Education Internships in China

Gain international work experience in Hong Kong, one of Asia’s fast-growing business centers. Our internship program combines hands-on professional development, global networking, and cultural immersion, giving students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals the skills and experience to excel in a competitive global job market. We offer internships across a variety of career fields, including IT, finance, marketing, PR, and business, with placements tailored to your professional goals. Partnering with companies and organizations in Hong Kong, our program ensures meaningful work experience that strengthens your résumé and enhances your career prospects. Participants also benefit from mentorship, development workshops, networking opportunities, and cultural activities, providing the support and guidance needed to grow while living in Hong Kong. With a network of 15,000+ alumni worldwide, The Intern Group is a trusted leader in international internship programs. Whether you’re exploring your career path, completing a gap year, or seeking to advance professionally, our Hong Kong program offers the perfect blend of career growth and international experience.

Hong Kong is one of the prominent business hubs around the world and the epicenter of the finance industry in Asia. An internship here is an ideal opportunity for young professionals seeking to gain international work experience and to progress their careers. There is a lot to explore in Hong Kong, with many of AIP’s alumni having visited Victoria Peak and the Tian Tian Buddha as well as enjoyed shopping at street markets. Through AIP’s award-winning international internship program, you are guaranteed to receive a customized placement based on your career goals and aspirations. Interning abroad in Hong Kong exposes you to international work environments while developing your professional network of business contacts and relationships. Being partnered with an extensive amount of companies including multinational corporations, rapidly growing startups, and charitable NGOs, there is a wide range of placement opportunities available. Regardless of which industry you are interested in pursuing, our experienced placement team is ensured to accommodate your needs. Apply today and take advantage of this incredible internship opportunity in Hong Kong!

Familiarize yourself with rural China and experience the traditional ways of the stunningly charming community of Fengyan, a small village located in South China’s Guangxi province. Though they are very hardworking, the people of Fengyan are typically poor and make a living off of farming. You’ll be sure to make a true impact here through much needed humanitarian aid and education. During the first week on the project, our volunteers take part in a week of cultural immersion. You’ll learn firsthand about Chinese food, the language, ancient calligraphy, and paper crafts and take in the glorious scenery on our tours of local sites. You will receive your work schedule during the first week on the project. There are a number of volunteer options available to our participants:

Gain unique, valuable experience in this international internship that combines work with travel to Hong Kong and other places throughout China. Our award-winning program offers students the chance to explore the city's stunning blend of East and West whilst gaining valuable professional skills undertaking a full-time placement in their industry of choice. Work in one of 30+ fields, including Finance, Entrepreneurship, Non-Profit, Business, Marketing/PR, Fashion and Human Resources. We organize company visits, career speaker events, and career workshops as well as cultural activities, day trips, and weekend excursions to help you gain valuable industry insights and explore Hong Kong. Ours is an all-inclusive program, including high-quality housing on Hong Kong Island, cultural activities, group dinners, visa application assistance, and 24/7 on-site support. Absolute Internship has been featured in the New York Times, BBC News, Bloomberg, and Forbes Magazine. We have placed 4000+ interns at over 800 companies worldwide.

CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Find the right fit for you! Live, learn, and work abroad on an internship program with CIEE! CIEE Summer Internships CIEE Summer Global Internships are 6-credit, 8-week programs with full-time working hours (approximately 30 hours weekly) and a seminar. CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad are 6 to 7-credit, 6-week programs with a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and a 3-credit academic course. CIEE Semester Internships CIEE Semester Global Internships are 9 to 13-credit, 12-week programs that feature a full-time internship (approximately 30 hours weekly), a seminar, and an optional 3 to 4-credit academic course online. CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad Programs are 12 to 14-credit, 12-week programs that feature a part-time internship​ (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and two academic courses.

Launch your global career with Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program. Since 2003, we have connected over 4,000 international students and professionals from 50+ countries to high-impact, paid positions across China’s leading economic hubs. Our exclusive network guarantees access to 2,000+ internships at Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across 20+ sectors, including business, finance, marketing, engineering, and IT. No prior Mandarin is required for many English-speaking roles. We provide a complete, stress-free experience with all-inclusive packages covering visa support, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and cultural activities. With dedicated career mentoring, 90% of our alumni secure jobs within three months. Choose your own start date for programs from one month to a full year, and let us tailor an internship to match your goals, skills, and budget.

Specializing in early childhood education? Apply your knowledge and skills in a real work setting anywhere in the world. Institute for Global Studies offers internship placements in various destinations—choose where you want to travel! Past interns have worked in traditional daycare settings, working with children ages three to six and facilitating all aspects of their day. Other interns have created reading programs and tailored these to current needs. They have also helped plan field trips and supervised excursions. IGS encourages host organizations to give the option to create and share any area of expertise, challenging interns to come up with original ideas on how to best help the children. Skills and attributes that may prove useful in this internship include the willingness to accept and implement the philosophy of giving, the ability and skill to communicate with people of different cultures, the ability to write and speak clearly, and the ability to work under conditions of stress and change.

