience towards social enterprise, and Vietnam is one of the best destinations to do this. I worked with a small business that was targeting towards the agricultural industry. All the colleagues seemed like a family, so it was a really nice place to work at. I learnt a lot and they exposed me to many things I would have never imagined to see. It’s a super beautiful country too, it was feeling like a holiday at some times.
Almost had too much fun
July 25, 2022by: Madison White - AustraliaLoved every minute spent in Vietnam and I wouldn’t hesitate to go back again. Of course I went for an internship but I still took every opportunity to have fun and party! It’s ideal for those on a budget too, given how cheap everything is there. You can definitely get by experiencing a lot without spending anything significant, so it was great for a student such as myself. A big thank you to Meiji and my lovely host company for making me feel welcomed in Vietnam!
I really enjoyed the city and the working lifestyle
July 25, 2022by: Lucia Garza - SpainMy internship was with Meiji Internships and they gave me the company based in Tokyo. I worked mostly for the social media things and I helped with some things on the website. It was actually fun work that I enjoyed doing everyday, plus it was my first time in Tokyo so I was having a lot of fun on my day off. This was really a great internship!
Sapporo... good times
July 25, 2022by: Mark Wood - United KingdomI finished up my internship in Sapporo recently, and I can definitely look back and say that I had the best 3 months of my life. The work, the people, the food, the (extreme) weather. Everything was perfect if I’m honest! If you want solid work experience, do an internship. If you want even better work experience, do an internship abroad in a place you’d never picture yourself in!
Great internship
July 22, 2022by: Louis Babin - FranceMeiji made me the best internship. The host company, the acommodation and the application was really good, it was really easy and I was able to enjoy the experience of work in Korea with no stress. Thank you very much
Tokyo without tourists
July 22, 2022by: Brett Matthews - United StatesI just finished my internship in Tokyo, and all I can say is that it was a surreal experience. As the borders are still not open for tourists, I felt like I got a really unique perspective of Tokyo. Of course it was still crowded, but it felt so much more authentic. Meiji’s partner host company seemed very excited to have an intern coming onboard, we all bonded very quickly and I immediately felt comfortable working with them. The projects were fun and actually meaningful, and I came away with some experience that will look excellent on my resume. Awesome!
What an experience
July 22, 2022by: Marta Romani - ItalyWe see Korea a lot on TV, YouTube, Netflix, but you have to go there to understand why it is an amazing country! I really enjoyed my days there, and also the company that I worked with. They treat me like the real member of staff, but also were really kind when I did not know things. I really recommend Meiji and Korea! Also if you go there, I suggest to try the Italian food, it is a bit different but surprisingly very good :)
Ticked off the bucket list
July 22, 2022by: Shannon Keys - United StatesLiving and working in Korea was top of my bucket list for a long time, thanks to Meiji, the dream finally materialised. I worked with an independent fashion business in central Seoul, primarily dealing with their PR. It was honestly an invigorating experience, I was able to hone my skills whilst picking up new ones, and I networked with some very interesting people. Korea is just as I imagined (i.e. incredible) so I’ll definitely be returning in the near future. Thank you Meiji for putting together the perfect internship!
Beat the borders and worked with a Chinese company
July 21, 2022by: Chase Cook - United StatesI had been planning to gain some work experience with a Chinese company for the past couple years, but of course as we know the borders are still currently impenetrable. I caught wind of virtual internships from a university fair, and once I started I never looked back. From home I could access the work experience I was so patiently waiting for, and I have to say it was probably much more convenient than actually going out there. I managed to skip over the language barriers, homesickness, all the costs of living and travel - it’s easy to see why I’m happy. Yes it was virtual but I definitely worked on some real projects, and it was not easy! Meiji were so easy to work with, they put together the internship in no time and they did a great job in the process. For this reason I’d recommend them if you’re looking for a similar experience I had. All I can say is if you want to do an internship, always consider doing it with a company overseas, it will really give your resume a boost.
Internship, plus so much more!
July 21, 2022by: Chloe Read - United KingdomMy internship experience in Thailand was the stuff of dreams. After my consultation with Meiji I was matched with a company that ticked all the boxes in terms of my interests, so when I eventually started working in Thailand it was really enjoyable! The best part about interning in Thailand is everything else that comes with it, I’m talking beach parties, jungle hiking, beautiful sunsets, really kind locals, and so much more. It’s definitely somewhere I see myself staying in the future, and my internship experience will definitely help make that a reality. I absolutely adore this country and am so thankful for Meiji’s help in setting up this internship.
Place to find yourself
July 20, 2022by: Robert Stone - CanadaFor me Thailand was a great place to truly find myself. Having to maintain yourself living independently in Asia is quite a challenge, and just through that you learn a lot about yourself. When combined with an engaging internship such as the one I did, I can say that every minute I spent in Thailand brought some form of value to me. After my time there I found my real passion and formed a clear vision of how I’d like to live my life for the coming future - this in my eyes is a priceless form of education! I cant recommend this enough.
I loved my internship in Korea
July 20, 2022by: Camille Thomas - FranceThank you Meiji Internships for such a good internship in Seoul. I really learn so much and it is perhaps the most fun of all my life! If you have never been to Seoul it will maybe shock you, because it is so big! Everybody is really nice and plus the fashion is so good. I ate many traditional Korean food which I think is just the best, you will really have a great time.
A city for professionals
July 19, 2022by: Amber Hart - United KingdomSingapore is such a good place for an internship, its full of smart young professionals, and some of the most talented expats I’ve met in my life. It’s really a place you can learn a lot and grow at your best potential. It’s also just an amazing city, there’s a lot of fun to be had and you can very easily get by with just English. I became close friends with my colleagues and we still keep in touch to this day - I’m looking forward to being welcomed back to Singapore by them next year! Thank you Meiji, honestly a painless experience throughout and I can confidently say I can put my full trust in you!
Osaka internship
July 19, 2022by: Cath Barnes - New ZealandThis was not my first time in Osaka but I fell in love with it again as if it was my first time. The city is so vibrant and the people are enviously happy, the food is out of this world, and wandering the streets is like wandering a movie set. I left here feeling a deep sense of jealousy to be real. My internship was with a small design company, and I was tasked with taking charge of some important projects. I had no problems throughout the application process, and my transition into Japan was seamless - safe to say I have no complaints!
Unique work experience
July 19, 2022by: Mitchell Flack - United KingdomI chose my internship in Tokyo as I wanted to gain work experience that was different in some form from everybody else, and I was given a truly unique experience that will absolutely set my CV apart from the rest. Work aside, I do believe that Tokyo is a city that can be enjoyed by anybody, and you have to visit at least once in your life. Meiji were a pleasure to deal with and I’d do it all again in a heartbeat.
Personal development
July 15, 2022by: Sarah Farmer - United StatesMoving to Japan alone for an internship is about as difficult as you could imagine, but for that reason it is a great opportunity to develop yourself on a personal level. You're forced to adapt in almost every way, and some form of challenge awaits you on every day that passes. I had a lot of fun with my host company and made some very valuable connections, with the solid network I built in Tokyo I hope that there are more opportunities down the line. If you’re looking for an experience that will set you apart from the rest, you’re looking in the right place!
Good times
July 15, 2022by: Jan Piszczek - PolandTokyo is a real cool city with some amazing people. I worked on graphic design for a small clothes business and it was really fun! it is really like a family in the end, we always laughed and joked everyday. Meiji did the work to a very high quality, they made everything perfect and there was not even a problem one time. If I did it again, next time I will try another city in Japan because I want to experience them all.
A welcomed change of scenery
July 15, 2022by: Julis Greenhouse - United KingdomLosing my wallet within a week of my arrival was definitely not the best way to start my internship, but the rest of my time there genuinely made up for it. Waking up in Seoul everyday was pretty surreal as I’d been waiting so long for it, and within my 6 months there it never got old. It definitely feels like a young city, and everywhere felt very on-trend. It’s the kind of city that can be very cheap if you know which places to go to (as a general rule of thumb, look where the students go) If you’re looking for an internship where you can laze around this is not it. I worked regular hours and worked on real projects, which is exactly what I was looking for. My team were incredibly supportive and made my time in Korea even more memorable. I wouldn’t say I’m conversational in Korean but I know a fair amount. I would highly recommend taking the time to learn some Korean if you can, it’s not a necessity but it definitely comes in handy and honestly makes the experience so much more enjoyable.
Exceeded my expectations
July 14, 2022by: Elias Frank - GermanyMy internship in Thailand gave me some great work experience that will help me with my future career. The place I worked was a mixture of native Thai and international expats, which was great for me as a non-Thai speaker. The work was hard and we were involved with a lot of projects, but after work we always had fun and enjoyed the Thai experience. It is a very affordable place so you can expect to do a lot without spending so much money. It is definitely a place that anybody can enjoy. Meiji gave me a suitable service that was recommended to me by a previous classmate, and I would also recommend this to others.
Good times with good people
July 13, 2022by: Christopher Ford - New ZealandSeriously, what an internship! Meiji put together an internship that I can honestly say I had no faults with. The accommodation for starters was fantastic, it was smack bang in the middle of the city and roughly 20 minutes from work. This meant that getting to and from work was easy, as well as getting home from those inevitable late-night drinking sessions.
Excellent School
July 13, 2022by: Giuseppe Monti - ItalyI studied at this excellent school for some weeks, and it was really great for my learning of Japanese. We learned all the basics and some very useful things to say in Japan life for example words at the supermarket. I also had a lot of fun in Fukuoka and ate many delicious foods, it is a really great city. It was a useful experience and I think that I would recommend this for anybody.
Really happy with my internship
July 12, 2022by: Luke Harvey - New ZealandI completed my PR & Marketing internship after 3 months in Fukuoka, Japan. It’s a great city with so much opportunity and entrepreneurial spirit, it really feels like it is the best place possible for a young individual like myself who is in the midst of starting a career. My host company was on the smaller side which was definitely my preference, because it meant I could work very closely with my colleagues, and also get to know them on a personal level. They quickly became my friends and they were keen to show me the culture of Fukuoka outside of work hours, I can’t thank them enough for this! Meiji are brilliant, the staff actually care and don’t just send you out on any old internship. They thoroughly considered what I wanted from my internship, and I have to say they made it happen. I would absolutely recommend Meiji Internships.
Rejuvenating!
July 12, 2022by: Jenny Anderson - GermanyIf this internship could be summed up with one word, it’d definitely be “rejuvenating”. My career was in a bit of a slump, and I have to admit it was hard to get things going again. With that in mind an internship seemed like a good option - it would bulk up my CV, as well as give me just the right dose of inspiration. Meiji were so easy to deal with, I was expecting the process of sourcing an internship abroad to be one big headache, but I’m grateful to say that is far from reality. Vietnam is an incredible nation full of some of the sweetest people you’ll meet in your life, they really know how to enjoy life there! I owe it all to my host company who not only took good care of me and always made sure I was okay, but also gave me exciting and meaningful tasks - so I wasn’t just making coffees!
One to tell the grandkids about…
July 11, 2022by: Sabrina Daniels - United StatesKorea is without a doubt the best country I’ve ever visited, if you ever visit you will soon understand why. Given the situation the world was forced into a few years back, I had to wait a while before I could go but really the wait made the experience so much better in the end. I had fun every minute of every day, and I’m having severe withdrawal symptoms… The internship was perfect for me. I got on very well with my company as well as Meiji’s team, so it felt as if I was in good hands from both sides. I would recommend Meiji Internships not just for their amazing service, but also their amazing people!
Made some good friends in Tokyo
July 11, 2022by: Jacques Pascal - FranceThe internship with Meiji internships in Toyko was good quality. I worked with a good company and was around good people at all times. I made some many friends and we enjoyed the city together! Meiji helped me a lot when looking for the internship and also when I was living in Japan. It was a really good time.
Highly recommend
July 11, 2022by: Sam Taylor - AustraliaExceptional service from Meiji on all counts, I was provided a proper internship with no funny business. Everything they explained to me was truthful and they remained trustworthy throughout. This was especially important to me since I was giving a reasonable chunk of money to an overseas company I’d never personally met. Meiji internships provided everything you could want and more - I’d definitely recommend.
Rewarding internship
July 08, 2022by: Wayne Bird - CanadaI had a great internship with Meiji Internships in Seoul. We had a consultation at the start of the year and from there they arranged the perfect internship for me. The company they partnered me with were working on some interesting projects that not only fit my field of work, but also sparked my personal interest. For this reason I had fun with my work, while also learning a lot of valuable things I can take forward into my professional career. Everything else was perfect, the accommodation, communication, guidance, etc. I would recommend Meiji Internships!
Fun professional development
July 07, 2022by: Jade Carey - CanadaI chose to do my internship in Fukuoka after doing some research into the different cities in Japan, and I decided on somewhere a bit lowkey that most people don’t get the chance to see. This was probably the best decision I could’ve made! I had so much fun in the city, no matter the time or the place there is always something to do in Fukuoka. The internship was engaging and I worked on some very challenging projects. I saw a different side of Japan within the business world, and was able to get a better idea on what it takes to maintain a career in Japan. I was also able to do a lot of networking throughout my time there, so I was able to form some very valuable connections. Overall I am very happy with my experience with Meiji, definitely consider Fukuoka!
Really interesting culture
July 07, 2022by: Philip Kuhn - GermanyMy internship in Vietnam was a good exposure to a new and very interesting culture. I did my internship with Meiji Internships who helped me arrange everything I needed, that includes the accommodation, the company, help with all the documents, SIM cards, and everything else. My colleagues at the company were really helpful for my time in Vietnam, they showed and taught me a lot about the culture of Vietnam. When I was not working I was basically enjoying a long and cheap holiday! It was a really great internship.
Internship in Tokyo… what more is there to say?
July 06, 2022by: Phoebe Stewart - New ZealandMy internship in Tokyo was fantastic in every way. First of all Meiji provided me with the best possible service, my host company and accommodation were great, and the application process was easy. Arriving in Tokyo felt like stepping into a dream, it’s an amazing city we all have to experience at least once in our lives. I worked with a small e-commerce business, who gave me a lot of exciting projects. The work was hard but I personally enjoyed it, and came away with something valuable to show off to future employers! Best possible experience with Meiji, couldn’t have hoped for more! I would recommend!
Work experience in the world’s best city
July 01, 2022by: Alice Green - United KingdomMy internship in Tokyo with Meiji Internships was an experience I am grateful I can carry forward into my professional life. Initially, I couldn't have been more anxious as a first-timer in Japan, but after settling down and meeting all my amazing colleagues it became home. Meiji helped me with all my queries and worries, and in the end provided a service with which I couldn’t ask for more. Also, the apartment they provided for me felt like it was top of the range, it was good enough to happily spend rainy days indoors all day! I would definitely suggest going with Meiji if you’re considering an internship abroad.
Wouldn’t think twice about doing it again!
July 01, 2022by: Bryce Fuller - United StatesFukuoka is the start-up capital of Japan, so that alone should give you good reason to do an internship here. There are so many young entrepreneurs here it feels like the type of place you can grow as a professional. My business development internship was with a local young entrepreneur who taught me a lot and allowed me to see a hands-on approach to running a start-up in Japan. In the process I made a lot of useful connections and I’m now considering a future running my own business in Fukuoka! This was definitely worth doing for me, it was everything I expected from an internship and more.
Marketing internship with Thai company
July 01, 2022by: Karel Novotny - Czech RepublicWorking in Thailand is really good for people who need unique work experience and also want to enjoy life at the same time. The internship was very useful to me and I got a lot of experience. Everybody was very friendly all the time and I had some really memorable experiences! Very highly recommend it!
Intern in paradise
July 01, 2022by: Martin Ford - New ZealandMeiji Internships set up my internship in Thailand with a local agricultural company, working to begin the process of exporting their goods overseas. As a native English speaker, the role was practically made for me, so I felt very valued in the work I did - the host company were very grateful to have me! I felt as though I had a real impact on the business and its progress. On my days off I was making the most of everything Thailand has to offer, in many ways it felt like a long holiday that I did not want to end. Looking back this was one of the best experiences of my life, I’ll for sure carry forward everything I learnt from this.
Superb
June 30, 2022by: Louise Vernier - FranceSeoul is the best city I have ever lived in. It is so fun every day and the people are amazing! Meiji found me the perfect internship that gave me so much work experience and showed me the best side of real Korean life. I make a lot of friends from Korea because of the internship. In the future, I will return to see my friends! It was really a good experience.
Good internship
June 30, 2022by: Finn Schneider - GermanyThe service from Meiji Internships was of a great standard and they offered me a very good internship. All the information was clearly detailed and made the decision process easy. I am glad I made my choice with Meiji and I would recommend their services, it is a great way to find work experience that will differentiate yourself from others.
Funniest way to gain university credits!
June 30, 2022by: Vanessa Lewis - United StatesDoing an internship was a necessary part of my university course, and I knew I wanted to do something different. I contacted Meiji to discuss their options, and we mutually decided that Vietnam would be a good location for me. My internship was with a popular Vietnamese hotel chain that took great care of me, and taught me all there is to know about the industry as well as the Vietnamese culture. I can say now that I’ve unexpectedly found a new love for Vietnam, and I’m considering career options there later down the line. Meiji offered the perfect service to me. They were always clear and timely with their communication and they were meticulous with everything. It was a really smooth process! Overall, I learnt a lot, had a lot of fun, and got my university credit...I’m happy!
Eye-opening internship experience
June 30, 2022by: Daniel Fieldhouse - United KingdomFor anybody seeking work experience in a place that isn’t your average run-of-the-mill destination, I would recommend Vietnam. The work environment is really easy-going, and I was able to work with some incredibly talented individuals who taught me a lot. Life outside of the office was great too, there's always something to do in Hanoi and you can almost guarantee it will be affordable. The Vietnamese are very hospitable and are always happy to see foreigners engaging with their culture - my advice to you would be make every effort to strike up a conversation, you never know who you’ll meet. Exceptional service from Meiji, highly recommended.
Loved every minute
June 28, 2022by: Elizabeth Stacey - AustraliaI would absolutely recommend Meiji Internships to anybody considering an internship in Japan, it’s hassle-free and you honestly save yourself a lot of time and headache. From the first email I sent to the minute I finished my internship, they were responsive and helpful in every way. They found me the perfect host company who really made my time there special. It’s a clear 10/10 for me, I’d 100% do it all again given the chance!
Awesome city full of awesome people
June 28, 2022by: Joseph Parker - AustraliaFukuoka is such a good city, its criminally underrated. It feels like one of those cities where everybody is on the same wave, it’s super easy living and everyone is so happy! I was working with some real die-hard Fukuokans who were eager to show me everything about their culture, which included a lot of good food. The whole experience was fantastic, my highlight would definitely be surfing in Itoshima! Meiji were great throughout, so can’t be faulted really.
Good time that I recommend
June 28, 2022by: Matilde Beneventi - ItalyIt was the first time in Korea but I will hope that it is not the only time in Korea! My internships was working on the small company who became my friends. It was a good introduction for the culture of Korea and i experienced many great things! I think that meiji was very good at finding the internship and also giving the accommodation, it was really super. I would recommend meiji.
Tokyo internship
June 27, 2022by: Abigail Holt - CanadaTokyo is a city you need to live in rather than visit to fully enjoy, its huge! I’d visited on vacation a few years back, but of course, even with 2 weeks I could barely scratch the surface. Actually living in Tokyo gave me the opportunity to see everything (even if I was still discovering something new everyday) and trust me there was a lot to see! The internship was very fulfilling in the end, I did some great work and met some wonderful people I hope to stay in contact with for a long time. Meiji put me up in a great apartment and basically set up everything I needed for easy living. 10/10 for me!
Good quality
June 27, 2022by: Alexander Sorensen - DenmarkMeiji’s internship service was very good. They found me a high quality internship with a good company, and they gave me an apartment that was well suited for a single traveller. I would recommend Meiji Internships.
Best country in the world, objectively
June 27, 2022by: Rihanna Brown - CanadaEverybody needs to visit Vietnam at least once in their life, it’s so beautiful and there’s really no place like it. My internship there was basically an excuse to have a long holiday whilst gaining some tangible work experience and I did exactly that. I saw some of the most amazing places I’ve seen in my life there, and equally met some of the most amazing people in my life too! Meiji’s business partner was the perfect match for me, and the accommodation honestly exceeded my expectations. Thank you for this amazing opportunity.
Unexpected chapter of life
June 27, 2022by: Jake Allen - United KingdomDecided to do an internship in Korea on a whim really. Was fed up with the monotonous life during covid so basically needed something new, and my interest in Korean culture inspired me to head over there. If I’m honest the living in Korea was more important than the actual internship itself initially, but in the end I really enjoyed working with the company I was partnered with and I learnt a decent amount. Meiji were class throughout the whole process too, they were always very easy to deal with.
I had a great time
June 24, 2022by: Giulia Manzo - ItalyThe internship in Tokyo was not just only good for the experience at works but also it was really a fun time. If you have never been it is feeling different every day in many different ways but it is a good thing. Maybe some people will feel home sick but actually I enjoy the places that are different so it was perfect. Thank you Meiji Internship.
Meiji internships Korea review
June 24, 2022by: Igor Walczak - PolandMy internship in Korea was very high quality. I spoke with Meiji who explain the process to begin the internship, and I can say that actually they did everything they told to me. I have to say thanks to them for making it a really great internship that helps me in the career while also giving a unique way to be living in Korea. I will recommend Meiji Internships to people that are want to do a internship in Asia, especially in Korea. And if you want to live in Korea I will recommend that too because it is a really fun place!
Great experience in Fukuoka
June 24, 2022by: Amelia White - United KingdomMeiji did everything promised and more! The communication with them was always clear and reliable, and they really cared for us and made our stay in Fukuoka one to remember. It’s easy to see they don't just choose any business to partner with, as my host company was probably the best I could’ve ever worked with. Fukuoka was a great stop on our 1-year itinerary, and the 3-month internship I did was fantastic. I’m not sure how the rest of Japan compares, but the food here is crazy good… hakata ramen might just be the best thing to come from this country. I’m sad it’s come to an end today, but this is not the last time I’ll set foot in Fukuoka.
Fukuoka internship
June 24, 2022by: Natasha Jones - United KingdomI came here with my best friend 3 months ago, as we both decided that we wanted to get some real work experience in Japan. We came with the working holiday visa and both chose Meiji to arrange an internship for us to cover the first 3 months of our stay. As our interests are in different industries, we weren’t working in the same company, but we spent every day after work together and from what I heard her internship was just as great as mine. The staff at my company were so sweet and they made my time in Fukuoka so special, I’m really going to miss them going forward but I’ll always be grateful for all they did for me. My internship finished today but I’ll be in Japan for another 9 months, I’ll definitely be back in Fukuoka some time soon!
Best people in the world
June 23, 2022by: Julien Leroy - FranceMy internship to Vietnam was made special by all the Vietnamese people who I think are the best people in the world! They were very kind and always made the smile on their faces, every day I was really feeling happy. I worked with the small company dealing with trading, so it was some good experience. They seemed to be very excited with a French person, some of them have never meet a French person before, sometimes I feel like a celebrity lol! Very good internship provided by Meiji I will always recommend!
Seoul’s got soul
June 23, 2022by: Brandon Simpson - United StatesSeoul - what a city! Having visited here on a compact trip around Asia many years ago, I’d always planned to come back. With this in mind I thought the best way to experience Seoul would be to get some work experience there, to get a ground-level experience of life in Seoul. Meiji made this dream a reality and set me up with the perfect internship. Everything was flawless, the apartment, the host company, the application process, really it couldn’t have been better. Couldn't recommend this program enough, and as an added tip if you’re in Seoul, you HAVE to go hiking in the neighbouring mountains… I’ll never forget those sunset views.
Fashion internship Tokyo
June 23, 2022by: Alina Lang - AustriaI came to Tokyo to gain some experience working in the fashion industry, for me it feels like the perfect place to do fashion. It is a very stylish city so I was inspired every day, just walking in Shibuya was really inspirational. I told Meiji what I wanted to do and they took care of everything else. They got me a suitable host company and gave me an apartment that was pretty close to it. Tokyo is easy to get around if you use the subway or a bicycle, so even if you’re a little far I would not worry about it. On my days off I really enjoyed Tokyo, people say it’s a really expensive city but I thought that if you try you can live cheaply. However some things you should definitely try even if it is a little expensive, especially when it is food!
Really good
June 22, 2022by: Marco Bassi - ItalyReally good time in Seoul that I will remember always. Plus the friends I found we are still talking today! What a great time of the life :) Recommended to everybody who thinks to do the internship in Asia.
Can't go wrong with Meiji!
June 22, 2022by: Kevin St-Jean - CanadaI believe that if you intend to do an internship, you should most definitely travel abroad for it. It’s an incredible opportunity to experience a completely new environment, and in most cases later in life, your chance to do so will be pretty small. My time in Singapore was great, It’s an extremely interesting country that blew my mind every day. It’s also a great place for young professionals, the company I worked with was a relatively new startup and it felt like many of the employees were in the same stage of life as me. Maybe it’s just me, but I prefer this as I tend to learn a lot more from people I can relate to. Meiji sourced me an apartment that was literally 20 minutes from the office, and also located in the centre so I didn't waste any time commuting. I will say however that Singapore is pretty expensive at times, so do your research and make sure to save some money beforehand.
I love travel!
June 22, 2022by: Jan Van Dijk - NetherlandsVisiting Vietnam was a reminder why I love to travel. It's an amazing culture! The people are probably the nicest I have ever met and everybody made the trip so special; plus the food was cheap and so delicious. My company worked in tech so it felt very modern, the workforce was young and everybody was professional, it was an inspiring place to work in honestly. I learnt a lot of new things that I believe will make my future career even greater. Thank you!
Saw a side of Japan they don’t show in the guidebooks
June 21, 2022by: Luke Grayson - CanadaIf you’re thinking of going to Japan, I highly advise you do something different! Tokyo and Osaka are great, but you can’t beat the rolling snowy hills of Hokkaido. I did my internship here after a recommendation from a friend, and I worked with a small firm operating in Sapporo. The work I did was definitely work haha, so I was surprisingly busy. As an intern this is a good thing though - I racked up plenty of experience. When I wasn’t working I was exploring the beautiful Hokkaido. As a Canadian the tonnes and tonnes of snow was no problem at all, but for those who aren't so familiar with these conditions I’d advise you come prepared. I would also advise you at least bring an international drivers license as a lot of the best places here are buried deep in the countryside, so in most cases you will need to drive. I really hope I can return to Sapporo soon, and meet all those amazingly kind people again! Much love, Luke
Internship with a great country
June 21, 2022by: Félix Garnier - FranceFor the first time I was in Singapore but i dont think its the last! My internship company made it the best trip I have ever been, and it is something I will never forget. Meiji is really the best internship company to choose because they made all this happen. They were always helping my questions and made sure that the internship was good! Thank you everybdoy and I wish you the best future.
Business development - Seoul
June 21, 2022by: Stan Archer - CanadaI wasn’t too sure what to expect going into this as both my first internship and my first experience in Asia. In the end it became an experience I’ll never forget, and it’s all thanks to Meiji. I first contacted them with a few speculative questions, but very quickly I grew obsessed with the idea of interning in Seoul, and a few months later I was actually doing it. The business development internship I did gave me some real key experience I felt my resume was missing, so in that respect I can say it was worth everything. All around, awesome experience and I cannot recommend Meiji enough.
Literally living it big in Japan
June 20, 2022by: Max Patterson - United StatesSo I finally ticked living in Japan off my bucket list - all I can say now is what an awesome experience! From the moment I touched down at the airport to the moment I left the tarmac upon my return, every living breathing moment I was fascinated by something/everything. Tokyo is really as exciting as they say. As a side note, I am abnormally tall (think 6’5”) so I very quickly had to get used to walking down the street and having everybody stare at me hahaha. I’m sure that was all with good intentions. To keep things brief, my internship was super engaging and I came out feeling like a new person, and my resume now looks pretty darn solid if you ask me. Thanks Meiji!
THE life…
June 20, 2022by: Isabella Brown - United KingdomInterning in Thailand is like… interning in Thailand. Seriously it's just as you’d imagine. I had so much fun in this crazy country it’s hard to believe I was working. I will admit the tropical climate had me on the ropes in the beginning but I came to love life here so much I genuinely struggled to come home. I’d recommend interning here but also would recommend against it, because in the end wherever you return to you’ll be hit with the inevitable post-Thailand depression. Meiji were fantastic throughout the whole process - they addressed all my concerns and queries, went the extra mile to ensure I was comfortable at all times, and in the end arranged a great host company and apartment for me. So really they couldn't have been better. I will most definitely be back in Thailand very soon.
The amazing experience
June 17, 2022by: Thomas Abadie - FranceI came to Korea for doing the internship in my industry I chose. Everyday the work was a challenge, but when I was doing it I was making so many friends and experiencing the culture to the most. I had a really good time! Meiji is a really good internship business!
Great start to the next year of my life
June 17, 2022by: Yaz Kelly - AustraliaThank god for the Working Holiday Visa ;D I arrived in Tokyo after what felt like an eternity and started my internship with a clothing manufacturer. My plan was to travel around Japan for the year, but dedicate the first month to gaining some work experience (I guess to kind of balance things out?) The internship was awesome, I met so many talented young professionals and made some very promising connections, just the people around me really inspired me everyday. Tokyo is as big and exciting as I imagined, you can't properly appreciate the scale of it until you’ve been here tbh. One thing I will say is that there are definitely 4 seasons here, so be prepared for some very cold winters (I learnt the hard way). Hands down, best time of my life. Really looking forward to what the rest of the year brings.
The joy of the East without the language barrier
June 16, 2022by: Mark Young - United StatesMy goal was to rack up some form of work experience in Asia, but with my terrible linguistic skills I wanted to go somewhere with relatively high English proficiency. Singapore fit that criteria as in the end I didn’t have one issue with language. I did a finance related internship which really proved to be valuable in my post-internship job search. A lot of finance firms these days are looking for applicants with international experience, especially in countries with economies of interest. Singapore itself has a lot of expats, so my workplace was very international and I was exposed to a lot of different cultures. This also makes it a great place to network, I even surprisingly ran into a few people from close to my hometown. The communication with Meiji was always good and timely, and they fulfilled all of the promises they made. Honestly couldn’t make any complaints!
Saw a new side of Thailand
June 15, 2022by: Brendan Doyle - AustraliaLike most lads my age I had previously been backpacking in Thailand, and fell in love with this paradise. My time there only left me curious to experience more, and see what the life beyond backpacking looks like. I chose to do an internship working with an auto export business, who Meiji linked me up with. I hadn’t known prior that this was actually one of Thailand’s main industries, so everyday the work came flooding in. It allowed me to see from an inside perspective how these firms operate, which was useful as I plan to run my own export business in the future. When I wasn’t working I was exploring Thailand, which as we know is a very cheap country. I saw many of Thailand’s amazing places and met many of their amazing people, but honestly my best memories are just renting a motorbike and cruising along the coastline. Meiji arranged for me to stay in a nice little apartment, it was super cosy and very quickly felt like home to me. It was honestly pretty hard to leave that life behind in the end. Definitely recommend Meiji Internships!
Seoul hospitality internship
June 14, 2022by: Ashton Nelson - United KingdomI studied tourism with the aim of working in overseas in the hotel industry, but as you can imagine it had been difficult to find real work experience overseas with the whole pandemic situation. This however did give me a lot of time to reflect on my next move, and within that time I set my sights on South Korea. Once the borders opened up I got in touch with Meiji who very quickly set up my internship with one of the top hotels in Seoul. I didn’t want to waste any further time so I selected the fast track option, so I imagine my case was sorted much quicker than usual. Once I arrived in Seoul life was much easier than expected - most things you need will have some English translations, otherwise people are generally very friendly and happy to help. The day-to-day work kept me busy and I found it very interesting. I worked at the hotel for 3 months and was able to see many different parts of the business function during this time. The hotel was relatively luxurious, so I was able to see high-level operations first-hand for the first time. Given that I didn’t know any Korean, the hotel was very fortunately an international hotel so I had no issues. This has been an eye-opening experience that is sure to benefit my future career. Thank you!
Osaka: work hard play hard
June 13, 2022by: Joey Dunn - AustraliaFor me interning in Osaka was not easy (for all the right reasons). The city is just TOO fun, balancing a working life with the nightlife really caught up to me xD Meiji helped me find an internship working with an international consulting firm based in the heart of Osaka, which worked out perfectly for me. My Japanese ability is non-existent but given the fact the business was international, I was surrounded by plenty of English speakers who often helped me out. Meiji also provided the private apartment I stayed in, luckily it was literally a stones-throw from the office (very handy for those slightly hungover mornings). If you’re considering an internship in Japan all I can say is enjoy it to the fullest, you never know if you’ll be able to experience a life like this again! 100% would recommend Meiji
A period of my life I’ll cherish forever
June 13, 2022by: Jess Li - United StatesAside from being an incredible holiday destination, I never knew Vietnam was a great place to start a career. I chose to do my internship here just because I had always been interested in the country, but little did I know it would change the course of my life. I was pretty open when it came to deciding which industry I wanted to work in so in the end I picked business development as it’s so varied. Meiji placed me with a local coffee producer, and as a caffeine-addict this was something I couldn’t refuse. The day-to-day work was really interesting because I was able to learn a lot about the coffee industry and the production process itself, as well as drink A LOT of coffee! The workplace had a good mixture of young and old people, so I was able to mingle with a lot of different vibes. Meiji’s accommodation was very ideal in my case, it was probably walking distance but I chose to cycle to work every day which took around 10 minutes. Looking back on this time feels really nostalgic as I was so new to the working world in Vietnam, it really inspired me, to the extent that I am now working full time in Vietnam and plan to stay here indefinitely. Thank you Meiji!
Long-awaited, but well worth the wait
June 10, 2022by: Alice Hopkins - United KingdomLike many other people I waited a long time to get to Japan due to the border restrictions. With that being said I have no regrets about the fact I waited, this was truly one of the greatest experiences of my life. I heard about Meiji after speaking to one of my university advisors, and their program sounded like it was made for me. We had a few skype calls discussing the details of everything then they found me the ideal company right in the heart of Tokyo. It was my first time there but my host company very quickly made it feel like home. Had some really good times these past few months, looking forward to returning some time in the near future. Thank you Meiji, I would definitely recommend to anybody considering.
Cyberpunk central
June 10, 2022by: Ben Ward - United KingdomInitially I was in the bunch of people that focus solely on Tokyo, but in the end choosing Osaka was game-changing for me. I quickly fell in love with the neon-lit streets, the affable residents, and the wild nightlife. Osaka is genuinely the perfect city in my eyes. Not to mention its considerably cheaper than Tokyo. Meiji found me an internship in graphic design, and I worked with a relatively small advertising company. The work was really engaging, as every day was pretty much a different task - plus the work they assigned to me was actual work they sent out to clients, so I felt like a valued member of the team. Living in cyberpunk Osaka gave me so much inspiration too, I felt like I was at my creative peak. Osaka is also incredibly well connected to other parts of Japan, so I was taking every opportunity I could to make short day trips and such to other cities. I’ve got a feeling this’ll be one of those trips I tell my kids about, cheers Meiji!
Perfect in every way
June 09, 2022by: Matthias Posch - AustriaThank you Meiji for the perfect internship experience. I wanted to do something that would give me the edge before starting my career so I chose an internship in South Korea. It was three months and I worked with a real estate company. The company was small and everybody was relatively young, so it felt like a very fresh experience for me. We all got along very well at work and also outside of work, so I owe a lot to them in making this a special experience. I had no problems while I was there but Meiji always checked on me, plus the application was very straight forward. The accommodation was suitable and it was easy to access from everywhere. Definitely I would do this again if I could.
Motivating Internship
June 08, 2022by: Adam Taylor - United KingdomAs somebody who is not particularly an outgoing person, deciding to do an internship abroad in Singapore was not easy. That being said, it’s one of the best decisions I’ve made in my life! I was nervous through the whole application process, but Meiji always kept me updated and reassured me throughout. They listened to what I wanted from the internship and addressed all my concerns, in the end the host company they sourced for me was the best possible match in my opinion. Singapore is an incredible place, it feels so incredibly advanced and well organised. It’s the perfect place to do an internship as there are so many interesting start ups and young entrepreneurs, just being there feels very motivating. In the end I gained some very insightful work experience that I believe will make my future job search much easier. Thank you Meiji! Highly recommend for anybody considering an internship in Asia.
Holiday or work?
June 08, 2022by: Jenna Sanders - United StatesThis was one of those times in life you look back at and it’s just a blur. I had so much fun that the time flew by and before I knew it I had to leave. My primary purpose in doing an internship here was to balance work with a holiday - so I basically wanted to play hard and work hard. Thailand is honestly the best place to do that. Meiji hooked me up with a super chill company to work with - they made it clear that the work I’d be doing was actually real work, which I was very happy about. So I was working hard during the days, but as soon as my working hours were up I was chilling on the beach in true Thai style. I met so many incredible people throughout my time there from both Thailand and around the world, I don’t know what it is but everybody seems so kind there you feel welcome wherever you’ve come from. I should also mention Meiji arranged my accommodation and I was very happy with it. This was one of my primary worries as I had heard a lot of stories about foreigners getting scammed by fraudulent Thai accommodation providers, so I was glad that Meiji took that stress off my shoulders. Really hope to be back to this paradise some time soon!
Really good time in this really good town
June 07, 2022by: Hugo Antoine - FranceFor the internship I was in Fukuoka for some months, and I think this was the best choice I ever made. I did not know what was Fukuoka before even coming here and I was thinking to go to Tokyo. But in the end I think that Fukuoka is better than Tokyo Osaka or Kyoto! I emailed to Meiji telling the things I want to do and other details about it, and they listened then gave me the perfect internship for me. I worked with a japanese company that was very kind to me and they gave me a lot experience. It was the first time for me to do a full time job so it was definitely useful for me to learn some things, plus in the Japanese way it will give me a good unique way to think in the future.
Had a blast in Seoul
June 07, 2022by: Matt Chavez - United StatesI’ll never forget the 3 months I spent in Seoul. This was the first internship I’d ever done and to be honest it set the bar pretty high. My goal was to get some solid work experience, but I also obviously wanted to enjoy one of my favourite cities. I contacted Meiji with this in mind and after some easy back and forth we were able to find an internship in Seoul that covers my industry of interest. At this stage they also set up the accommodation for me and they couldn’t have done a better job, in all honesty it was better than my place in the States. If you’re considering an internship in Seoul the best advice I can give to you is say yes to everything! Theres so much to experience here and you should take every opportunity to do so. My internship was 3 months and it felt like it went way to quickly… I guess that gives me an excuse to come back some time in the future.
Thank you for the dream
June 06, 2022by: Isabel Caba - SpainEver since I was little I want to go to Japan. Finally I got the chance and it is probably better than the dream! The internship was 1 month in Kyoto which is a beautiful and very magic city. I speak to Meiji and ask if I can do the internship here and they helped me to find the company with the accomodations. Every day was really fun even working days, and I every day did something new. The food was really delicious I cannot believe! I took many pictures and made many memories that I will take forever, it really was the best days of my life. I recommend Meiji to everyone and I also recommend Kyoto Japan to everyone :D
Well worth it
June 06, 2022by: Jake Foster - United KingdomThis was my first visit to Vietnam and I wouldn’t change a thing. I knew I wanted to do an Internship in Asia but I had no specific location in mind, so I did a bit of research and concluded that Vietnam would give me a unique perspective on the professional world. I imagine it’s not so popular as a destination for young professionals but I highly recommend it. Meiji were extremely professional in the whole process of arranging the internship. They set up interviews with companies I was interested in and guided me through the entire process. The accommodation they provided was comfortable and conveniently located, so was very suitable for a long stay. I will say, I’m definitely more on the taller side and some things in daily life were a little difficult. So if you’re tall just be warned about tiny doorways, tiny stools in restaurants, and bring all the clothing you’ll need as it’s hard to find tall clothing in Vietnam.
Heaven on earth
June 03, 2022by: Olivia Jackson - CanadaI loved my time in Tokyo for so many reasons. First of all it was the best possible place for me to progress as a working professional. I met so many inspiring and creative people, and was exposed to so much eye-opening work, I really feel like I’ve gained a whole new perspective. Work aside, it’s just such a fun city to live in! Everywhere is beautiful (and scarily clean), the people are so sweet, the food is from another planet, and it's so so so convenient. Spending time in Japan will make you jealous in many ways, you’ll never be able to enjoy your home country in the same way again. This is all thanks to Meiji really. To be honest it was hard for me to take the leap, and trusting an organisation on the other side of the world with all of this was not easy for me but I’m so glad I did in the end. I have no regrets at all and would do this again x10. Extremely happy with my experience, and can only recommend Meiji!
Hokkaido internship
June 03, 2022by: Élise Allemand - FranceThis was my first ever internship and I think it is the best I will ever do. Going to Hokkaido was a big change for me, you might expect that the weather is completely different. In fact, I have never seen so much snow in my life, it was so much! I did my 2 month internship at an amazing guesthouse and cafe in Sapporo. I already speak conversational Japanese so this was a good opportunity for me to use it every day, and I made so many friends in the process. First I was not so sure that Sapporo was the right place for me but after speaking with Meiji they assured me it would be great. Thank you very much for your help Meiji. You gave me one of the best experience in my life, my accommodation was so good, and I got to see a new city that is so different from my home.
So fun adventure!
June 02, 2022by: Alessia Gentile - ItalyI arrive in Korea for my internship after waiting for the long time, but I was finally feeling it was the best time of my life. I study fashion and I became interesting in the Korean fashion from a long time ago. I study fashion in Milan which is one of the most popular fashion places of the world, but I wanted to get some more experience to the other fashions of the world. So I bring my Milan experience to Seoul. I meet so many interesting designers and make some really good connections so now I hope one day I will be able to return and maybe get the full time job? Meiji really helped me so much with this even if I ask way so many questions they are always kind and make sure I get the best internship! My apartment was very perfect for me too, I did not have to travel a long time ever for work and it had a lot of shops near to. In total, it was the best time in my life.
Fantastic opportunity
May 31, 2022by: Victoria White - United KingdomI started my virtual internship after I found myself with a lot of downtime during the dreaded post-graduation job searching and from my experience it brought me many benefits. I’m in the industry of marketing with a focus on the channels of social media, when I told this to Meiji they said they had some suitable companies for me to work with and they were not wrong. I ended up working with an amazing company in Japan, taking control of their social media platforms, video and image editing, etc. I had read up about many horror stories regarding Japanese companies, like their really long work hours, or super depressing atmospheres. But this company was so far from that, everybody was really nice and supportive, it was a small relatively young company so it felt very dynamic and I was given lots of responsibility. Meiji assured me that they choose their partners carefully so I imagine most of their companies would feel like this. In the end I had such a good time, it often felt like fun rather than work. I gained some unique work experience and I’m now actually considering moving to work in Japan! I guess you could say it changed my career path.
A new life for a while
May 30, 2022by: Ella Riedel - GermanyMy internship in Vietnam was really good for me both professionally and as a person. I am a freelance web designer who wanted some experience that would make me different from everybody else. I did some research on how I could do this and I found Meiji Internships. It is rare that somebody in web design can have experience in both the West and the East, so it made sense to go to Vietnam for some work experience. I told this to Meiji and they quickly understood my needs. They found me a company who was looking for a web designer to particularly create materials in English, which was perfect. I quickly became friends with everyone who I worked with and they introduced to me a lot about Vietnam and the culture. Also Meiji arranged for me to have an apartment that was really suitable. I was alone and female so I was often thinking about safety, but I felt very safe in that apartment. Being back in Germany now, it is definitely the case that I am gaining more interest after having some different experience, so I think this internship was worth it.
Informative experience
May 27, 2022by: Julia Herzog - SwitzerlandA good friend of mine moved to Singapore for work last year and has been constantly telling me it is a great option for young professionals. This created interest but I wasn't quite ready to fully commit to life there, I wanted a kind of ‘trial’. With this in mind I started searching for an internship in Singapore on my own, but this eventually got me nowhere and I ended up wasting a lot of valuable time. At this point I found Meiji’s services and decided to give it a shot. To my joy they were able to find me an internship extremely quickly as I chose the fast track option, so no further time was wasted. In the future I plan to develop my own business dealing with Asian markets, so together we decided that the Business Development internship would suit my needs. The work I did was very engaging and informative, I worked closely with my colleagues and we did some very interesting projects. The experience I gained has been very helpful in allowing me to assess the market in Singapore. I recommend Meiji Internships for anybody who is in the same position as I was, and wants insight into an unknown market. Many thanks.
Best possible introduction to an impressive culture
May 27, 2022by: Scott Campbell - CanadaThere is nothing I can fault about my internship with Meiji in Vietnam. I did a case study on the Vietnamese business environment during college and was surprised to learn that it has one of the largest growing GDPs in the world. I became curious about the world of business in Vietnam, so I decided I’d like to do an internship there to experience it firsthand. My first thought was that this would be difficult to arrange, but Meiji made it almost too simple. We had some conversations and they understood my ambitions, in many ways it felt very relatable to be dealing with an internationally-minded group of people. They managed to connect me with a Vietnamese company in no time, I had direct contact with the company before I departed for Vietnam which assured me this was the right thing for me. Now I’ve finished I can confidently say Vietnam is a very impressive country, from the people to the culture to the business environment. I absolutely envision my future career in Vietnam, and hope to inspire more foreigners to consider the same.
Confused why nobody told me about this sooner
May 26, 2022by: Francesca Green - CanadaI couldn’t even tell you how long I have wanted to live in Korea, basically since longer than I can remember. Once I had finally graduated I thought my time had come, but I always had this fear in the back of my mind that moving there without doing anything useful would have a bad impact on my career prospects. Then a good friend brought my attention to internships abroad. I did my research and came across Meiji, who had pretty solid reviews. I threw a few questions at them to see what they could offer, and it was literally an offer I couldn't refuse - I get to live in my dream city AND gain work experience? Yup count me in. It was my first time in Korea but for sure not my last. Thanks to Meiji I was in good hands with my company, who made sure I got the full ‘korea experience’ in every way. I did everything that needs to be done, including eating way too much than is humanly possible. It was just the time of my life. Without sounding corny, I really feel like Korea is the place for me :( Until next time x
A paradise well within my budget
May 25, 2022by: Angelica Wong - CanadaI highly recommend an internship in Vietnam with Meiji, you won’t regret it! Visiting Vietnam is one thing but actually living there is a whole different vibe. I spent a month there and it honestly changed my perspective on life. The people there are so humble and happy, even those that have very little. Everyday someone or something put a smile on my face, I legit cried on the plane home lol. It is so cheap too, I’ve never felt so rich in my life. I literally took every opportunity to travel, to eat out, to do everything, and I feel like it had no impact on my bank account. This was a big plus as a fresh graduate. Meiji did the best job setting the internship up for me. I told them I wanted to work with a fashion-focused company and they found exactly that. I wasn’t so sure that was possible in Vietnam but they definitely delivered. They always put my safety first too, I had a great secure apartment in a safe area, I always had someone checking up on me, I could contact them at any time, it was perfect for me as a solo female. Y’all did a great job! Thanks so much for changing my life hahaha.
Didn't know what to expect, wasn't disappointed.
