Take Courage
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Jessie Won (2016-2017 Hong Kong)
Q: Where do you come from?
A: South Korea.
Q: When did you go on your working holiday?
A: 2/2016-2/2017.
Q: Where did you go for your working holiday and why?
A: Hong Kong. I have always wanted to go abroad to study or work, and one day I found that Hong Kong has working holiday scheme. Hong Kong's characteristic is totally different from the other countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, etc. Those countries are well-known already in Korea for working holiday schemes and actually many young Koreans choose to participate in them. However, since Hong Kong is close to Korea, and it is a small but fabulous city, I was attracted to Hong Kong and would like to have a new challenge in my life.
Q: What kinds of jobs did you do, and what kinds of courses did you take during your working holiday?
A: I worked in the Culture and Public Information Department of the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Hong Kong as an intern for 6 months, and now I'm working at the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aka, aT). No courses were taken.
Q: Tell us one of your most unforgettable memories in your working holiday.
A: Living in a flat located in Jordan for 5 months, I once had to evacuate from my flat because of my ignorance about the local culture. One day of May, I came back to home after work at night. I went to the bed at around 12am, and suddenly smoke with ashes rolled up from the window and filled my room. I thought a fire broke out in the building and was getting panicked, so I evacuated outside the building. Coming out of the room, I told the other flatmates about the smoke and the possibility of fire. However, other residents didn't escape from the building, and it seemed to be weird. After that, I got a text message from my flatmate telling me that it wasn't a fire, but just the custom of Chinese or Hong Kong people(not sure) for wishing a luck by burning some fake money and letters. Coincidentally, I heard a fire accident from my city in Korea which had caused two casualties that day. I cannot forget the feeling of the day still.
Q: What is the greatest reward you have got from your working holiday?
A: From the experience in Hong Kong, I have got courage to achieve more that I have expected. I feel it is easier to make a living in other country and try new things than before. I have gone through some hard times of course, but I dare say it was a valuable experience in my youth.
Q: Can you give 3 tips for young people who wish to visit the working holiday destination of your choice?
A:
Q: Is there any extra thing you would like to tell us?
A: No :)
Note: The views and comments expressed in individual sharings are the authors' own and do not reflect the views of the Labour Department. Working holidaymakers are advised to research thoroughly and check up for updated and verified information before departure.
A: South Korea.
Q: When did you go on your working holiday?
A: 2/2016-2/2017.
Q: Where did you go for your working holiday and why?
A: Hong Kong. I have always wanted to go abroad to study or work, and one day I found that Hong Kong has working holiday scheme. Hong Kong's characteristic is totally different from the other countries such as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, etc. Those countries are well-known already in Korea for working holiday schemes and actually many young Koreans choose to participate in them. However, since Hong Kong is close to Korea, and it is a small but fabulous city, I was attracted to Hong Kong and would like to have a new challenge in my life.
Q: What kinds of jobs did you do, and what kinds of courses did you take during your working holiday?
A: I worked in the Culture and Public Information Department of the Consulate General of the Republic of Korea in Hong Kong as an intern for 6 months, and now I'm working at the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aka, aT). No courses were taken.
Q: Tell us one of your most unforgettable memories in your working holiday.
A: Living in a flat located in Jordan for 5 months, I once had to evacuate from my flat because of my ignorance about the local culture. One day of May, I came back to home after work at night. I went to the bed at around 12am, and suddenly smoke with ashes rolled up from the window and filled my room. I thought a fire broke out in the building and was getting panicked, so I evacuated outside the building. Coming out of the room, I told the other flatmates about the smoke and the possibility of fire. However, other residents didn't escape from the building, and it seemed to be weird. After that, I got a text message from my flatmate telling me that it wasn't a fire, but just the custom of Chinese or Hong Kong people(not sure) for wishing a luck by burning some fake money and letters. Coincidentally, I heard a fire accident from my city in Korea which had caused two casualties that day. I cannot forget the feeling of the day still.
Q: What is the greatest reward you have got from your working holiday?
A: From the experience in Hong Kong, I have got courage to achieve more that I have expected. I feel it is easier to make a living in other country and try new things than before. I have gone through some hard times of course, but I dare say it was a valuable experience in my youth.
Q: Can you give 3 tips for young people who wish to visit the working holiday destination of your choice?
A:
1)
Don't be afraid to try unfamiliar things.
2)
Learn and respect the culture of Hong Kong.
3)
Work in weekdays and go somewhere or do something in the weekend.
Q: Is there any extra thing you would like to tell us?
A: No :)
Note: The views and comments expressed in individual sharings are the authors' own and do not reflect the views of the Labour Department. Working holidaymakers are advised to research thoroughly and check up for updated and verified information before departure.
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