Internship Services

Guaranteed Housing

Accommodation is located close to major public transport for ease of commuting to work. Interns are housed in fully furnished apartments with a weekly cleaning service. Interns are able to cook and prepare meals in their own kitchens. Housing is in security compounds with wireless internet and telephone service. Our accommodation makes for a very comfortable base from which to explore the city and make the most of your internship in China.

Orientation Program

All interns will undergo an in-country orientation to familiarize themselves with their surroundings and workplace expectations. Our 2-day orientation allows interns to meet others on the program while receiving information and guidance on all aspects of living in China and successfully participating in the internship. They will meet our Resident Directors and support staff in an informal setting that assists with the transition into their internship.

Program Managers, Resident Directors, & Ongoing Support

All interns are monitored and supported throughout their internship. Students are in regular contact with our China-based staff in both Beijing and Shanghai through email and phone contact. Interns complete feedback forms at regular intervals and all interns undergo a debriefing session. This process enables us to ensure both interns and host companies are satisfied with the experience. Our China-based staff are career educational professionals able to impart local knowledge and provide advice on any issue interns may have. Our staff are available 24 hours a day to deal with any type of emergency or incident.

Welcome Pack

All interns will receive a welcome pack upon arrival to China. The Welcome Pack contains a range of information to assist students such as city guides, maps, workplace expectations and all contact information for local staff.

Emergency Contacts

All of our interns living in China have a 24 hour, 7 days a week point of contact number should they need help with any issue that may arise. Interns also have the opportunity to visit the Beijing office within working hours and meet with members of staff for support or advice related to their internship, accommodation, life-style or visa related issues, among others.

Trips /Social Activities

Our in-country staff arranges optional trips and social activities for interns. The trips are a mixture of various tourist locations plus great sites typically known only to locals. Social activities include visits to local theatre, restaurants and cinemas. Both the trips and the social activities are a great way to socialize with other interns, locals and people from around the world to make great new friends.

Medical / Travel Insurance

Study Asia includes a medical insurance policy for all participants. In addition, students are advised to arrange for extra travel insurance for any items of value they may be traveling with.

Airport Reception

Study Asia arranges airport pickup in Beijing and Shanghai through our local staff members. All our cars are driven by fully licensed drivers in private cars who will take applicants to the doorsteps of their accommodation.

Group Flight

For Interns on the Summer Program a discounted group flight is available. This allows interns to meet others from all over the US who are participating in the program, while also affording an economical option.

Visa

Study Asia utilizes visa specialists to ensure you enter China with the correct visa. As a Study Asia intern, you have the opportunity to apply for a special program visa entitling you to do an internship in China for periods up to a year. This is due to the special relationship that we have with our placement host companies and the Government. Participants on the internship program can enter China on an ‘F’ visa, intended for business and cultural exchange. Mandarin study is also permitted under this visa sub-class. The visas are linked to the program and should not be used to obtain other work in China.

Mobile Phone / Cell Phone

All program participants are issued with a local Chinese cell phone connected to a local network or a local SIM card. Call costs are the responsibility of the intern but as all incoming calls are free, interns have the peace of mind in knowing anyone can reach them at any time. Our local staff will assist with any cell phone related issues you might have.