Question 1: Hello! Could you please introduce yourself?

Hello! My name is Truong Anh, and I’m from Vietnam. I am currently pursuing a master’s degree in the Department of International Tourism & Korean-English Interpretation and Translation at Kongju National University.

Question 2: How did you become interested in Korea?

Vietnam and Korea share many commonalities, and I want to help promote international tourism and cultural exchanges between the two countries. I have a deep interest in Korea’s tourism and cultural heritage.

Question 3: What is the reason for coming to Korea?

I have always been interested in the tourism field, especially in Korea’s tourism industry. I came to Korea to experience tourism firsthand and learn in detail about related fields.

Question 4: How did you get the internship at VANK?

Last summer (2023), I participated in VANK’s Global Cultural Heritage Ambassador activities, during which I learned more about VANK. The most impressive part was VANK’s identity. I thought it would be great to have an opportunity to work at VANK. I checked the website to see if they were recruiting young researchers and waited for the application period, after which I applied and became an intern.

Question 5: What work are you currently doing as an intern at VANK?

As a young researcher at VANK, I am developing content to propose and promote policies related to Korea’s history, culture, and tourism. I aim to accurately inform the world about cultural heritage and correct misinformation about Korea in foreign media while also providing new information. I am also creating promotional videos about Vietnam and posting them on YouTube and Instagram.

Question 6: Do you have any memorable episodes during your internship?

During my internship at VANK, I had the chance to engage in various good activities. Writing petitions, appearing in music videos, and creating personal project videos… Every task and every moment was very precious and unforgettable.

Question 7: You attended the launch ceremony of the 5th Digital Metaverse Diplomats held in VANK’s metaverse space on January 31, 2024. How did you feel at that time?

There were more people at the Digital Metaverse Diplomats launch ceremony than I expected. My friends actively participated, and I felt that my foreign friends spoke Korean very well. It was great to be able to share my experiences and the work I do as a VANK intern with those friends.

Question 8: What are your plans after completing the VANK internship? And what is your dream?

After finishing the VANK internship, I will return to school. I plan to continue studying hard and actively utilize the knowledge and experience gained as a VANK intern to contribute to various projects. I want to leverage my capabilities developed through the internship while further expanding my knowledge and experience in international tourism and world cultural heritage. I also pursue continuous learning and growth, so I want to build deeper expertise through new opportunities and challenges.

Question 9: What would you say to foreign friends considering applying for an internship at VANK?

“You may not be a diplomat, but you will engage in diplomatic activities.” Communicate freely. Gain new information about international issues. Build new knowledge. Cultivate original ideas. I think working as an intern at VANK, which makes all of this possible, would be a great opportunity.

Question 10: Lastly, what would you like to say to VANK?

There aren’t many opportunities to do this kind of work as an intern abroad, so I feel lucky to have had this great opportunity thanks to VANK. I love VANK’s identity and am proud to be associated with it. Thank you for all your support; I have been able to create wonderful memories. I will continue to cheer for VANK forever!