Somehow, my time in South Korea has come to an end already. My experiences with this internship in South Korea have been very transformative for my professional identity and personal interests. I worked for Korea Volunteer Agency as an Operations Intern for two months. The company works within the cultural experience industry, sending Korean clients…
Tag: IIP Seoul
Week 8 Seoul – Global Competency and Expectations
As I look back on my last full week in Seoul, I have a lot to talk about. There are currently 3 days left in my program before my flight home, and the bulk of that time will be spent working. This past week I helped to lead a tour for an international school from…
Final Reflection on IIP Seoul
This abroad internship program has taught me so much. I have learned how to work full-time in an office setting with the classic professional hierarchy of supervisor, employee, intern, and I have learned what is expected of me and what it takes to earn the trust of your superiors. While this opportunity has provided me…
Success at work and the much awaited Jeonju trip
This past weekend I enjoyed a trip with Absolute Internship to Jeonju! I have been wanting to go to Jeonju since I was in Korea last year, so this opportunity was one I was excited to take advantage of. Jeonju is a city fairly south on the Korean peninsula and it’s full of history. The…
Global Competencies and Defining Success
Hello! As always, here are my updates: This past weekend I had the opportunity to travel outside of Seoul with my internship program! We went to a city called Jeonju, which is known for its very traditional architecture, cuisine, and rich history. I departed from Seoul on a bus on Friday night after a full…
Seoul – Week 7
This week in South Korea has been truly wonderful. I got to travel to Jeonju, a historical city located about three hours south of Seoul. I spent the day exploring old streets, trying local dishes like bibimbap, and soaking in the atmosphere of a place that feels very different from Seoul’s. I also visited the…
Week 7 Seoul – Communication in the Workplace
This past week has had a lot of highlights. Our company was hosting a team for a team-building event on Thursday. Originally we were going to host the activities in and near Bukchon Hanok Village, but it’s been raining here in Seoul all week, so we had to move it inside. To accomplish this while…
Seoul Week 7: Workplace Communication & Jeonju
Before arriving in Seoul, I wasn’t sure what to expect in terms of navigating the city without knowing much (or any) Korean. Friends, family, and even online sources warned me that Seoul might be a bit tough for foreigners—especially compared to places like Japan or Singapore, which tend to be more English-friendly. I braced myself…
How History Shapes Communication
This week, I had the incredible opportunity to visit the South Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ), the tense and heavily fortified border between North and South Korea. It was an eye-opening experience that allowed me to witness firsthand the historical and emotional weight this area continues to carry. While I had read about the DMZ before,…
You must be logged in to post a comment.