May 25, 2022by: Matt Gauthier - CanadaThe last time I visited Thailand I was spending my days by the beach in a hammock, so it’s safe to say I had a pretty good time. I had such a good time that I became curious about how the working world is in Thailand, so I decided I wanted to do an internship there. I come from a business background and I was stoked to see Meiji offered internships in my field there. I jumped at the chance while I could, and I never looked back. I sent Meiji all they needed from me and they matched me with an ideal company. The work days were not too intense so best believe I was having a good time after work, there were a lot of friends made, and a little too many drinks consumed. In reality its hard to tell if this was work or a holiday, but I came away from the experience with something different to put on my CV and memories to remember for a lifetime.
The best kind of culture shock
May 24, 2022by: Ilse Meijer - NetherlandsWhat can I say? This was the best trip of my life! Singapore was everything that I had dreamed it was but also at the same time I really didn't know what to expect. I hope that makes sense? I have fell in love with this country, so much that I’m now thinking about moving there for a long time. I first emailed Meiji with some questions and they answered me really quickly, then before I knew it I was heading to Singapore. I chose to do a tourism internship because that is my passion. Meiji listened and found me a great hotel to work with, where I was able to use my skills to the most. I made so many friends there, and we had so much fun in this beautiful city/country/island. It was really a culture shock for me because it was SO good, I’ve never been to a place so amazing. Also English was spoken everywhere so I had no problem with every day living, so it made it much easier. The apartment Meiji got for me was super cosy, and in a really good location. Wherever I wanted to go I could get there and back so easily, so I always felt safe. Singapore is small and public transport is good so it’s probably the same everywhere though. Finally I made some great memories, some friends for life, and I got some really good work experience. Thank you Meiji for introducing me to this wonderful place!
Internship felt like a holiday
May 23, 2022by: Hanne Kristensen - DenmarkTo get some real experience after graduating from my business bachelors I chose to do an internship abroad. I wanted to go to Asia because the business environment is so different from Europe and it would be a good chance to get some unique experience to improve my resume. Vietnam was the perfect destination. Almost every day the weather in Hanoi was perfect and it really felt like I was on a long holiday. However I don't mean i wasn't working hard, as I definitely worked alot in my internship. But there was still definitely alot of time to enjoy Vietnam, I regularly took trips with friends, ate a lot of delicious food, and enjoyed the nightlife. The best thing is that everything is very cheap here so I could do all of that on a budget. The application process with Meiji was easy, I emailed them and they always got back to me quickly. We had an interview to discuss what I want, and they found me the perfect company to intern with. I did the internship development internship and it included a lot of different things in the business, I was glad that i was trusted to get involved. They made me a really nice apartment and whenever i had a problem i could just email them easily. Definitely I will come back to this super country. Thank you meiji!
What an introduction to Japan!
May 22, 2022by: Chloe Daly - IrelandI finally arrived in Japan after a long (too long) wait of 2.5 years. I came on a Working Holiday Visa with hopes to travel the country and experience everything Japan has to offer. With that said, some real work experience in Japan was equally as important to me so I set my mind on a 1 month internship here. I began searching for Japanese internship providers and at that point I came across Meiji! After some in depth consultation, I was matched to a local business in Fukuoka who was looking to improve their business presence to foreigners in preparation for the borders opening up. I personally found this project really exciting, and I felt I could offer a lot with the perspective of a foreigner. Initially I had no idea where Fukuoka was and really had no desire to visit - but I’ll tell you now that would’ve been a huge mistake. Fukuoka was my first stop and it was honestly hard to leave, I easily could’ve spent my whole year there. The incredible staff at the business treated me like family, and introduced me to everything the city has on offer. I had a pretty good work life balance too, I was engaged in meaningful tasks at all times, but once the work day was up I was free to enjoy Japan! Probably like most people, I had read about all the terrors of the Japanese working culture, but I didn't experience that in the slightest. Having Meiji there to support me at all times was also very reassuring, plus their actual office is located in Fukuoka so I could easily drop in if I had any issues. This was the best possible way to start off my year in Japan and I’m so glad I’ve discovered the secret of Fukuoka. It’s a goodbye for now as I continue my travels around the country, but believe me I’ll be back! Sayonara xx
The stuff of dreams
May 18, 2022by: Abigail Blackman - United KingdomCant even begin to explain how good my time in Korea was, literally felt like a really long dream. I waited for these 3 months for way too long, and when the time came it didn't disappoint. Seoul is probably the most beautiful city I’ve ever been to, all I can say is my insta is now popping. I’m having serious withdrawal symptoms since returning to London, and I’m craving REAL korean food 24/7 :( Meiji were a great company to work with too, they looked after me throughout my whole stay and made every effort to ensure the company I worked with was right for me. They clearly did a great job because I learnt and experienced so so much. If you’re looking for a hassle-free internship in a city you’ll fall in love with, look no further than Meiji :P
Lekkerrr!!
May 17, 2022by: Lotte Visser - NetherlandsDoing an internship online was definitely something I have never done before so I was a little nervous, and also worried that it wouldn't be worth my time and money. I was wrong! I had so much fun working with the company in Singapore, they taught me a lot and I felt like a real team member at all times. Meiji Internships did the best job helping me find the internship. I sent them soooo many emails and they were always so patient and helpful, I wish I could meet them in person some time!! I also really appreciate that they made a call with me before so they could understand exactly what I wanted from the internship and they chose based on that conversation. Really really recommend Meiji!!
Awesome first-time internship!
May 17, 2022by: Samantha Freeman - CanadaThe pandemic brought possibly the hardest 2 years of my life. I had been planning to move to start working abroad in Korea but couldn’t for obvious reasons, and with everything closed and the time ticking I was really freaking out over the future of my career. That’s when I started looking into the online internships provided by Meiji. From start to finish they helped me with every step, and in the end I couldn't have been happier with the company they partnered me with. The work I did was actually valuable, being a random intern behind a laptop from the other side of the world had me worried I was just going to be given trivial tasks, but they entrusted me with so much responsibility and I’m so grateful for that. Going forward I feel like I’ve gained some great experience for my future career, and I’ve definitely put my worries aside. Thank you Meiji!
Online internship
May 15, 2022by: Tom my - GermanyMy passion for video games and programming let me study it for my full-time degree in Munich. I wanted to go to Thailand as I loved the start-up scene and vibe there I experienced pre covid at my fantastic summer trip. But the pandemic made a big cross through my plans. Meiji found me a perfect solution with an IT and Web-development company in Bangkok. I did 5-months internship and learned a lot I can use for my future career, especially, C++, Java, Java Script and some basic 3D animation.
South Korea internship
May 15, 2022by: Bella Gatt - MaltaMy internship in South Korea with Meiji was little bit mixed. The internship in a business research and marketing company was a lot of fun and I learned so much in the short time I have been there. Meiji Internships also assisted me throughout the whole process and really helped me with all necessary information. BUT Covid-19 really made my trip sometimes very difficult. The initial quarantine period was long, exhausting and the restrictions within restaurants and other public places made sometimes feel really lonely and angry. I did hope the situation would get better but when I went there last December it was at Korea's peak level in terms of health & safety precautions. Now the situation seems much better and quarantine is not any longer mandatory but it is really about timing. I am still very thankful for this opportunity Meiji gave me and hope to visit other parts of Asia as well when the pandemic finally cools off.
Das Abenteur geht weiter Digga!
May 14, 2022by: Ke vin - GermanyMoin Leute! Fukuoka ist einfach nur genial! Das Land, die Leute, das Essen und natürlich das ganze Meiji Team! Hab gerade mein sechwöchiges Marketing Praktikum beendet und starte erst richtig durch. Das Working Holiday Visum hat mir ermöglicht hier früher als erwartet nach Japan zu kommen. Die Unterkunft im Sharehouse hier in Fukuoka ist super gut und die ganzen Leute sind alle super nett und gechillt. Ich hab sogar ein Angebot für ein Part-time job bekommen hier in Fukuoka. Falls Ihr auch plannt nach Japan zu kommen dann AUF JEDEN FALL FUKUOKA! Beste City in Japan. Alles ist einfach nur genial. Strand, Sonne, Parties und supper nette Menschen. Ich bin hier noch für das ganze Jahr also meldet euch gern bei mir:) Bis später und kommt auch ins Land der aufgehenden Sonne. Einfach nur geil!
Kimchi, K-pop & flash neon light heaven
May 14, 2022by: Louise Peeters - BelgiumThree months in Seoul were a total blast! I absolutely love this city and the people. This was the second time in Asia but first time in South Korea. I do have to admit that I am a huge K-Pop fan and BTS Army, but that's a different story. kkk The cultural experience and immersion I had through the events Meiji introduced me to were amazing. They even held a meet-up with fellow interns who were in Seoul at that time. Due to Corona and also the fact that these type of gatherings seem less frequent in these pandemic times, they still managed to take ten fellow interns out for Korean BBQ, some night market strolling and an unforgettable Karaoke night! What can I say about the internship?-My team was simply amazing and super nice. Just Korean people don't know when to stop working! Luckily as an intern I did not have to follow the standard protocol. kkk Khamsamnida Meiji and I am praying that Korea won't leave me for too long...I'll be back my beloved Seoul!
FUK is the place to be!!
May 14, 2022by: Malte Elbert - GermanyI came on the WHV (Working Holiday Visa) here for a two months internship in an Import & Export company who do sales of Japanese goods and used car vehicles to the European and American market. My mother tongue is German and my English is also not bad so I was able ton help with a lot of operations, product shipments and researching. Almost done with my work experience but still so much more to learn. I made great contacts thanks to Meiji's good network of companies and local connections that they have here. The Share House is also really cool and the people are very nice. We are going out for some sightseeing and sometimes grab food together. I really recommend everybody to do the share house you will not disappoint you. Thanks again to my wonderful internship placement and really kind boss who gave me chance to learn very much.
So good I don’t even want to talk about it
May 13, 2022by: Sarah Cameron - CanadaEver been to a place so amazing you don’t want people to know about it? That’s Fukuoka for me! Before doing this internship I had no idea the place even existed. To be honest I had my eyes set on Tokyo and I was a little worried Fukuoka wouldn't match the hype, but boy was I in for a shock. The place is just… amazing. The people are great, the food is amazing, the city has everything you need, like to the extent I was seriously considering leaving Canada behind forever. I know I sound like one of those corny travel bloggers, but Fukuoka is a real hidden gem. Shout out to Meiji for introducing this place to me because I definitely would’ve never came here otherwise. In addition to being a place of dreams, the internship I did was pretty good too. I will admit sometimes it felt like I had a little too much work, but I guess that’s down to my laziness because an internship should be about work. I definitely still had a lot of time to explore Japan though so I really shouldn't complain. The accommodation was perfect too, something about it felt so wholesome, it was so “natsukashii”. If you’re considering Fukuoka for an internship, all I can say is do it, and just be aware I’m jealous of you because I’d love to do it all again.
Internship of a lifetime
May 13, 2022by: Sasha Lawrence - United StatesThese past 3 months in Korea have been a dream. I’ll be real the whole waiting through covid thing wasn’t easy, but actually landing in Korea was a literal dream come true. My interest in Korea kinda grew exponentially over the past few years after watching about every Korean drama I could set my eyes on (I know… basic) but I quickly felt like it was the place for me. My internship there confirmed this. I come from a fashion/design background and my host company basically couldn’t have been any more perfect, working alongside young Korean fashion designers was such good experience for me and my future. I learnt so much and took so much inspiration, that in itself I think is super valuable. Work aside, I probably don’t have to say how amazing Seoul is. I think I had a bit too much fun and a bit too much food (at least if I’m listening to my waistline). Also now I think back to it I’m super grateful Meiji arranged the accommodation for me, I just don't have the patience for that especially in a language I don’t speak. So basically if you haven't got it by now, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS. I literally can't thank Meiji enough lol I feel like it’s going to be real hard to match this experience.
Best internship
May 13, 2022by: Arek Wójcik - PolandI am marketing student from Poland, and find the internships on google. It was first time to do the online, so first not knowing how to expect. I work with the japanese company in my home so it was good for time. Finaly i am very happy with meiji who make me the best internship ever. I hope that you will chose meiji in the future. Thank you very much :)
Proper internship from the other side of the planet
May 13, 2022by: Alex Hurry - United KingdomWould genuinely recommend Meiji to anybody thinking of getting some international work experience from the comfort of your own home. I was in a bit of a panic when I didn't secure a summer internship whilst at university, then I came across Meiji. I’d always wanted to work with an international company, but obviously as a student didnt have the time nor money to do so. That’s when I grew interested in Meiji’s virtual internship. The work I did was pretty full on, whether or not that’s a good thing will depend on the person, but for me that was excellent as I love staying busy. That being said I worked from home and still had my free time, so I had a decent work life balance. So altogether a really good experience that was very convenient for me. Again, cant recommend Meiji enough. Cheers!
Reviews speak for themselves
May 13, 2022by: Amelia Roberts - AustraliaIf you're anything like me you’re looking for an internship in Japan and you're tirelessly looking through all the reviews of each and every internship provider trying to find the best one. If you’re reading this I’d advise you to stop now because you’ve found it!! This was my first, and already probably the best internship of my life. It has been a lifelong dream to live in Japan and I fiiiiiinally made it happen. Seriously, no regrets. The people in Japan are just as nice as they’re said to be, and I felt welcomed everywhere I went even as the classic loud obnoxious Aussie I am. I only wish I knew more of the language, so I could really interact with them! Meiji were superb from start to finish. The application was quick, they showed genuine care for my interests, and they found me the best possible company to work with. Nothing but happy!
Short fun internship in Tokyo
May 11, 2022by: Sarah Völcker - GermanyI did a 1 month internship together with my best friend here in Tokyo. All the staff were super friendly and I learned so much how a Japanese business looks and works from the inside here in Japan. Thank you all for this great experience!
Best destiny for my first Asian adventure
May 11, 2022by: Dennis Schmit - LuxembourgI just came back last week from my Asian adventure in a lifetime! - spicy, marvelous, stunning Korea! Everything was great from my private apartment to the events they held and of course my internship. I did the business package and were not disappointed with the central accommodation they organized for me. It was so convenient for going out for drinks, parties and enjoy Seoul's buzzing nightlife. The internship itself was good and all my colleagues were nice, but I don't think I'll come back for work in Korea again. Koreans work 24/7 much different than back in Luxembourg. Be prepared for some proper work load haha Other than I can say I am very thankful for all the things I've learned and really looking forward to meet all the friends I made there over my two months.
Tokio cyberpunk megalopolis
May 11, 2022by: Carla Müller - GermanyJust done with my short but very exciting internship in Tokio. My one month internship at a Japanese guesthouse was so lovely. Very calm relaxed and beautiful environment right in the middle of Tokio's most traditional district Asakusa. I came here on the Working Holiday Visa, meaning I won't get back home soon. lol And the best thing is my internship provider just offered me a paid part time job, because he was really happy with my internship performance. Fingers crossed I might get a full time job at the end of my WHV too!
Fun interning
May 10, 2022by: Pascal Touissant - FranceI do the 3 months internship in seoul for business development. I have very a lot of fun and find new friends in the share house. even sometimes we are busy at work, my colleague always take me to nice bar or something, it was good. meiji also very helpful and kind! They make me the good share house and find for me the best company to work at. I am happy to do this internship and really think you should do it too. thank you :)
I love Singapore
May 10, 2022by: Zoe West - CanadaI did my internship through Meiji in Singapore after looking through reviews for a few different providers, and I’m glad I made the right choice. They found me the perfect company, gave me a centrally located furnished apartment, and gave me all the support I needed. This really takes away the stress of moving to another country. Luckily I spent 4 years of my childhood in Singapore due to my fathers work, so I was kinda already familiar with the culture and wonders of the country. But even if you’re not so familiar, it’s a really liveable city. Pretty much everybody speaks English, so daily life shouldn't have any difficulties. There are a lot of Western expats here too, but don't make the mistake I did and spend too much time with them! In the end I wish I spent more time with real Singaporeans, they were all so kind and happy. I absolutely recommend doing an internship here with Meiji, you’ll have a lot of fun whilst also learning a lot.
Too much fun!
May 10, 2022by: Ollie Evans - AustraliaAfter searching for a way to experience a life in Korea I finally came across Meiji, who offered me a super fun internship in my field of interest for a month. My specialism is design and I wanted to diversify my portfolio with some work in Asia, so I thought this would be a great chance to do that while living in cool place. The employees at my company were really kind, and gave me a lot of opportunity to work on projects where I could fully use my own creativity and initiative. Exploring the city was always fun, there’s so much to see in Seoul. My favourite and most surprising moment was finding an Aussie bar, felt just like home. Meiji did a great job at making sure everything was easy, they always kept in contact with me to make sure I was doing okay. They also made the process of moving super simple even during the current situation, I was actually surprised. Especially coming out of a long lockdown in Australia, it was honestly much needed. All in all, lived in the perfect city, ate some great food, made some really good mates that I hope to stay in contact with. Cant complain!
Mixed feelings but unforgettable time
May 04, 2022by: Tina Wang - BelgiumMy first internship abroad and also did it at my father's home country was an experience I will never forget. I interned at an import & export company in Khaosiung. The tasks were new to me and sometimes difficult to understand but I tried my best and received good feedback after my 2-months internship. Meiji was really helpful and assisting. I was concerned if I could eventually go because the country is literally closed down to all foreigners and visitors. But my father is Taiwanese and thus there was no problem with the visa situation to enter. I do have to mention Taiwan felt so different during this pandemic. No foreigners, less vibrant night markets and something was missing... The accommodation they placed me was amazing, clean and in a green neighborhood. The social life was good but somehow the fellow foreigners were missing. I do hope the pandemic will come soon to an end and Taiwan will be open again to ALL PEOPLE!
Seoul, a trip to remember
May 02, 2022by: Nathan Cairns - CanadaSeoul was just as amazing as I thought it’d be, and I feel so lucky to have experienced such a unique 3 months there. I had actually got in touch with Meiji before the pandemic, and for obvious reasons my internship was put on hold. However throughout this process Meiji was always available to contact, and they kept me updated on the Covid developments. When the time finally came and I was able to go, it felt like a dream come true. The city is incredible, walking the dense neon-lit streets at night felt like walking through a set of Blade Runner. If you’re into street photography, Seoul is definitely the place to be. They say South Korea has some of the best food in the world, and I can vouch for that. I’ve been trying to find Korean food that good in Canada but it’s been a struggle. The apartment Meiji arranged for me was centrally-located, so I had everything I needed within walking distance (including my host company’s office which I could reach with a 15 minute walk). Though it’s down to personal preference, if i could do it again I’d go for the private accommodation, as I’m somebody who enjoys my alone time. The people at the host company I interned at were great too, I picked up some very valuable work experience there and managed to make some important connections. Altogether, I made some incredible memories in Seoul, made some amazing new friends from around the world, and had Meiji’s support along the whole way.
Lovely jubbly fun in spicy Seoul!
April 30, 2022by: Thomas Davies - United KingdomLast year I went for two months for a business development internship in Seoul with Meiji Internships. Due to Covid I thought travel might not be possible to Asia, yet after discussing and considering the different options Meiji has outlined to me, I was glad to be informed that my favorite destination South Korea offered me this option. I have been to Korea a few years ago and I had so much fun. This time I wanted to return to polish up my international work experience with an internship in the business/human relationship sector. From my understanding Korea is (still) a very closed and traditional society which makes it difficult for us Westerners to get in touch with the local job market. My Korean begins and ends with Korean greetings and praising their yummy yet sometimes fiery delights in Korean. Therefore, I saw even more the need to get in touch with a proper internship provider. Meiji seemed to be the right option for me due to their good local market knowledge and great connections with well established Korean companies and local business network that I found out they were involved. As my initial interview process was a bit long and I happened to make use of the all three interviews with different companies, I did get a good overview of their options in terms of corporate placements. Finally I went with an HR company which also analyse business data from their clients. Due to the language barrier I did a lot of international company research, attended and liaised meetings with senior staff and clients and also engaged in a lot of business networking events. I am very proud to say that they considered me for a job offer at their new London office and I am very eager to explore these opportunities soon. Thanks again for all your help Meiji!
Virtual is the new normal?!
April 30, 2022by: Boris Klein - GermanyVirtual / Remote internship or whatever you want to call it. I have to say-I was and am still kind of sceptical about not seeing my company or any staff members I am working with. However Corona did not give me any other option than considering this chance. and when I mean chance than I really do regret that I was not considering this earlier! My fellow uni friends went with other internship agencies and honestly in most cases I really heard bad stories from ignoring emails and not engaging with the intern at all. My first thought was to properly reach out to all the major agencies and I do have to admit Meiji gave me the best impression and their prices seemed also very justifiable compared with some expensive alternatives out there. So here I am, 23 year old German IT student who wants that international taste and also get in touch with an international work crowd. My first plan was to go to Japan last year but border never seem to open. I had a very friendly chat with the Meiji team and after a few emails and a proper Zoom call I made up my mind to go with the virtual internship option they offer! Little did I know how much fun I would have in my comfort zone and only leaving my room for the kitchen and some fun workout at the gym. I was placed in a gaming company in Tokio whose name I cannot disclose but I had a hell lot of fun with them and we even did after work sometimes “online Nomikais” (Japanese online drink parties through Zoom). That was a weird but fun experience. And the best part of all is that they offered me a paid internship for this Winter break or any future dates when the borders open again! So this turned out for me really well and I do hope to meet the fun Meiji staff sometime in Japan as well when I get there!haha Meiji arigatoo gosaimas! Stay true to yourselves!!! Your Boris!
Kimchi, Korean BBQ and unforgettable three months
April 30, 2022by: Petra De Jong - NetherlandsWhere shall I start by trying to describe the best three months of my life?? Meiji Internships did really a great job assisting me throughout the journey. The initial pre-departure support was already great and their quick email response was really reassuring that all my worries and questions were properly addressed. They literally replied to all my email within a day or two (except of the weekends they don’t seem to work). While they placed me in an amazing Marketing company and I did have the opportunity to learn sooo much! I must say Korean LOVE TO WORK! My work hours were around 7~8 hours a day, five times a week, but I did hear from other Meiji Interns that at their internship placement sometimes overtime or weekend work could also happen. Happy my boss so lovely and helpful with all my needs! As it was the first time for me in Asia I did face a lot of challenges with the language, but the support by the local Meiji staff was great. The sightseeing trips with my business package were limited to nearby places around Seoul (Bibong Peak, Seul Tower, Myeongdong Night Market and a trip to Incheon Chinatown) I have to say that the Korean language crash course did help a lot but I needed more. So once that was finished I made the most of my time and went to a few business networking events that they suggested me and also made friends with local university students. Last but not least Seoul is a neversleeping city and when I mean never then please imagine 24hours services at its highest quality! Meiji khamsamnida! I’ll be back for another internship in Seoul next year again!!
Helpful guidance and minimal annoyance
April 06, 2022by: Steffi Bacher - AustriaI don't know anything about any other internship companies, but you may be looking for one that works and that will help you get to South Korea as soon as possible. If that is the case, then yes I can recommend Meiji Internhsips. Your money is going towards a company that will make everything easy and will listen to your concerns. Once you have been accepted in a company and you are in Korea, you will only hear from them when strictly necessary, which is exactly what you want to enjoy your time there. Of course you can always reach out to them if you need any type of assistance, they are very quick to reply and aid you. I'm in the PR and Marketing sector and the companies I was matched to are quality, my internship was a success and obviously the highlight of the whole program is what you make of your visit to the country, but that has less to do with Meiji. All in all I think it's worth it.
Culture shock is temporary
April 06, 2022by: Ivan Schultz - CanadaTaiwan is more than just a safe place to travel, it is a paradise. I was just looking for a place in Asia to intern at and after seeing the options Meiji had (and plenty of research on the internet) I went with Taiwan. Guys you really don't need to speak the language or be crazy about a particular culture, once you're here you will fall in love automatically. I can't speak for other asian countries as this is my first experience in the continent, but there are just so many things to do and once the culture shock is gone and you stop thinking about missing home the experience is like no other, I swear. The internship itself is cool and exciting enough, the process was simple and the guys at Meiji Internships are just an email away if I ever happen to need some, Iv'e needed their assistance a couple times (paperwork, wifi issues) and they were there to rescue me. I'd be a little lost if I just came without them... oh and you can get your uni credits so if that's whay you need go ahead and call these guys for sure!
Good experience with many pros
April 04, 2022by: Lauren Garrison - United StatesThere are many pros and maybe some cons to a virtual internship, but let me tell you virtual internships are real internships and therefore lots of work. Don't expect your host company to go easy on you just because you are working remotely. That said, it's very cool to have tons of flexibility and to get to know people from other parts of the world! Some of them I still talk to. I did a lot of writing during my internship and I actually think online worked better for my type of internship, it was really easy to get feedback and make corrections to my texts, and my company was for sure used to having interns both on-site and online, as they were ready to train me and seemed experienced in this regard. I got my credits for uni no problem ;)
Cant go wrong
April 04, 2022by: Victoria Kaila - United StatesMeiji was more than great, they are a good company with empathetic people that really want you to go on a great adventure. Also, they work fast and got me two different interviews in basically no time. I was happy to talk to them and felt comfortable telling them everything I wanted and expected from their program, as they seemed open to listen and in the end they delivered. I went with a smaller IT company in Seoul because we got along pretty well during the interview process and I quite liked the quality of the work they were doing. I have no regrets, it was hard work but that's what I needed for my CV and after some weeks I felt more like a part of the team than an intern.
TH is underrated
April 03, 2022by: Glória Bjørg - ThailandI had planned a trip with some friends to Thailand in 2020. I guess there's no need to explain but that just didn't work out. I was fortunately able to change some of the reservations I had made to this year and that was just a life-saver as otherwise I would've ended up losing my money. So I killed two birds with one stone by choosing Thailand for my uni internship. I was initially interested in an online internship, but the folks at Meiji talked me through the different options and when they mentioned Thailand was open for me, I had nothing to think about. The actual internship was pretty good, I learned a ton of things and it didn't consume my whole day. Transactions were also very smooth and I have no complaints when it comes to the company
First time in Japan
April 03, 2022by: Janno F. - PhilippinesI had planned my visit to Japan for a long time and life really made me wait more years than I would have wanted to to get to try real kaiten sushi. Originally I didn't plan to do an internship during my time there but I kinda needed to now that I'm about to finish my undergraduate studies. So I found Meiji Internships and since they specialize in Asia there was no point in going for any other of the options. Not to mention I am always on a budget and their services were one of the few that didn't look like they were too overpriced. In the end I can't complain at all, the attention was always good, they got me two different interviews with legit companies and one of them adopted me and taught me all the things I needed to know. I worked with them in mostly marketing related stuff for 5 months and it was frictionless. Overall a good program that allowed me to have some spare time, although I wish I asked for one with 1 or 2 less hours per day because sometimes I would be rather exhausted but that's just life I guess so that last part is on me for sure.
Blissful experience
April 03, 2022by: Anna Ramiro - United StatesFor those of you still wondering if now's the time to travel to Korea: yes, this is the sign you were waiting for. I'm very glad I waited this long after the pandemic to actually travel there, but after being in Seoul for the last 4 months I can tell you I don't think it'll get better than this (in the good way). As long as your passport is valid to enter the country I think you should do it, restrictions have mostly been lifted in all the places that matter and you won't be missing out on any of the fun. Of course you're going to have to wear a mask but other than that it felt like the real deal, I did everything I wanted to, ate everything I wanted to and went to all the places in my bucket list. If you're in uni and need to do your internship then leave it to Meiji to find you an interview in your field and definitely be very specific with any special needs you may have, they are quite accommodating in my experience
Multiple pros
March 13, 2022by: Romina Muñoz - SpainI'll start by saying that if you have the means to intern abroad then you should simply do it, there is truly no other experience like it. That said, do I recommend Meiji Internships as an internship provider? All I can say is that they made everything nice and simple for me and were there every step of the way. It can be very intimidating to find accommodation on your own, especially in an Asian country where you don't even speak the language, so for me it was really a no brainer to seek for help. Since I wanted to do my internship in Korea it just made sense for me to go with Meiji instead of other providers because they specialize in Asian countries and that just made it seem like they would know better than companies that aren't specialized in any particular region. From the beginning it was clear that they knew what they were doing, they were always polite, friendly and made sure to tailor my internship experience to my needs, I'm very happy with the company I was assigned to and more than just working I had a GREAT time in Seoul.
Good accomodation and constant communication
March 12, 2022by: Kevin Sorrentino - CanadaI had the time of my life last year in Seoul and even though it was mostly as a result of the friends I made and the trips I planned, Meiji definitely played a role. The two main things I can say about their packages is that they do offer convenient accommodation options that, at least in my case, ended up being 20 minutes away from my host company. I had a nice and tidy apartment for myself that had pretty much anything I needed from the start and where no one would bother me. There weren't any loud neighbors which is honestly all I could ask for in the first place. Prices seemed ok to me, there are more expensive options but I can recommend their accommodation for those who don't see the point in getting all the bells and whistles in an apartment that you'll barely be in. The people at Meiji were always friendly and happy to help, and would get in touch with me to check I was happy with my stay:)
Relaxed atmosphere
March 12, 2022by: Theresa Brock - United StatesLast year I went online blindly looking for virtual internships, I had never done anything similar and had no idea whether I would like it or ended up super stressed. I was not looking for a host company in any specific country, but after some research I figured I would be okay with being put in any Japanese or Korean company that didn't require me to speak the language (which I honestly thought would be more difficult). Meiji Internships was the first company to reply to my emails and they gave me the sensation that my questions and inquiries were being taken seriously, so naturally I decided to continue the process with them. After some discussion, they got me an interview with a fantastic PR & Marketing agency that apparently liked my enthusiasm and took me in. Doing an online internship was such a bliss and extremely necessary for me, as I just needed something flexible that would allow me to manage my own time that I've been trying to use to improve my mental health, something I think a lot of us need right now.
Best time ever!
March 11, 2022by: Sydney Smith - United StatesI did two virtual internships, and both were amazing. I could never have found these internships on my own, and the experience and knowledge I gained from them are priceless. I learned so much, and I really enjoyed my time learning and growing.
Hear me out
February 22, 2022by: Martin Cox - United StatesIn the beginning I didn’t really get why someone would need a company like Meiji as the middle man to get an internship abroad, but after realizing all the trouble I would have to go through to get a host company in Korea myself… it all made sense. If you’re like me then you probably are clueless when it comes to a bunch of important aspects you should take into consideration when planning a big trip like this: getting into a company that will actually take good care of you during your stay, finding a decent accommodation that is not 2 hours away from your host company, making sure that you will get the university credits at all, and having people guide you through the whole process. You never know what’s going to happen once you’re in Korea, so having someone you can call in case something goes wrong just feels right. Luckily, other than being a bit lost with paperwork and needing some help at the airport everything went perfect for me. All I can say is that there’s a reason companies like Meiji exist and I had a pleasant experience with them overall.
Flexibility is key
February 14, 2022by: Jason Barlette - United StatesMeiji Internships was able to find me a host company in just a few days, the whole experience was friction-less. Once I got in contact with them, they took great care of me and got to know my interests enough to place me in a Japanese company that meet all of my requirements. Working from home was simply very convenient, time zones were usually never a problem and I met plenty of interesting people that I can’t wait to meet in real life next time I’m in Japan.
Would do it again!
January 28, 2022by: Toby Jackson - United KingdomThe reason I'm so glad I went with Meiji Internships is how easy they make the whole process. From applying and clearing out whatever questions I had to finding the right company for me. I was mostly interested in video editing (which I did plenty of) but ended up learning a lot about photo retouching as well. At first I was hesitant to deviate from what I intended to focus on, but after learning how profitable having basic photoshop skills can be, I began putting in the work to improve fast. If your field requires you to be in front of a computer for hours then I'd say a virtual internship is just fine, I personally found it fun and extremely nourishing. No regrets here
First online internship
January 18, 2022by: John Beltran - CanadaOverall I'd say I had a smooth experience. Sometime ago I started worrying that the travel restrictions would not let me go abroad when the time came to do my mandatory internship, so I went online and started emailing some companies that seemed like they could help me get an online internship. Meiji Internships were the first ones to reply and were reaaally patient with me (I had a lot of questions). Surprisingly I don't think doing an online marketing internship has many downsides, in any case I ended up enjoying the amount of freedom I had to complete my work anr more importantly, I made a lot of connections (worked for a Japanese company). Even if it's a virtual internship, the relationship I built with my colleagues is very real and might prove helpful in the near future, which is the main thing I wanted to achieve
11/10
August 25, 2021by: Milli Victoria - United StatesMy Meiji experience was amazing. From the beginning to my ongoing studies with them it was so far a wonderful 3 months of intensive studies, laughs, fun talks and so much refreshing new things to learn:) Before starting my online studies at Meiji Academy, I've had two private online teachers with mixed feelings from my learning experience. They made a lot of effort and also answered most of my questions I had, but studying with a proper Japanese language school is whole new experience. Meiji has a proper curriculum in place and their certified Japanese language teachers ensure a high teaching standard throughout their lessons. Plus I have had regular consultation sessions within the lessons with my teachers to address any problems I have and what points I would like to focus during my sessions. As I am not good at memorizing Kanji and also have reading problems with larger texts, the teachers made a lot of effort to study with me specific texts that are suitable to my Japanese level and understanding of Kanji. I rarely recommend a place for studies or any other services, but I think it is important to share my experience with this wonderful school and their warm-hearted teachers:) Meiji Academy arrigatou gozaimashita
Business consulting
August 22, 2021by: Roman Walczyk - Czech RepublicCool people, cool projects and very much challenges I did not encounter before. Meiji made good job with giving me the opportunity to prove my skills of helping my fellow colleagues with administrational tasks and preparing presentations for clients. The beginning was bit hard for me as my English was worse than now but the company told me if I would be willing to learn by myself and complete the tasks given to me in the set time frame they could consider me training. My internship was remotely part-time for five months. The company was based in Tokyo and was looking for a marketing researcher to analyze data and also perform a variety of tasks. Some tasks were not very fun at the beginning but part of the overall picture of company operations and important as I found out later. I hope I can visit Japan sometime soon.
Brilliant team
August 20, 2021by: Christina Lin - United StatesOh my freaking god. This was literally a lifetime adventure out of my comfort zone:) Meiji placed me with a wonderful Consulting company focusing on tourist advertisement and promoting local restaurants across Japan. First I had concerns as I have never been to Japan and did not know how I could assist my company. However I soon realized the competitive advantage I was holding compared to my Japanese peers. The English language and my creative writing I have discovered during this experience. I was given the opportunity to study the Japanese tourism industry and rediscover what foreign tourist and locals alike are looking for when visiting new venues. The key to understand the marketing and also how promotions for businesses work is to write A LOT of blogs and articles to inform new customers of what is out there. Even though it was online I discovered the digital Japanese business attire in dealing with problems and presenting solutions to new challenges. My major advice is don't waste your time during this Covid mess and use your time wisely to learn something new. Japan see you soon again :)
Virtual experience to Taiwan
August 09, 2021by: Xavi Perez - MexicoMy internship with Meiji was a great experience. Originally, I had an exchange semester planned in Taiwan, but unfortunately, the travel restrictions resulted in it's cancellation. I started looking for an alternative to still experience some Taiwanese culture and found Meiji's Virtual Internship. From the beginning Meiji gave me advice on industries that fit my studies and what dates are most suitable for an internship (to avoid Taiwanese holidays). After I was matched with my host company they sent me more information about my schedule and tasks. I was also able to apply for university credits at my university with their help. During the internship itself I woke up to a warm email that my Taiwanese colleagues wrote the day before, which included my tasks for the day and feedback on my completed tasks. Once a week I also had a video call with my mentor for extra detailed feedback. This helped me to see the parts I could improve on and resulted in me learning a lot during this internship! Now that my internship ended I am waiting until Taiwan's borders open so that I can visit my host company. My colleagues already made a plan to show me around Taipei for when travel will be possible again.
Marketing in Singapore
August 04, 2021by: Tina Samson - United StatesAfter finishing my studies, I wanted to gain work experience within my field - Marketing! At the same time I wanted to gain intercultural experience so I was looking for a program abroad. I decided to apply for a Virtual Internship with Meiji, because I it allowed me to be flexible with other responsibilities I had back home. Meiji matched me with a company in Singapore, which helped me to learn a lot of new skills. The time difference also made me practice my self-organizational skills. It gave me an idea of how work can be organized in a multinational company and made me think outside of my own region. My team was really great and always eager to help me and explain new tasks I was not familiar with yet. At the end of my internship they even organized a goodbye party for me, which was of course held online. They had sent me a surprise package with a few typical Singaporean snacks, which made the distance disappear and made me feel like I was directly at the office with them.
Good opportunity
July 31, 2021by: Lille Nicol - FranceFor my university I needed to do an internship this summer. I wanted to do my internship abroad, but I soon realized it will still be difficult to travel. That's when I found the Meiji Internships Virtual Internship Program. After I applied I was able to do a free consultation call first and my consultant helped me to decide which industry and country fits my skillset best. After that the rest of the process also went smoothly and soon my host company was decided. My host company checked in with me daily via email to discuss my schedule and I got great advice on the tasks I completed and learned a lot of new things! Because of the time difference, I mostly worked at different hours than the rest of my team, but I also had mentor calls with my host company weekly, which were very helpful. This program is a really good opportunity for anyone who cannot travel (either because of the pandemic or because international travel can be expensive). I would join again
Helpful
July 20, 2021by: Kariina Karlsson - FinlandI would love to travel, see Japan and work there but covid made this impossible. Thankfully I was still able to go *virtually*. My colleagues were fantastic and often showed me around the office and since it was a tourism agency, also organised virtual trips for me. So at least I can feel like I left the country in over a year. I recommend Meiji because they put a lot of effort into helping you find the internship you want. I was happy with my company and all the support Meiji gave me
Boosted my skills
November 08, 2020by: Jeremy Goodman - United StatesI guess I wasn't expecting such a smooth and life-changing experience when I applied for a virtual internship. I had been looking for a place to test my graphic design skills as I've been learning for a while now and felt good enough to try and do something for an international company. The most important thing I learned is that I still have a long way to go in my field, but thanks to Meiji Internships I was able to land an internship with a company that had GREAT communication and was always giving me detailed feedback. Doing this internship really helped me gain a better understanding of how graphic design is different depending on the country, and how Japanese companies expect very different results when compared to the western companies I've done designs for.
Good job Meiji Internships
October 12, 2020by: Donna Veitch - NetherlandsHallo! I wanted to share my experience with Meiji Internships because they did an amazing job and I think they deserve to be supported! My internship criteria were quite specific, I wanted a small company in Japan that had partnerships with the Netherlands... and Meiji Internships found exactly what I asked for! We often had Zoom meetings with my work team to stay updated on everything, and my superior helped me and gave me lots of precious advice.
Korean fashion design
October 01, 2020by: Camila Chung - United KingdomWhat an amazing virtual internship! It gave me the experience I needed to find my own style. I added stuff to my portfolio and made it look a lot more professional than before which is a huge step forward. Korean fashion is really inspiring and unique. Learning about it with Korean people was absolutely amazing! This internship has opened many doors for my career and I'm grateful to Meiji Internships for that.
Living a dreeeeeam!
September 28, 2020by: Zachary Perkins - United StatesI have to say that I have always wanted to do something special. You know, until I decided to go on this internship adventure, I was always taking the easy road without stepping out of my comfort zone. But I knew that at some point, you have to challenge yourself if you don't want to have regrets in life. That's why I just followed my heart and did an internship in a Japanese company. I wouldn't have gone far without Meiji Internships' help, but I'm quite proud of myself for taking the first step and sending them my application. Now everything seems easier to me; like I'm sort of getting used to taking risks and doing things I have never done before. I'm so happy that I sent this application in the first place!
Great working environment
September 22, 2020by: Kevin Kim - United StatesMy internship in Korea was awesome. It allowed me to meet new people who taught me very useful things about business in Korea. I have always spoken a bit of Korean with some of my family members, but this internship was a great opportunity to work on my formal Korean. I really enjoyed this internship because my superiors were very nice and the working environment was ideal. I was able to add a valuable line to my CV and acquire lots of new skills.
Video games developer
August 24, 2020by: Grégoire Simon - FranceMy dream job is to create video games and Meiji Internships gave me the opportunity to get closer to that dream. I did a virtual IT internship with a Taiwanese company. Taiwan is one of the best countries in term of video games and I was so glad to do my internship in such a great company. I really learned A LOT about this industry and I know that all those skills will be very useful in my life. I have a better idea of what being a video games developer is like and I am still very interested in it. Amazing experience!!!
A nice asset to my CV
August 23, 2020by: Rose Baker - United StatesThis internship was an excellent experience that allowed me to step out of my comfort zone. I needed professional marketing experience as most recruiters these days require that. Plus I thought that the name of a well-known Japanese company would look nice on a CV! The internship was great, I learned a lot about marketing and also about how Japanese business works. I was surprised because Japanese people really do work a lot. The internship was online so I wasn't in the same office as them, but I could see them online very often before the working hours. Luckily they didn't ask me to do extra hours haha. The experience was really great and Meiji Internships' team is wonderful!
Lovely memories !
August 18, 2020by: Alexandre Richard - FranceLast year I went to Vietnam for my internship. The entire experience was incredible ! It was my first time traveling outside Europe so I remember being a bit nervous on the day of departure. But I had nothing to worry about ! Meiji Internships made sure to prepare everything for my arrival and they came to pick me up at the airport. The sharehouse was clean and located in a nice area, next to a supermarket. I lived there with three other students who quickly became my friends. My host company was really great. I worked with the marketing team and I had my own desk with a computer that they lent me. The atmosphere was nice and I really had a great time with my team. One year later, I am still in contact with two of my friends from the sharehouse and some of my colleagues. I even added my boss on Facebook !
Graphic design
August 18, 2020by: London Bouvier - CanadaKorean people are the nicest persons on Earth. My virtual internship was wonderful and my head is full of good memories. They welcomed me in the team with open arms and taught me a lot about graphic design. I am learning it by myself and also through a few online classes, but having real work experience is really something else! It was so easy to remember and understand everything thanks to my co-workers. My goal is to become a freelance graphic designer so that I can travel and work remotely. I am happy that I took the decision to invest in myself and to do this virtual internship. This experience will be very helpful and a great asset to my portfolio!
Discovering a new culture through my internship
July 31, 2020by: Harry Stone - United StatesWorking with a Japanese team was one of the biggest challenges of my life. I was a bit afraid of the language barrier, but I actually had nothing to worry about since everyone in the team spoke English. I had this stereotype in my mind, that Japanese people were really bad at English, but that wasn't true at all! At least in the professional environment. They were used to dealing with foreigners and I was able to learn many things about how to adapt to a new culture when doing business. This internship was very instructive and I am glad that I went out of my comfort zone and looked for an internship in Asia. Even though it was a virtual internship, I was able to immerse myself in Japanese culture and become more mature.
Taiwanese e-commerce
July 27, 2020by: Kimberly Rice - United KingdomTaiwan is a very interesting country in full expansion and I thought it could be a good idea to do my internship in a Taiwanese company. As I am studying e-commerce, the online programme with Meiji Internships was a great opportunity to get new skills in this field and I didn't hesitate to engage with them after the first Skype consultation. I found them very professional and honest from the beginning and I still think that I made the right choice putting my trust in Meiji Internships! The Taiwanese company that offered me the internship was exactly what I was looking for. I gained lots of new skills and I am really thankful for this amazing opportunity.
Amazing!
July 16, 2020by: Leon Neumann - GermanyMy dream is to find a job in Korea in the future, so I thought it was a good strategy to do my internship in a Korean company. I couldn't go to Korea yet, but Meiji's virtual internship was exactly what I needed. This agency was really good, they guided me throughout the internship and gave me very good advice for the first interview with the company. Speaking of which, my company was amazing. Everyone was really nice to me and ready to help me when needed. It was the first time I met Korean people, and they motivated me, even more, to learn about their culture and their country because they were so nice and welcoming!
Virtual marketing
July 13, 2020by: Elisabeth Lopes - United StatesGoing all the way to Thailand would have been too complicated, but doing a virtual internship was a fantastic alternative! Thanks to Meiji Internships I was able to do an online internship and get the marketing experience I needed for my degree. I did some market analysis and conducted research on customers. At first, I wasn't sure how things needed to be done, but the marketing team of the company was here to help me with the work. I really enjoyed learning about all kinds of things with my team from Thailand. Working with foreigners was also a great way to learn about different cultures. I loved working on those projects and I'll definitely pursue my career in PR and Marketing! Thank you so much Meiji Internships for this amazing opportunity!
Very good Chinese experience
July 10, 2020by: Antonio Gassman - ItalyMeiji Internships did a great job of finding my host company and taking care of me! I had a Skype consultation when I could let them know what kind of internship I was looking for. I wanted to do my internship from home so their virtual program seemed great! They were really nice to me, explaining to me how things will be working and answering my questions. Then I had an online interview with a Chinese company and since I had a good feeling from the interview, I decided to accept their virtual internship offer. I had a great time working with them and I felt like I was really part of their team ever since the first days. I worked on digital design and marketing on social media. I learn many useful tricks from them and this experience changed the way I see myself: I realized that I am capable of challenging myself and doing many different things!
The best team from Singapore
July 04, 2020by: Daniella Mulder - NetherlandsMy trading and logistics internship was awesome. I couldn't dream of a better company or a better working environment for my first internship. I needed this international experience to boost my resume and my skills in this field. I was mostly working on international trade and dealing with foreign partners. I was happy that they gave me some amazing tasks and trusted me with my work. We had a daily check on the work I did and they helped me improve the quality of my work and encouraged me to keep going. I really had an amazing team! Well, I am glad I contacted Meiji Internships when they gave me some great advice to get a successful experience.
Digital design internship
June 28, 2020by: Bethy Fox - United KingdomI am studying digital design at uni. I hope to join a Japanese company one day because living in Japan is one of my dreams. I couldn't do my internship abroad this year, but thanks to Meiji Internships, I was still able to do an internship in a Japanese company! It really was a fantastic and incredible experience! Thanks to this internship, I got closer to my dream and I added a very important line to my CV. I think that internships are real opportunities to find a job abroad later on because it immediately makes a difference to a CV.
Very inspiring internship
June 26, 2020by: Elodie Hue - FranceI have been doing a virtual internship with a Taiwanese company for one month. I got a lot of new knowledge and I became more independent thanks to this experience. I had a great team that supported me during this whole time and they taught me many things about marketing. I also had the opportunity to speak a bit Chinese with them ! This internship is probably the best decision I have made in a long time. I was very inspired by my co-workers and by their professionalism. Meiji Internships is a great agency. You can trust them with your internship ! They found mine in no time and the company perfectly met my expectations.
