Hello everyone! My name is Scarlett Weir, and this summer I have traded Pittsburgh for Seoul, South Korea as part of the International Internship Program (IIP). As I write this, I’m thirteen hours ahead of my friends and family back home, which means I’m ending my day just as theirs is beginning. I am a…
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Life in Seoul: A General Update
It is honestly hard to believe how fast time is flying here. I am loving Seoul so much, and the entire group of people on this program has been amazing from day one. We managed to find a really great core group to hang out with right away. Whether we are trying to find a…
Artificial Intelligence and Healthcare in South Korea
This summer, I am working in the intersection of the pharmaceutical and biotech industries. A core part of the work that I am doing is analyzing how applying artificial intelligence can reduce burden on health care professionals, improve patient outcomes, and streamline the development of new treatments or technologies. Artificial intelligence can be used to…
Subways, Sustainability, and So Much Walking
It is honestly hard to believe that I have already been in Seoul for a week. The time has gone by so quickly that part of me still feels like I just arrived, but at the same time, I feel like I have already learned and experienced so much. Between starting my internship, exploring the…
First Impressions of the Fintech Industry in Seoul
Figure 1. Attending STK 2026 with members of my internship team. Industry Overview: I am spending my summer working in the fintech industry in Seoul! Before beginning my internship, I viewed fintech primarily as a combination of finance and technology, focused on building digital products that help users manage money, complete transactions, or access financial…
Soccer, Otters, and Lofi
Week two has been a good mix of work and exploration. One main highlight of this week was watching Korea play their first round of their World Cup qualifiers with the entire team. We took a long break to watch the match together, and when Korea won, another intern and I went out and bought…
It’s Been a Week Already?!
I am honestly shocked to say that I have already been in Korea for one week! The time has flown by so quickly, and it feels almost surreal to think about how much I have experienced in such a short period. This first week has been filled with excitement, learning, and a fair share of…
Week 1 – Assessing the Industry Environment
My company is focused on the technology and AI industry, specifically focusing on technology commercialization, innovation intelligence, and strategic decision-support solutions. My company, WeInteract Inc., is a startup company that has created a digital platform for innovators, researchers, and businesses to analyze information, allowing them to find opportunities and make better strategic decisions when it…
Strolling Through Seoul
So far, my time in Seoul has been amazing. I’ve had the chance to try a variety of Korean foods, including tteokbokki, kimbap, Korean BBQ, and, of course, convenience store ramen. I’ve also enjoyed exploring different parts of the city. Seoul Forest is a beautiful place to walk around and take in the scenery, while…
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