IST Students Go Global! Six Students Selected for International CWIE and Cooperative Education at Palcall Tsumagoi Resort, Japan

The International School of Tourism (IST), Suratthani Rajabhat University, proudly congratulates six students who have been selected to participate in international Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education (CWIE) and international cooperative education placements at Palcall Tsumagoi Resort, Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

This achievement represents an important opportunity for the students to gain valuable professional experience, strengthen their practical skills, and explore international career pathways in the tourism and hospitality industry.

The students' selection highlights the potential and readiness of IST students to apply their academic knowledge in real-world international workplaces. Such opportunities encourage the development of essential professional competencies, including foreign language communication, teamwork, cross-cultural understanding, adaptability, and professional responsibility.

Meet Our Selected Students

01 | International CWIE Placement

Ms. Somruedee Sangklai
Second-Year Student
Tourism and Hospitality Management Program
Bilingual Study Group

Ms. Somruedee has been selected for an international Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education (CWIE) placement at Palcall Tsumagoi Resort, Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

This opportunity will allow her to gain hands-on professional experience in an international workplace and further develop her competencies in tourism and hospitality services.

02 | International Cooperative Education

Five fourth-year students have also been selected for international cooperative education placements:

Ms. Kanyanat Chunui (Credit Transfer Group)
Ms. Natthanan Sali (Credit Transfer Group)
Ms. Chalinee Chaniad (Bilingual Study Group)
Ms. Hana Gekina (Bilingual Study Group)
Mr. Watchara Thaenthong (Tourism Major)

All five students have been selected to undertake international cooperative education placements at Palcall Tsumagoi Resort in Gunma Prefecture, Japan.

These placements offer opportunities to experience international hospitality operations, apply classroom knowledge, and enhance professional skills relevant to their future careers.

From Classroom Learning to International Work Experience

Cooperative and Work-Integrated Education provides an important connection between academic learning and professional practice. By participating in international placements, students have opportunities to experience workplace environments, professional service standards, and organizational cultures beyond the classroom.

These experiences are expected to support the development of practical skills, communication abilities, problem-solving, teamwork, cultural awareness, and adaptability. Such competencies are increasingly important for graduates pursuing careers in the global tourism and hospitality industry.

Preparing IST Students for Global Careers

The International School of Tourism is committed to supporting student development through experiential learning and opportunities that connect education with professional environments. International CWIE and cooperative education experiences contribute to preparing students for the evolving demands of tourism, hospitality, and service industries.

A Proud Step Toward International Success

The International School of Tourism extends its heartfelt congratulations to all six students and wishes them every success in their international professional training experiences. May this opportunity inspire continued learning, personal growth, and future achievements on the global stage.

SDG Report & Relevant Goals

This achievement contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through the following areas:

SDG Goal	Target Description	Connection to Activity
	Goal 4: Quality Education Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.	International CWIE and cooperative education provide opportunities for students to integrate academic knowledge with practical workplace experience, enhancing professional competencies, experiential learning, and career readiness.
	Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth Promote sustained, inclusive, and sustainable economic growth, productive employment, and decent work for all.	International professional placements help students strengthen employment-related skills and develop practical competencies aligned with the needs of the global tourism and hospitality industry.
	Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the Global Partnership for Sustainable Development.	The international placement opportunities demonstrate connections between higher education and overseas industry organizations, supporting knowledge exchange, experiential learning, and the development of internationally competent graduates.