Working with an Asian company
June 16, 2020by: Jason Gray - United StatesOne of my dreams is to live in Asia someday. I am studying IT and I hope I can find a job in an Asian company. Doing this virtual internship with Meiji Internship was a fantastic opportunity because I was able to take a big step towards my dream. This internship brought me many things like IT knowledge, business contacts in China, and above all courage and self-confidence. The atmosphere with my colleagues was wonderful and I came up with a better idea of how to reach my dream. I am glad I gave it a try and will keep studying hard!
Great experience of marketing
June 12, 2020by: Sharlene Day - United KingdomMy internship with Meiji Internships was incredible. It's really great these days to be able to work without anything else than a computer and a phone. I like the idea of being able to work from anywhere in the world - all you need is internet access. I did this internship in a Japanese company as part of my university credits. I study marketing and communication. Fortunately, a distance internship was valid to obtain my credits, and I received a nice internship certificate at the end of my internship. The experience was very rewarding and allowed me to see what my professional life might look like later.
Two month in paradise
June 06, 2020by: Patrick Schulz - GermanyI still think almost every day of the experience I had in Korea. These two months in Seoul really changed my life and my vision of many things. Opening up to a new culture was revealing and I learned a lot about business and everything you can do with motivation. I felt that the people I worked with took me seriously and counted on me to help them in their work. It was about both give and take. They taught me everything I needed to know with great kindness, and I helped them the best I could by bringing in new ideas. I was very well supported during this internship, both by Meiji Internships and by my host company.
Taiwan virtual adventure
June 04, 2020by: Nele Schröder - GermanyI have always been interested in Asian culture, and working with these people was an honor for me. I learned things not only about my area of study, which is international trade, but also about myself and what I am capable of. I am someone who lacks self-confidence because I had never tested myself and I did not dare to leave my comfort zone. But thanks to this internship I realized that I was able to take charge of myself to carry out projects, and I had more knowledge than I thought. It is also very rewarding to learn a lot of things every day thanks to my colleagues and my superiors, and thanks to the projects for which I was responsible. The virtual internship is a good alternative when you cannot afford to travel, but have the time and the motivation to train and learn from professionals. In addition I loved the Taiwanese mentality and I understood their culture a little more through their way of working.
Fantastic!
May 26, 2020by: Abby Dowse - United StatesI love Japan so much that I absolutely wanted to do my internship there. At first, my parents told me that it would be complicated, that it would be difficult to make friends, but they were completely wrong. Meiji Internships found me a marketing internship in a super cool company in Tokyo, and I had an amazing month. I was not homesick at all and I would have even liked to stay longer! As for making friends, Meiji Internships organized great events during which I got to know lots of people, and since I lived in a sharehouse, I was never really alone. Tokyo was a beautiful city, my colleagues were super nice, and Meiji Internships is a high-quality agency!
Feedback on my internship with Meiji Internships
May 18, 2020by: Taylor Jackson - United StatesAsia is an increasingly interesting market so I preferred to do my internship in an Asian country, rather than in the United States or even in Europe. The advantage of the virtual internship is that I was able to work in Asia while sitting in my own front yard lol. I saved travel costs and I could pour all my energy into my internship. The company I worked for was an import/export and manufacturing company in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I made a lot of progress and I also established new contacts in Malaysia and in other Asian countries with whom we collaborated. Meiji Internships managed my internship very well and offered me exactly what I was looking for. I made the right choice to go through this agency because I could never have found such a good internship on my own, and Meiji really took into account the needs that I had. Def worth it!
Incredibly wonderful
May 16, 2020by: Andrew Beck - United StatesI wish I never woke up from this wonderful dream! I spent a wonderful month in Taiwan. For the first time in my life, I felt like I was doing exactly what I wanted without having to force myself. I did a web design internship in Taipei, and I felt right at home during this internship. I love to create things and discovered a real passion for web design. Being surrounded by professionals helped me gain confidence and acquire a solid skill set. Meiji Internships staff was very attentive and helped me mingle with the locals and other foreigners on site. The activities were great and I created wonderful memories that I will never forget. Taiwan is an incredible country and the landscapes are breathtaking. I did not know much about this country, but I am happy to have dared to take up the challenge!
Rewarding and beautiful internship
May 14, 2020by: Sophia Darby - New ZealandMy internship in South Korea was great! It was very productive and interesting. I wanted to do an internship abroad because it looks nice on a CV, but the experience I had was much more than that. I learnt about marketing, about Korean culture, about myself ... It is clearly the kind of experience that gives you new desires and projects. I have met incredible people. Friends with whom I keep in touch regularly, and colleagues who have welcomed me with open arms into the company and who have not hesitated to offer me their time so that my experience could be as rewarding and beautiful as possible.
Motivating work experience
May 08, 2020by: Quentin Lefebvre - FranceMy internship with a company based in Indonesia was amazing. I needed a work experience in an IT company to validate my semester and Meiji was very reactive about the virtual internship. I participated in the development of a mobile app with a great team who taught many useful things that I will never forget ! Everyone was already working remotely in the team so they were used to it. They gave me lots of advice which I look forward to using later and showing to my teachers at school. It was amazing to finally apply what I learned at school to a real project. I learned much faster with the people in my company than at school where it is more difficult to stay focused. It gave me ideas to create my own mobile app one day, and it made me realize how easy it is to complete a project when you have the right tools.
Seoul experience
May 06, 2020by: Florence Guillou - FranceI study international commerce, and I had to do an internship for my uni credits. I didn't think twice, obviously I wanted to go to South Korea! I lived in Seoul for 3 months, and it was the best time of my life! I was living in a sharehouse with awesome people who quickly became my friends. During the first week I was calling my sister everyday to tell her what happened during the day, but I got used to the life in Korea and to my job and I had less time to call her after the first week. That's a good thing, it means that I was busy and not feeling homesick! I was working in a trading company in Seoul and I learned so many things guys! In the end, I was even able to make my own calls with partners without feeling any stress. South Korea is a stunning country, I feel so lucky for this incredible experience. I wish everyone could go abroad one day to experience such a wonderful adventure!
Amazing internship provider
May 05, 2020by: Vanessa Jones - United StatesI did an online internship with a Japanese marketing company. I had a very good experience and I learned many marketing strategies and concepts. Meiji Internships is an amazing agency! There are very responsive and fully engaged in their work. They helped me prepare for the online interview with my host company and even helped me rewrite my CV. I am a bit shy so it was stressful for me to meet with Japanese people, but thanks to Meiji's valuable advice, I successfully passed my first interview! I am not ready to go to Japan without my family so this online internship was the perfect way to have some work experience without being in any kind of situation that might make me feel anxious or uncomfortable.
This program saved my internship!
April 27, 2020by: Angie Laube - GermanyBecause of the virus, I thought I had to completely cancel my internship, but Meiji Internships offered me a great opportunity: a virtual internship! Taking this opportunity was the best decision I made for a long time. Online internships means no worries about being far from home and family, or about cooking by myself everyday. Instead, I could focus on my work and learn even faster. My company was a Korean marketing company. I thought communication would be complicated, but on the contrary, they were reachable very easily (even considering the time difference), and I could build a good relationship with my colleagues. I got skills that apply to many jobs so I'm very satisfied with my experience!
A one of a kind winter in Japan
April 25, 2020by: Dean Walker - United KingdomI realised my dream: working in Japan! I am studying 3D animation at uni and I have always been in love with Japanese animation. Since middle school, I knew that I would like to work in Japan someday, and this winter, I finally had the opportunity to intern for 2 months in Tokyo. I could meet brilliant people and learnt so much from my talented coworkers. My superiors said that I would be welcome to visit them in the future or maybe work with them again. I was so glad to hear that! Tokyo is a huuuge city. Two months were still not enough to visit everything! We had a few group trips organised by the Meiji Internships staff. It was a blast! I couldn't dream of a better team! We are still in contact with each other and we are talking about going to Japan next year, in summer.
Part of my heart!
April 23, 2020by: Patrick Medved - GermanyAfter graduating from university i decided to go abroad for an internship in Japan, Meiji Internships helped me to get my Marketing & PR internship in Fukuoka. The support i received was great and the process, starting from the application until the actual placement, was fast and easy. During my Marketing & PR internship in Fukuoka i gained a high amount of knowledge and developed my creativity in the field of content production for distribution and websites, hence i was mostly working on copy writing and SEO content. Variation was brought by conducting market research and analysis tasks. The internship provided me with a work-life balance for my time in my Marketing & PR internship in Fukuoka, as it is a great place to develop your creativity constantly due to the breathtaking cityscapes or skyline beside the beautiful landscapes sourounding the city, reaching from gorgeous beaches to steep mountains. I am thankful to have the opportunity to get to know so much amazing people from around the world, i can only recommend to choose a stay in a Share House as it provides you with enough own private sphere but enough shared time to experience an amazing time with your Share House mates!
Very good online experience
April 20, 2020by: Tristan Mason - United KingdomAs going to Japan is not possible at the moment, I decided to do a remote internship. I had a really good experience with a Japanese company located in Tokyo. They taught me about marketing via the internet and it worked suprisingly well! The internship just ended last week and I can tell that I feel more confident, skilled and mature even thought I didn't even leave my house. That's incredible! Some of my friends are complaining because they are getting bored staying at home, but the lockdown situation was completely different for me! I am glad that I could use this precious time to gain knowledge about my field of interest. It is SO important to stay active especially in this situation and I can highly recommend this online programme. The Meiji staff was always kind and supportive. They were easy to reach at any time even though it might've been hard for them to deal with the coronavirus situation. The company I interned with was also amazing. I could feel the Japanese "omotenashi" even from here!
Better than I expected
April 10, 2020by: Joel Ford - United StatesThis was the first internship I've ever done, so I wasn't sure what to expect from it. I just wanted to gain experience and bring it back home hoping to find a good job thanks to my new skills and my beautiful CV. The experience was actually better than I expected. It was a fantastic internship in terms of work and also in terms of human relationships. I got plenty of knowledge and a greater understanding of the culture, and I got wonderful friends and coworkers to support me in my adventure. I felt comfortable from the moment I arrived. it was like a second home! I am happy that I also gained a sense of independence. This internship changed the way I view my life!
A fabulous work experience
April 07, 2020by: Bradley Boyd - United KingdomTraveling to Vietnam is an adventure I will remember forever. I was really pushed out of my comfort zone and was able to meet a lot of new amazing people. I went to amazing work events and received great advice and feedback on my work. My team was very supportive; they taught me a lot about digital design. I tried to communicate with everyone and ask every question I had in order to gain skills but also to create bonds with people and make my internship unforgettable! To be honest, this internship really exceeded my expectations: I went there looking for working experience and I ended up having the time of my life and experienced Vietnamese culture with amazing friends and colleagues. I learnt a lot about design and about myself and who I want to be as a person.
Kyoto internship: an amazing experience!
April 03, 2020by: Christian Patterson - United StatesJapan is an amazing place to go abroad and to do an internship! I have learned so much from my time there. I came back as a different, more open-minded and mature person. I wish the experience lasted longer but one month in Kyoto was already awesome. Japan is a safe country and I had a really great time sightseeing in Kyoto with everyone. I have met some amazing people and I wonder if we will be able to meet each other again. I would love to, because going through an adventure like this together creates strong bonds and those people are quite important to me. And the food guys... Japanese food is so yummy!! I miss it so much, I tried to cook a katsu kare, but it was nothing like the original one haha.
Truly amazing experience
April 03, 2020by: Sharlene Ward - United KingdomThe 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!
I absolutely fell in love with traveling
April 01, 2020by: Gina Götz - GermanyApplying for an internship was a great way to learn about PR & Marketing. My host company was wonderful and they taught me many interesting things. There is always something going on and to learn from in a company like that and I didn't get bored at all. I had a genuine experience in Thailand and I got a great understanding of their beautiful culture and language. My best memory is when we visited an elephant sanctuary. I was so emotional to see those people taking care of the elephants and give them love. It was the first time for me to see those impressive animals in the wildness and I will remember this feeling forever. This adventure was definitely worth it. It gave me the urge to travel and discover the world, and I am already looking forward to my next travel!
Great internship in a solar panels company!
April 01, 2020by: Noam Garnier - FranceMy internship placement was excellent! I did an environmental internship in Tokyo in a solar panels company. I am very interested in renewable energy and I think Japan is already doing a great job so I wanted to go there and learn from them. Assist and create new projects with professionals was just formidable. I spent my weekends exploring Tokyo and eating at restaurants. Japan is a beautiful country with a complex culture that is particularly fascinating! I will also never forget the people I met during this adventure in Japan: my superiors, Meiji staff, the other Meiji interns... I learned a lot about work thanks to my host company, but I also learned a lot about myself and about life in general thanks to the encounters and my friends from all over the world. I would like to encourage anyone who is hesitating to apply with Meiji Internships. The entire program was fantastic and I learned so much through it.
One word: phenomenal
March 31, 2020by: Milton Munoz - United KingdomMeiji Internships did an excellent job finding a position that fit my career goals and offering me a first work experience opportunity. I was looking forward to going to work every day and learn as much as possible about business and international commerce. I felt grateful for being able to work in a field I had no experience in and participate in important tasks and meetings. Combine this with the great cultural activities and it makes for a phenomenal experience! There were so many events and activities to choose from during weekends and days off. Living in Singapore was amazing, 2 months was too short! There is so much to do and the people are nice and open-minded. Plus, the staff of Meiji Internships was simply awesome. I am glad that we still keep in touch from time to time.
Woo-hoo! What a great adventure!
March 30, 2020by: Joyce Adams - AustraliaI wanted to spend a few months abroad in Asia, preferably in a Chinese speaking country as I took Chinese classes at uni. I wasn't sure yet what kind of internship I should go for. I was interested in volunteering with an NGO and also in learning about marketing and business in a big company. When I came across Meiji Internships, I saw that they were offering both, so I applied and thought I would figure out later while talking with them. In the end, I went for an internship related to marketing strategies to gain work experience for my resume. Meiji did a great job advising me and finding me a good host company in Singapore. I appreciated how Meiji kept excellent communication with me throughout the internship and even before my departure. They often wrote me emails to ensure that I had everything I needed and that my internship was going well. I don't have any regret about this experience, it permitted me to grow as a young adult and gain knowledge and confidence!
Gamsahabnida Meiji Internships!
March 30, 2020by: Terrence Ellis - United StatesToo many things to say about this incredible experience! Every week you have the opportunity to take part in activities with Meiji Internships' staff and learn about Korean culture and have fun with your friends. You really should take part in those activities because even though the main goal is to gain knowledge from your internship, going out with friends and discover the country will be your best memories! It was feeling so good to be surrounded by lots of different people with different opinions and experiences. I felt comfortable with everyone and met many lovely people. The company i was placed with was amazing. I learned lots of new skills and got along with all my co-workers. Learning about photography and traveling to South Korea were my dreams for many years. I'm so happy that I could combine those dreams thanks to Meiji Internships! I really loved my time in Korea and I wish I could have stayed longer.
Adventure in Shanghai
March 23, 2020by: Sandro Dubois - FranceI went to Shanghai to do a business development internship. It ended up being the best experience of my life!! I learned so many things about business, gained so many skills and met so many awesome people. This experience was really open-minding, and I am so grateful that Meiji Internships helped me finding this company. Each person in this company was welcoming and friendly, they all greeted me with a smile. Thanks to them I didn't feel any pressure on my working days and I was able to learn while having a fun and memorable stay. Shanghai is an impressive place, it was the first time for me to live in such a big city and it was a great experience. I also took advantage of being there to learn Chinese. This language is quite difficult and different from European languages but I like how it sounds!
My second home
March 23, 2020by: Evan Thompson - United KingdomI had the time of my life in Fukuoka. I loved the daily routine I had there. This city became a second home, and my host company was my second family. I will miss them so much. I will miss my roommates as well, we had so much fun living together in Japan. We actually didn't have a lot in common. We were from different nationalities, we didn't listen to the same music, we all had different favourite food..., but one thing was connecting all of us: our interest in Japan! This internship was an opportunity for me to gain skills in marketing and learn more about Japanese culture. I gained self-confidence when I realised that I could do things on my own without failing. I would have stayed longer if I had more time, but my one-month internship was still a wonderful experience. Doing an internship gives you a huge advantage to write down on your CV. You will have a better idea of what type of work and career you want to pursue, as well as an incredible experience that you will remember forever.
Can I do it again?
March 21, 2020by: Arlene Santos - New ZealandI chose to do an internship in Japan because of my uni credits and because I'm fascinated by the rich culture of Japan. I couldn't think of a better place for my internship. It was a good choice as I had an exceptional work experience in a company located in Shinjuku. I gained many skills and feel more ready than ever to find a job somehow related to Japan. Within my first days in Tokyo, I fell in love with the city, as expected! Everything was gigantic and going fast, and not once during this 3 months internship I got bored or something. I mean, there are so many things to do on your days off in such a huge city! Sightseeing everywhere, going on a shopping spree in Harajuku or Akihabara, meeting friends at a cat cafe... And talking about friends: I met the most amazing and funny girls in the world thanks to this internship! I cannot thank the staff enough for having organised those meetings with other interns every week. We created strong bonds through this adventure and explored Tokyo and its surroundings together. Love you girls!!
My internship in Sapporo
March 21, 2020by: Mélissa Boucher - CanadaI had a fun and impactful work experience in Sapporo thanks to Meiji Internships. I could feel that they were doing their best to match the right intern with the right internship. I was a bit scared to feel homesick, but everything went well and I was always busy working, learning and having fun. Moreover, I wasn't alone there, as there was a Meiji community including the staff, the other interns, and some Japanese volunteers. We were going out often on weekends and listening to everyone's experience. My best memory is when we went on a weekend trip to a ski resort. We went there by bus (approximately 40 minutes from Sapporo) and I could find all the necessary equipment for rental at a reasonable price. We had so much fun and we created unforgettable memories!
Learning about international commerce
March 19, 2020by: Loretta Ortiz - United StatesI feel grateful for the experience I had in Singapore. I had a culture shock but it made me realize how much the world is vast and diverse. I grew immensely both as a young professional and as a person. I think I am more entitled to study international commerce thanks to this internship as it is necessary to understand and respect each other's culture. This internship was an amazing opportunity to actually apply what I have been taught during my academic years. I received a warm welcome from meiji internships so thank you guys for taking good care of me. It was so reassuring to be greeted by smiling faces at the airport and being able to join you at any time. The weekly activities you organized were my favorite moments!
Thailand with Meiji Internships
March 19, 2020by: Laura Stephens - United KingdomI wanted to go abroad while I was still studying and had plenty of time, so I thought that doing an internship was a good option. I sent emails to several internship programmes, but Meiji Internships was the most responsive one and I had a very good first impression so I decided to keep going with them. In Bangkok, I had a great neighbourhood with shops accessible by 5 minutes walks. The locals were genuinely nice and I had lots of opportunities to talk with them and learn about their culture. Regarding the internship in itself, it was fantastic! My supervisor was a sweet and clever woman, I had a great time collaborating with her and learning from her. My internship was very rewarding and gave me a good insight into how things work in a company.
Osaka
March 18, 2020by: Charlene Powell - United KingdomI went to Japan for two months to learn about business development and improve my Japanese skills. First of all, I improved a lot in Japanese. I chose the business package and I had online classes that helped me a lot. Plus, my working environment was half English, half Japanese. I made progress beyond expectations! I don't even have to think about the language when I have a daily conversation. The sentences come to me naturally and without hesitation! I also learnt a lot about business and management. I think I made a good choice by staying for two months because the serious business didn't start before the second month. The first month was interesting, but I lacked abilities and I always needed to ask questions and make sure I was doing the right thing. Then I started to understand everything and I was able to manage projects on my own without having someone to check on my decisions. Osaka is an impressive and awesome city with so many things to do. It is also very well located and I took the opportunity to visit Kyoto, Nara, and Himeji. Himeji castle was so beautiful, if you go there you should definitely go inside and visit the entire castle.
Perfect internship
March 18, 2020by: Boy Houben - NetherlandsMy 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.
Wonderful internship in Tokyo
March 16, 2020by: Gloria Baker - CanadaMy experience in Tokyo was incredible. Thank you very much Meiji Internships for this opportunity. I fell in love with the city while getting great skills in design. I was only there for a month, but I am so grateful for all I got to experience and I will never forget what I learned. I had a good time on the weekend activities as well which allowed me to meet awesome new friends and learn more about Japanese culture. Tokyo has been a great place to explore in my free time. It's like the city is never-ending and you always have something to do or somewhere to visit. A place I often went to was Harajuku. I love the ambiance there and how dynamic it is. It is also close to the Meiji Shrine, with my friends we always said that it was the HQ of the Meiji team lol.
Knowledge and memories
March 16, 2020by: Jayden Holden - United KingdomI have a friend who took a gap year to travel and to do some internships. When I asked him how he ended up working in a company in Korea, he told me that he went through Meiji Internships. From what I have seen of his experience, I thought it would be a fantastic opportunity to gain knowledge and get cool memories. Well, it was way more than that. I feel completely changed, in a positive way. My internship placement was perfect for someone looking for a digital marketing experience. The time I spent there made me grow so much. I had a work experience in a foreign country which stands out on a CV, and I also gained life experience which made me understand a different culture and change my way of seeing foreigners.
Thrilling!
March 15, 2020by: Sadie Chavez - United KingdomI didn't know anyone in Taiwan and it felt good to know that the Meiji staff was there to guide me. I definitely recommend you to join the weekly activities with them. It is important to have a community when you are in an unknown country. Who knows? Maybe you will make friends for life. In Taiwan, I found myself more adventurous than I thought. I went sightseeing alone, I spoke easily to Taiwanese people and was not afraid to speak imperfect Chinese and I even went hiking in the wild nature for the first time in my life! Meiji Internships connected me with a great host company. They treated me very well and helped me to have the best experience! I made sure to take advantage of every opportunity to stay busy and learn as much as possible. This was an experience that I will never forget! Thank you so much for trusting me in this adventure!
I want to go back!
March 14, 2020by: Zoe Stone - United StatesMy adventure in Vietnam was exceptional! it all began with this crazy idea of doing my internship in Asia, a part of the world that has fascinated me for a long time. When I told my friends about it, they said: "Zoe, why do you want to go so far away?" And I said: "Why not?" Now I am so ecstatic that I did it! Working in this company was particularly pleasant, every team member welcomed me with kindness and took me under their wing from the first day. They even organized a welcome party for me to get to know everybody. They were all incredibly patient with me when they were explaining to me how to do this or that. I am so glad that I chose to trust them for my internship! The last day was a bit sad. I have to admit that I don't know if I will be able to meet them all again in the future, and it was quite heartbreaking to think about that. I will do my best to visit them someday!
Greatly satisfied with Meiji's services
March 14, 2020by: Leo Cooper - United StatesDoing an internship abroad is something you should definitely consider if you are looking for unforgettable and worthwhile work experience. My internship in Japan was authentic and exciting. It was exactly what I expected. I improved my Japanese tremendously and I was able to execute tasks I wouldn't have imagined. Realizing that your work is not only to practice but will also be useful for your host company is extremely motivating. I also did a lot of tourism! The first thing I went to see was the Gundam statue in Odaiba! I also checked out the Sumida River, the Senso temple, a Japanese garden called Hama Rikyu... Unfortunately, I couldn't get a ticket for the Ghibli Museum. That's too bad because I really wanted to go there. But let's see this as an excuse to travel to Japan again :p
Discovering Kyushu
March 14, 2020by: Benjamin Kelly - United StatesI did a tourism internship in Fukuoka in late 2019. Most of my work was about answering customers' questions on the internet, on the phone or at the hotel, as well as managing bookings and reservations. I also did some marketing through social media like Instagram and Facebook which was really fun to do. The working environment wasn't stressful at all allowing me to be productive and dynamic! We went on a weekend trip to takachiho, the most beautiful place I have ever seen! Japan's sceneries are gorgeous, one of the most splendid countries I have ever visited. Wandering the streets of Fukuoka is an adventure in itself. My favorite place was the daimyo area. So many students - so many shops - so much to do!
Go for it guys
March 13, 2020by: Stian Kristensen - NorwayI am interested in marketing because I like to know what people might think, and what is happening in their brains. I know, when said like that it's a bit weird lol! In high school, I was very interested in psychology, finding good words for convincing people, and trying to know what they were expecting from me. My cousin, who studied business, told me that I should try studying marketing. That's what I am doing at the moment and this internship was really helpful in order to get concrete experience. This internship brought me the keys I was looking for and permitted me to correct my wrong habits. I found out that it's way easier to learn when you are actually working. You need to think, try, observe the results and learn from it. It is easier and quicker than sitting on a chair at uni and trying to understand concepts. AND, the bonus when you are doing it abroad: learning a language and traveling. What could be more perfect than that?? I mean, no I can't speak Japanese fluently of course, but I understand the world better, I gained independence and having this kind of abroad experience is a precious asset when you are studying things like marketing, international business, etc.
Fabulous time in Korea
March 13, 2020by: Emma Lawson - AustraliaI loved my internship and I loved being part of the Meiji family. Each intern was so nice, and the staff was fantastic and supportive. I thought I would miss my home country, my family in Australia... but, sorry mum, I didn't miss anything! Time flew by and my internship passed in a blink of an eye. I left this adventure a different person than when I said goodbye to my family at the airport 3 months ago. I am more independent, confident, skilled, I know how to communicate with a team and how to overcome difficulties. I also know what is important in life, like friendship, tolerance and enjoying every second of my life. I learnt a lot in terms of design, but the most important thing I learnt is that you can have the best salary in the world, if you are not enjoying what you are doing, you won't be able to live your life to the fullest. This internship was thrilling, and I was the happiest girl in the world during those 3 months!
Let's just follow our dreams
March 12, 2020by: Jason Bergen - AustraliaI am a very curious person. I want to taste every food, visit every country, understand every culture... so I decided to come to Thailand to satisfy my curiosity about this country! And I did! I explored food markets, did trekking to observe nature and find my limits, went to work and acquired many skills and experience... Contacting Meiji Internships was the best decision I've made in a while because they motivated me to take action and not give up mid-way. I enjoyed taking part in weekly activities. It was nice to meet other interns and talk about our different stories and experiences at work. I was amazed to realise how every intern had their own stories and difficulties in their life. All the people that gathered during those meetings were people who took risks, who challenged themselves and ended up in a foreign country doing something valuable for their lives. Meeting them was always very motivating! :)
One wonderful month in Vietnam
March 12, 2020by: Fabian van den Heuvel - NetherlandsJoining a professional team, and learning about my industry of interest was amazing. The projects that caused me to do errors were the most interesting because I learned many lessons from them. I learned a lot about my strengths and my weaknesses. For example, I now know that team work is not something natural to me and that I have to be careful and work on it to become more efficient. Staying for only one month was a bit short, there are still many places I wanted to visit and things I wanted to experience at work. That's probably the only thing I would change if I had to do it again: I would stay longer. Don't be afraid to ask for work or to find it yourself and be prepared to learn big amounts of information. I guarantee that you will have the time of your life!
Excellent work experience
March 11, 2020by: Billy Marshall - United KingdomI was in Osaka for 8 weeks. The best 8 weeks of my life! Here is one piece of advice if you are going to do an internship: Don't be afraid to talk to new people, don't be shy and take advantage of every situation. You will have many opportunities to travel, do some activities with other interns, go out with your colleagues... those opportunities will let you create the best memories bonding with people who might become your closest friends. We were two interns at my company. Jenna was working on the website design while I was doing research about tourism in Osaka and establishing contact with new potential partners. They allowed me to take part in important meetings with big hotels, restaurants and other tourism companies which were the most instructive experiences. Sometimes it was hard to accept that some partnerships that you invested time and energy in wouldn't succeed in the end, but I learnt a great deal through those experiences!
Very good investment
March 11, 2020by: Astrid Stoll - GermanyIt is very exciting to meet people who are very passionate about their work. The skills and experience I got during this internship will be a huge advantage for me when I am on my job hunt. Taiwan is a very beautiful country and Meiji internships gave me the chance to explore it while providing me with all the support I needed. I personally did not have much experience in traveling on my own in a foreign country so I wouldn't have gone far without their help. The staff is very approachable and always ready to grab for a bite after work. What I will miss most about Taiwan is, first of all, the people. My father says that in order to succeed in life, you need to get close to positive people who are pushing you. I think I finally met those people. I will also miss the nature and food. I was having so much fun in tasting new food every day and sightseeing around.
Lovely memories
March 10, 2020by: Caspar Verhoeven - NetherlandsThis program is excellent for travelers who want to have work experience while traveling and understanding Japanese culture. Really, this experience was life-changing. Having the chance to explore Fukuoka and learn about its culture and history by interacting with the local communities was amazing. It taught me how to be open-minded and respectful and I think you should listen to your heart as well and go for this adventure without fear! The Meiji community was the best! Everyone was kind-hearted and I made friends for life. They encouraged me and pushed me to be the best I could be. Thanks to them and to my host company, I've gained confidence in my own abilities and potential. Mata ne Fukuoka~~
Great!! A really interesting adventure!!
March 06, 2020by: Patrizia Haas - GermanyTrusting Meiji Internships was the best choice! My host company was great and in particular my tutor was one of kind which made my stay really fun and conducive to making progress. Having the opportunity to do an internship in Japan is absolutely amazing, and working alongside professionals was very meaningful to me. I learnt a great deal from them and I appreciate everything they did for me. My company was a big trading corporation in Osaka. As Japan is making a lot of import from overseas, this kind of experience is a good way to find a job in Japan later on, after my graduation. Finding an internship in Japan was not the easy way. Most of my friends interned in Europe, but I needed something more challenging. What a great undertaking!
Having such an experience will obviously help me finding a job after graduation
March 05, 2020by: Thekla Wagner - GermanyMeiji Internships has been a great support during this adventure, arranging my accommodation, my sim card and of course finding me a wonderful placement in a Korean company. Meeting with the other interns and the staff every week was a real pleasure, and listening to everyone's experience was very inspiring. I enjoyed learning a lot of new things, about business, Korean culture and language, and meeting new people. The company was located near the center of Seoul which was convenient whenever I wanted to hang out after work. Taking part in this program was an investment in my future, the cultural immersion was amazing and gaining so many skills in such a short time is priceless.
The whole application process and the internship were great
March 04, 2020by: Yves Teer - FranceI had personal feedback on my resume which was really helpful because I wasn't confident about it before. I asked the staff tons of questions before the online interview with my employer and they were always replying promptly and nicely. When I arrived, everything was already ready for me. I arrived on Friday and started going to work on Monday. I was so stressed on the first day that I went there like 40 minutes in advance! But that's okay, I prefer being early than late. The first day was chill, they showed me the office around, I met the staff and ate lunch with them. In the afternoon I started looking into the database, reading some past emails and asking a lot of questions. I had more things to do after a few days, I appreciated that they gave me some time to get used to my new environment before showing me everything. I wished I could speak Japanese better because everybody in the company wasn't able to speak English. Everyone on my team (the marketing team) could speak English though.
Falling in love with the country and the people
March 03, 2020by: Steven Bowerman - AustraliaThis experience was extremely rewarding and motivated me to study more about teaching in order to become a great teacher. I was so happy to spend time with the children, but also with the teachers who taught me so many things. Working with children is not always easy, because they sometimes don't know how to express their feelings, and you have to understand it yourself in order to teach them well and take good care of them. Thanks to the teachers I can now understand them better. As the culture is different, their behavior might be different as well. This internship was a good challenge for me, and I hope the children will remember me because I will go to Taiwan to see them in the future, for sure!
Seoul fashion brand
March 02, 2020by: June Garcia - United StatesI interned in a fashion brand company in Seoul. It was not a very big team, there were only 5 to 6 people in the office. But interning with a small team was a good chance to take part in the design process quickly. I did a lot of research about the company during the first two days to get familiar with their style and their philosophy, and then they let me help them designing clothes. It was so interesting to see the whole process right from the start to becoming actual products! Taking Korean classes at uni was a good advantage. My Korean level is not that good, but good enough to be able to talk about daily topics with Korean people, at the restaurant for example. The events and activities were great, the accommodation was perfectly located, approximately 20 minutes from the company, not too far from Hongdae as well. I made a lot of friends in Hongdae when hanging out in bars after work.
Wonderful time in Tokyo!
February 26, 2020by: Zhiwei Cheng - ChinaThis is a great program as it supports to redeem university credits. They provide a business workshop to tell something about Japanese business culture. The placement is based on best matches. They provide a 2000 Japanese Yen transportation card and certain amount of data. There were activities arranged during the placement. The response of the email is quick. The CEO himself is a nice person.
Nailed it!
February 25, 2020by: Sally T - SwitzerlandMy internship in Tokyo was a very good experience. Finding an internship abroad on your own is quite a challenge tbh. I really wanted to go abroad while at uni, but didn't really feel like doing a semester at some uni somewhere. Mainly because I was kind of sick of studying day and night and REALLY needed to see something new. So I talked to people and did some research. An internship seemed like the perfect opportunity for me. My uni doesn't have any collaborations, so I had to find one on my own. Luckily, I came across Meiji and they helped me a lot. Idk if my experience would have been as great as it was without them. So THANK YOU! You nailed it! because I loved my internship every step of the way!
This internship has changed my life
February 21, 2020by: Christelle Larose - FranceMeiji Internships did a great job in organizing my stay in Singapore, and many activities with some other participants of the program. Meeting people from all over the world was an incredible experience that I didn't anticipate. I knew that working abroad would bring me many skills and change my way of working and seeing the world. But honestly, not only the work but the people you meet is something that might change your life forever. Singapore is a beautiful place gathering different cultures, religions, and ethnicities. This internship made me realized that our world is beautiful and that you can't realize how much it is precious by staying at home and watching some documentaries on your computer or on your phone. You have to go outside, and experience the real world !
So many benefits from this internship in Nagoya
February 21, 2020by: Kristian Freeh - GermanyI said to Meiji Internships that I wanted to intern in another city than Tokyo because I have been there three times already and I wanted to discover a new location. When they wrote me an email saying that a company in Nagoya wanted to have an interview with me, I already knew that it would be the right place to be. I have never been to Nagoya before, but it was on my list of cities to visit. This city is truly awesome! I was so happy to see the Nagoya castle which was one of the most powerful castles in Japan, where Oda Nobunaga was born! I went to the Railway Park which was very interesting, and I even went on a weekend trip to Ise. There are so many beautiful things to see on this island. I would advise you to make a quick research on google to have an idea of what you can find there because I can't tell you everything here, it would be way too long! Doing this internship was one of the best decisions I have made in my life. I gained precious skills in business development, in Japanese, and I had the opportunity to travel and discover two beautiful prefectures: Aichi prefecture and Mie prefecture. I can't wait for the next adventure!
Japanese food is the best
February 20, 2020by: Manuela Foerster - GermanyMy two months in Tokyo were amazing. I want to become a marketing specialist in the future, and I needed some work experience for my resume. Japan is a country where I always wanted to go, I took Japanese classes for two years. This internship was a really good experience for me. The thing I will miss the most is the food! My favorite dish is called kushikatsu, it's some fried vegetables, very crispy and delicious. You can order a set or "tanpin" which means one by one. With the other interns of the sharehouse, we went to a special restaurant where we could fry it ourselves, it was a very funny experience that I would recommend!
Taiwan experience: awesome!
February 20, 2020by: Aubrey Collins - United StatesMy internship in fashion design was wonderful! I helped my colleagues design new clothes for their brand. It was an unique situation for me to use my skills and develop new ideas for a real project. I don't speak Chinese, but everyone could speak English quite well so it was no problem. I wasn't their first intern so they were used to teaching things and giving feedback. They said that it is a great advantage to recruit interns because new people means fresh ideas and that everyone has their own style. When I applied, I didn't know how it would all work in terms of visa, paperwork and so on, but Meiji Internships' staff were very receptive and they answered all of my questions. They also helped me when I arrived, they picked me up from the airport and provided me with a bunch of cool services. I grew a lot thanks to this internship, and now I have a beautiful CV and lots of great memories!
Learning about engineering and Korean
February 18, 2020by: Elias Graf - AustriaHi there, my name is Elias and I did an internship in South Korea at the end of 2019. I still keep in contact with my host company and they are even willing to write me a recommendation letter for my next job. This internship allowed me to put the skills I have learned at uni to use and to have real work experience. When I applied in early 2019, they told me that doing an engineering internship in Korea would probably be hard without a good Korean level. So I worked hard during my Korean classes, I asked my teacher to give me additional exercises and I made quite a lot of progress. I was really motivated by this internship opportunity! When I had my interview with the host company, I was really stressed. I was afraid they would refuse me because of my Korean level, but they actually said that I was speaking very well and they accepted me!! I learned so many things either regarding my majoring field, but also in Korean. That's impressive the progress you can make by living and working for 1 month in a foreign country.
Great achievement
February 18, 2020by: Bram Linden - NetherlandsI applied for this internship because I wanted some work experience to help me find a job after graduation. These days if you don't have any experience, it's so hard to find a good job! I can say that I reached my goal and got a lot of knowledge. I managed the company database, analyzed various business models and learned a lot about the global job market. My overall experience was fantastic. Meiji Internships staff are all amazing people, really caring about making us spend a wonderful time. I had never left Europe before this internship and was a bit nervous as expected, but they provided me with all the necessary information and arranged everything for me in Taipei.
In the country of bubble tea
February 14, 2020by: Tremblay Tremblay - CanadaSo much fun in Taiwan! My stay was fantastic and I am so happy that I did this internship in Taiwan. At first, I really wanted to go to Japan, but I eventually changed my mind because I have visited Japan several times and I needed something more challenging. I didn't have any experience in HR, but they taught me everything little by little and after 3 months I felt confident and I was able to do (almost) everything by myself! I was doing full time (9 am-6 pm, 5 days/week) so I was quite busy on the weekdays. But during the weekends I didn't want to just stay in all day and always went outside, visiting the city and drinking Bubble Tea (I drunk so many!). One of my colleagues showed me how to prepare it myself: in Taiwan, you can buy packs of tapioca balls and make them yourself!
Volunteer experience with children
February 11, 2020by: Poppy Jones - United KingdomI am studying Japanese at uni and learning the Japanese sign language. I have always wanted to live in Japan because I love their culture and how respectful people are. As I am interested in the Japanese sign language as well, I asked Meiji Internships if it would be possible to find my internship in this field, and they found it! I am really thankful for this opportunity. It was an NGO helping children with different types of deafness. I helped organise a fundraising event, went to hospitals to entertain children and many other activities. The children were really cute and they seemed so happy to meet me! It was the best social experience I had in my life, thank you so much for this opportunity.
The most rewarding experience of my life
February 10, 2020by: Elea Giraud - FranceI am so excited to give you my feedback about my internship in South Korea! Going there was one of my dreams, and getting work experience at the same time was just perfect. My internship's field was trading so I worked in an import-export company in Seoul and I helped with partnerships by having phone calls in English, taking notes and some other administrative stuff. I didn't expect that I would get that much experience, but I had quite interesting tasks with responsibility and I learned so many things! During my free time, I visited Seoul and went to eat yummy stuff. I made very good friends while spending time in Hongdae, Korean people are very open and it's really easy to talk to them, even in English! This internship is my best experience so far!
Great internship in a nice city
February 10, 2020by: Julia Holler - AustriaI feel so lucky to have interned in Japan! I got incredible marketing skills as well as Japanese skills. I was lucky because my company was offering Japanese lessons for their interns, twice a week. I stayed for one month in Japan, in Fukuoka and I was so sad to leave this beautiful country! When I applied I didn't have a precise idea of what I wanted to do, I just wanted to experience something new and try to live in Japan. The staff of Meiji Internships did a great job and gave me good advice. They said that according to my CV and my introduction, a marketing internship or a tourism internship would fit me better, and I finally went for a marketing internship. So basically I was doing some digital marketing work and I also wrote some emails. I really learned a lot thanks to this experience, thank you Meiji!
The most beautiful and gratifying month of my life
February 02, 2020by: Helene Gagnon - CanadaI am very interested in social causes and I wanted to go abroad and give some of my time to a good cause. Meiji Internships found me a very fulfilling internship in an NGO for children's care. I spend one month to help disadvantaged children to re-enter society and to have access to education. My self from before this internship and my self from now are like two different persons. I am proud of the progress the children did in English during my classes, but I am also proud of myself growing as a Human and becoming more aware of the social problems and how to help people. I had some tough times when I realized that everyone cannot be helped on this Earth (because yes, sometimes the situation is way too complicated and you have to let go to focus on the others), but I also thought that we have to do what we can do to create a better world!
Interning in a Korean company
January 31, 2020by: Luna Smit - NetherlandsOne of my friends is living in South Korea and I was always envious of his Instagram posts, so instead of doing my internship in Amsterdam, I decided to go to South Korea. The best idea I had so far! I did many things in Seoul but wearing a Hanbok in the Gyeongbokgung Palace was truly awesome. You can have a Hanbok rental experience with a photoshoot, I really recommend it! With my colleagues, after work, we often went to some street restaurants to have spicy food like ddukbokki or spicy chicken. If you don't like spicy food, you have to make it clear to your colleagues from the beginning because if you don't... they might take you to eat very often haha! If I had to summarize my internship in one word: Daebak!
I am already planning my next trip to Taiwan!
January 30, 2020by: Jonas Weiss - AustriaI am majoring in Chinese, so I needed to do my internship in a Chinese speaking country. In the first place, I was only thinking about China, but when I had the interview with the staff of Meiji internships, she said that they also had partnerships in Taiwan, Hong Kong or Singapore, so I took some time to think, and I decided to be open for all the destinations. After that, they contacted me because a Taiwanese company was interested in me! The interview went well, and I decided to go for this internship. The whole process was clear and the agency was reliable and accessible. Life in Taiwan was wonderful. I was staying in a sharehouse with other interns who were adorable! Everyone was not so familiar with the cleaning so it was a bit annoying sometimes, but other than that, everything was perfect!
Valuable time in Japan
January 29, 2020by: April Lucas - United StatesAmazing experience in Tokyo, I gained knowledge of marketing, which is my major at uni. I am happy that I had the courage to do my internship in Japan, this beautiful country. Tokyo was amazing, this city never sleeps! My internship was creative and inspiring, thank you very much Meiji Internship for giving me this opportunity!
My crazy month in Tokyo!
January 22, 2020by: Oliva Brown - AustraliaTokyo is the kind of place that you should visit at least once in a lifetime! This is incredible how big the city is, how many people are walking in the streets and still, how quiet it is. Japan is definitely an example of order and respect. My internship was in tourism and hospitality and I worked in a hotel in Shibuya! Everyone in my team was so sweet and treated me so well, I couldn't have dreamed of better co-workers! I gained a lot of knowledge about this industry I improved my Japanese in just 1 month! The hotel was very well located in central Tokyo where we could hang out after work and discover this amazing city. They also offered me some days off so that I can travel to Kyoto and Nara. Even though I still prefered Tokyo, I was so happy to go there as well!
Vietnam internship program
January 22, 2020by: Christopher Roberts - United KingdomIn 2 months I learnt to develop my professional skills but also my knowledge and my understanding of Vietnamese culture. I wanted to experience living abroad for years and I'm so grateful that it finally happened. I have been studying Vietnamese at school so it was useful during the internship. Their culture is fascinating and just so different from mine! I don't have a lot of work experience, but even their working approach seemed different from the UK. If you decide to go for an internship abroad, I would advise you to take the time to be a tourist. I was 100% into my work during the first weeks, but doing an internship is also about discovering the country!!
Business development internship in Fukuoka
January 20, 2020by: Romy Krüger - GermanyThrough this internship, I became more independent and got self-confidence. I think it's important to communicate when you start something new in an unfamiliar environment like an internship. During the first days, I wasn't really expressing my feelings and my difficulties at work so I had some hard times. But then, when I finally tried to speak with my co-workers and ask them about my questions, they helped me right away and all my problems were suddenly solved! Fukuoka was a very nice destination, I traveled a bit in Kyushu (Oita prefecture and Nagasaki prefecture) and came back with unforgettable memories!
A real opportunity!
January 19, 2020by: Mathias Lehmann - GermanyBesides the work experience you will get, there are so many advantages of doing an internship abroad such as learning the language or visiting cultural sites. With so many people going abroad for their studies these days, I wanted to have my own experience to make a difference in my CV. So yeah, at first I was only thinking about my CV and my future job, but this internship was so much more than that! Every day was a new adventure with new challenges and I cherished every second of it! I know that having this kind of experience is a real chance and I'm so grateful to my parents who helped me in this adventure. I'm also thankful to Meiji Internships of course!
Awesooome Taiwan!!!!
January 17, 2020by: Manon Georget - FranceOmg guys I'm so happy to share my feedback with you! My internship in Taiwan was crazy! I fell in love with this country so much. I made amazing encounters and my work there was so pleasant! I was basically doing digital marketing (Facebook, Instagram, blog writing etc) for a guesthouse in Taipei and I really enjoyed doing that. I was also helping with the reception sometimes and I met with so many people! The owners of the guesthouse were really nice to me. One of them had done marketing studies so he taught me all I needed to know. We often had dinner with the team so we became quite close, also with the travelers who came to the guesthouse. They gave me a few days off so I could travel a bit. I went to the Taroko National Park, it was wonderful!! Please, don't hesitate to fulfill your dreams!!
A unique experience
January 17, 2020by: Suzie Young - United StatesI would like to thank Meiji internship for answering all my questions so well. I know that I tend to ask a lot of questions and I even switched packages because I couldn't find the accommodation by myself, but Meiji was very responsive and they helped me with everything. The internship went well and I learned a lot about marketing and communication. Vietnam is a stunning country, the food was the best! You can eat delicious dishes for nothing and you are always welcomed with a smile. I did a bit of tourism during my free time, the weather was so good and the beaches were really beautiful! I also loved the Golden bridge, even if it was a bit far from where I was living and there were sooo many people. Everything is completely different from the US so even just hanging out in the town was full of surprises.


