GII

 "The GII experience instilled in me the importance of cultural agility, adaptability, and a global mindset. Interacting with diverse individuals, navigating cultural nuances, and working in a dynamic startup environment equipped me with the skills to thrive in any global setting. Moreover, the exposure to different business practices and methodologies broadened my perspective, making me more receptive to new ideas and approaches."

 "Interning in China has opened my eyes to the wealth of opportunities available to me, especially in my unique position as a Singaporean. My GII experience has solidified my desire to pursue a global career, and equipped me with the tools and knowledge to bring me one step closer to realising this goal.

I learned that connections are just as important as one’s ability to get you where you want to be.

 "On a personal level, GII has developed my self-learning initiatives. On a professional level, I have developed the acumen to critically discuss new material and information that could be implemented in my work. I have become more adaptable and flexible with integrating new elements in my work and personal life that prepares me more an increasingly globalized and interconnected world."

 "I signed up for GII with the objective to nurture my independence and live in a new and unfamiliar environment. I readied myself for the good and the bad. Being overseas and thrusted out of my comfort zone fostered my personal growth in so many unexpected ways, and I was rewarded beyond my expectations. However, my most invaluable takeaway has been the relationships I forged with colleagues and friends in Seoul I interacted with daily. Despite palpable language and cultural barriers, I formed significant relationships that I truly cherish."

"What an amazing summer! When I signed up for GII, I underestimated how much I would learn and have fun in Thailand. Throughout my internship, I felt very involved in the workplace and rarely had any downtime at work. Beyond the great support networks from GII and gaining professional connections, I have also made lifelong friends. I have loved every moment of this experience and would do it all over again in a heartbeat.

"Throughout the summer of 2022, I had the opportunity to take the role of a Product Management Intern at Pomelo Fashion in Bangkok City, Thailand. Interning overseas at a fast-moving fashion-tech company was a new and daunting experience at first.

"Joining GII was undoubtedly one of the best decisions I've made at SMU, and I am still grateful for the opportunity that GII has provided me. I've had the opportunity to work with a diversity of talented engineers during my time at Workstream.

"Working in an overseas startup was truly a treasure trove of learning opportunities and experiences. I have been exposed to different working cultures worked with colleagues from diverse industry backgrounds, and came in contact with high-level executives.

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