For students wishing to do internships at overseas companies, the point is not simply to gain work experience but also to learn the language of the country in which the company is located. Existing internship programs are short and create a heavy burden for the host companies. It is difficult for the students to pick up the language in such a short amount of time. As we enter an age of birthrate decline in Japan, both universities and companies must seek out and secure high performing individuals. We believe it is necessary to develop a program that has merits for students, universities and companies alike.

Merits for Students

• Steadily improve Japanese skills through work and everyday living.
• Living circumstances are taken care of (dormitory, wages, etc.).
• Advantageous for finding employment back home or in Japan.
• No restrictions related to government sponsorship.  

Merits for Universities

• Helps to improve student skills and abilities.
• Advertise a distinctive curriculum.
• A reliable partner the university can recommend to students.
• Almost no costs to be borne by the university.
• No restrictions related to government sponsorship.  

Merits for Companies

• Get a highly capable worker for one year.
• Leads to improved services for South Korean customers.
• Raises the company’s profile in South Korea.
• Provides a learning stimulus to Japanese employees.
• Can lead to hiring opportunities.