Saving animals in Thailand
January 15, 2020by: Amber Dixon - United StatesI went to Bangkok in October and November of last year. Now, if I could do it again, I think I would not go in October because of the rain. From what I've heard, the best time to go is December, January, and February, when the weather is dry. But even if it was raining often I enjoyed my experience a lot! Thailand is a gorgeous country, and I had the time of my life. I interned in an NGO which was rehabilitating animals abused by the tourism industry, so I felt I was contributing to a good cause! With my English skills, I helped them raise awareness about animal abuse and promote the association. I gained a lot of experience while saving animals, so it was the perfect internship for me!! Thanks to this adventure, I'm a different person now. I feel stronger and unstoppable!
China's lifestyle
January 13, 2020by: Oliver Wright - United KingdomI knew it would be hard to find an internship AND a place to stay in Shanghai without a high Chinese level, so I applied at Meiji Internships. I had an online interview with them and after that, I had an interview with a Chinese fashion company. I was a bit stressed but it went very well and they offered me an intern position! Shanghai is a huge city, it's crazy! When I arrived everything was ready for my arrival: airport pick-up, accommodation, sim card, etc. I was reassured to already know some people there and to be able to contact someone if something was to happen. Fortunately, I didn't have to contact anyone because everything went well! I've learned about Marketing, Chinese language and culture, and also about becoming more independent so I'm very proud of myself and all my progress!
Summer internship
January 12, 2020by: Jana Keller - GermanySome months ago, I finished my summer internship through Meiji Internships and I am more than happy with the experience I have had. I love Kpop and the Korean culture is very fascinating for me, so I wanted to take this chance and visit this exciting country. Since I did not want to only be a tourist and do touristy stuff, I decided to intern in Seoul to fully experience the day-to-day life in Korea. The interview was very good and informative. It is nice to actually meet one of the Staff members face to face before going into your adventure. I joined some study abroad services before, and they never had such service. So I really valued this service at Meiji because it helped me feel at ease. My internship was not what I expected but I mean that in a good way. I wanted to do an internship in journalism and was kind of expecting to not be given a lot of tasks, especially because I only stayed for 2 months. But I had many cool tasks, like copywriting, translation, proofreading, researching pictures etc. I also attended many networking events and my colleagues were great. They helped me calm my nerves and navigate through the Korean corporate lifestyle. I will definitely come back to Korea one day. Such a great experience!
Traditional hostel in Kyoto, a wonderful adventure!
January 10, 2020by: Laurine Delmotte - FranceThe hostel where I was interning had a lot of foreign customers so I could help with communication and also correcting their emails. They could speak English quite good, but it wasn't perfect so I was more than happy to be able to help them. The staff was very open-minded and already knew a lot about European culture. They always made efforts to speak English with me when I couldn't understand what they said in Japanese. I still asked them to speak Japanese to me when possible, because I wanted to improve my Japanese at the same time. It was not my first time in Kyoto but I could see the city in a new light. I had more time to explore the hidden places in the city! I like the Kansai area, Osaka and Nara are close to Kyoto so I could go there a few times as well.
Taipei is incredible!
January 08, 2020by: Charlie Hall - United StatesEven if I was afraid because Taiwan seemed to be at the other end of the planet, I think it worthed the price to challenge myself and get out of my comfort zone! The difference in the way of thinking and in the culture is what made the journey memorable, and I realized that distance is only a number! Nowadays, we can easily travel from one country to another, and I think that this is amazing. My Internship's field was in Education and Teaching. The cute kids were so adorable and organizing activities in English for them was a real pleasure. I really loved teaching children because I didn't feel any pressure and they all welcomed me with open arms. One of the kids even asked me for my email address and already sent me an email asking me if I went back home without any trouble (in English of course!!). It was a very valuable internship!
Career goal!
January 07, 2020by: Jake Barber - United StatesSo 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!
Traveling and getting maturity and experience
December 27, 2019by: Tessa Price - United StatesHong 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!
Design in Vietnam
December 26, 2019by: Aileen Parker - United StatesI studied Vietnamese in high school, so I decided to do my Internship in web design there. I had to do an internship anyway for my uni credits, so I thought it was a good idea to intern abroad and learn about web design AND Vietnamese at the same time! I interned in a startup company, and they needed someone to help create a beautiful new website and some other projects. The web designer of the company used to give me some assignments that he would review and give me feedback on it. He was really kind and taught me so many things! I think I was a good help for them too because they seemed to appreciate my ideas and my design style. Other than that, I've always wanted to visit Vietnam and I was truly happy to do my internship there! This country is charming and the people there are welcoming!
High quality!
December 24, 2019by: Felix Wolf - GermanyI am studying Asian Culture and Economics, but I don't speak Chinese (Or now I have some basic knowledge thanks to my internship!), so Meiji Internships found me a nice company in Taipei, where almost everyone could understand English! I applied for a Business development internship and I had a very rewarding experience. I learned a lot and listened to every piece of advice I could get from my colleagues. I can highly recommend doing an internship abroad. This was a real challenge, but I'm so proud of myself now! And Taiwan is a really nice place. Honestly, if everyone could try to leave abroad, I think the world would be a better place with open-minded people.
The big city of Tokyo
December 23, 2019by: Alden Davis - United StatesTokyo was amazing! My brother did an internship in China, but I wanted to have a different experience, and I had a better feeling with Japan. Even though I don't speak Japanese (or only some basic words), it was not a problem in Tokyo and the company I interned with. My mother was a bit worried because it was my first time going abroad alone, but I really wanted to intern in Asia because the culture is so different and fascinating. It was a good idea to trust Meiji Internship because they helped me with the accommodation, the sim card and so on. They also sent me a newsletter with a list of events, it was really nice. I gained experience and also independence thanks to this internship... amazing!
There is a before and an after this internship
December 18, 2019by: Simon Bane - United StatesInterning in a Korean company was amazing. I had some cultural shocks, but that's exactly why I chose to intern in Korea. Before this internship I knew nothing about this country, I just wanted to see how I can adapt to a different environment and I think I did a good job. But yeah, of course, I had so many culture shocks. I didn't imagine the mentality and the culture to be so different. I was particularly surprised by the food there! It is so spicy!! And they sometimes eat weird things like bugs! I had the chance (?) to try eating bugs when I was walking around a food market... But yeah, other than the food, I had a good time at the company and I learned a lot while interning there. I already had some experience in marketing strategy, but I realized it can be different from one country to another. This internship also made me realized how important it is to speak foreign languages these days. This internship made me question myself about new ways of thinking, and I feel that I'm not the same man I was 3 months ago!
A so wonderful country and beautiful culture
December 17, 2019by: Grace Dior - United StatesThe best Asian country I've visited so far!! Taiwan is full of surprises, the culture is incredible and the company I interned with was just perfect. The staff of the company was so nice to me, they always invited me to go eat after work (I worked mostly with three women) and they offered me some snacks almost every day at the office. ^^ Two of them had very good skills in English, so I could always ask them when I had some questions. I had to speak in Chinese with the other one, but it was a great opportunity to improve my Chinese as well. Taiwan is so beautiful, seriously guys, I definitely have a crush on this country haha! I've been to other Asian countries before, but Taiwan is my favorite place and I hope I can go back there soon to visit my host company again and continue discovering new nature spots.
Experiencing work in a beautiful country
December 13, 2019by: Abby Nelson - United StatesI have to be honest with you... I had the time of my life in Seoul!! Koreans are nice, Meiji internships' people are competent, and Korea is AMAZING!! I got work experience, but also life experience. I'm also glad the friends I made there are still contacting me sometimes. I will come back to Korea for sure, and I hope the contacts I got from my internship will help me finding good opportunities there. South Korea is a beautiful country so I tried to travel as much as I could. Jeju Island was a Paradise, it was the best place I visited. You HAVE to go there!!
Thank you so much!!
December 13, 2019by: Jonathan Allen - United StatesIt wasn't my first time in Osaka, but the experience was drastically different from my first stay. It allowed me to discover the city in a brand new way. For me, it was very interesting to see what's hidden behind the walls of those big buildings and understand how everything works. I applied for a marketing internship, and Meiji responded very well to my requests. From the first emails and the interview, I felt that the work was done seriously and with professionalism. In my company, I had to do some basic things as well as more challenging tasks, so I never got bored and I could learn lots of different things. I could also take part in some meetings and get a real company experience. I was really happy that Meiji Internships found me a company in Osaka because the city is very well located. Not too far from Kyoto and Nara, near the sea, and you can access the countryside very easily... perfect location!
Learned a great deal!
December 12, 2019by: Jen Hill - United StatesI highly recommend interning in Vietnam if you are considering it. It might be a bit of a culture shock at first but the people there are so kind and the staff is always there to help you with anything you need. I always felt welcome, which made the adjustment to my new home and workplace a lot smoother. Additionally, this opportunity taught me a lot. Leaving Vietnam, I felt I had gained valuable experience adapting, understanding culture and speaking a foreign language. The tourism industry is a great choice if you are visiting a country for the first time and want to gain some hands-on skills. As an American, I found it especially interesting to learn about „The American War“ (something I remember briefly studying for about a month in 7th grade) from people who lived it (even if they didn’t fight in it). You can go visit a lot of battlefields, museums, and underground tunnels - and you should! Despite the war’s lingering presence, I did not sense any anti-Americans vibes. Everyone was always incredibly nice and helpful. This trip was worth every cent because what you gain from interning abroad you can’t gain any other way!
My best internship so far
December 11, 2019by: Amandine Bcqt - FranceMy internship in Fukuoka was not my first one, but it was the first in Asia. Everything was so different from my previous experiences. I mean, yeah, you will learn things related to work of course, but not only! The culture is completely different from Europe, so you will learn about society, ways of thinking, food (the best haha)... It helped me opening my mind and becoming more tolerant. Interning in Asia was definitely a good idea. Fukuoka is an incredible place. I was so happy that Meiji Internships found me something there! Now I can also speak a bit of Hakata's dialect! Kyushu is a Paradise on Earth, with so many beautiful spots. I was able to visit some places on weekends, like Oita or Nagasaki. Yep, no regrets!
Design internship in Tokyo
December 10, 2019by: Ugo Bossi - ItalyWhat a challenge for me to live in such a huge city like Tokyo, but what a memorable experience! I wanted to visit Tokyo anyway, so why not gaining work experience while visiting? I had a great time there, doing my internship in Design. At some point, they needed my help with SNS tasks and a bit of copywriting. I applied in priority for Design, but I said that I was also interested in Marketing, so I was happy to be polyvalent sometimes. As it might help some people: I am a vegetarian, and I thought it would be complicated to eat vege food in Japan, but actually it was not! I cooked my bento for lunch at the sharehouse sometimes, and there are plenty of vege restaurants in Tokyo, even vegan if needed! Or I would eat kitsune udon, yasai tempura... lots of options! Anyway, don't worry if you are a vegetarian, you can do your internship in Tokyo!! Thank you Meiji Internships for this amazing experience! I will remember it my whole life!
Good good good
December 09, 2019by: Esteban Puertas - SpainWhat a great balance between the office days in the big city and the amazing gateways in Vietnam's countryside on the weekends. I did my internship in a tourism company where I had mainly Marketing tasks. I loved attending the Marketing Strategy meetings. Everyone had creative minds and I got so much inspiration from them. Vietnam's culture is full of legends and its history is so interesting! I love world's history and culture, so I could never get bored in a city like Hô-Chi-Minh. Also, discovering the countryside on the weekends was amazing, and very open-minding. Every day was a new adventure, and I understood the real meaning of "challenge"!
Great time in Hong Kong
December 09, 2019by: Mario Ciotta - ItalyMy 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.
Bustling Bangkok business
December 08, 2019by: Kevin Tse - United StatesIt was my first time traveling and working as business intern overseas and Thailand seemed like the best place to start with this new adventure. Meiji staff supported and assisted me throughout this journey with all types of support ranging from Visa assistance, accommodation arrangement, local event information and sightseeing trip to Pattaya. The business internship program was focused on tasks doing competitor research, analysis of a new product to be exported to the US, scheduling meetings for my supervisor and also attending these as an assistant. As the company was fairly small (around 10 people) I was given a lot of responsibility for my tasks and also did a few correspondence calls to potential customers by myself. I wanted to achieve the most during my time here and I think I performed well for the two months I was here. The most fun part was my final trip to Chiang Mai I did with a friend. We went hiking on the highest mountain and also did elephant riding. Definitely an unforgettable experience!
High-tech city and concrete jungle Taipei
December 08, 2019by: Elodie Brunet - FranceHaving taken the advantage of the full business package including an internship in a marketing role as well as daily Mandarin courses with professional teachers, and networking my way through several international events and startup business gatherings ! Meiji's support and communication is superb with an unbelievably nice and motivated young team whom it was always a pleasure to talk to and join their events. Much of my free time I spent exploring the huge urban jungle of Taipei and when I got too tired of city life, I went for some hiking in the nearby mountains and national parks. I even had time for some great short trips to nearby Keelung City and Tamsui District for really fresh and delicious seafood !
Beautiful nature and wildlife in Hokkaido
December 06, 2019by: James Tyler - United StatesPlease let me go back in time and do this program again! I have made so many friends in the two months I've been in Sapporo. Hokkaido is such a great place to explore all the natural spots during the weekends and also learn about the mystical culture of the Nordic native people called "Ainu". I met so many super awesome people on my journey and went with them also to the cozy city port of Hakodate on the Southern tip. It was a once in a lifetime experience and I already miss all the people and my fellow colleagues from my company I was working at. Advise: Make sure to check out the sea food market in Sapporo. Mouth watering and fresh sea food wherever you look.
A creative and open-minded internship
December 05, 2019by: Daniela Orense - SpainWhat a wonderful experience to intern in South Korea! I've always been attracted by Korean's culture and their vision of arts. I had the opportunity, for 3 months, to do my internship in web design. The company I joined was creating web and media content. They needed someone able to use illustrator, photoshop, etc. Someone with lots of creativity. And I think I did the job well. (I hope so!) The company was divided into different teams, and the team I was put into was awesome. Everyone was so talented! I could learn a lot about web design and several times, I was able to manage some little projects on my own. It was so satisfying to find my concepts and my creations on official websites! I'm so thankful to Meiji Internships for their hard work! I felt that they were really concerned about me and the lady with whom I have the first interview was so nice to me! She always inquired about everything going well at the company and respond clearly to all my questions. I want to do it again!! jaja
Summer internship in HK
December 04, 2019by: Erik Paquin - CanadaMy 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.
Taiwan business development internship
December 03, 2019by: Andrea Alfaro - SpainFrom the minute I applied to the last day of my internship, Meiji did a great job in assisting all my requests and helping me out with the whole organization of my trip to Taiwan. My experience in Taiwan was really amazing and I had opportunity to intern with an IT company in Taipei in my field of interest. I acquired a lot of transferable skills, organized meetings for my supervisor and also managed the logistics behind a large convention we helped organizing with several other companies in central Taipei. Just make sure not to hesitate when colleagues try to give you new tasks. Even if you might be unsure on how you will perform. I found out it is always better to try something new and challenge yourself. Don't hesitate and consider Taiwan as it is the best place for networking and also making professional business contacts for your career. Much love and all the best to my host company and all the cool staff at Meiji!
Internship @ sunny Busan beach
December 01, 2019by: Vincenzo Mannone - ItalyI knew I wanted to work in Asia this Summer. I knew it has to be in South Korea, but I didn't know it's going to be in Busan! Yes, I was expecting to go to Seoul as it is the capital and the place where two of my friends went before, but I was open to the job position Meiji offered me in South Korea's second largest city. My internship was in a tourist and media marketing company that worked with the local municipality in attracting more foreign tourists and promote the greater Busan region for leisure and cultural activities. I am studying Business administration back in Italy, so it was a great opportunity for me to help my company with organizing several promotional projects to attract more European tourists and also help translating work on several guided tours we offered in Busan and surrounding areas. My supervisor was really happy with my work that I quickly got his trust and was appointed with several market research projects on competitors and also attended client meetings with my boss. A few words to Busan, it is one of the largest ports in Asia, has wonderful beaches and a lot of parties and festivals, especially during my three months I was there during the Summer season. Honestly coming into this internship I didn't really expect so much things to do in Busan and after two weekend trips to Seoul and also Fukuoka in Japan, I can say that Busan is definitely my favorite place to work, live and travel across East Asia due to its great access and cheap living costs. Kamsamnida and graze mille!
Comfort zone escape
November 30, 2019by: Amelia Hasting - United StatesPersonally, I did step out of my comfort zone A LOT when I came to Japan. I learned a lot, not just work-related but also about myself. I also made many great friends and gained real life work skills. The company even helped me figure out some coding, editing with photoshop and other it skills that I had never considered before. You can learn a lot in 2 months!
Much love for Vietnam
November 30, 2019by: Fee T. - GermanyVolunteering in Vietnam was super rewarding. In the month I've been there I met so many amazing people from around the world and shared a lot of memories together. From the staff at my local NGO to local people in Ho Chi Minh City and of course all fellow volunteers were super friendly. Everything from the process of booking the internship to checking into my accommodation was well prepared and organized. The placement options for tasks I wanted to do were diverse, too. I was involved in food outreach, teaching local kids and also helping out with community work like #trashtag projects, raising awareness on food and body hygiene for young kids. It was definitely rewarding for my future career and ambitions of what I want to do in my life.
Yummy dumplings & blockchain internship in Shanghai
November 30, 2019by: Samantha Brooks - United StatesThrough Meiji, I was able to gain a deep look of what it means working for a Chinese IT company. My company was located in central Shanghai and focused on offering blockchain and cryptocurrency related services. My major being in finance gave me the opportunity to combine my interest and passion of finance with the IT world. I was able to understand the basics behind cryptocurrency, how to perform fundraising and also prepared business pitches for foreign clients and high-class individual investors. Having had the business package gave me access to several business networking events Meiji provided me with. Most of them were organized by third parties. But I was granted access to a few "invitation only" events. Business is done here quite different from back in the States, but it was a sharp learning curve I undertook in these two months in the last Summer. As a result I am walking aways equipped with new IT skills, a large pool of international contacts I made and a lot of cultural experiences. China is great! You should find out for yourself!!
First-hand experiences
November 29, 2019by: Lou Sz - Czech RepublicI had a wonderful time in Thailand! I was lucky because I was put in charge of my own project. The marketing sector of my company was not too big, so I could essentially help build it up from scratch. When my supervisor learned that I was majoring in Marketing, he asked me to help spread the word of our fantastic company - which I did! I set up an instagram account and started posting information about the hostel. I also came up with a marketing plan and that should help my host company reach plenty more clients by next year. Due to visa regulations, I only stayed for a month, but I am positive that I will return soon. There is so much left to do that I would love to get my hands on. Thank you Meiji for introducing me to my fav company ever!
Pays off!
November 29, 2019by: Toby Martin - United KingdomDefinitely worth it! Made a lot of friends, learned quite a bit about acquiring new clients and how to mediate in a Taiwanese work environment with international clients from Japan, China and Singapore. In the next few years, I am planning to obtain an MBA from a top university. Two of their main admission prerequisites are solid recommendations and work experience. Luckily, I now possess such a letter of recommendation thanks to my business development internship in Taiwan. Many applicants have recommendations from their internship supervisors, but few have any from international companies, let alone big Taiwanese firms! Hence, I believe it was a good choice to do my internship in Taiwan and am positive it will pay off once the acceptance letters come rolling in.
Priceless experience for life!
November 27, 2019by: Tina Bauer - GermanyThis 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.
My Korean adventure
November 27, 2019by: Sinan Cimen - GermanyMy two months in Korea were very intense! From the minute I landed in Incheon to the last night I partied in the streets of Hongdae. Seoul was a rollercoaster of emotions and great experiences I made. Meiji was definitely very helpful during the whole process and helped me with all my queries and support where they could. My internship was in a digital marketing consulting company, where I was appointed with several tasks from managing SNS accounts, writing articles and also attending client meetings to get a whole overview of the services my host company was offering. During my time another Meiji intern also interned at the same company what really made me feel more at home as he also was from Germany and we were able to hang out in our free time as well. Meiji organized a couple of events from BBQ parties to business conferences where I have been to only two events. But they were definitely great. I heard that other Meiji interns were meeting up for other activities, but I have been very busy with my work and also made a lot of Korean friends. My Korean didn't improve too much during my time as two months are actually a short time, but I have made a lot of great Korean friends and will be back in Summer again for a second internship. This time most likely in Busan and with Meiji again! :)
Travel + work experience
November 21, 2019by: Wie Bke - GermanyI had an amazing time in Sapporo! I worked and enhanced my resume while fully immersing myself in the Japanese culture and joining all sorts of activities. Most people might go “Hokkaido?? Why go there??“ but it is sooo worth it! I love nature, so I was happy to see that Meiji Internships offers the “Explore“ option. I loved my internship and also had plenty of time to travel and relax and unwind. It was truly an amazing experience and I would definitely go again!
Fuuuuun!
November 21, 2019by: Louise Rose - FranceThis is truly a wonderful programme from beginning to end! Very good application process, transparent regulations and clear structure. I felt confident to go to Korea and join Meiji’s programme. I informed them of my interests and they found a perfect internship for me in Seoul. I do not think I could have done that by myself. The on-site staff then provided airport pickup, showed me around and explained a lot to me. For instance, how to get to work without using Google Maps because that is hardly a thing in Korea. I liked that Meiji checked back with me at several occasions so I think it is true to say that they do place a lot of importance on each individual because it shows! The programme is perfect for people who like independence but also like a bit of support when needed. I always felt comfortable in Seoul and in my company and liked how I was free in customising my internship abroad thanks to Meiji.
Marketing intern
November 21, 2019by: Lotte Keijser - NetherlandsMy internship with Meiji surpassed my expectations. The friendships I have made with my colleagues and other expats are something I will cherish forever. My work as a marketing intern/content producer was brilliant - and 120% hands-on! No more textbooks lol I worked in a marketing team of 5 people and was in charge of editing photos, coming up with new ideas and copywriting. I also did a lot of research and conducted market research. My colleagues also took me to places outside the office, like restaurants, sightseeing and even client meetings. Singapore is a fun place and I am sure that I will return. In case any of my fellow vegetarians are reading this: There are more food options for us than one may expect - especially thanks to all the yummy Indian restaurants ^-^
Worth it!
November 19, 2019by: Mitchell Carter - CanadaAfter coming home from Singapore, I immediately wished I could go back. My internship in Singapore was amazing and I got a lot out of it. I learned about the field I want to go into (E-commerce), acquired real-life skills and experienced life abroad. Well, not just life abroad but life in ASIA! I always felt like there is a huge cultural discrepancy between Asia and North America, so I am proud to have gained worked experience on both continents. Chatting with the Meiji staff online and the consultation call helped me a lot to ease into the idea of living abroad on my own. Also, I quickly made a lot of friends from all around the world who seemed just as confused/excited as I was hahah! My accommodation was good; small but cozy. I had a blast and can recommend this experience to anyone looking to intern abroad!
Career-shaping!
November 18, 2019by: Hanna Böckmann - GermanyMeiji has given me the amazing opportunity to work abroad in an amazing country. I was placed with a fantastic IT company with a great work and learning environment. My main tasks revolved around business development and marketing and even though I am a Business Administration major myself, I had plenty of opportunities to learn new things. I was also given the time to explore and take in the culture. Japan’s culture is so unique! I still think about it a lot in my daily life back at home. I met a lot of good friends, made connections, had unforgettable experiences and furthered my vocational skills. I could not thank Meiji enough for all the support. You guys are wonderful!
I loved it!!
November 18, 2019by: Camille Dubois - FranceMy experience in Japan may have had a few rough patches, but I would never change the decision I made to do my internship in Tokyo! The staff and my colleagues were exceptionally kind and the programme is well planned and customised to my needs and uni requirements. So I could be flexible with planning my internship! I am sad that my four weeks has gone by so quickly. I’d love to go back!! to learn and see more! Housing was all over the city, so there is no guarantee where you will be or who you will be with. In my case, I stayed in a share house with very cool people! But I know other people from the programme who chose to live alone. So there are options :-) In case you were wondering, food and transport is not included in the packages. But eating out in Tokyo is so much fun and so cheap. At home, eating out is usually only for special occasions, but in Tokyo I ate lunch at restaurants nearly every day! So good! Cooking with my flatmates was fun as well though!
Unique chance
October 27, 2019by: Millie O'Sullivan - United KingdomWhen I looked into different internship providers and websites, I was overwhelmed, to say the least. However, I soon came to notice that Meiji Internships seems to be the only operator out there, who offers internships in Japan which are not only in Tokyo, but anywhere. That was a decisive factor in choosing Meiji over other third-party internship providers. Another big factor was the fact that the service Meiji offers is simply a lot cheaper. Based on my experience with them, I can now officially assure you that while they are cheaper, they hold very high standards of service. They genuinely care about you, your goals and your dream internship. I talked to my boss and he explained that Meiji had asked him a multitude of questions before considering his company as a host company. With Meiji, you are in good hands. Advice? My advice is to always check back with the team about the things that will be provided. My kitchen, for instance, came with a microwave, a stove, a kettle, a fridge, storage and basic cutlery and utensils. I wish I had received a list of items that will be provided before coming to Nara. That way, I could have brought my french press and mixer from home.
Great support for Japan newbies!
October 27, 2019by: Eli Walton - United StatesI strongly suggest doing an internship with Meiji. I chose the Standard Package for 3 months and worked for a Digital Marketing services company. It was my first time visiting Japan and also, my first real work experience (not counting babysitting tho hahah). Meiji handled everything very professionally. I was certain that my millions of billions of questions would push their buttons eventually, but they always responded in the friendliest and most helpful manner! Great help for a Japan newbie like me! I enjoyed my internship a lot because I was involved with many departments and had the chance to learn a lot. This will surely come in handy in future opportunities. Housing was great as well. Fukuoka’s cool. No complaints.
Brilliant programme!
October 23, 2019by: Alex Murphy - United KingdomMeiji’s service and my internship in Busan went beyond all my expectations! The housing that was arranged prior to my arrival was well located and clean. The staff and weekend activities were fantastic. Even on the weekends when Meiji did not have something planned, there was loads to do in Busan. It is an amazing city, especially if it is your first time living abroad on your own. My Tourism & Marketing internship was very rewarding and colleagues quickly turned into mates. Although Meiji does not have an office in Korea, they had on-site staff that was very helpful and incredibly supportive, regularly checking in with us. Really appreciated their support and the organisation behind it. I can recommend this programme to anyone interested in living and working in Korea!
Kaya toast rulez!
October 02, 2019by: Tom - GermanyMy name is Tom and I am a second year international student at SOAS in London. My major is in Mandarin, but I am also very interested in pursuing a job career in Marketing and business. This is the reason why I went for an internship in Singapore with Meiji as I thought it would equip me with the right skills to pursue an international career somewhere in the Far East! Their support was overwhelming and after a proper consultation and a bit of waiting they founed d me an internship in an ecommerce business where I was able to use my multilingual skills and also practice Mandarin with fellow colleagues. As I am a complete newbie I wasn't able to do most of the tasks my colleagues were involved. But they made a lot of effort helping me out and after my first two weeks I got more and more responsibilities given. My two months were definitely a non-forgetable experience and I will be back soon. Just missing the amazing power breakfast (Kaya Toast and a strong brewed coffee or milk tea). At least we have enough tea back in the UK I guess. haha You should also travel to nearby Malaysia and Indonesia. I did a one week chill out in Bali after returning back home to Germany and then to the UK for my studies.
Far from home is home
September 29, 2019by: Wyatt T. - United StatesTbh I was rather skeptical about the concept behind “arranged internships“ but since I struggled with finding an internship in China on my own, I decided to go through the admission process and was accepted into Meiji Internships program. When I told friends and family that I was going to China, my decision was met with stereotypes and criticism. “Why don’t you stay in Michigan?“ “You could have just gone over to Chinatown, that’s cheaper“ “You don’t speak any Chinese, how do you plan on communicating over there?“, to name a few ridiculous comments I have heard. I have always been interested in Asian culture and going to China seemed like the logical thing to do since China’s culture influenced so many other parts of Asia. I am a business major who has not quite found his niche yet, so I was flexible when it came to choosing an industry. During my Skype call, Meiji’s consultant encouraged me to start looking into Tourism because it would be the best option (given my limited experience and language skills). I agreed and soon was invited to a Skype interview with a Shanghai-based adventure tourism company. I love the outdoors and adrenaline rushes, so this talk got me hyped! Luckily, the company accepted hosting my internship and I was good to go! Arriving in Shanghai, Meiji had taken care of airport pick-up, accommodation, and provided me with a data sim card and a transportation card. It was nice having all these things ready upon arriving in Shanghai, so I didn’t need to worry about anything after spending around 24h on planes:P I thoroughly enjoyed my work and learned a lot about the Chinese tourism industry as well as the Chinese work mentality. My tasks varied a lot which was great! It also inspired me to think more about my long-term goals. I could see myself living here in the future. I guess far from home has become my home:D I got to know some of the best people I have ever met. From Asia to Europe to America to Australia, they were all amazing and loads of fun to be with. The Meiji staff is highly considerate, plans ahead and organizes all sorts of events. I had the time of my life!
Internship in SG
September 24, 2019by: Alisha Lawrence - United StatesMy internship experience in Singapore exceeded my expectations. The immense support from Meiji Internships's team helped me adjust to living and working in this foreign city. Also, the social and cultural events that I was invited to helped fostering a sense of community between interns and locals. I was placed in a fantastic internship which worked very well with the uni credits I still had to earn. The city is absolutely amazing and so were the friends and connections I made. 10/10 would recommend! It's not only an investment in your professional life, but also in your personal development. Thanks Meiji for making my time in Singapore unforgettable!
New adventure - new me!
September 23, 2019by: Stephanie Taylor - United StatesDuring 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!
A photographer in the marketing world!
September 23, 2019by: Lola González - MexicoI recently finished a 2-month internship program in Osaka with Meiji Internships. If you are a student looking for international work experience and opportunities to explore Japan's business and touristic world, this program is for you! The point that probably interests you most: I have been more than happy to work at the company that Meiji found for me. I had to rush the selection process a little due to uni requirements, but Meiji managed to arrange a Skype interview with a prospective host company in just 10 days! The description of that company did not meet my expectations. I wanted to intern in Design & Photography, but that company offered me a Marketing Internship. However, during the Skype call it became clear to me that Design & Photography would play a vital role in my Marketing internship. During my internship, I was entrusted to work on one of the biggest Marketing campaigns my company had going on! That allowed me to put my skills into practice while learning a lot about Marketing. Never would I have thought how important it is to know basic market research and marketing tools - even as a designer/photographer! Honestly, I do not think it would have been possible for me to land such a great position in this amazing company as quickly as I did without Meiji. I am incredibly happy I opened up to doing an internship outside of my industry because ironically, that way I learned a lot more about the value of my skills, my creativity and myself! Now I cover both spheres: I am a great photographer, but also know how to market my work professionally! That is definitely something that distinguishes me from other artists!
IT Internship
September 22, 2019by: Cécile Léonard - FranceThis summer I had a fantastic time interning in Taiwan. The experience was everything I wanted it to be and more. While I primarily study IT at uni, I also took classes in Mandarin. For that my internship was ideal. I could practise my language skills while deepening my coding and programming skills. I found the Taiwanese working culture to be quite different from the French. That’s why I would recommend anyone to read up on Taiwanese business manners or even take classes on how to do business before going. There are many good books. Sure, you can also get by without knowing the proper etiquette, but behaving to the cultural standards leaves a better impression than saying “sorry am foreigner“ at all times. If you have an open mind and would like to intern in a country that is still relatively off the beaten (career) track, I recommend Taiwan!
Great time!
September 22, 2019by: Daniel Tran - United StatesThis experience meant huge personal growth for me. Learning to live in a new country all by myself and looking after myself was a big step. At first, it was an intimidating idea and the first few days were not a piece of cake, but I wouldn’t change a thing about my time in Korea. The company Meiji Internships found was right down my alley. Working there helped me understand the world of digital marketing and business development. I especially liked how practical and comforting it was. A huge plus of the program was living with other interns and uni students in a dorm-style setting near Bukhansan national park. Living in Seoul is great. There is a lot to do and public transport is fairly easy to navigate.
Hidden paradise on high tech island
September 15, 2019by: Juhani Saarela - FinlandMy two months business development internship in Taipei was a blast! On my first day, there was not too much time left with orientation. I was directly asked how much I want to get involved and I told them as much as possible. I really liked their fast-moving attitude as I was a bit concerned that I would have to go through paper filing and making tea for the first week at least. I was handed several tasks from following up on our supply chain management and how we could improve certain logistical hurdles we had with current suppliers. They even let me do a research in trying to find other manufacturers we might be able to partner. Most of my colleagues could speak English, but the overall communication between them was in Chinese obviously. I should mention that I have been before to China and Thailand once for holidays, but not to Taiwan. I wasn't expecting such a huge and innovative tech startup scene with a lot of international entrepreneurs and all types of technology-oriented conventions to be hosted there. My accommodation was also great. I chose to stay in one of Meiji's private apartments and everything was perfect. Clean, well equipped and close to public transportation. The only drawback was my Japanese style low bed that I had to get used to in the beginning but started really liking it afterwards :) Make sure to get out on weekends. Not just for amazing clubbing around Taipei101 and the city center, but also for some great hiking spots and beautiful beaches in Kenting I went for surfing!!! XieXie Meiji Internships and a shout out to the great support you guys gave me during my stay.
Ho Chi Minh adventures
September 14, 2019by: Hans-Peter Schmidt - GermanyAt the moment I am in my second year studying business and Japanese at the Ruhr-Universität Bochum in Germany. I found Meiji through friends who recommended me them as I have heard good stories about their internship program. I needed a business internship for uni credits and I also wanted to apply for a scholarship to fund part of my internship program. Meiji was very supportive and helped out by mediating all the process of getting the documents to the right people in charge and also helping me out with any questions I had like visa, accommodation, social activities and much more. I was placed in an IT startup focusing on developing new apps and softwares for warehouse storaging and supply chain management of all types of goods. Most of my staff could speak English, but some of the supervisors could not. I was very lucky that I was given a ten days break during my two months internship that I used to explore the beautiful beaches and countryside of South Vietnam. Definitely recommend to wander around Ho Chi Minh City and visit many parts of the suburbs. You can find a lot of cool and local places in addition to a large Koreantown with a lot of good BBQ places to go to. Thanks for all Meiji and hope to be back to Asia after my graduation. Peace up!
Volunteering in Seoul
September 13, 2019by: Rose Campbell - AustraliaMy two months helping homeless children and supporting them with educational activities was a very intense, yet rewarding experience for me. Initially, I wanted to engage in other social projects with animals and street dogs in Korea. Meiji recommended me to consider this type of volunteer internship as it is becoming a social problem in Korea and it would give me a good insight in how I could develop my skills for helping others. I really felt that my communicational and organisational skills improved tremendously, not to mention of all the great Korean & international friends I made during my time. I booked my own accommodation as I went with the placement package. If I could change anything I would have booked my accommodation with Meiji. The other Meiji intern I met had a really good time there and made a lot of friends. The sharehouse that I found by myself was not the cleanest and quite far away from my internship placement.
Eye-opening experience by helping orphan kids
September 03, 2019by: Pe ter - GermanyI decided to take some time off after my Abitur (high-school) and go on a small adventure to Asia before starting university in Germany. As I am from a small town in Germany and have never been to Asia, I was extremely excited about what is waiting for me. I was especially interested in going to China first for doing volunteer work and giving back something to local communities. But when I checked Meiji's website and viewed Taiwan, it really felt like a mystical and unknown place. After having had my first Skype interview with one of Meiji's consultants, I decided to give both destinations a chance for my three months of volunteer experience. Due to visa restrictions and also great experiences I read about this island nation, I decided to choose Taiwan over China! During my time there I spent my volunteer experience in two organizations and had the chance to work with orphan kids and help them learn English. I was also involved in organizing social events, cooking with the kids and helping out in community projects where we cleaned local neighborhoods together with locals. The other organization I went to was involved in helping poor people with free food and also housing solutions. Sometimes it felt so sad seeing how other people live and that it is not normal for everybody to enjoy a luxurious life. I really understood how much we should be thankful for what we have, but also how much my work was contributing to the life of fellow Taiwanese. On top of it, I made so many fellow Taiwanese and international friends, had great food (except stinky tofu!) and saw the natural beauty of Taiwan!!! Xiexie Meiji and Taiwan wasn't my last time!
Unforgettable time!
September 03, 2019by: Larissa Buchli - SwitzerlandThanks to a recommendation from one of my professors, I was able to intern at a Digital Design Studio in Shanghai. During my time there, I produced content for websites and marketing material. I also wrote and proofread blogs. Carrying out these tasks, I learnt the basics of copywriting, SEO and a bit of HTML. I also got some insights into the Chinese startup scene which is very interesting. My colleagues nicely welcomed me into the team and taught me many things I was unfamiliar with. My internship was definitely the most memorable time this year. Unforgettable!
Mutual benefits
September 02, 2019by: Yu Lee - SingaporeHaving studied Business with a concentration in Economics at NYU, I was presented with many ample opportunities to use my academic skillset in my internship with Meiji Internships. As I worked in my company’s Revenue Management department, I became well acquainted with Microsoft Office, but was by no means limited to spreadsheet analysis and construction. I attended several meetings in which objectives were set and plans were scrutinized for adequate implementation. Furthermore, I was able to present my findings to a broad audience of industry representatives. I realize that my stay was both beneficial for my own skillset as well as for my company: Our quarterly report showed positive growth during my internship. Coincidence? I don’t think so!
Meiji was great!
September 02, 2019by: Rowen Clark - IrelandMeiji Internships organised a wonderful experience in Thailand. Not only did they help me find an internship at a firm in an industry I was interested in, but also organised activities outside of work. Everyone was extremely friendly, knowledgable and helpful. I worked in a start-up company that specialised in digital marketing. Working there gave me the opportunity to work in a close-knit team which taught me a lot. Also, knowing such great people really helped me feel safe and enjoy my time in this rather foreign environment. Overall: Great Support! Great Accommodation! Great Atmosphere!
Amazing opportunity
August 28, 2019by: Giselle Dani - FranceWhat an amazing opportunity! I learned a lot working in my company and this experience will greatly benefit me in my future education and career. Special thanks to my university coordinator, Meiji Staff and representatives. The guidance I received throughout the summer assisted me in further developing my creativity and business skills. My internship exceeded my expectations and taught me a lot. Thank you!
Never have I ever…
August 27, 2019by: Daniela Peña Ruiz - Chile- Lived abroad - worked full-time - traveled abroad on my own - been to a country where I do not know the language at all - swam under a waterfall - eaten with chopsticks every day for 3 months - prayed at a shrine - had foreign friends/friends who don’t know Spanish - lived on my own I never did any of these things. Never BEFORE I started my internship in Tokyo! Traveling, living and working in a foreign country, on a foreign continent where you do not speak the local language, where you do not know the culture and where you are all aline can be quite daunting. I soon realized I had nothing to be afraid of. With Meiji Internships, I was in good hands. They found me an internship, accommodation, organized cool events and introduced me to the best people. My bucket list has so many new checks, but has also grown a lot, because now I have a lot of things I want to do when I return to Japan and when I visit all my new international friends in their countries!
A+++
August 26, 2019by: Franzi Koopmann - GermanyThis year, I spend two wonderful months in Korea, interning at a local Manufacturing Business. My internship was in Marketing and online community management. My colleagues consisted of a group of purely wonderful souls and I always felt welcome and valued. I had the best time with them! Thank you Meiji for finding me this company! I cannot imagine what my time in Korea would have been like if I had been placed with a different company. My accommodation was a single apartment which was super cosy. I loved it! Everything was very well planned. I can recommend Meiji Internships without hesitation!
Blessing in disguise
August 25, 2019by: Ollie MacDonalds - United KingdomSo… I decided to go on Erasmus to France, but then the programme was cancelled. I had already rented out my flat, told everyone I was leaving, and saved some money. With all these savings and time on hand, I changed my plan: And applied for an internship with Meiji Internships. Looking back at it, it was the smartest thing I could have done; even smarter than an Erasmus. While most of my mates went on to spend a semester abroad, studying, I spent a semester gaining work experience in my area of study. Now that we have all returned to England, my CV stands out the most. Good thing that programme was cancelled - a true blessing in disguise.
The craziest capital yet!
August 18, 2019by: Karoline Scholz - GermanyI completed a 1-month Marketing internship in the amazingly crazy city of Tokyo. I am from Berlin, Germany and the idea of living in different capitals all around the world has always fascinated me. Apart from Berlin, I have lived in Dublin, Lima and Wellington so far, so exploring an Asian capital was still high up on my bucket list. And what better chance to live abroad than an internship that lets you gain uni credit?! Throughout my internship I learnt about marketing, copywriting, design and SNS. It was wonderful to combine my theoretical knowledge which I had previously acquired at uni with hands-on tasks. My internship also left me with enough freedom to explore the city, make friend and fully immerse myself in the colourful/inspiring/ mesmerizing /crazy world that in Tokyo. History geek? Explore Meiji Jing Shrine! Fancy something extraordinary? Hit one of many animal cafes! Feeling uninspired? Check out the museums! Hungry? Be spoiled for choice; food is awesome here! And sooo much cheaper + healthier than at home! Whatever your reason for going abroad might be, it is a good one. Be brave and follow your heart. And if it leads you to Japan, welcome to the most beautiful country!
Best place to network in Asia!
August 13, 2019by: David A - United StatesI am a Sophomore student at Cornell University studying business administration. For this Summer I wanted to take the first step into my international career by embarking for an internship in Asia. I did quite a bit of online research and also spoke with friends from other universities. Two of my older friends from UCLA went with Meiji before for an internship last year and they really had a great experience. I was hesitating as I heard very mixed reviews about internship agents in general. But after I had my initial Skype consultation and also went through all of their available free online resources on their website, I really felt that this program was the right choice. Initially I was interested in doing an internship in Hong Kong, but after reviewing the cost of living and the competitive nature, I was advised Taiwan would be an ideal start for a first timer in Asia as I am. My six weeks in Taipei were simply amazing! Meiji was very responsive with my requests and found me an internship in the medical equipment industry with a company which produces gaming software for hospital usage for elderly. Even though my internship was quite short I had a great chance to oversee the whole logistical part, sales negotiations and also B2B talks on implementing new equipment in hospitals throughout Taipei and Hsinchu. Meiji provided me with a bunch of information on social and business events that took place primarily in central Taipei. During my stay I went to two business networking events and one sightseeing event. I made some very good contacts, learned basics about the business culture in Taiwan and also met a lot of great fellow interns from Europe! Next trip will be Asia next year again (after visiting my European buddies this Winter)! Thanks Meiji! Keep up the good work!!
Your experience is what you make of it
August 07, 2019by: Celeste Mandoza - PhilippinesI found out about Meiji Internships online. My biggest concern applying to the program was its legitimacy and whether they would find an internship for the time (late May) and industry (Business Development) I was interested in. However, the Meiji program was well-structured and my internship placement was the perfect match! They are fun and professional, just like it is advertised. The application process from the day I had my Skype consultation to landing in Fukuoka was all very smooth. I met many other interns and university students through the program. Especially Business networking events were a great way to meet new people and network on a larger scale. I want to continue working in Asia and maybe return to Japan one day to start my own business. So having some connections in my field of interest is crucial. Meiji Internships paves the way for your future career, you just gotta walk it yourself! I had an unforgettable summer! Thank you!!
Tokyo internship
August 05, 2019by: Аляксандр Ан - BelarusThis is a bit late because I did my internship about a year ago. But better late than never, amirite? I chose Meiji Internships for my internship experience abroad because they seemed like the most established internship provider in Japan. They indeed provide a great opportunity to go overseas and gain work experience. It is rather costly, so make sure you budget right. The staff are great and their answers prompt. My internship was in Business Development and it provided me with many learning opportunities. Whether you are looking to grow personally or professionally, an internship abroad will let you do both. I am overall satisfied with my experience and can recommend it to others.
Self-discovery done differently!
August 05, 2019by: Ari Miller - United StatesBack in the US, I worked as a portrait photographer in one of my hometown’s studio. While it was most certainly a creative job, it wasn’t fulfilling. Hoping to quit the rat race, I hopped on a flight to SEA. After many months of traveling, I realized that I needed to do something more purposeful. Hence, I applied for an internship. and got rejected. applied again. and got rejected. Over and over again. At one point, I was sick of being rejected and contacted Meiji Internships - and got in! They found me the perfect internship! I had the opportunity to work as a graphic designer, experiment with Adobe and every try my luck at 3D animations. My colleagues would then check my work and teach me how to work faster and more effectively. I am now a uni student, majoring in Graphic Design and the skills I have obtained are priceless. I can finish design projects so much faster than my classmates now :D Whenever I was not working, I would go travel. My favorite place was Koh Yao Noi as it was simply beautiful! Worth a visit!
Teaching on the island!
August 04, 2019by: Michael Stevens - United StatesAn unforgettable stay! I joined a language school and worked as an English teaching assistant in Taichung. Even if my company did not provide me with much information before I set off, everything went smoothly. One of Meiji’s staff members picked me up from the airport, brought me to my accommodation, helped me get set and later took me to a Night Market for dinner. He also provided me with information on the city, his number in case of emergency, and many recommendations on things to eat/see/do. Thanks bud! My accommodation was good and came with a kitchen, bathroom and bedroom. It felt more spacious than what I would have expected from Taiwanese standards. Working at the school was fun. On some days, I worked from 8am til 3pm, on others til 6pm. Sometimes, I would arrange after-class activities for my students. That was always my favourite time of the week because the students seemed to love the games and trips I came up with. It was great to be given so many responsibilities right from the start. I am sure my academy background in education gave me a huge advantage here. I don’t know if someone who had just left school would be given as many tasks, but I am sure it would still be fun to help with all kinds of activities and student care. For me, interning in Taiwan was definitely worth-while. I will be back

