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I am a socially-driven and creative International Business Management student currently studying abroad in Japan. I am passionate about applying my skills in content creation, storytelling, and platform strategy to make a meaningful difference in communities. Returning to the U.S. in August, I am seeking a social media internship where I can use my experience and enthusiasm for purpose-led communication. During my time abroad, I have gained valuable insights into cross-cultural communication and digital marketing, particularly relating to healthcare, tourism, and educational environments. I am eager to bring my unique perspective and dedication to any team looking to grow and engage audiences through impactful messaging.…I am a socially-driven and creative International Business Management student currently studying abroad in Japan. I am passionate about applying my skills in content creation, storytelling, and platform strategy to make a meaningful difference in communities. Returning to the U.S. in August, I am seeking a social media internship where I can use my experience and enthusiasm for purpose-led communication. During my time abroad, I have gained valuable insights into cross-cultural communication and digital marketing, particularly relating to healthcare, tourism, and educational environments. I am eager to bring my unique perspective and dedication to any team looking to grow and engage audiences through impactful messaging.

Alyssa West

Content Creator, Social Media Manager, Brand Strategist, +6

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I am a socially-driven and creative International Business Management student currently studying abroad in Japan. I am passionate about applying my skills in content creation, storytelling, and platform strategy to make a meaningful difference in communities. Returning to the U.S. in August, I am seeking a social media internship where I can use my experience and enthusiasm for purpose-led communication. During my time abroad, I have gained valuable insights into cross-cultural communication and digital marketing, particularly relating to healthcare, tourism, and educational environments. I am eager to bring my unique perspective and dedication to any team looking to grow and engage audiences through impactful messaging.…I am a socially-driven and creative International Business Management student currently studying abroad in Japan. I am passionate about applying my skills in content creation, storytelling, and platform strategy to make a meaningful difference in communities. Returning to the U.S. in August, I am seeking a social media internship where I can use my experience and enthusiasm for purpose-led communication. During my time abroad, I have gained valuable insights into cross-cultural communication and digital marketing, particularly relating to healthcare, tourism, and educational environments. I am eager to bring my unique perspective and dedication to any team looking to grow and engage audiences through impactful messaging.

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I am a socially-driven and creative International Business Management student currently studying abroad in Japan. I am passionate about applying my skills in content creation, storytelling, and platform strategy to make a meaningful difference in communities. Returning to the U.S. in August, I am seeking a social media internship where I can use my experience and enthusiasm for purpose-led communication.

During my time abroad, I have gained valuable insights into cross-cultural communication and digital marketing, particularly relating to healthcare, tourism, and educational environments. I am eager to bring my unique perspective and dedication to any team looking to grow and engage audiences through impactful messaging.

Skills

Experience Level

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

Japanese

Intermediate

Work Experience

Digital Marketing & Business Intern at Taiyo Medicare Services

February 28, 2025 - July 22, 2025

Researched and observed branding and messaging strategies within Japan's healthcare sector. Gained insights into human-centered communication and storytelling in caregiving environments. Supported event engagement and internal brand evaluation from a cross-cultural perspective.

Tourism & Cultural Intern at Tenkawa Village

March 31, 2025 - July 22, 2025

Contributed to cultural storytelling through hospitality and tourism support. Helped present traditional industries and historical narratives to diverse audiences. Participated in outreach and intergenerational community-building efforts.

Chat Room Leader at Aoyama Gakuin University

January 31, 2024 - July 22, 2025

Led engaging conversations with Japanese students on cross-cultural topics. Facilitated inclusive dialogue and supported language exchange initiatives. Strengthened interpersonal communication and digital facilitation skills.

Customer Service Associate at Walgreens, CVS, Sodexo

December 31, 2023 - July 22, 2025

Assisted customers, managed transactions, and stocked inventory in high-traffic environments. Handled complaints with professionalism. Maintained clean, organized, high-volume workspaces.

PR/Communications Intern at Golden Hippo Team

August 7, 2025 - Present

Supporting the Dr. Gundry Podcast and other communications initiatives by managing podcast operations, assisting with social media content such as Reels, and contributing to performance-driven marketing efforts. Responsibilities include creating visual and written content, social media scheduling, and brainstorming creative ways to repurpose video that engages wellness-focused audiences.

Digital Marketing & Business Intern at Taiyo Medicare Services

February 1, 2025 - Present

Researched and observed branding and messaging strategies within Japan’s healthcare sector. Gained insights into human-centered communication and storytelling in caregiving environments. Supported event engagement and internal brand evaluation from a cross-cultural perspective.

Tourism & Cultural Intern at Tenkawa Village

March 1, 2025 - August 7, 2025

Chat Room Leader at Aoyama Gakuin University

January 1, 2024 - August 7, 2025

Customer Service Associate at Walgreens, CVS, Sodexo

December 31, 2023 - August 7, 2025

Assisted customers, managed transactions, and stocked inventory in high-traffic environments. Handled complaints with professionalism. Maintained clean, organized, high-volume workspaces.