Advance Your Career and Build Cultural Competency These are educational travel programmes typically one to two weeks in duration, designed to offer a deep dive into specific global topics, such as sports, sustainability, through a combination of field trips, lectures, workshops, cultural immersion and hands-on activities. You’ll engage with local experts, businesses, and communities, gaining real-world insights and practical skills, all while exploring cultural and social aspects of the country. The ‘International Experiences’ will greatly benefit those who want to learn more about the cultural and career perspectives across vibrant cities in Asia. These programmes provide a focused, high-impact experience for those looking to enhance their global education and career development, especially ideal for those seeking a meaningful global experience within a limited timeframe. There are six international experiences programs offered in Asia: 1) Japanese Food, History and Culture- Going Beyond Sushi Duration: 2 weeks Program Location: Japan (Kansai and Tokyo) Theme: Food and Beverage, Hospitality, and Culture Description: Explore Japan’s culinary landscape, from its traditional food to modern trends, as you travel through Osaka, Kyoto, and Tokyo, gaining insights into the cultural and historical evolution of Japanese food. Gain a comprehensive skill set, cultural awareness, and practical experience to enhance career prospects across various fields related to food and hospitality. 2) Vietnamese Pho to Pad Thai – Food and Culture Duration: 2 weeks Program Location: Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta) and Thailand (Bangkok) Theme: Food and Beverage, Hospitality, and Culture Description: Explore the culinary traditions of Southeast Asia through hands-on and immersive experiences in Vietnam and Thailand. Through cooking classes, workshops, street food tasting and night market visits, gain practical understanding of Thai and Vietnamese culinary traditions, and ingredients. As well as insights into sustainable food production by visiting organic farms and communities. 3) Global Sustainable Development- Innovation for the Future Duration: 11 days Program Location: Thailand (Bangkok and Samut Songkhran- a neighbouring province) Theme: Sustainability Description: Explore sustainable development initiatives in Thailand aimed at improving people’s lives and reducing carbon emissions with a unique focus on Thai Sufficiency Economy Philosophy. Engage with local communities to learn about their sustainable ways of living as well as understanding responsible tourism through hands-on activities like organic farming and sustainable product creation. Participate in initiatives like mangrove tree planting and no-carbon village projects to experience rural sustainability efforts. 4) Japanese and Korean Sports & Entertainment- Martial Arts to Gaming Duration: 2 weeks Program Location: South Korea (Seoul) and Japan (Tokyo) Theme: Sports, Entertainment and Culture Description: Go on an action-packed cross-country journey from South Korea to Japan to gain a comprehensive understanding of various aspects of sports and entertainment in the two countries - from martial arts to VR, esports and baseball. 5) Entrepreneurship and Innovation Duration: 2 weeks Program Location: Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta) and Thailand (Bangkok) Theme: Entrepreneurship, Business, Innovation and Culture Description: Delve into the vibrant world of startups and groundbreaking ideas in two of Southeast Asia’s most exciting hubs: Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok. 6) Korean and Japanese Pop Culture Duration: 2 weeks Program Location: South Korea (Seoul) and Japan (Osaka, Kyoto, Tokyo) Theme: Sports, Entertainment and Culture Description: Dive into the heart of Asian pop culture on this electrifying program Journey through the vibrant streets of Korea and Japan, where cutting-edge trends meet rich cultural heritage. Inclusions: Transportation between cities and countries Shared accommodation, breakfast included Airport Pickup, Induction Course and Cultural Orientation A series of Cultural and Industry Immersion Events Lots of learning and fun 24/7 Support and Guidance Qualifications : 18 years old or above English speaking Prices : Starting at £1325 Dates: March 2025 onwards. For more details, please apply on our website and we’ll get back to you. To learn more about these programmes, please visit our website and APPLY today to register your interest. Combine it with International Internship and Get Discount Planning an international internship? Why not arrive early and start with an international experience programme It’s the perfect way to get a head start—explore the country, immerse yourself in the culture, and ease into your new surroundings. This combined experience will not only help you adjust but also make your internship even more enriching. About CRCC Asia: CRCC Asia, originally launched as the China Internship Program in 2006, began with the mission of providing global students and graduates meaningful access to the international business world. Over the past 18 years, CRCC Asia has expanded significantly, sending over 11,000 students and graduates from around the world in immersive programmes across China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, and Thailand. Our programmes give students, graduates and young professionals the opportunity to further their personal and professional development in a growing international setting in economic hot spots.