Take your business studies international to design, test, and scale strategies in real markets—integrating finance, accounting, marketing, operations, analytics, and management across cultural and regulatory contexts. International study immerses you in diverse business environments and consumer behaviors, expanding how you analyze data, evaluate risk, and lead teams to execute on growth, innovation, and sustainability goals. You’ll advance in areas such as financial modeling, market research, supply chain and operations, organizational behavior, and entrepreneurship while tackling projects in corporate social responsibility, product launches, and digital transformation. Build your portfolio through case competitions, consulting practicums, internships, and founder networks—strengthening decision-making, negotiation, and cross-cultural communication for careers across consulting, finance, tech, consumer goods, and social enterprise.
Throughout my internship, I developed better research skills. Because I was marketing to a different culture, I had to understand the audience first and go deeper with my research. Another skill I developed was my professional communication. This was my first office experience, and I was communicating with coworkers of a different culture, so I made sure to ask for clarification to avoid misunderstandings. I believe this is a very important skill because it reflects my ability and willingness to work in a team and effectively communicate with others.
In the academic sense, my internship wasn't a mere complement to my coursework; it served as a bridge that seamlessly connected the theoretical underpinnings of my studies to the vibrant reality of the Korean marketing landscape.
This internship opportunity was the perfect fit! Through the experience, I applied the skills and strategies learned in my marketing and political science courses to real-world scenarios—analyzing target marketing, developing sales strategies, and effectively positioning products for varying consumer bases. This hands-on experience reinforced my passion for global business and strengthened my ability to navigate international markets.
Not only did I meet my goals for my internship, but I also gained soft skills and improved my communication skills, which will benefit me in the future. I now envision myself working abroad.
My internship in Thailand reshaped my understanding of global business opportunities. Working where English isn't the primary language taught me to adapt my communication style and connect meaningfully across cultural and language barriers.
As a Thai-American studying abroad in Thailand, I was brought closer to my native heritage. The highlight of my time in Thailand was being ordained as a Buddhist monk, a profoundly symbolic process significant for Thai men and their families.
An important skill I learned through my internship was adaptability. My internship was in a country that I'd never been to and knew very little about. I began the internship only days after moving across the world and had to learn the slang and standard work practices quickly to assimilate. I can apply this skill in any situation in the future because there will always be something new to learn, and the key to success is how you react to change.