Interning in Korea
August 04, 2019by: Samuel . - United StatesI was fortunate enough to use this program to experience life in Korea for 3 months. Meiji Internships helped me research visa options and were very responsive and helpful each time I reached out to them. Although I expected to be placed in Seoul, I was matched with a company in Busan. My industry of choice was tourism, so I worked with a local travel agency/hostel that arranged tours for tourists from all around the globe. Win-win situation! That way, I could combine working in the mornings and chilling by the beach in the evening (+ weekends). Japan was also just a ferry-ride away. Fukuoka’s a great city for a visa-run btw ;) South Korea is a cool place to start your career as it let’s you brush up your skills while having fun. Give it a shot!
Home is where the kimchi is
July 31, 2019by: Alli Mc - United StatesA female STEM major alone in South Korea?! No this is not part of a storybook, but my daily life. Back in the US it is already quite a novelty to have a girl in STEM classes, but then that girl continued on and decided to live all alone in South Korea. Needless to say, I felt like the odd woman out. Many people told me that it will be oh so difficult and that I’d be back in the US in an instant. But I proved them all wrong and completed my internship in water solutions WITH A BANG! After I finished working with my host company I didn’t feel like returning to my daily life in the US. Instead, I headed out into the world and explored Asia for a few more months. All thanks to learning to believe in myself and my abilities throughout my internship!
My business internship in China
July 31, 2019by: Josh Myers - United StatesFor me it was a good opportunity to start my career in a country like China. It is the world’s largest economy and hosts many international companies. VISA applications, Insurance and finding accommodation went smoothly with the assistance of the Meiji team. My stay in China was very good. I visited a lot out sights, interned with a company in my field of expertise and made many friends, both Chinese and international. As a business intern, I took on many different tasks, namely, assisting the team with month-end financial reports, proof-reading documents, joining business meetings, filing documents, research and many other related tasks. The program was very well organized and met my expectations. I can recommend it!
Lost on how to intern? Use these guys!
July 30, 2019by: Brad B - CanadaMy decision of joining Meiji was excellent! I got to enhance my IT skills as well as brush up on my (Japanese) communication skills. Meiji provided me with everything an intern could possibly need and the team was always down to help me out with any request. I honestly cannot fault them at all. While planning my internship, I was extremely stressed with uni classes. So Meiji was a great support in helping me find an internship which would have takes AGES if I had done it on my own. My overall experience turned out to be so much more than what I had anticipated. I would highly recommend for anyone who is considering interning in Asia to do it. It’s an experience you will not forget.
Big in Japan!
July 30, 2019by: Gustavo dos Santos - PortugalAs I stepped out of the car that was sent to me to pick me up from Narita Airport, I was overwhelmed. Tokyo is so different from Portugal; and probably also all of Europa. So many people, so many sounds, so many lights. To be frank, I wondered how I should manage to survive in a place as crazy as Tokyo. But then again, there was my safety-net of fellow interns, Meiji staff members, colleagues and friendly strangers. With their support, guidance and words of encouragement, I have learnt to embrace Tokyo’s intensity. Even though I was a nervous mess at first, I am thankful for Meiji Internships for providing me with this unique opportunity. I wish that others will also have this opportunity and amazing experience. I have grown immensely as a person! After all, I might actually be big in Japan now :-D
Indeed an Ilha Formosa!
July 24, 2019by: Jon B - United States"Taiwan? That’s in Africa, right?“ (literally everyone’s reaction when I told them I was gonna do an Internship in Taiwan). But seriously, why did I choose Taiwan? What was I thinking? When I first looked at Meiji’s website, I instantly knew that I would want to go with them. I am a business major at the University of Arizona back in the US, hence I knew I wanted to do an internship in HR or marketing. I just didn’t know where. Thinking back, it’s crazy how different my time abroad might have been if I had chosen Japan or Vietnam (or literally any other destination). But I opted for Taiwan, simply because it was the country I knew the least. Only knowing about the capital and main languages, I signed up for an internship in Taiwan. And it was the best random decision ever! I learnt a lot, not only about business, but also about Taiwan. I often met joined meet-ups all around the city and met the coolest people that way. Taiwan is a special place. See it at least once in your lifetime, if you can!
My 日本 adventure
July 23, 2019by: Florian We - GermanyJust like jobs, looking for an internship or volunteering is increasingly becoming very difficult. I have heard of many people who were rejected when they applied for internships abroad, even for really stupid reasons like having chosen the wrong formatting for the CV. Meiji however believes that everyone deserves the opportunity to intern abroad and they helped me find the perfect internship (without the frustration of constantly being rejected by huge companies haha) The whole process from application to acceptance was very well handled and perfectly customised to match my expectations and requirements. The accommodation they arranged for me was very clean and in a quaint neighbourhood. Meiji Internships regularly organised fun activities such as trips to local shrines, cultural activities or meeting up with local to grab some food. Such a unique experience! To anyone thinking of going to Tokyo: do it! You will have the best time!
Worthwhile experience
July 21, 2019by: Samantha D - United StatesI am a junior student at UCLA and decided to embark to Japan for my first overseas experience. Meiji Internships made it so easy to plan my whole trip, get my accommodation, pocket wifi, commuter pass and so much more. I took their business package as it also included the great business networking events, great trips around Tokyo and their really really useful business & culture workshop. No other internship experience that I’ve ever done before has exposed me so much to intercultural awareness and dealing with problem-solving situations on a global scale. My internship experience in Tokyo proves to be invaluable as I had the chance to meet fellow students from all around the world and got to establish important business connections for my future career. I would recommend fellow students to go with an agency like Meiji Internships, which has great connections with not only their business network but also the local communities they operate in. Arigatoo Meiji Internships! =D
Two unforgettable months in Tokyo
July 21, 2019by: Sonya Chi - United StatesMy time in Tokyo was great right from the beginning. Meiji Internships undertook a huge effort in finding me a great share house where I was able to make a lot of friends with fellow interns. During the week I was busy working for a brand consulting company specializing in helping Japanese business and local municipalities with advisory services on how to improve facilities, products, and transportation services for foreign visitors for new local sightseeing spots. On the weekends I had time to explore the city and try so many crazy attractions such as The Robot Cafe, Disney Sea, Akihabara Electric Town, Ramen Street in Takadanobaba and Yokohama's futuristic port city. All in all, I don't know how I could have managed all of this without Meiji's great and continuous support. Just make sure to leave your house as much as possible and explore this never-sleeping city! :)
Cultural immersion in my dream destination
July 21, 2019by: Catherine Green - AustraliaMe being a huge Kpop fan, it was crystal clear that I had to go to Korea for my internship. As a business student, I am required to gain valuable work experience in my chosen industry. After having had a very informative consultation talk with one of the Meiji consultants, I decided to widen my chances by focusing on a Marketing and Tourism related internship. It took a bit of time to find me a suitable placement as my Korean was more or less non-existent and I found out that learning even a bit of Korean would help tremendously. My internship was in a marketing company and after an initial training of a few weeks, I was able to help my fellow colleagues with researching new customers, creating digital content for their website and even had the chance to contact overseas companies back in Australia. One thing that was definitely memorable was my trip to Seoraksan Mountain on the Eastside. Absolutely beautiful nature and the food was sooo good. My two months in Seoul were definitely a great start for my international career in Korea. Kamsamnida Meiji Internships!!
Tokyo time!
July 18, 2019by: Carlos Castellanos Lòpez - MexicoI had some spare time after graduation and before starting full-time employment, that is why I decided to travel. While traveling, I developed an interest in continuing to learn about my future career and how it might differ in other countries. I chose Japan because it is a country I have always wanted to visit and its visa-free. My internship was in Business Development and lasted 3 months. I had different tasks, some more challenging than others. But my colleagues were always there to help and we often went for dinner together after work. I was glad that Meiji offers Internships in international/english-speaking environments as well, because it was relatively easy for me to adapt to my company’s work environment like this. Most of my colleagues were from Europe and only some Japanese. For me it was perfect, but someone who wants to experience the proper Japanese working culture should probably go for a Japanese company. It is great that Meiji offers both options (and many more) and I was happy with all the choices I made regarding my stay!
Learning experience!!
July 11, 2019by: Audrey Deigaard - United StatesThis fall I will enter university and double major in engineering and asian studies, with a minor in engineering design. I had hoped to be able to secure an engineering internship through Meiji, but knew this would be a stretch considering I had little experience with engineering outside of the Pre-AP Physics and AP Physics C course at my high school. I was worried at first after being matched with a tourism and marketing internship, but decided to go ahead with it anyway, knowing I would still be able to learn a lot about Japanese company life, have many networking opportunities, as well as be able to experience daily life in Japan. My goal since middle school has been to live in Japan, and I decided this would be a good first step to being able to get a permanent job here. Although the company I was at did not directly connect to my industry of interest, I gained many transferable skills through it such as how to make professional phone calls, graphic design, and translating from Japanese to English and vice versa. In addition to the things I learned at my internship, I was also able to learn about Japanese everyday life, such as how to buy groceries, train etiquette, and how to manage my schedule in order to have a successful and enjoyable time abroad. My goals when I arrived here were to make friends, learn about Japanese company life, gain experience, and live an ordinary Japanese life. I think I can safely say I accomplished all of these goals and more, and am well on my way to being able to live in Japan permanently in the future. Although I try to see every see every difficulty as a potential learning opportunity, the one unnecessary problem with Meiji was the accommodation. While I did like that my share house was close to my internship, thereby saving me lots of time in transportation that I could spend doing other more worthwhile things, it was very dirty and uncomfortable. I understand that finding high-quality accommodation on a budget is difficult, but I wish I had instead found my own sharehouse/apartment instead of leaving it up to Meiji, as it would have been worth the extra cost for sure. Everything else was great though, and I gained a lot of information through this internship that would allow me to find better opportunities in the future in order to better accomplish my goal.
6 weeks of fascinating experience in Japan!
July 09, 2019by: Jasmine Fang - ChinaI worked with Meiji Internship for finding a internship in Japan. The applying process was smooth and the staff was super friendly. I was placed into a small company in Japan doing cloud collaboration business. My job was a business (mainly finance) intern. I had a long term project which was about financial statements and it allowed me to apply what I have learned in the school into real business. I also needed to deal with small projects such as client meetings and product demos. Overall, it was a fun experience and I learned a lot from it. I am looking forward to come back to Japan again!
The Seoul of Asia
July 02, 2019by: Janne Vermeulen - BelgiumThis April, I worked as a design intern in Seoul for 1 month. My biggest concern starting my adventure was whether I’d actually make friends. But luckily, I felt supported from the first day I made contact with Meiji. They did a great job organizing social events where I was able to meet other interns and locals. You will never feel alone when you partake in a Meiji program! My internship was more than amazing and it couldn't have been any better, really! Originally, I was a little worried I wouldn't have enough time to explore, but by the end of the trip, I felt that I had seen most of Seoul and its surroundings. I just wished my company would have granted me a few days off apart from the weekends, because then I could have gone on trips a little further away.
I loved it!
June 28, 2019by: Tayla Grace - New ZealandFor me, interning abroad was truly a 10/10 life experience! I had planned to intern abroad for a while, but I was unsure what organisation I wanted to go through - until I heart about Meiji! I am a Psychology major, so I was open to a fair amount of industries. I submitted my application very early and was thrilled with the placement I got in a PR & Marketing company in Ho Chi Minh City. I had a blast! Every day, I had the chance to learn heaps of different things, be it new SEO strategies, or what colours to choose for the background of your ad! Advertising psychology is a whole new world for me and I absolutely LOVED it! Having the opportunity to intern abroad is truly phenomenal because you adapt to a new workplace culture, are pushed out of your comfort zone, and take chances you would not usually take. For me, this especially applied to all the food I tried in Ho Chi Minh haha! So yeah my internship was truly good as gold and paved a new path for my future!

