2024 Summer Internship Program Final Presentation Event 

The Final Presentation Event for the 2024 KUAS Summer Internship Program was held on Saturday, October 19. Over 400 people attended the event, including about 230 interns, approximately 120 company representatives, and around 50 faculty members, staff, and interested students. During their presentations, interns reflected on the knowledge and personal growth they gained through their internship experiences. They also received feedback and questions from participants, offering further opportunities for reflection and development. 

Taking on an Overseas Internship 

Thirty of the 230 participating students tried their hand at internships abroad in the U.S., Canada, New Zealand, India, China, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Netherlands. A recurring theme across many presentations was the importance of international perspectives and cross-cultural understanding. 

International Students First Work Experience in Japan 

On the other hand, 30 English-standard international students partook in the Internship Program, many of them having their first experience working at a Japanese company. Their presentations highlighted adaptability and teamwork as crucial skills, along with the challenges and rewards of overcoming language barriers.

Deepening Connections at the Networking Reception 

A Networking Reception followed the presentations, with students actively involved in organizing and moderating the event, creating an opportunity for exchange in a more casual setting. Students proactively approached and exchanged business cards with company representatives, which led some participating companies to comment on the increasing proactiveness of students, raising expectations for future collaboration. 

2024 Program Completion and Future Prospects 

 With the completion of the Final Presentation Event, the 2024 KUAS Summer Internship Program has officially concluded. This year once again provided students with a wide range of domestic and international experiences, enabling them to grow through hands-on learning and interaction with host companies and organizations. 

Looking ahead, we aim to further enhance our career support to foster long-term student development. We will continue working closely with our internship partners to tailor programs to meet the evolving needs of various industries. 

We would like to congratulate this year’s participants on successfully completing the program and extend our sincere thanks to our partner companies. We look forward to making next year’s program an even greater success.　  

(Career Development Center, Kyler Watson)