Video & Photography Intern in Bangkok

Hi, my name is Isaiah. I’m a graduate from Furman University in 2023, and I worked with a railroad over in Thailand, thanks to the efforts of Asia Internship Program.

My main roles on the railroad were to act as a videographer and photographer for daily and major rail operations, as well as go film new equipment that was being deployed on the railroad. I also was used to film trains passing by, all of this to be used by the railroad for promotion, advertisements, for PowerPoints, spreadsheets, presentations.

I thoroughly enjoyed the working environment at my job at the railroad. Despite being rigorous, which was entertaining and fulfilling, every one of my co-workers was nothing but kind and outgoing, helping me feel comfortable in a new and somewhat unfamiliar environment. You know, we laughed, we worked hard, we had adventures from beginning to end. I felt welcomed, I felt accepted and I felt valued at the railroad. Despite being someone who wasn’t from Thailand, I was made to feel like I belonged.

Nonetheless, Asia Internship Program’s services were outstanding. For starters, as someone who was interested in working in transportation, in the railroad, that’s a very niche and somewhat challenging job to enter into here at home, let alone in a foreign country. The fact that they were able to pull it off I think speaks wonders to their tenacity and grit and determination to help their clients get the job done. My helper, [unclear], just worked 24/7 and worked with me, kept me constantly informed and updated about the progress of my internship, because it took a little longer, again, being a railroad, than others. But at no point did I feel like I was forgotten about or uncared for. I would recommend, if you’re planning on doing an internship in Asia, I think Asia Internship Program is the only way to go, because of that personal touch and experience you receive, and also that extra mile they’re willing to walk to make sure you get the perfect internship for you and your needs.

For those who are about to embark upon their own personal Asia internship journey, whether that be to one of their many offered countries or Thailand itself, my one piece of advice I offer up to you is to relish, expect and thrive in the unexpected adventure. You know, it’s not often that you get to go to another country to work and interact and envelop yourself within whatever that country may be, its culture, and take full advantage of it. Both expected and unexpected journeys will cross your paths, and my biggest piece of advice to make the most of your time, at least for me, is take advantage of everything. Never, never say no. Always be willing and expecting something new, something exciting, something fulfilling, and always have an optimistic outlook on whatever happens, because you’re only there to learn. You’re only going to learn and grow from your experiences, and that’s what it’s all about. Have a good time, be safe, and most importantly, like I said, expect the unexpected, thrive in the unexpected and flourish in the adventures that you encounter.

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