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From California to Shanghai: Shehzad’s CRCC Asia Internship

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Meet Shehzad Lokhandwalla: A UC Davis graduate with a degree in Computer Science and a passion for technology, agriculture, and international development. Currently working as a technology lead for a startup in West Africa, Shehzad reflects on how his CRCC Asia experience in Shanghai in 2012 shaped his career path and personal growth.

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Teaching & Cultural Immersion: Achint’s CRCC Asia Tokyo Internship

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Achint Kaur Ruprai, a recent MSc Behaviour Change graduate from Aberystwyth University, shares her enriching experience as an English Educator in Tokyo, Japan, through the CRCC Asia program in 2024. Her month-long internship not only strengthened her career aspirations but also deepened her understanding of cultural diversity and behavioral insights.

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Marketing, Memories, and Milestones: Chizzy Nwosu’s South Korea Experience

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Chizzy Nwosu, a Nigerian American marketing graduate from George Mason University, shares how her 2024 Marketing internship in Seoul, South Korea, with CRCC Asia helped her reconnect with Korea, explore new career interests, and create lifelong memories.

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From Beijing to Public Service in Australia: A CRCC Asia Alumni Success Story

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Aidan Mong, currently a Program Support Officer at Services Australia in Perth, Australia, attributes a significant part of his professional growth to his CRCC Asia internship in Beijing in 2014. His experience in China provided valuable exposure to international business practices, cultural adaptability, and professional networking. Since then, he has taken on leadership roles, contributed to the COVID-19 Pandemic Disaster Payment Package, and worked on the 45th Australian Referendum – ‘Voice to Parliament’ with the Australian Electoral Commission (AEC). The skills and insights gained from his internship helped him develop cross-cultural communication skills, expand his professional network, and build confidence in navigating global work environments. His story highlights the impact of international experiences on personal and career development, making CRCC Asia a transformative steppingstone for aspiring professionals.

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Finding Home Abroad: Seiya McConney’s CRCC Asia Experience in Tokyo

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Seiya McConney, a fourth-year student at the University of Oregon and a bilingual Japanese-English speaker, reflects on his CRCC Asia internship in Tokyo in 2024. Through teaching, translating, and exploring Japan, Seiya gained valuable insights into his professional aspirations and cultural identity.

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Designing Dreams in Japan: Amber Seymour’s CRCC Asia Journey

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Amber Seymour, a Graphic Design major from Michigan State University, shares her incredible summer internship experience in Japan with CRCC Asia. From mastering design tasks to navigating cultural nuances, Amber reflects on how her time abroad transformed her personally and professionally.

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Designing a Path Abroad: Maya Merrill’s CRCC Asia Internship in Tokyo

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Maya Merrill, a University of Oregon graduate with a BFA in Product Design, shares her transformative experience as a CRCC Asia intern in Tokyo, Japan in 2023. Her time at a Japanese design firm not only deepened her connection to her heritage but also set her on a global career path, leading to a post-grad fellowship with Princeton in Asia.

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Navigating Seoul: Rebecca Rowe’s Journey with CRCC Asia

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Rebecca Rowe, a student from Durham University in the UK, shares her enriching CRCC Asia internship experience in Seoul, South Korea in 2024. Through cultural immersion, professional growth, and forging lasting connections, Rebecca reflects on how her internship shaped her career aspirations and personal growth.

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“I Now Work at a Japanese Consulate!”: Angelina Rivera’s Journey with CRCC Asia

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Angelina Rivera, a passionate International Relations and Japanese studies graduate from Michigan State University’s James Madison College, shares her transformative CRCC Asia internship experience in Tokyo. From handling research tasks to navigating the complexities of urban life, Angelina reflects on how this experience shaped her career and personal growth.

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Meet Thelma: From CRCC Asia Intern to Vice-President at Wells Fargo

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Meet Thelma Susanna Brooks, an accomplished Vice-President and Lead Control Management Officer at Wells Fargo Corporation, based in Charlotte, North Carolina, USA. With a career defined by excellence and leadership in risk management and compliance, Thelma’s professional journey is nothing short of inspiring.

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Completing an internship abroad: your options explained

Internships and placements

Seeking an internship abroad? Whether you want to be two metres from a beach or at the centre of global commerce, there will be something for you.

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Working in Japan

Working abroad

Japan has the world’s third largest economy, and working in one of its growing industry sectors could get your career off to a strong start. Discover what it’s like to work there and read our tips on finding and securing a job in Japan.

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Gap year ideas and how to plan a year out after graduating

University life

We present a range of gap year ideas for recent graduates that’ll also boost your career prospects and suggest an overview of how to plan them.

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Working in South Korea

Working abroad

You’ll need a work visa to get a job in South Korea. Find out how to increase your chances of applying successfully to work in South Korea.

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