First time Asia, first time Taiwan - no regrets!
June 25, 2019by: István Varga - HungaryMeiji Internships provided me with a full package with all necessary things I needed. From accommodation, airport pickup, their indispensable business workshop up to great social events, where I made so many friends from around the globe. I would have never settle in the way I did and find myself doing an internship in Asia without Meiji. The whole internship process was very easy and quick. All my questions were answered and they also found me a business internship in trading company in Taipei. I was appointed a project to research new clients in Europe and did a full analysis on how we can target right customers for my company. After my internship they even told me that I am always welcome to visit them again and to keep in touch. It felt more than just an internship and I am really grateful for all their help and the great support Meiji gave me during my whole time there. About Taiwan: My two months in Taiwan cannot be described in words. The people are so warm-hearted and welcoming, the street food is amazing (almost all of it!), the weather is always sunny and the nature is mind-blowing! My absolute favorite food is Taiwanese style dumplings and of course Tapioca Milk tea. If you have time, make sure to explore the Southern part of Taiwan. My secret tip is Taiwan's old capital, Tainan. Beautiful architecture and a lot of hidden hiking spots to explore! Taiwan was just the beginning! I'll be back next year in Asia for sure!



Best summer with Meiji Internships
June 24, 2019by: Liz m - United StatesThe Tokyo internship program was simply amazing. Meiji created so many great opportunities for me to connect with fellow international interns and local Japanese students. Meiji provided great social and cultural activities throughout my stay with some business networking events I also attended. It allowed me to meet new interns and make friends for life and to visit nice sightseeing spots in the surrounding Tokyo area. The internship placement was really smooth from the initial online video interview to the final internship graduation. You always felt like somebody was there to support you with your questions and help you needed. Overall the service was well organized with the only drawback was that I caught a cold halfway through my internship. Luckily it didn't hold me down for too long. I will definitely do another internship with Meiji next year.
Oppa business style!
June 24, 2019by: Magnus S - NorwaySimply amazing! The last three months were a blast! My business internship in Seoul was great throughout my stay!! Even though my Korean was non-existent, I was able to land an internship in a company focusing on B2B sales of electronic goods and custom consulting services. It took my colleagues a week or so to figure out how to place me right, but I honestly needed that time as well to research and learn about all the other operations my company was involved. After the initial introduction period, I was assigned a market research project to allocate new foreign buyers and also analyze sales models from Southeast Asian markets. Cannot go too much into details, but I was definitely kept busy. My colleagues were great and helped me out whenever I needed it. Especially fun were the business dinners they took me out. Definitely a culture shock but a good one! My biggest advice is: 1. Don't limit your options by assisting to do certain tasks only and be flexible as much as possible. Your host company will definitely notice your effort and patience. 2. Make sure to always be open to any tasks even if they might seem less attractive. Koreans pay a lot of attention to commitment. 3. Catch a few Korean phrases and words before coming over here. It definitely helps! All the best and keep Fighting!!!
Amazing experience!
June 20, 2019by: Nathan R - United StatesI have always been fascinated with traveling and the idea of living abroad for a period of time. At the time when I decided that I wanted to do an internship abroad, I was an undergrad sociology student in the US. I didn’t really know what career to choose after graduating and mainly went for sociology because it just felt right. In order to find my dream career, I decided that I was time to catch a glimpse at the seemingly scary adult working world. As I looked up internships, I realized that I wanted to go somewhere further away, somewhere where I had never been before. That’s how I found Meiji Internships. My mind wasn’t set on any destination in particular, but when my Meiji internship counselor suggested Singapore, I felt that it would be a good match. I don’t speak any languages except for English and some German, so interning in a country where English is commonly used seemed like a safe bet. The company I was matched with was just great! I got to take part in different projects and was given tasks that actually felt meaningful. No printing and copying for me haha! Thanks to my company, I actually discovered my talent for copywriting and public speaking! Something I never would have realized if I had never done an internship! In total, I stayed in Singapore for 1 month and wish I would have stayed longer. To all future interns: Your internship only lasts for a certain time, make the most of it! I worked during the week and explored Singapore and Malaysia on the weekends! After my internship, I backpacked around South East Asia and just LOVED how super easy it was to get around and meet new people! At the beginning, I had many doubts regarding my plans and a lot of people questioned my decision to go to Singapore instead of simply staying in the US. But I had the best time ever! So don’t let anything keep you from having an incredible time. Just go for it!
Event management internship
June 16, 2019by: Theodor F - United StatesMy event management internship in Nagoya was a transformative experience. During my placement I developed so many new skills from time management to meet deadlines of setting up new events, scheduling and preparing meetings with catering companies and overviewing all the logistics for food delivery, photographers, Djs and Vjs involved. All these tasks really enabled me to shape and advance professionally and set up a solid foundation for my international career. Meiji really did a great job in organizing my work placement and also helped to me sort out all other administrational hurdles, such as visa extension, insurance, accommodation and the whole communication during my internship. To be honest I had some concerns before applying through an agency as I have heard about other internship agencies from fellow students that they had bad experiences. Meiji on the other side did a really great job and I can only recommend them to anybody who wants to do an internship, especially in Japan! P.S.: Try to look for placements beyond Tokyo. There are so many opportunities hidden off the beaten track!


