ASEAN students find career guidance, community in Korea
For many Southeast Asian students in Korea, navigating university life can be only the first hurdle, with questions about visas, jobs and building careers waiting beyond the classroom. About 100 students from Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries gathered Saturday at Pukyong National University in Busan for programs offering practical guidance on student life, employment and…
About 100 students from Southeast Asian nations attended a special orientation and career mentorship event at Pukyong National University in Busan. The two-day program, organized by the ASEAN-Korea Centre in collaboration with local universities and organizations, aimed to provide practical advice on student life, employment opportunities, and career planning. Participants shared their personal experiences studying and living in Korea, offering valuable insights to their fellow students.
Leah Victoria Carada, the Philippine consul general in Busan, delivered a speech highlighting the diplomatic mission's efforts to foster stronger ties between the Philippines and Korea. The event marked the first time that an orientation and career mentorship program were held together, showcasing the dedication of the participating institutions to support ASEAN students in their academic and professional journeys.
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