The Canada-Japan Co-op Program: Students' Stories

Students' Stories

Kelvin Mok

Systems Engineering
Simon Fraser University
Yamatake Corporation June 2006 – May 2007

The 10 months that I stayed in Japan was definitely a life-altering experience, changing my values and habits. It also gave me new inspirations and insights about my future career possibilities; and on a bigger scale understanding and tolerating something that is different…completely different. Looking back in retrospect, I would say that this adventure would probably be one of the best decisions I have made in my life. It opened up my eyes to how another part of the world operates and how the unique business-culture has lead to Japan's success.

The Canada-Japan Co-op Program, in partnership with JETRO, does not simply provide what a regular international internship has to offer, but also encompasses invaluable opportunities to meet new people, learn a unique culture and language, enjoy the exotic Asian cuisines, and also travel to various places. Needless to say, the ground-breaking and industry-leading technology that I was exposed to broadened my horizons in the technological field I study. For those who are looking for a similar life-altering experience, it is definitely a program worth considering.

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