Jasmin B.
Internship Program: Unpaid Internship
Company/Type: Fukuoka Now
Nationality: German

And again, it is time for a new intern we want to introduce. Jasmin from Germany talks about her experiences at Fukuoka Now.

Why did you choose Asahi Nihongo?
The organisation I came to Japan with is a partner of Asahi Nihongo.

Why did you pick this internship?
I am interested in media, tourism and translating. That’s why I also wanted to do an internship covering all these aspects. Fukuoka Now was the first company asking me for an interview and I was so convinced that I chose to do an internship there.

What were your tasks?
I had new, interesting tasks everyday. Because of my good Japanese skills, I mostly wrote articles or translated them from Japanese into English. All articles and news had to be uploaded on our social media sites, for example Facebook. I also had to act as a translator when we were outside interviewing people. Afterwards, I had to write an article or longer report about the experiences.

Were there any (cultural) problems you had to overcome during your internship?
No, there weren’t any problems.

What do you like the most about your internship?
It was nice to go outside and collect information for a report. When we, for example, went to a newly opened restaurant to interview the owner, we were invited to taste the food. Additionally, Fukuoka Now and Television Nishinippon Corporation once cooperated with each other, so I had the chance to interview foreigners for the broadcast company. That was a really nice experience. I really like to go outside and talk to people.

And how do you like Fukuoka?
The food in Fukuoka is very good and there are many places to go shopping. Moreover, compared to Tokyo, the people in Fukuoka are more open-minded I think.

Do you have any tips or recommendations for people who might want to do an internship?
You should definitely learn some Japanese, also in regards to writing, before coming to Japan. Communication skills are fundamental for your daily life in Japan. Regarding your internship, always be punctual, polite and respectful to your supervisor. Your co-workers will also be pleased if you offer them your help.

Program: Unpaid Internship 

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