Hands down: best city to intern!!
June 15, 2019by: Jason B - CanadaI did a three months human resources/marketing internship. My tasks were ranging from promoting online marketing campaigns, creating digital marketing content to creating job career fairs for fellow international students here in Fukuoka. When I first looked into intern in Asia and specifically in Japan, Tokyo was my first choice. Once I did some research and read through all the online resources that Meiji had on their website, I quickly changed my mind and started looking beyond Tokyo. I haven't been to Japan or even Asia before coming for my business internship here. That's why I was so worried I might end up in a small city with nothing to do...oh dear I found out too soon that I was completely wrong! Sunny beaches, great mountain hiking tracks, a large range of night clubs, bars, international events, cultural festivals and free social meet-ups proved me wrong. haha Fukuoka has all you can imagine and it never gets boring. The people over here were all so friendly, hospitable and accommodating. I never felt treated like an outside and was even invited for a karaoke party by strangers once. I was lucky enough to had the chance visiting also Tokyo, Nagoya and Osaka to have a comparison. Don't get me wrong. Tokyo & Co. were great, but Fukuoka just has a special place in my heart. Everything is nice and convenient about this place. You can even hop on the plane and go for a weekend trip to Seoul and Taipei (P.S.: I did both!). Last but not least, for every RAMEN FAN: Fukuoka is the Ramen capital in Japan and the birthplace of Tonkotsu Ramen. Make sure to arrive hungry with a big appetite!
English teaching and bbq parties all night!!
June 15, 2019by: Markus B - GermanyThis was my first internship ever and I decided I have to go big! Not just abroad, but far far away from home in a culture that is completely than back in Germany. First I had a lot of worries if my lack of experience and professional skills would make it impossible for me to intern in Korea. but the staff at Meiji gave me a lot of good advice and made me aware of my biggest advantage: Speaking English and German! I realized its the best way to start your international career by focusing on improving your communication skills and also focus on the most important bit: Make business contacts and friends while partying! My two months internship at a language school was more than rewarding. I went to a lot of intercultural events and activities with local high school students and also participated in a cultural event where I introduced German customs and food to Koreans. There were a lot of culture shocks I faced during my time, but luckily I took Meiji's online business workshop that really helped how to behave and also fully understand the Korean business culture. One thing I should definitely mention is that Koreans have a lot of pride for their culture and customs. Especially when you go out for dining it is good to remember some of the taboos you are not allowed to do. All in all great time and I will be back next Summer again. Kamsahamnida Meiji!!!
Marketing intern in the megacity Seoul!
June 14, 2019by: Lauren . - United StatesAfter reviewing countless internship placement companies, I finally chose to go with Meiji. They did a great job figuring out my interests to find the best company to match me with! The company that I was then set up with was a rather small business. First I hesitated a bit, but soon realized that you get a great perspective on what Korean companies are like when you are working for a start-up. I was able to get to know my colleagues and the CEO very well and learnt a lot from them. I just wish I could have stayed longer because my trip was truly amazing in so many ways! And I just have to mention this: Hands down, Korean food is AWESOME! I LOVED Bibimbab and Korean Barbecue and am already missing it so much! I could keep on raving about my time in South Korea, but have one last thing to say: If you get the chance to intern abroad, take it! It is an incredibly unique opportunity and will benefit you immensely!
Many smiles in the land of the smiles:D
June 14, 2019by: Jana K. - GermanyI had such an incredible time in Thailand! As a high school graduate looking for something valuable to do during my gap year, I came across Meiji. My reason for choosing them was because I wanted to go somewhere a little more exciting than Europe and there service was really accommodating. I had almost no teaching experience (except some private tutoring for fellow students), but Meiji still accepted me into their program. They found me the perfect school for me to intern in! I stayed in Bangkok for 2 months and had a wonderful experience which allowed me to explore a new country, understand what it means being away from home and most importantly made a lot of great friends!!! The kids at school were sooo cute and I really did see many smiles in the land of the smiles! :D Most of my weekdays were spent teaching and I was pretty free when structuring my lessons. Still, I also received many ideas and help from the other teachers if needed, which was very helpful! Every weekend I traveled and explore the beautiful surroundings. Especially the islands were incredible!!! I am extremely happy that I went with an organisation because I always had someone to talk to whenever I had any questions. I had the best time here and can highly recommend anyone to consider Thailand for their internship destination!!
Unforgettable experience!
June 10, 2019by: Océane Durand - FranceMy internship in a PR company in Tokyo was an amazing match. I had the opportunity to work in all kinds of different departments in my company which allowed me to get to know the company from multiple perspectives! Japan itself was an unforgettable experience! The people are great, traveling around, especially by shinkansen, is an incomparable adventure and the food is too good to be true! Anytime I was not working I traveled and met up with new friends from all over the world. My experience in Japan was a great one and something I would highly suggest to anyone who is looking to broaden their horizon!
Absolutely sugoi!
May 28, 2019by: Nora S - IrelandMy stay in Tokyo was absolutely lovely. The people at my company were really nice and I was able to learn so much about the specific business manners and things to watch out when doing business in Japan. I was lucky that my working hours were not so crazy long, but I heard from fellow interns that it really depends on the company you will be placed. We had a lot of fun drinking events with the fellow staff and even went altogether for the cherry blossom season to a park and celebrated Japan's nature while having a picknick under the trees. It was definitely a very special time and I won't forget my nice colleagues that treated me very well. The only thing that I have to point out is that it can be sometimes very overwhelming traveling from one place to another in Tokyo. Especially during rush hours. Make sure to avoid!!!
Internship experience
February 27, 2019by: Princess Joy Manuel - AustraliaI had a really great time during my internship. I was able to immerse myself in the Japanese culture. I loved the people I've met and the scenery of my host country. Furthermore, I was able to learn a lot about the culture. The people I met were very kind and thoughtful. It was a wonderful time overall.
Internship with Meiji
December 28, 2018by: Jacky Shi - ChinaGreat opportunity to experience Fukuoka local business operations thanks to Meiji’s connection. 100% would love to come back. Meiji was extremely helpful in recruitment, interviews, and follow ups. Organized socials and kept me updated. Constantly checked how I was doing and invited me to participate in events.
Photography internship
November 20, 2018by: Jennifer P - United StatesI did my internship in Fukuoka, Japan. Meiji was very helpful in every step of the way. The staff was happy to assist with questions or complaints. Overall my experience was great and I made many friendships and gained a lot of knowledge and new skills.
Digital marketing internship
October 26, 2018by: Clara Wagner - GermanyI did an internship for about two months in a digital marketing company where we focused on testing new product articles for the European market. I even was entrusted a customer research on analyzing market response, behavior and what approach we should use to better tackle local demands of markets in Germany, France and Italy. Cannot talk too much in detail about company projects, but one thing that was very rewarding was the trust and tasks i was appointed. Meiji did a great job in assisting me throughout the process and their business workshop very helpful in getting a first understanding of what it means doing business in Japan with Japanese.
International career chance
October 23, 2018by: Amelie H - DenmarkThis was my first professional internship i have ever done and my first time outside of europe (Turkey won't count). My Japanese language skills were close to zero, but it was great they still offered me a chance to do a business internship. I did a placement in a firm specializing on local government promotion for foreign tourists. The beginning was a bit difficult to get adjusted to but my co-workers were super friendly and I had a lovely supervisor who even took me out for yummy lunch sometime. I really think the business workshop and Japanese courses at Meiji help a lot before doing the internship.
Event Management Internship
October 20, 2018by: Maximilian P - AustriaChallenging, fast pace environment, a lot of responsibility but never boring. This internship was so rewarding and i got to organize my very own event where we did fundraising for the victims of the recent taifu in the Kansai region. The best thing of all was that i did not get any special treatment but had to do the job like everybody else at our team. it really gave me a good picture of all tasks i have to perform in the event management business. customer acquisition, event planing, making the flyers and marketing material and publicizing the even information in local restaurant establishments. Fukuoka was one of the most competitive places that i did an internship so far. If you can succeed in Japan, you can succeed anywhere in the world!!
Kyoto internship
October 14, 2018by: Stephen Smith - United StatesI has a primary goal in Japan that Meiji was quite helpful to me in that regard. They got me into a program that hosted quite the friendly staff that also gave me advice about how to make it in Japan, and the environment also suited my level of my Japanese quite nicely. I did however, run into a little trouble when the picky up day was pushed back a day after my arrival time. I failed to notice that update mishap before i left so the first hour or two was a rough start. Other than that, the situation all in all is better than I had expected. This was a good program in the end, just a little bit of vigilance will go a long way.
Awesome time in Japan's Silicon Valley
October 11, 2018by: Betty Nelson - CanadaAs someone who had never been to Japan, I was tempted to make a move to a place I had no idea what to expect. Tokyo, Kyoto and the other main cities seemed too touristy. So I decided to give this city a chance. And I have not regret it any single day! Vibrant nightlife, endless shopping opportunities, unique local culture & food, Fukuoka easily became one of my favorite destinations to work and live. What made my time truly amazing where the people I met, from my co-workers, fellow Meiji interns to all the great Japanese friends I made during the cultural activities organized by Meiji’s network. Anybody who wants to experience the real side of Japan’s international startup scene and is on a low budget should definitely give Fukuoka a chance!!
Renewable energy internship in world’s top futuristic city
August 12, 2018by: Bjørn Hansen - DenmarkTokyo was a rollercoaster of crazy things to experience with all your senses ALL the time! I had my internship there this Spring in an environmental company dealing with solar panels and renewable energy technology. At the beginning I had Meiji’s business workshop in Tokyo to understand all the basics how business is done in Nippon. After that most of the teachings during my internship had to be done by myself in the company. Japanese companies are sometimes very friendly but they can also be very impatient. I learned that the best is to try to work by yourself first before asking too many basic questions to them. It took sometime to get close with my supervisor but once we became friends, yes he helped me out with all my problems. Positive things: - Meiji Internships' staff visited me even at my company and helped me during my internship with advice on how to improve relations with my coworkers. - Didn’t do the Business Japanese in Fukuoka, but the Business workshop was a BIG help to understand Japanese people’s mindset! Negative things: - Tokyo might be too much for first timers. When I look back I would have rather done Osaka or Kyoto. People here seem so stressed out and unrelaxed all the time. It was a good experience but I will explore other cities in Japan! - Commuting with the train in Tokyo is horrible. Try to avoid rush hours or find an apartment closer to the center (People in Tokyo are used to commute on average one and a half hour in one direction!)
Rewarding experience in Japan's largest green eco port city
August 12, 2018by: Lena Rosenberg - GermanyI absolutely recommend going through Meiji Internships’ programme. Using an internship agency instead of doing it by yourself, may seem pricey, but it’s worth every cent. My accommodation was a bit small compared to Western standards, but I have seen from other students and interns that this is normal in Japan. All important appliances were provided and it was clean & tidy. The complimentary programs included were networking events, dinners with my co-workers and also the great support throughout the time. My internship placement was well thought out as well. Meiji arranged with me a Google Hangouts interview and talked me throughout the process. Step by step everything was organized into the details, so I was placed in one of my industries of choice. Before I went to my internship in Kitakyushu, I did two weeks of the business course, which turned out to be really useful. The staff provided me with advice on how to sort out all challenging day-to-day tasks, where to get cheap lunch, buy souvenirs, get toiletries and all other things I was struggling to find. When I did my internship in an office and business facilities company it Kentaro, who showed me and the other interns around. He was a sweetheart, more of a friend than a company tour guide. I also specifically recommend going to Yamaguchi and exploring other areas in Kyushu. Japan’s south scenery is beautiful, where you can find greenery, white beaches, sky scrapers and a lot of hiking spots for the weekend. Also you can find cheap local pubs, meetups in international bars and hostels and street food in Kokura.
Great support throughout my stay!
August 11, 2018by: Noah G - NetherlandsThis summer, I was looking to do a business internship in Japan, but soon I found out that it is not as easy as here in the US to get an internship by yourself. Even though I am an international student (from the Netherlands) it seemed easier to get a response from possible internship placements here in New York. However Japan seemed impossible…my internship search became really a hassle. I think one problem is the language barrier (Sorry to say, but Japanse companies lack so much in English!!) and also the “polite” rejection I got all the time was very very frustrating! I came across Meiji Internships and soon setup a video call with them. The staff was super friendly and helpful. Making me realize that Japan is one of these special places where connections play a big deal to get into a company! Once I sorted out all the application process, they found me a good internship in business development. First I wanted to do Tokyo or Osaka, but after some consultation I was happy to give Fukuoka a go. I wasn't too sure what to expect, but as soon as the plane landed, I knew I made the right choice. The international startup scene, abundance of social activities and the chilled out lifestyle under the sun made me really wanna go back. My company was in a niche market for selling Japanese products abroad and also do the foreign branding. So I spent a lot of time doing international customer research, analyzing marketing trends for our client’s products and also making my very own presentation in front of my client! It was an amazing experience!! One thing I did not really like was the food…I know many people love Japanese food but raw Sushi and rice on a daily basis were a little bit too much for me. Thanks everybody at Meiji Internships for your patience and support throughout my internship and also the follow up counseling session at the end. Hope to see you guys soon again when I’m coming over!
Incredible internship placements and outstanding support
August 09, 2018by: Megan Jones - AustraliaMy internship was a really good experience. Actually I was really lucky that I could do in two months I’ve been in Kyoto two internship placements. The staff at Meiji is very flexible and easy to talk to. Especially the internship advisers went out of their way to help and assist me all the time. The first one was in a Kimono Rental and Tourist center in the traditional quarter of Kyoto called Gion. My second one was in an art studio. I had to say that it really helps to first get do an intership that is somehow related to foreign customers or using English. Me as a total beginner was definitely struggling with the language at first. I am really glad that the staff at Meiji persuaded me to do a few weeks Japanese studies at their school in Fukuoka first. All in all it was an incredible experience, but I do think that people in Fukuoka seemed a bit more open and less reserved than in Kyoto. A few things about me: It was my first time to Japan and my first time to Kyoto. I chose this ancient city because many people told me: “If you haven’t been to Kyoto, you haven’t seen the real Japan!” I am not sure if that is exactly true, but it is true that there are so many things to explore. From old temples, mysterious Shinto Shrines to beautiful cherry blossoms and bamboo forests. For all gamers out there, make sure to visit Nintendo’s headquarters. Yes, you guessed it right. It is in Kyoto!
Well organized program and extraordinary experience!!
July 28, 2018by: Patricia Gonzalez - SpainKyoto was such a fascinating experience. It was my first time in Japan and I wanted to choose a place to experience the “real Japan”! Before departing to Kyoto for my internship i decided to do the recommended business course for two weeks and also two extra weeks traditional culture at Meiji Academy’s school in Fukuoka. My internship in an art gallery gave me the opportunity to meet and greet a lot of local artists. After a few weeks I made some valuable contacts and I was even invited for some business dinner events at a local restaurant near Gion. Japan really taught me how important it is to get out of your comfort zone and try making new friends. This city is so mystical and traditional with all these small sidewalks to explore. Apparently I came for the worst season ever: Summer. Summer in Asia is not just sunny season but rainy season as well (that’s what the locals told me). Make sure not to forget your umbrella!
Reliable and efficient throughout the program
July 17, 2018by: Janina - NetherlandsLast year I showed up on a very short notice (less than a month) for an internship. They told me that usually they require at least eight weeks notice before an internship could be considered. Meiji managed somehow to find me a great placement last minute in less than a week after I contacted them first. Have to admit it was everything in a rush, but they did a great job and were very responsive throughout my program. Highly recommend them for internships!
Absolutely mind-blowing!
July 16, 2018by: Hans - GermanyI did my internship in a water sports company that organizes tours and water sports activities. As I am coming from a called but beautiful city in Northern Germany, I am naturally attracted to the sea. I wanted a fun and outdoor internship, where I can also develop my communication skills. Meiji listened to my wishes and just found exactly what I was looking for! Internship in the sun and fun down in South Japan!!! Great experience and especially the crazy "Ocean Walking" with the astronaut helmets! lol I definitely come back to Japan again for sure! Peace up!



