Fo Guang University Students Apply Their Expertise During Overseas Internship, Supporting Mabuhay Temple’s Digital and Media Development

By Wang Wei-Ling, Merit Times, Manila, Philippines
July 22, 2026

Three students from Fo Guang University—You Shun-Hsiung and Lee Yi-Heng from the Department of Product and Media Design, and Hsu Chia-Ling from the Department of Information Application—began their overseas internship at Fo Guang Shan Mabuhay Temple in the Philippines on June 29. Applying the knowledge and skills acquired in the classroom to practical work at the temple, they gained valuable professional experience through interdisciplinary collaboration while deepening their understanding of Humanistic Buddhism through cross-cultural exchange.

The internship was organized according to each student's area of expertise. The Product and Media Design students were responsible for graphic design, photography, videography, video editing, and post-production for temple events, creating promotional materials that enhanced the visual presentation and media outreach of various activities. Meanwhile, the Information Application student focused on the design and development of the official Mabuhay Temple website, improving its structure, layout, and content to provide a more user-friendly experience and facilitate more effective communication of information.

Throughout the internship, the students not only encountered different work styles and technical challenges but also adapted to overseas living and a multicultural environment. With a positive attitude toward learning, they actively communicated with the monastics and temple staff, continuously refining their work through teamwork and collaboration, and successfully completed their assigned projects.

The students shared that the overseas internship enabled them to put classroom knowledge into practice while strengthening their skills in design, information integration, and project execution. They also came to appreciate the importance of cross-cultural communication and teamwork. By participating in the temple's activities, they were inspired by the spirit of serving others and benefiting society, gaining invaluable international experience for their future careers while contributing youthful creativity and professional expertise to Mabuhay Temple's digital transformation and media outreach.

Venerable Yung Guang, Head Abbess of Fo Guang Shan Philippines, commended the dedication and outstanding performance of You Shun-Hsiung, Lee Yi-Heng, and Hsu Chia-Ling. She remarked that an overseas internship is not only an opportunity to refine professional skills but also an important journey of personal growth and life education. She encouraged the students to continue supporting the temple's digital media and information development while gaining a deeper understanding of Buddhist wisdom and putting the principles of Humanistic Buddhism into practice in both their work and daily lives. By cultivating a spirit of service and dedication, she expressed her hope that they would use their professional expertise to give back to society and benefit many people, regardless of the career path they choose in the future.