Talent Core Initiative - Youth Internship Experience Story Collection

In 2025, under the strategic framework of the ASEAN Community Vision 2045, the Southeast Asian Ministers of Education Organization Regional Centre for Technical Education Development (SEAMEO TED) and the Southeast Asia Youth Sustainable Development Foundation (PASITA) jointly launched the China-ASEAN Industry-Education “Core” Initiative.

The “Core” Initiative focuses on youth development in Southeast Asia by connecting educational institutions with industry resources, providing young people with hands-on opportunities in real work environments, and fostering a new generation of regional talent equipped with professional skills and an international perspective.

As more Southeast Asian youth engage in international exchanges, practical projects, and cross-cultural collaboration, their experiences of exploration, challenges, and growth in real workplace settings have become a meaningful reflection of regional youth cooperation.

To document these valuable experiences and share authentic stories from youth participating in international exchanges and internship practices, PASITA has specially launched the “Talent ‘Core’ Initiative · Youth Internship Experience Story Collection”.

Through these stories, we hope to inspire more young people to explore the opportunities and possibilities of cross-cultural practice, while promoting the exchange and transmission of experiences and insights among youth.

I. Eligibility

Applicants should have completed an internship lasting at least three months.

II. Content Guidelines and Requirements

We encourage participants to draw from their own practical experiences and share stories and insights gained during their internships. Your content may cover the following aspects:

1. Background of the Experience:
Where did you do your intern? What was your role or position?

2. Key Responsibilities: What specific tasks did you undertake? (e.g., event organization, content creation, cross-cultural communication, etc.)

3. Challenges and Breakthroughs: What difficulties did you encounter, and how did you overcome them?

4. Growth and Takeaways: What have you learned or gained from this experience?

5. Advice and Reflections: Based on your experience, what suggestions would you offer to future interns participating in this program?

Submissions in English, with a recommended length of around 300 words. Content should be authentic, specific, and clearly expressed. You are also welcome to include photos or short videos from your internship to make your story more vivid.

III. Recognition and Showcase

1. Official Certificate of Appreciation: Selected participants will receive an official certificate of appreciation issued by PASITA.

2. Inclusion in the Case Library: Outstanding internship stories may be selected for inclusion in the PASITA “Talent Core · Internship Stories” case library, serving as exemplary project outcomes for sharing and reference.

3. Feature on Official Platforms: Selected stories may be published on PASITA’s official WeChat account, allowing a wider audience to learn about your experiences and personal growth.

IV. How to Submit

Please click the link below to upload your internship story:
Submission Link: https://v.wjx.cn/vm/e7OYJe0.aspx#

All submissions will be reviewed and curated, and selected entries will be featured and published on an ongoing basis.

V. About PASITA Foundation

The Southeast Asia Youth Sustainable Development Foundation (PASITA), registered in Jakarta, Indonesia, is dedicated to becoming a driving force for international educational exchange in Southeast Asia. PASITA serves as a bridge connecting governments, higher education institutions, and industries across the region, fostering collaboration toward building an inclusive and future-oriented community.

PASITA provides a strategic and sustainable platform for youth, empowering the next generation through flagship initiatives such as international lectures, youth forums, and the Go Internship program. The Foundation also promotes student mobility and exchange programs, cross-border internships and employment opportunities, language education, as well as international conferences and competitions. Backed by strong partnerships with governments, academic institutions, and industry leaders, PASITA operates with professionalism, efficiency, and broad regional influence.