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Learn Chinese and intern in China with Mandarin Rocks' study-internship program!

For many students, spending a few months in China as an intern in an international or local company has almost become a must. It really is a great way to understand the Chinese work culture and learn about doing business or working in China. It's an invaluable addition to resume, and certainly is very much appreciated by employers worldwide.

There is no place more exciting than Shanghai for an internship in China! Its growing faster than any other city in the entire world. It's the most lively and upbeat metropolis in China, the host of 2010 World Exposition. Being the economic hotspot in China, Shanghai leads all Chinese cities in economic performance, foreign trade growth and infrastructural development.

Mandarin Rocks is the leading Chinese language School in Shanghai with 9 years of expertise. The Study-Internship program is a featured program of Mandarin Rocks combining Chinese language learning with work experience in Chinese or multinational companies operating in Shanghai. It provides an opportunity for students to enhance Chinese skills in real life working environment and enable them to gain insights of Chinese business and society.

There are two parts to the program: a minimum of four-week intensive Chinese language course and four to twelve weeks of internship experience. Most of the internships are in the Business Development, Research, Human Resources or Marketing departments of various industries. The internships are generally not paid but some host companies/organizations may provide a stipend to cover some meals and local transportation. Extending your internship is also possible if it is agreed by your host company. There are 15 start dates throughout the year for total beginners in Chinese while non beginners can start every Monday.

Chinese language classes are held in our centrally located school. It is housed in a three-floor, elegant, classic Shanghai style villa in the elegant, central neighborhood Jing'an and offers a professional and relaxing atmosphere. It is easy to reach the most famous and important places of Shanghai in just a few minutes. Students will take 25 Chinese language lessons every week for duration of 4-12 weeks, with 4 group General Chinese lessons and 5 customized individual lessons or every day, Monday through Friday. The maximum size of each class is limited to 8 (average 3-5) to ensure every student gets full attention from teacher and has ample time for practice. The individual classes in the afternoon allow you to work on areas you may feel need extra practice or which are of particular interest to you. The classes encourage student interaction and help them improve conversation and written skills needed in daily life and in the workplace.

After the Chinese language course is finished, participants will intern in a selected company/organization for 4 to 12 weeks based on intention. The internship placement is made in a foreign or Chinese company/organization operating in Shanghai that is commensurate with your qualifications, background, experience and interested field. Areas include accounting, advertising, communications, education, event planning, fashion, finance, law, marketing, public relations, publishing, real estate, sports management, tourism, trade etc. The internships are generally full time (Mon-Fri, around 35-40 working hrs/week). During the internship, you will receive full support from Mandarin Rocks program coordinator. The manager of host company will actively involve and guide you through the whole internship. You may also have on-going individual lessons during internship period.

Highlights

As a leading Chinese language school and study abroad program provider in Shanghai, we work with a strong network of partners, host companies and organizations. With new client companies every year, we are expanding the breadth of industries and fields in which we can secure placements. Our service is throughout the whole program. We arrange everything from airport pick-up, housing, orientation, language learning, optional excursions to internship placement so you don't have to worry about all the details. Our program coordinator will assist in all aspects to make sure your learning and working experience in Shanghai is maximized.

Qualifications

The Study-Internship program in Shanghai is open to participants worldwide aged between 18 to 27 who have finished or pursuing university or college education. To qualify, applicants should preferably speak fluent English and have an elementary or above level in Chinese in order to become fully integrated in the work team. However, while Chinese is a definite plus, it is NOT a must. This program is also open to absolute beginners in Chinese.

NOT everyone that meets the above criteria is accepted. Before an internship placement is offered on the program, you need to submit application form and resume for our evaluation. This should include your career goals, educational background and your previous work experience. Phone interviews may be held before acceptance.

Most of the internships are in the Business Development, Research, Human Resources or Sales, Marketing departments of various industries. Most common fields include:
- Accounting
- Advertising
- Communications
- Education
- Event Planning
- Fashion
- Finance
- Law
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Publishing
- Real Estate
- Sports Management
- Tourism
- Trade

Other fields such as architecture, chemistry, engineering, medicine etc usually demand higher qualifications or relevant experience. If you want to intern in these non-business internships, you can contact us to check availability first.

Application Process:
Step 1. Submit online application form
Step 2. Confirm information accuracy by replying to our auto generated message addressed to your email.
Step 3. We will issue an invoice to your email
Step 4. Pay deposit or full program fee according to dates outlined in the invoice
-Succeed! We will provide advice and information prior to your departure!

Note: Application and payment should be finished at least 8 weeks prior to start date. Late applicants are accepted on case to case basis.

Intern Types

Languages

• English
• Chinese

Salary/Pay

Internships are not paid for the first 4-12 weeks. During this placement period, your internship is not paid because the host company cannot make sure that your presence and contribution will result in financial gain for their business. After the 12 weeks period, extension of your work placement is possible if it is agreed by your host company with no additional extension fee from us. Salary is negotiable with your host company. If you decide to work for one or two years in China, we could also assist you in that area.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to China

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 2-3

Application Process Involves

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Other
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

2 to 5 working days

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Job and Internship Network

Mandarin Rocks's Mission Statement

Mandarin Rocks is the leading Chinese language school based in Shanghai building on the vision of "Total Solution to Language Barriers". Since 2001, we've been offering high quality Chinese language courses through superior teaching resource combined with the most strict and effective quality control system anywhere in Shanghai. The school is also a member of IPSA Consortium, the well known worldwide organization for only the best internationally recognized language schools and study abroad programs in over 35 countries. At Mandarin Rocks, students from all over the world meet and exchange experiences. Paying the utmost attention to the students' needs, we have become the first choice for international students and local expatriate community for Chinese language learning. Our motivation comes from our passion to promote Chinese culture and image all over the globe. Quality and passion are never over-rated at Mandarin Rocks.

Year Founded

2001