Go Abroad China (GAC) - Internship Program

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GO ABROAD CHINA
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AGENDA

• GAC Company Overview
• Why GAC Internship in China?
• Why Beijing or Shanghai?
• GAC Internship in China
• Components
• Sectors
• Partner Companies
• Feedback from GAC Interns
• How to Contact GAC?

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Go Abroad China (GAC)

• General Information
• Go Abroad China is an 9-year-old organization
  (since 2003) devoted to fostering international
  understanding through cultural exchange and
  educational programs in China. There are more
  than 900 individuals have participated in GAC
  programs since 2003.
• Mission
• Enhancing peoples understanding and knowledge
  about the Chinese culture
• Providing educational opportunities
• Allocating a portion of the budget and
  resources for improving education in rural
  schools and orphanages in China.

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WHY A GAC INTERNSHIP IN CHINA?
In terms of growth, China is the largest
economical powerhouse in the world today.
Considering the tremendous growth and
sustainability of Chinese economy, a work
placement in a domestic or multi-national company
will help you obtain hands-on experience of
Chinese working culture and business
environment. An internship in China also enables
interns to learn Chinese language and culture.
As an intern, you will not only
encounter new professional opportunities and
challenges, but social ones too. The time you
spend in China enables you to develop new
relationships both in  personal and professional
spheres of life by participating in numerous
networking events in China.
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WHY BEIJING OR SHANGHAI ?
Beijing - The capital city of China Beijing has
witnessed as many as 250,000 years of fascinating
history. Almost every street boasts an ancient
architectural treasure. GAC offers a diversity
of programs to suit the needs of a desiring
participant.   GAC programs in Beijing are
offered at the most renowned universities.
Shanghai - The largest, most cosmopolitan city in
China! Being a truly global city, Shanghai has a
major influence on Chinas trade, commerce,
fashion, technology and transport. Its also home
to the worlds busiest container sea-port! While
plentiful in its history and tradition, Shanghai
also features numerous characteristics consistent
with many of todays most modern cities in the
world.
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INTERNSHIP - COMPONENTS

• There are two components in the GAC Internship
  Program
• Internship in China
• International or domestic companies are located
  in Beijing and Shanghai.
• Weekly discussion with internship supervisor
• Salary or stipend
• Reference letter and internship certificate
  provided by the Internship Company and Go Abroad
  China
• Resume translation
• Ongoing monitoring and assessment
• Chinese Language
• Total immersion in the Chinese language
• Different proficiency levels available
• Chinese language classes in small groups
• Language exchange program with native speakers
• Regular guided tours, excursions, and activities
  
• 24/7 onsite staff assistance and support

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INTERNSHIP - SECTORS
Go Abroad China has a network of over 600 partner
companies. Participants have the option to choose
an internship that suits their needs and
preferences. GAC professional staff matches
preferences and future career aspiration to a
current internship position available offering
participants an unparalleled service in the
industry.
Business Internship There are many different
projects that you could be asked to work on in
many different areas.
Arts Internship Put your creative talent to use!
Internships in the arts consist of multiple
fields and disciplines.
Finance Internship GAC provides internships in
high-profile companies.
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INTERNSHIP - SECTORS
Hospitality / Food Beverage Internship We offer
internships at some of the most well-know
restaurants and hotels in China.
Information Technology IT Internship Chance to
work for start-ups, social networking sites, and
webzines
Fashion Internship Working hands-on as an
assistant to emerging Chinese designers, or
international fashion magazines.
Engineering Internship Internships for
automotive, chemical, and mechanical engineering.
Journalism Internship Work with talented writers
and journalists to become a part of the buzz.
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INTERNSHIP - SECTORS
Medicine Internship The opportunity to learn from
the doctors who integrate both Western and
Chinese medicine into their medical practices.
Law Internship Internships in some of the top
Chinese and multinational law Firms
Environment Internship We offer internships in
solar energy companies, green businesses,
campaigns for environment-focused NGOs.
PR Marketing Internship You will be working as
an assistant and project coordinator in some of
the top Advertising firms, Events Management
companies and PR firms.
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GAC PARTNER COMPANIES
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FEEDBACK
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM Its a great experience. The
staff was helpful, young and very understanding.
Whenever I asked for something I would get a
quick response. It was a great program, one month
was like a day. Ameni Kabboudi, Tunisia
INTERNSHIP PROGRAM The GAC Beijing Coordinators
are excellent at their jobs, and very friendly.
My trip last summer was one of the greatest
experiences I have ever had! In fact, I will be
returning to China for a second internship with
GAC and I wholeheartedly recommend this
program! Paul Stephen, US
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HOW TO CONTACT GAC?
Go Abroad China - US Office Go Abroad China
Ltd.1201 Orange Street, Suite 600 One Commerce
Center Wilmington, DE 19801 United States Phone
1-800-314-2508 (Toll Free) E-mail
info_at_goabroadchina.org Go Abroad China - China
Office A-2101, Guorun Commercial Plaza No.46 West
Forth Ring Road, Beijing Phone
86-10-8481-6396 E-mail beijing_at_goabroadchina.org