Can recommend for business students!!!
July 14, 2018by: Susan - United Statesi was desperately looking for an internship in Japan this Spring. My expectations were very high but I was facing a lot of rejections from approaching Japanese companies on my own. Meiji Internships helped a lot as an intermediate between me and my future host company. After finally getting an offer for my business development internship at a trading company I was very relieved. It made me understand that without Meiji’s program I would have never had the chance to meet with so many great local and international business people here in Japan. To my surprise many of the other interns in Fukuoka were from Europe and also some Aussies and Kiwis too. I had a great time with the other interns and really made the most out of my time there. Next stop: Japan again!☺

Tokyo never sleeps! ^_^
May 23, 2018by: Janina - NetherlandsTokyo actually NEVER sleeps on any day of the week so I didn’t catch a lot of during my time over there. Too much things I was doing all the time including Karaoke nights and too much shopping…;) May it be at work or when hanging out with the other Meiji interns. Henri made great effort introducing us to a lot of nice bars in Roppongi and also went with us on a cultural walk trip around Asakusa in the old town of Edo. The Business Development internship was sometimes a bit intense, but I have learnt so much about how it is to work in an exotic country like Japan. My tasks were ranging from market research to international customer acquisitions. Tapping into new unknown markets for selling Japanese manga and anime goods abroad and also learning to present my results to my Japanese colleagues was quite challenging. My supervisor was really helpful all the time and tried to assist me with my problems (especially translating things from Japanese into English). P.S.: Make sure to get some Japanese language preparation before starting your internship. I wish I had studied a bit longer before starting my job.


Journalism internship in Fukuoka City
May 23, 2018by: Simone - GermanyMy internship experience last year winter with Meiji Internships exceeded my expectations! During my initial interview with the internship consultants at Meiji Internships, they listened very carefully to all my needs and also tried to find something suitable for my requests. The service was very efficient and professional, not to mention of the great support they offered on site. They placed me in a journalism company that was also very active in promoting local businesses and cultural events in the larger Fukuoka Area. Overall my experience was great, but I really felt that I should have done a few weeks more Japanese studies before starting my work. I would definitely recommend this experience to anyone seeking a unique work experience in an exotic country like Japan!


Fresh autumn days with a hot internship!
May 13, 2018by: Scott Wilson - United StatesI did my internship in a hot spring/hotel resort on the outside of Fukuoka City. I was so lucky enjoying the best of both worlds, relaxing countryside with unlimited hot spring baths (almost daily!!) and weekend parties in downtown Fukuoka. Too bad my three months internship was so quick over. One thing I wanna stress out is, make sure to see Kyushu's countryside. It's beautiful and the locals are so friendly and eager making friends with you. If there wouldn't be the language barrier. Anyway my Japanese got better after three months... Meiji bring me back to Kyushu!!!

Marketing intern in Fukuoka
May 11, 2018by: Janina Rosenberg - NetherlandsWorking as a marketing intern for a large advertisement agency in Fukuoka was just simply mind-blowing! As this was my first time in Asia and my first internship abroad, I quickly began to see my personal strengths and weaknesses. The most struggling thing was the language barrier in Japan. But I was really happy that Meiji Internships put a lot of effort in communicating and structuring my internship before. They spoke with my company and even organized one to one sessions where I had the chance to discuss and talk about my personal development while I was still an intern there. Japanese people are really lovely and I have to say that I regret that I only did a short crash course of two weeks Japanese business at Meiji. I highly recommend everybody to either study some basic Japanese phrases or include at least four weeks Japanese language studies in Japan before starting an internship :) Meiji Internships for everything ありがとうございました!<3
My law internship
April 23, 2018by: Marie Roux - FranceI have never thought it is possible to do a law internship in Japan. It always felt to me like being one of the industries, which is difficult to enter especially the language barrier, seemed a big obstacle. However Meiji Internships undertook a lot of effort to find me an internship related to patents and copyright infringements. My main duties were focused on translation of documents, dealing with foreign customer enquiries, attending and setting up client meetings in advance. Experiencing how contract negotiations are done in Japan from first hand was an invaluable experience. I am really thankful for making this great internship possible. Merci and Arigatoo Gozaimasu Meiji!!!



Amazing summer internship!!!
April 22, 2018by: Carol Lin - United KingdomI cannot stress out how much I am grateful and appreciate the whole internship experience I had with you guys last summer! Teaching English in a Japanese high school was not just fun, it was also a really valuable time! I also made so many friends with fellow Japanese and interns from Meiji’s programs. Make sure to go to Itoshima and Nokonoshima island when you are in Fukuoka! The water is crystal clear ;-*



Fruitful experience at a cultural center
April 19, 2018by: Adele Bollier - FranceThe whole process from the beginning of the application to the graduation was so well organized and smooth. My internship at a cultural center was really good. I helped foreigners experiencing Japanese cultural crafts and arts like tea ceremony, kimono wearing, sushi making, flower arrangement and many more. Meiji Internships, merci beaucoup and domo arrigatou gozaimasu. You guys were so sweet and nice to me all the time ☺



My consulting internship
April 19, 2018by: Tina Johnson - United StatesThe staff at Internships was really really helpful for finding me a consulting internship in a large cosmetics producer. I was also involved in organizing coaching and counseling seminars for affiliated sales companies. I was lucky to observe and experience first hand how sales strategies are designed and implemented for medium sized cosmetic boutiques. The in-depth exposure to C2C dealings for related business specifics, such as time management, cost effective outsourcing and operational management solutions was a mind-blowing experience. I highly recommend doing the business course that Meiji offers before stepping into the consulting world in Japan. There are sooo many unspoken rules in Japanese companies that are difficult understand from a foreigner's perspective without being coached. After my graduation next year, I will be back for a full time job in Japan! Arrigatou gozaimashita Meiji Internships! Korekara mo yoroshiku onegaishimasu.
Best decision of my life
April 16, 2018by: June Davis - United StatesI did a design internship at a really stylish studio in downtown Fukuoka. Great fellow colleagues, international team, and a lot of creative projects I was involved. What else can I say? Meiji You Guys ROCK!


Unforgettable memories in Fukuoka
April 16, 2018by: Rachel Wright - United StatesPreviously I have studied abroad in Japan for a whole year, but what this internship experience taught me was above my expectations. Meiji Internships has guided me throughout the whole process and invested a lot of effort to organize me a personally tailored internship in a logistics company. At first I was a very concerned if I would be able communicating with my Japanese colleagues. The cultural differences and social interaction seemed so complex in a corporate environment. Luckily the counseling and coaching workshops I received from Meiji Internships beforehand helped me a lot with overcoming these hurdles. My fellow colleagues were also really keen on helping me in understanding cultural peculiarities. They were very patient and answered all my questions I had related to how the workflow is being done. After an amazing six weeks my internship was already over and it was a very heartbreaking farewell with my colleagues…they even came to the airport with me… Meiji Internships thanks for everything you did in making this internship possible.



Amazing work placement in an import/ export company
April 07, 2018by: Steve Smith - United StatesDear Meiji Team, You guys did an awesome job! At first I was worried about the communication at the company as my Japanese was pretty beginner level, but my supervisor Tanaka-san was such a good sempai!! Man I learned so much from him during this placement and the whole customer research project I was involved in with clients from Europe and America was such an exciting project!!! Anyway can't tell too much company details here...lol Will be back next Summer guys ;) Arrigatou
My life changing experience
April 07, 2018by: Sarah Gonzales - EnglandMy two months internship at an Eikaiwa (Japanese style English conversational school) in Fukuoka city was an unforgettable memory! I learned a lot to communicate and talk with people from all backgrounds. The staff at my host company was also very supportive and really friendly. Most of the weekends I went to local sightseeing spots in Kyushu. I really recommend going hiking Mount Aso and also the nearby Aburayama Mountain in Fukuoka. Fukuoka is also a great place for surfers and anybody interested in water sports. The most memorable event was the Kimono Event that they organized. For everybody who wants to be kawaii it's a MUST. Arrigatou Meiji Team and a big thanks to Ozaki-sensei. I miss you :(


My IT internship was a life-changing experience!
February 22, 2018by: Nguyen Hoang Hiep - VietnamMeiji did an amazing job with my two months IT internship in a software company in Tokyo! At first I was very worried how it might turn out as I have never been to Japan. I loved Japanese robots and video games since my young childhood and it was always my dream to go there. But when it was time to board my flight I felt little bit worried about how it might turn out as it was my first time in Japan. The first two weeks studying in Fukuoka and also learning about Japanese business manners turned out to be a very helpful course and helped me a lot during my time as an intern in the tokyo software company. It is true that many things work here so different in Japan than back home. One thing I can say for sure is that my colleagues were super friendly from the beginning and also taught me so much about Ruby on Rails, Java Script, SEO strategies, HTML and also answered my many many questions. The best bit was that I assisted one of the team members creating a whole new character for their upcoming game from the scratch. So much fun! Meiji also organized several gatherings with other interns at that time in Tokyo. The other Meiji interns were really friendly and came mostly from Europe and USA so I was able to make a lot of international friends as well. All in all I recommend Tokyo a lot! Just be warned about the long commuting time to work and rush hours...
Hiep-san,<br/><br/>Congratulations on the successful internship you've done and we heard that other things also go well at your end!<br/><br/>Greetings from the Meiji Academy Team!



Most fruitful work experience ever!
February 22, 2018by: Thomas - United StatesMy name is Thomas and I am a last year IT/Business student. Even though I did a short internship in Osaka at a design startup studio, I have to say that it was one of the best experiences I had so far. Before my internship started I spent two weeks studying at Meiji's Academy in Fukuoka before I started my journey in Kansai Region. I have been to Japan a couple of times, but felt in love with the open and straight mentality of people in Osaka. So for me it was just the right decision to backup my Japan travels with some valuable skills for my upcoming job hunting. I have to say that working for a startup was a little bit of a challenge at the beginning, because of the many tasks you were involved. However I have learnt so much in the short time. From Power Point, Photoshop, Illustrator to Adobe Premier and After Effect simple editing, my company was definitely giving me many opportunities during my placement. Definitely recommend smaller companies where you will be exposed to more tasks than larger corporations!
Best summer in the world's megacity
February 22, 2018by: Greg Taylor - United StatesLast Summer I was desperate doing an internship related to my business studies. Many internship providers told me it won't be able to do anything outside of teaching English, which made me feel very demotivated. After I came across Meiji Internships and set up a Skype call with them, I gained more positive energy from my chats with them. I told them I wanted to do something business like and they came up with several different opportunities. As I was pretty open to different industries, I let them make the search and they came up with a great trading company in the import/export business for used cars. After I arrived to Tokyo, they provided me with all the information kits and also helped me get around at the beginning. The company was exporting a lot of different second hand cars all over the world. Unfortunately they were not too many sports cars around when I was there for the two months, except a really nicely tuned Nissan Skyline, Mazda Miata, RX-7 and a very well conserved Toyota 2000GTI. At some car shows I was also lucky enough to witness some more crazy designs! (see photos) All in all a loooot of fun, good food and crazy parties in Roppongi. but the whole train commuting was just too much for me. Everybody was sleeping on the long train rides (I recommend the same!) Don't recommend Tokyo for people who don't want to be on a rush all the time. The Osaka region might be better for first timers like. Anyway the best Summer so far and looking to being back sometime soon!



Awesome adventure in Japan's (unofficial) capital
February 21, 2018by: David Schmidt - AustriaMy two months in Osaka were just amazing from start to finish! As it was my first time in Japan and I felt like Tokyo would be too much of a rush, I decided to choose Osaka as a more relaxed city for my internship experience. Before starting my internship I spent three weeks in Fukuoka and did the business course at Meiji's Internships. I found the classes very useful, especially the business attire role-playing games they set up. So I thought I'm ready for Osaka and soon I found out that this city isn't as idyllic as I thought...bustling neon lights at nights, very talkative but warmhearted people and yummy food everywhere. It was a bit of a culture shock. I thought Japanese people are shy and quiet, but Osaka-jins seem to be the exception. lol I did an internship in a guest house/cultural center with different tasks the management staff appointed me. Luckily they let me try many different tasks and I became good friends with the staff and went also out some nights with my colleagues. Good Karaoke fun!! haha I have to admit that the language barrier felt a little bit of a burden at the beginning. However the staff were really patient and Meiji Internships staff responded to my requests in less than a day what wa quiet helpful. Actually Meiji staff has visited me more than two times while I was in Osaka and they appointed also a contact person at the location for me which was very helpful at the beginning. One thing I want to say to any future intern: Japan is more than just Tokyo. Explore the Kansai Region and its ancient cities!! Was a bit short on my budget so missed out on the Kobe beef :(



Great internship in Sunny Fukuoka
February 14, 2018by: Petra Lang - GermanyMeiji is a team of young international professionals and their positive spirit is just GREAT! My internship couch was there for me every day and usually replied in a few hours to my emails. My two months NGO & NonProfit internship was filled with field trips to local farms, sightseeing spots, volunteering works at kindergarten and elder day care centers and their social activities were fun. Make sure to reserve some time for Japanese studies too. Meiji Academy keep up the good work! Gambattekutasay!! ;-)
Petra-san,<br/><br/>Thank you for your nice review!<br/>W will continue to provide professional work placements for coming Meiji Interns.<br/><br/>Special Greetings from Suzuki-san :)
My unforgettable work experience in South Japan
February 14, 2018by: Sarah Lee - EnglandBefore I heard about Meiji, I just wanted to travel for two months in Japan and improve my Japanese. When I learned about their internship program and also the opportunity to study Japanese together I became really curious. I wanted to prepare myself for job interviews in the near future and thought of getting some work experience in Asia. That's why it felt perfectly. As I am studying Japanese and East Asian culture, I decided that doing an internship would be a great chance to brush up my resume. I have travelled two times before to Japan, but have only been to Tokyo and the Osaka area. When I found out about Meiji's internship program and also about Fukuoka I became very curious. The communication with the staff and also their Skype interview went really smooth. First I had concerns as I haven't done any proper work besides of part time jobs in boutiques and cafes, but everybody was so helpful and gave me good advice for the company interviews I had. I already got accepted by my first host company, which was a tourist agency providing cultural activities and guided tours for foreigners. After my four weeks of Japanese conversational studies at Meiji Internships, I did another four weeks the internship. I was scared of the language barrier but everybody was really nice and made effort to talk to me in English AND Japanese which helped a lot. The company was giving me first a lot of translational tasks but i was able to also organise a whole customer research project from scratch and present it with my supervisor to one of our marketing agency clients. We had almost every week two drinking events by the company which were quite fun and sometimes ended up at Karaoke. lol On my last day I just couldn't hold back my tears... Hope I will be back soon to Fukuoka and Japan...
Sarah-san,<br/><br/>We are very pleased by your warm words and do hope you will come and visit us again in the near future.<br/><br/>P.S.: Your food photos make us hungry ;-)



A dream comes true!
February 12, 2018by: Thomas Müller - GermanySince my childhood it was always my dream to work and live in Japan. I always wanted to go to Japan, but I didn't really know where to start. Which destination is good for first timers? What should I do? How much will it cost me and how to organize such a big journey. Currently I am second year student and I really wanted to use my Summer break to go to Japan eventually. I had to convince my parents that it won't be just for travel and fun, but also getting something meaningful out of my trip. Luckily Meiji Internships helped to guide me on all steps to fulfil my adventure. I discovered that Meiji Internships offers professional internship placements paired with Japanese language courses. I decided to doing an "International Education Internship in Fukuoka" for six weeks and made a lot of local high school and university friends, who were my language exchange partners :) From the many destinations they offer I chose Fukuoka in the south of Japan. First I hesitated to choose any other location than Tokyo, but soon I discovered what is so special about Fukuoka. Abundance of cultural activities, great social night life and the food was sooooo good! Not to forget: Fukuoka is really cheap for Japanese standards!!! There are too many special moments I had, but being welcomed by all the locals made me feel really sad when leaving this place after being there for almost two months... Anyway will be back next Summer for my break Meiji!!! Greetings to Hanada-sensei :)))
Hi Thomas and vielen dank! :)<br/><br/>It was so great having you had here!<br/>We hope you are doing well and come back to Japan soon again!<br/><br/>All the Best,<br/>Your Meiji Academy Team



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Interviews
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Takuya Yoshida
Interviewed in 2020
Yoshida grew up in Kitakyushu, Japan, and graduated from Kyushu Sangyo University. He served in the military for two years before working for a cruise...

Takuya Yoshida
Interviewed in 2020
What inspired you to travel abroad?
Meiji Internships acts as a gateway to foreign students and guides them on their journey through Asia into a new life. I want to be part of that vision and help to show young professionals the beauty of Japan and its culture.

Caroline Delmache
Interviewed in 2020
Caroline Delmache is originally from a small village in Normandy in northern France. When she was 17, she made one of the biggest decisions of her lif...

Caroline Delmache
Interviewed in 2020
What inspired you to travel abroad?
For years I had been interested in foreign countries and culture, especially Japanese culture. This was why I decided to study Japanese in Paris. During my third year, I had the opportunity to do an exchange year at Fukuoka University. During that year I made friends, got used to life in Fukuoka and I met my boyfriend who was a Japanese student. When I had to come back to my country, my life back in France didn’t suit me anymore, so I decided to go back to Japan… and here I am!

Maria Phasoulidou
Participated in 2019
Maria recently graduated from University of Cyprus (UCY) with a BSc in Business Management. While being a full-time undergraduate student at universit...

Maria Phasoulidou
Participated in 2019
I always wanted to go abroad and Japan has been my top destination since my middle school years. I became immersed in Japanese culture when I came across anime in my early years in middle school. It was a whole different world. This helped me familiarize myself with the language, customs, and I really wanted to visit the country that inspired the panels in the anime. My curiosity to visit Japan increased more when I became a Business Management undergraduate student at university. In more than one course, we did case studies about the Japanese way of business, Japan’s economy, technology, companies and so much more. I then realised that I didn’t want to just visit Japan as a tourist. I wanted to experience the local way of life, as only then I would be able to experience the things I read in those articles.
Yushi Tanaka
Interviewed in 2019
Yushi made it his mission to empower others to pursue their dreams abroad after realizing the eminent value of international experience during his stu...
Yushi Tanaka
Interviewed in 2019
What inspired you to travel abroad?
What inspired me to work for Meiji Internships was the opportunity to put my English communication skills that I learned from college into practice. At Meiji Internships, English is commonly used to connect international students from all over the world. Also, being able to interact with people from all walks of life and different backgrounds is another factor. Lastly, I find great pleasure in matching students and international companies because I am indirectly able to positively influence the intern’s life as well as benefit the host companies.
Audrey Deigaard
Participated in 2019
Audrey recently graduated from Kinder High School for the Performing and Visual Arts and will begin a double major in Mechanical Engineering and Asian...
Audrey Deigaard
Participated in 2019
Since elementary school, I have been interested in Asian culture. In middle school, I saw an ad online for Japanese audio lessons, so I downloaded them and listened to them every day on the bus home from school. From then on, my specific interest in Japan grew as I studied the language. Since then, it has been my goal to someday live permanently in Japan, so I knew that I should travel there as much as possible before moving there.

Jasmine Fang
Participated in 2019
Jasmine is from Shanghai, China. She is currently a junior studying at Bentley University in Boston. Jasmine is a Corporate Accounting and Finance maj...

Jasmine Fang
Participated in 2019
I have learned Japanese for years and I love Japanese culture so that inspired me to travel to Japan. I also wanted to work abroad in the future, so I think the internship in Japan will help my future career.

Trung Le
Interviewed in 2018
Trung Le first studied finance and banking back in Vietnam, but never lost his interest in graphic design. He spent his free time challenging his crea...

Trung Le
Interviewed in 2018
What inspired you to travel abroad?
What initially drew you to work with Meiji Internships?

Valentine Tscharner
Participated in 2018
Valentine is an 18-year-old high school student from Switzerland. She has always traveled a lot with her family and she is now starting to do it on he...

Valentine Tscharner
Participated in 2018
I went on a high school exchange when I was 15 years old to Ontario, Canada. This amazing experience is what got me started on my travel addiction. However, I don't want to just quickly visit every country. I believe you haven't really been to country unless you have understood its culture and mingled with its people for a sufficient amount of time. It is in this mindset that I departed for my adventure to Japan, a country that I had wanted to go to and learn more about since childhood.

Henri Vlahovic
Interviewed in 2018
Henri was born in Germany, yet comes from an international family background, hence his fluency in Croatian, German, English and Japanese. Before ente...

Henri Vlahovic
Interviewed in 2018
What inspired you to travel abroad?
What first sparked your interest in Japan?

Farina Fabricius
Interviewed in 2018
Farina has studied Japanese/Korean language and culture at the Ruhr-University Bochum in Germany with an exchange year at Kyushu University in Fukuoka...

Farina Fabricius
Interviewed in 2018
What inspired you to travel abroad?
You recently joined the Meiji team. What inspired you to work for Meiji Internships?

Nguyen Hoang Hiep
Participated in 2017
Nguyen Hoang Hiep is studying IT/Business at Hanoi University of Science and Technology. He is from Hanoi, Vietnam. He loves to travel and learn new t...

Nguyen Hoang Hiep
Participated in 2017
Since my young childhood I was always amazed by Japanese robotics and software games. I literally grew up with video games like many other of my friends, and it also grew the passion in me to pursue studies in IT at my current university in Hanoi.
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