Two Interns from HUST

 

HUST stands for Hanoi University of Science and Technology.

 

Last November, four professors from HUST visited ISOWA. When it comes to HUST, it goes without saying that it is the most selective university in Vietnam — a prestigious institution boasting top-tier recognition and academic rigor across Asia.

Our connection with them began thanks to Ms. D, (the woman on the left) a brilliant Vietnamese engineer who has been working with us as a full-time resident supporter ("TASUKE-bito") since last June.

All the members working with her agreed that Ms. D is incredibly talented, and when I looked into it I found out she’s a graduate of Hanoi University of Science and Technology.

This led us to invite her former professors to visit our factory in Kasugai, which resulted in a very passionate and deeply connected exchange.

Following a visit to ISOWA by four professors, we decided to accept the two interns they selected, Nam and Hui have arrived in Japan.

 

Under the “strict” (haha) guidance of their senior, Ms. D, they will be working on their assignments for the entire week. Right at the start of the afternoon, they came by together to say hello.

 

 

Over the years, I have given lectures to Vietnamese business executives four times.

Remembering that JICA, the organization that hosted those lectures, had previously translated my presentation slides into Vietnamese, I gave those materials to the two interns as a gift.

Along with this, I shared this message with them: "Everyone works for their own happiness and that of their family, but your colleagues around you feel the same way. If you try to pursue your own happiness at the expense of others, you won’t be happy yourself in the end. When you respect and cooperate with your colleagues, they will do the same for you. At ISOWA, we work as a team, not alone. I hope you will experience this philosophy during your internship, while keeping safety as your top priority.”

They both looked so nervous, so to break the ice, I asked them about their hobbies. They answered "Basketball" and "Video games." Hobbies truly are universal! (haha)

Since they traveled all the way to Japan, I thought it would be a great opportunity for them to learn about Japanese culture and business etiquette, so I gave them a little advice on how to handle business cards.

We wrapped up our talk with a handshake, and then Ms. D chimed in, "Me too, please!"

I told her, "I was holding back because I worry about being accused of harassment if I ask—but I'm so happy!" We then shared a firm handshake.

If you have any questions about the materials I gave you, feel free to ask me anytime. I’d be happy to talk about them. Enjoy your internship at ISOWA to the fullest and learn as much as you can.