General Description: LoPair EduCare is a fully funded travel and cultural homestay program with a strong educational component. It provides insight into the Chinese culture and lifestyle by living with locals and traveling in your free time. Your host family benefits from learning English and a foreign culture. Entry Qualification: - Native English speaker - Undergraduate or above - Good academic background, top university preferred - Preferably with 200 hours of tutoring experience Program Components: - 30 days or 60 days homestay with room and board all included - Host family located in a metropolis: Beijing, Shanghai, Hangzhou - Round-trip flights provided by LoPair - Travel insurance and visa assistance provided - Travel bonus for 60+ days program - Visa assistance, cultural activities, au-pair meetups, and more

IES Abroad offers 140+ programs in more than 35 locations worldwide for undergraduate students. We're a little obsessed with study abroad, and not at all ashamed to admit it. We are a highly-charged force of study abroad enthusiasts. Every day we have the privilege of witnessing how study abroad changes our students' lives. That's the reason we do what we do: to provide once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures. Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our goal is to provide personal support and guidance throughout your application and enrollment process. Whether it's housing or cultural events or field trips, our job is to make sure you have the most authentic study abroad experience possible. Study with us for a summer, semester, or year. No matter the term, our world-class faculty and courses will engage you as you discover new ways of learning both inside and outside the classroom. How will study abroad redefine you? We can't wait to find out.

Experience another culture like never before while making a real difference in people's lives. You'll work side-by-side with local people in local/international companies, you will have a chance to cooperate with others from around the world, and still have time for your own personal adventures. With destinations in 20 fascinating countries around the world - Argentina, Australia, Austria, Botswana, China, Spain, France, United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Poland, Russia, Sweden, Mexico, Costa Rica, Peru, Chile, Bolivia, South Africa and Thailand - European Internships specializes in reliable and challenging international placements that make a real difference in local/international companies around the world. We will make it happen for you whichever way you want! Airport pick-up, activities program, excursions and cultural events, free-language interchanges with locals, intern placement in pre-selected area of interest, screening, testing, certificates, school materials, inexpensive or free lodging coordination, personal service, limited bureaucracy. Strives to put an equal emphasis on cultural, language and work experiences with personal input from the candidate regarding work preferences.

At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservation, Medical Outreach, and Environmental Sustainability. Since 2007, IVHQ has supported over 155,000 volunteers on life-changing journeys. We specialize in fully-hosted volunteer trips that are safe, affordable, and accessible—starting from just $20 per day. Your experience includes airport pick-up, accommodation, meals, and round-the-clock support from our local teams. With flexible booking options and no change fees, planning your volunteer adventure has never been easier. Our programs run year-round and are available for 1 to 24 weeks across Africa, Asia, Europe, the Pacific, South and Central America, North America, the Caribbean, and the Middle East. Volunteering with IVHQ is about more than giving back; it’s about growing, learning, and building genuine global connections.

As China continues to grow as a world power, there’s no better way to jumpstart your career than with an internship abroad in this enigmatic country. Shanghai, China’s largest city, serves as the country’s economic hub and a major global financial center, making it a sought-after destination for those interning in business and economics. While expanding your skills at work, you can also broaden your horizons by living abroad in a shared apartment and experiencing all that the city has to offer—from creative art complexes and massive shopping centers to mouthwatering meals and a sizzling nighttime scene. Our Internship Team will get you set up with a full-time internship placement that fits your interests and career goals while also helping you get settled in your new host country and culture with included activities, excursions, and more.

English teaching jobs abroad are a fantastic way to live overseas and get paid to travel the world! Armed with an International TEFL Academy TEFL TESOL certification, you will be able to work abroad teaching English while getting paid. After completing the TEFL training program, you can quickly begin working in major cities throughout the world. Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) or Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) are the industry terms for a professional English language teacher in a foreign country. Teaching English overseas not just an opportunity to work abroad: it is the chance to truly immerse yourself in a new culture, while changing your life and the lives of others. While teaching English abroad, you will be more than a tourist. As a paid English teacher, you will engage with the people and culture firsthand. Successful International TEFL Academy English teachers are true global citizens. They embrace opportunities to share their own cultural identity with others, while immersing themselves in new and different worlds. Though neither previous teaching experience or foreign language skills are required, all International TEFL Academy Teachers must possess excellent native-level English, excitement to live around the world, and a willingness to become dedicated English teachers to their students abroad. Whether it's Asia, Latin America, Europe, or somewhere in between - International TEFL Academy can be the gateway to making your travel dreams a reality. To become qualified to teach and get paid as a language instructor abroad, you will need to become TEFL / TESOL Certified. Our 180-hour online course provides the world standard in TEFL TESOL certification. You will complete 180 hours of curriculum combined with an additional 20 hours of in-person, hands-on experience. Once you've completed your certification with us, we'll help you with LIFETIME job placement assistance with our accredited TEFL TESOL certification. Popular Countries to Teach English With a TEFL TESOL Certification: Europe: Armenia, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Montenegro, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, Ukraine Latin America: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, Paraguay, Peru, Uruguay, Venezuela, Mexico, Costa Rica, Honduras Asia: Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan, Thailand How does this work? It's as easy as 1-2-3! 1) Choose to enroll in either a 4 week, full-time TEFL certification course at an international location, or our part-time, 3 month online TEFL certification course. 2) Receive high-caliber interview and job guidance from our student affairs office 3) Begin your career abroad! Contact International TEFL Academy for a brochure describing the process, read over the charts of where you can teach, how much money you make and the educational requirements. Advisors in our office are waiting to help you through the decision process. Join hundreds of thousands of others who teach abroad each year by starting with a professional TEFL TESOL certification.

