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Japanese Language + Assistant Work

Special Programs Assistant (​June 2014 - July 2015)

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The internship I worked at Ohio University's Ohio Program of Intensive English (OPIE) is difficult to succinctly explain. It involved working full time at Ohio University where I helped international and study abroad students with many various things. These are some of the things I did in this role:
  • Assisted in ESL (English as a Second Language) Classes
  • Planned and coordinated orientations, events, and volunteer activities 
  • ​Arranged and chaperoned cultural trips
  • Administered evaluations
  • Oversaw hiring and coordination of student tutors and drivers
  • Conducted weekly informational meetings with student groups
  • Helped with daily tasks ranging from tracking down lost keys to mailing a package

Some student groups I worked with include:
  • Japanese study abroad students from Chubu University
  • Japanese high school students from Inagakuen High school
  • Korean students from Korea University of Technology and Education
  • Mexican students through the Proyecta 100,000 program
  • Brazilian students through the Brazil Scientific Mobility Program
  • Fulbright Scholars from around the world



Study Abroad at Chubu University (September 2012 - December 2012)

This was a 3 month study abroad program where we took various Japanese language classes such as grammar, reading, speaking, culture and listening. 

 English Tutor / Cultural Aid (March 2012 – May 2014)

​This is one of the jobs I had as a student at Ohio University where I did the following:
  • Individually aided Japanese students from Chubu University write, prepare, and practice speeches they had to deliver in English
  • Reinforced core concepts from their class in a large group setting by giving lectures, and organizing workshops and activities
  • Aided in orientations for Japanese study abroad students by conducting tours of campus, helping students fill out paperwork, and assisting students purchase goods for their stay
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