Go Abroad China Ltd.

I joined GAC's internship program as a marketing graduate from Milan. They placed me with a tech startup in Shenzhen, where I worked on social media campaigns and market research for Southeast Asian markets. My colleagues were incredibly supportive and patient with my limited Mandarin. The weekly language lessons helped me navigate daily life, and the weekend trips to Hong Kong and Guangzhou were unforgettable. The team handled everything from visa to accommodation. I returned to Italy with practical skills and a global network. Worth every penny.

My parents were nervous about sending me to China alone, but GAC made it so safe and easy. I stayed with a lovely host family in Beijing who treated me like their own daughter. I learned Mandarin fast, visited the Great Wall, and made friends from all over the world. I came home more confident and independent. GAC was helpful in every step, from visa, airport pickup, accommodation, Wi-Fi, SIM Card and everything. One thing was really surprising for me that China has it's own YouTube. If you're a teen thinking about it – just go!

I studied Mandarin at Peking University for 4 months through GAC. I arrived knowing maybe 10 words. My homestay family was incredible – they only spoke Chinese, so I had to practice every single day at dinner. My teacher was patient and made class fun. By month three, I could order food, bargain at markets, and hold real conversations. The GAC team organized weekend trips to the Great Wall and Summer Palace. I came back to Sweden speaking more Chinese than friends who studied for years. Highly recommend.