GRIP: Engineering Research in Singapore The first aspect of daily life that surprised me was the subway system. I had heard about its efficiency before arriving, but experiencing it in person was different. The stations were spotless, the trains quiet, and the timing precise. At first, I thought I had lucked out, since each time…
GRIP: GAO Capital in Singapore When I got off the plane, I was immediately struck by the immense heat in Singapore. The air was thick and humid, wrapping around me like a thick blanket. Within minutes, I was drenched in sweat, even from just walking a few blocks. At first, it was a bit overwhelming.…
GRIP: GAO Capital in Singapore Dear Anjelica, You are not here to merely experience the summer of 2025. You are here to forge something from it. The city you live in will not bend to you. The people you work with will not always care about your comfort. The markets will not stop moving when…
GRIP: Business Development in Singapore One of my most profound realisations I had over my two months interning in Singapore was definitely one akin to culture shock, but perhaps not in the way you might be expecting. Everyone’s heard of the term ‘workplace culture’: how important it is, how prevalent it is. I’ll admit I…
GRIP: Media in Seoul in Seoul, South Korea Embarking upon my summer journey in Seoul as a marketing intern has brought forth already many unforgettable experiences, blending creative workdays with the vibrant energy of this dynamic city. From navigating new neighborhoods, collecting photobooth memories with friends, to sharing delicious meals, every moment brings something new…
GRIP: PR and Marketing in Bangkok, Thailand Thai is not a very easy language to pick up as a foreigner. In all my time in Bangkok, I collected at most a handful basic phrases, each used to varying degrees of success. Hello. Yes (and no). Could I get this? Please go slowly (this was useful…
GRIP: Taipei City Government in Taipei, Taiwan If this internship has taught me anything, it’s that your location and environment shapes you in more ways than you think. Your environment doesn’t just shape your habits—it influences how you think, communicate, and even perceive yourself. This summer, I was an intern at Taipei City Government Department…
GRIP: The Tata Group This summer, I had the chance to live and work in India for ten weeks, marking not only my first internship abroad but also my very first time visiting the country. It was an experience that blended professional growth with personal discovery in ways I could never have anticipated. Landing in…