How to Partner - Universities

12

custom programs


including cultural excursions, multi-city trips, expert panels, company visits, and more.
350

expected partner students


from all of our our 65+ partners including the British Council and Education NZ in 2023.

CRCC Asia is more than just an international internship provider and can build custom programs based on our expertise in Asia, employability, and global connections. Programs include excursions such as camping on the Great Wall or exploring Mount Fuji, expert business panels, company visits, cultural events, classroom space, and much much more. CRCC Asia is also happy to support standard partnerships that allow us to provide universities with the resources to promote our program to students, while also assisting with study abroad fairs, recruitment, pre-departure and reporting from on-the-ground.

Program Options

Standard Internship Programs

Under a standard partnership, students will complete a 4, 8 or 12 week internship. Students are supported with visa processing, accommodation, 24/7 emergency support, cultural events, business seminars and internship placements.

Benefits

  • High-quality accommodation
  • CareerBridge, our Professional Development Hub, which contains 12 professional development courses
  • Welcome Pack on arrival (SIM & Travel card included)
  • Airport Pickup and Accommodation Drop-off
  • Orientation Weekend including city tour
  • Company First Day Support/ Drop-off
  • Business, Cultural, and Community outreach events
  • 24/7 emergency support
  • Exclusive Alumni Network and LinkedIn groups
  • And much more!

Placement Only Internships Program

A great opportunity for those with semester-long exchanges and placements to provide 1 day a week internship placements. CRCC Asia supports the entire placement and on-the-ground support with supervisors and host companies.

Benefits

  • High-quality accommodation
  • CareerBridge, our Professional Development Hub, which contains 12 professional development courses
  • Welcome Pack on arrival (SIM & Travel card included)
  • Airport Pickup and Accommodation Drop-off
  • Orientation Weekend including city tour
  • Company First Day Support/ Drop-off
  • Business, Cultural, and Community outreach events
  • 24/7 emergency support
  • Exclusive Alumni Network and LinkedIn groups
  • And much more!

Korean and Japanese Pop Culture

Dive into the heart of Asian pop culture on this electrifying two-week program! We’ll journey through the vibrant streets of Korea and Japan, where cutting-edge trends meet rich cultural heritage.

South Korea

Embark on a K-Pop whirlwind through vibrant streets brimming with the latest trends. Explore bustling stores, delve into the history and influence of Hallyu (the Korean Wave) through a lecture, and unleash your inner K-Pop star with a dance class. Visit iconic filming locations, and witness the captivating world of Korean dramas and fashion unfold. This immersive journey unveils the unique blend of tradition and modernity that defines Korean pop culture.

Japan

Unleash your inner anime and manga fan in Japan! Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of Kyoto, and then dive headfirst into the electrifying energy of Akihabara, a haven for enthusiasts. Explore the creative minds behind captivating stories, discover the artistry of Japanese animation, and lose yourself in the immersive worlds of video games. This program delves into the history that shaped these iconic art forms, revealing the secrets of Japan’s pop culture phenomenon.

This program offers a deep dive into the vibrant pop culture landscapes of both Korea and Japan. Prepare to be enthralled!

Benefits

  • Flight ticket from Korea to Japan. Train ticket to Tokyo.
  • High quality accommodation, breakfast included
  • Airport Pickup, Induction Course and Cultural Orientation
  • A series of Cultural and Industry Immersion Events
  • 24/7 Emergency Support and Guidance

Entrepreneurship and Innovation

This dynamic short-term program whisks you away to two of Southeast Asia’s most exciting hubs: Ho Chi Minh City and Bangkok. Get ready to delve into the vibrant world of startups and groundbreaking ideas in these rapidly developing economies.

Ho Chi Minh City

Vietnam’s economic powerhouse boasts a thriving startup scene fueled by a government actively supporting innovation. With a vast pool of skilled and educated talent, Vietnam offers a cost-effective environment where startups can flourish. Witness this firsthand as you meet with successful entrepreneurs and explore cutting-edge tech companies.

Bangkok

Thailand’s bustling capital isn’t just a tourist haven; it’s a hidden gem for entrepreneurship. Bangkok’s unique cultural tapestry fosters a dynamic environment brimming with creativity and innovation. Connect with local entrepreneurs, investors, and fellow program participants, building valuable networks and exploring the latest entrepreneurial trends. This immersive program takes you beyond sightseeing. Prepare for in-depth discussions with industry leaders, visits to innovative startups and accelerators, and exposure to funding investments and the sustainability trends. Whether you’re brimming with a business idea or seeking inspiration, this program ignites your entrepreneurial spirit and equips you with the knowledge and connections to turn your vision into reality.