Spend eight weeks in Shanghai, China’s largest city and financial hub, where you can gain professional experience in fields like IT, finance, business development, marketing, and more. You don’t need prior Chinese language study to take part—just a drive to grow your intercultural and professional skills in one of the world’s most dynamic business environments. Along the way, experience the culture and flavor of Shanghai, from futuristic skybridges to traditional soup dumplings. This global city offers countless opportunities to expand your perspective both in and out of the workplace. You can also choose to take an elective course during the first four weeks to earn additional academic credit. This is an exclusive IFSA-designed program.

Hong Kong—where East meets West and traditional meets modern; intern in the creative scene that's taking the world by storm. ArtBound Initiative will activate your career in the creative industry with a personalized internship placement. Called the “New York of Asia”, Hong Kong offers a unique and rich cultural experience. We offer internships in Communications, Marketing, Design, Film Production, and Arts Management. Meet professionals in your field and build a global connection through our established network in the creative fields. Our Program Includes: 1. Internship placement: We’ll strategize the best internship to launch your career based on your interests and career goals. 2. Coaching: Gain the tools and confidence to activate your career through one-on-one coaching with industry professionals. 3. The Network: Gain access to a global network of creative professionals and alumni. 4. Travel support: We will assist you in obtaining your visa, health and travel insurance, and housing!

Wanderlust Au Pair China Program integrates educational travel, Mandarin learning, childcare, and English tutoring for native or proficient English speakers 18 years and older. Embark on a transformative cultural journey with local host families while enjoying the benefits of our comprehensive package, including free Chinese language course, international insurance, cultural activities, flight stipend, etc. By offering 30 hours of live-in childcare and English teaching per week, you have an opportunity to foster meaningful relationships and start an extraordinary cultural odyssey - where language, tradition, modernity and adventure converge in the heart of China! Apply if you: - Are 18-28 years old - Have completed secondary school - Are proficient in English - Have no criminal record - Have a genuine interest and respect for Chinese culture - Have teaching/tutoring experience would be a plus

Immerse yourself in a new language, intern abroad, or explore a different part of the world. CET’s gap programs offer the opportunity to join college-level courses overseas or online. Whether you're mastering Chinese in Beijing, volunteering while living with a host family in Siena, or creating art in a studio in Osaka, CET blends academics with real-world experience. Designed around experiential learning, deep cultural engagement, and academic rigor, CET programs turn education into something more than just earning college credit.

5-Month Tutoring and Substitute Teaching Internship Program based in Shanghai, with occasional placements in other cities in China. Travel costs (train/flight) and accommodation are covered. Requirements: - Native-level English fluency - Valid passport - No prior teaching experience needed - Good health - Non-criminal record - Teaching certificate - Friendly, adventurous, passionate about teaching, patient and hardworking. Arrival Support: - Airport pick-up - Assistance with setting up a Chinese SIM card - Escort to accommodation Training and Placement: - Orientation - Training sessions with professional staff to prepare for interviews and demos - Ongoing support with training and teaching tips Benefits: - Free shared accommodation (private room in a shared apartment) - Monthly living allowance of 5,000 RMB - 2,500 RMB air ticket upon program completion - Reference letter provided at the end of the internship - 40 hours of free 1-to-1 Mandarin classes - Travel opportunities within China, with travel costs and accommodation covered

Asia-Pacific Academic (APA) offers both offline and online internships in the Asia-Pacific, welcoming students across the world to step out of the classroom and apply acquired knowledge to real work experiences in a multicultural environment. APA believes that internships are a great way for college students to obtain valuable work experience, which cannot be obtained in a classroom setting, as well as acquaint themselves with the field they are interested in. APA is an organization that has 13 years of experience in the education abroad field. Our team has successfully hosted over 6,000 students and faculty for different types of programs. We hope to build a platform connecting the Asia-Pacific with the rest of the world.