Source: Asia New Zealand Foundation
- Twenty-three young New Zealanders are heading to Asia to gain work experience in the field of business, media, and sports through an internship programme run by the Asia New Zealand Foundation.
The Asia New Zealand Foundation Te Whītau Tūhono has been offering internships since 2009 and is continually expanding its range of opportunities to meet the professional needs of today’s workforce and Asia’s exciting, diverse industries.
The programme helps talented New Zealand tertiary students and recent graduates develop the skills and experience they need to thrive in Asia by providing them with the opportunity to live and work in the region, and to learn about Asian cultures and workplace practices firsthand.
The Foundation’s business programme director, Nicholas Siu, emphasises the tremendous opportunities that Asia offers for New Zealanders.
“Asia is the future, and our young people are the key to unlocking its potential. By developing their Asia capabilities, we are investing in our future.
“Our internship programmes help young New Zealanders to build the knowledge, networks, and cultural understanding they need to thrive in this dynamic market.
There is no better way to build confidence and knowledge of Asia than to be physically present in the region and to immerse yourself in the local workplace.”
Interns will spend up to three months working in Asia, across a range of sectors including technology, finance, media, biotech, logistics, sports, and creative industries. They will also have the opportunity to learn from experienced mentors and gain insights into the latest tr