Benefits

  • Flight ticket from Vietnam to Thailand
  • High quality accommodation, breakfast included
  • Airport Pickup, Induction Course and Cultural Orientation
  • A series of Cultural and Industry Immersion Events
  • 24/7 Emergency Support and Guidance

Faculty-led Programs

We assist numerous faculty-led trips across various disciplines, including Engineering, Business, Marketing, and more. These customized trips can include visits to host companies, where students gain valuable insights into industry practices. We also schedule relevant workshops and cultural excursions, providing a comprehensive experience that integrates academic learning with real-world applications.

Benefits

  • Our company network can support career field/major specific panels, site visits and workshops.
  • Opportunity to add an internship component to the end of a 2-3 week trip for students to apply what they learned.
  • 24/7 emergency support

Custom Programs

CRCC Asia specializes in creating customized internship programs to meet the unique needs and preferences of university partners and their students. Whether it’s adjusting the dates and duration to fit academic schedules or adding/dropping inclusions and other specific elements that enhance the student experience, we ensure that each program is tailored to deliver maximum value.

Additionally, we can also develop customized short-term programs centered around specific themes or industry focuses that align with your university’s academic objectives. Our goal is to provide a personalized experience that meets the needs of your students and support their career aspirations effectively.

Benefits

  • Great opportunity to support specific funding streams such as Freeman Funding
  • Creates standardization for large cohorts
  • CRCC Asia can facilitate in person pre-departure orientation
  • Customized add-ons to align with program goals and learning objectives.

Apply for a Faculty-led Scholarship Program here

University FAQs

General Questions

How long are your programs?

Our standard programs are 4, 8, or 12 weeks with full-time internship placements resulting in roughly 120 hours worked per four weeks.

We have program dates throughout the year with rolling admissions. All programs begin on a Thursday and end on a Wednesday.

Do you offer custom start dates?

Absolutely, for cohorts larger than 6 students we can offer custom start and end dates. For faculty-led programs, CRCC Asia can also offer custom itineraries that include multi-city visits, or shorter internship programs attached to a pre-existing faculty-led trip.

What scholarship opportunities do you have for students?

CRCC Asia releases a variety of scholarships throughout the year with our main accessibility and inclusivity scholarships launched annually in November. All universities who chose to formally partner with CRCC Asia will receive a set partnership discount per student to also increase accessibility.

Do we receive a discount for partnering with CRCC Asia?

All universities who chose to formally partner with CRCC Asia will receive a set partnership discount per student to increase accessibility. For custom programs CRCC Asia is happy to create a proposal and work with you to determine inclusions and final price point.

Where can I find information to upload to my university website?

Please contact your university partnership manager or [email protected] to request unformatted content that can easily be added to any university portal.

Can I request promotional materials to be sent?

Please do! CRCC Asia has a set of individual location flyers as well as posters to help promote our programs. Links to all the materials can be found below for easy download or please email [email protected] to request hard copies.

Internship General Flyer

Beijing Flyer

Shanghai Flyer

Shenzhen Flyer

Seoul Flyer

Tokyo Flyer

Osaka Flyer

Ho Chi Minh City Flyer

Manchester Flyer

Poster: Why Intern Abroad

CRCC Asia Poster 1

CRCC Asia Poster 2

Who do I contact for CRCC Asia to attend my study abroad fair?

CRCC Asia has many representatives on the road at any given time and would love the opportunity to attend your study abroad fair. Please email [email protected] to request our attendance. While on campus we would also be happy to support an information session which could cover an array of topics including:

  1. Creating a global career – I have worked in 6 different countries specifically teaching professional development and employment and can attest to best practices and then give a short CRCC Asia overview.
  2. Why intern abroad – can keep it broad about all locations and then focus on CRCC Asia.
  3. Professional Outcomes of Study Abroad
  4. Sector-specific international internships (engineering, business, marketing, etc)
What other universities do you work with?

CRCC Asia works with over 65+ university, institutional, and government partners. To see some of our partners please go to our ‘Why partner with CRCC Asia’ webpage.

Can graduate students participate on your program?

International internships are able to readily adapt to the individual student. This allows CRCC Asia to readily accept recent graduates or graduate students matching their increased experience with higher level placements.

Do you offer credit for your internship programs?

Yes, all of our programs give students access to our online global internship curriculum CareerBridge. Through CareerBridge, universities can access their student inputs and provide grades and credit directly. Alternatively, our School of Record provides an official transferred credit of 3, 6, or 9 depending on the duration of the program. The transcript includes a letter grade and is based on a student’s hours completed, supervisor evaluation, completion of CareerBridge, and a reflective essay.

Programming Support

Can you support a custom program without an internship placement?

CRCC Asia has a main focus on professional development based on project-based work experience and industry exposure. This puts a strong emphasis on our programming including an internship component. With that said, it is not a mandatory inclusion to our faculty-led program support as we can embed industry exposure and professional development in alternative ways.

Are you able to support a faculty-led trip?

our guide hereAbsolutely! CRCC Asia currently supports multiple faculty-led trips in numerous locations with multiple schools including engineering, business, arts and more. For a full overview of our faculty-led support please review .

For intern FAQs please visit our general FAQ section

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