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Sahmyook University Selected for Korea-Japan Student Program for Third Consecutive Year

From Hankyoreh · (11h ago) Korean Positive tone

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Sahmyook University has been selected for the 'Korea-Japan University Student Training Program' for three consecutive years.
  • The program provides Korean students with opportunities for language immersion, internships, and cultural experiences in Japan to enhance their global competencies.
  • Selected students will undergo 16 weeks of training in Tokyo, including language courses and field placements in various industries, with significant financial support from the university.

Sahmyook University is proud to announce its third consecutive selection for the prestigious 'Korea-Japan University Student Training Program,' a testament to our commitment to fostering global competencies among our students. This program, organized by the Ministry of Education and the Korea Student Aid Foundation, offers an unparalleled opportunity for Korean students to immerse themselves in Japanese language and culture, gain practical work experience through internships, and build invaluable international networks.

This year, six Sahmyook University students will embark on a 16-week journey to Tokyo. Prior to their departure, they will receive comprehensive pre-departure training, covering everything from language and cultural nuances to safety and security. The program itself is meticulously designed, with the first eight weeks dedicated to intensive language study and cultural adaptation in Tokyo, followed by eight weeks of hands-on internships in diverse sectors such as IT, engineering, and media.

What sets Sahmyook University apart is our dedication to ensuring equitable access to this enriching experience. We are prioritizing students from economically and socially vulnerable backgrounds, ensuring that half of the selected participants come from these groups. Furthermore, the university is providing substantial financial support, including an additional 1.8 million won internship scholarship per student, to alleviate the financial burden and allow them to focus on their development. This initiative underscores our belief that talent and potential should not be limited by financial circumstances.

As Vice President Seo Kyung-hyun of Sahmyook University stated, we aim to cultivate specialized professionals optimized for practical experience in Japan by leveraging the university's systematic career and employment support system. This program is more than just an academic endeavor; it is an investment in the future leaders and global citizens who will bridge Korea and Japan, fostering understanding and collaboration between our future generations.

We will foster specialized professionals optimized for practical experience in Japan by leveraging the university's systematic career and employment support system.

— Seo Kyung-hyunVice President of Sahmyook University and Head of the University Job Center, commenting on the program's goals.
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Originally published by Hankyoreh in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.