After a disappointing test result in my Mandarin at University before we left for our Christmas holidays, I informed my family of my worry about doing a four year course with such a difficult language. Fortunately a relative knew of CRCC Asia and how they offer an Intensive Chinese Language Program in Shanghai. Plus, what better way to further my knowledge by spending it in the home of Mandarin.

Before I knew it the plane tickets were booked and friends and family couldn’t believe I was going to China alone at 18! It dawned on me how large this trip was; however CRCC Asia were a massive part of my first experience visiting and interning in China and put me at ease.

I am now more than happy to attend my Mandarin lectures!

It has been a few months since I have returned home from Shanghai after completing my internship; the experience was that unforgettable that I hope I can translate into text the amazing experience I had. I have always wanted to do an internship in Shanghai and I came across the CRCC Asia Shanghai program which was advertised at my University. After reading about the program and the testimonials and some information search on Shanghai, I decided this was something I really wanted to do to tie up my degree. The application process was simple and CRCC Asia took care of all the hard work trying to match my internship preferences and organizing the appropriate paper work.

The company that I interned for was more than what I expected. The staff were wonderful and taught me more than I ever thought I could learn. I was always told you will get what you put into the internship and that is very much how it is. If you approach your internship with the right attitude and willingness to learn, you will take

I have almost three months holiday from December to February in 2011. On the one hand, I want to spend some quality time with my folks in China. On the other hand, I am keen gaining valuable work experience when I am on holiday. Therefore, an internship in Shanghai, China sounds like a pretty good idea. Then, CRCC Asia internship program pops into my mind.

I asked for one month finance internship placement in shanghai for two reasons : first, Shanghai is close to my town (Hangzhou), which means I am not too far away from my family. Second, Shanghai is a modern and vibrant city.

For the future CRCC Asia interns, if you do have any inquires about the program or anything about Mandarin, feel free to shoot me an email at [email protected].

My internship in Beijing in 2011 was a great experience and definitely enhanced my C.V. helping me secure a job after University. Not only did my time in China give me experience of working in a professional environment, I also developed my personal skills throughout the internship. A great educational background isn’t enough to secure a top job in the current climate, having an internship in China certainly makes you stand out from the crowd.

I would definitely recommend the CRCC Asia, not only did it enhance my CV and experience of working abroad; I had a great time doing it too. Many of the qualities I gained and developed are essential for my current role on the Finance Graduate Scheme with Tesco, without the internship with CRCC Asia it would be much harder to get a job with such excellent prospects. Although it is a big decision to make, don’t be afraid to take it, it truly is an excellent opportunity that will stand you in good stead for the future.

I really had no clue of what to expect from the program and China in general. But as it turns out interning in Shanghai was by far the best experience so far!

My one month internship in Shanghai was not just about expanding career prospects or improving my resume – it was about challenging myself. I got to do some amazing things – things that I wouldn’t have imagined of doing like eating a deep-fried scorpion or trying snake or even camping on the Great Wall of China!

The Chinese are amazing people and always ready to help – I had a lady leave her bread shop to walk me to the nearest bus stop which wasn’t that close!

The company which I interned with was just what I wanted. The people were incredible and every day was a great learning experience. I really recommend CRCC Asia to anyone interested in doing an internship in China – you’ll walk away with so many good memories and a wealth of knowledge and experience!!

I have always wanted to travel. Since I was young I have been fascinated by language, foods and experiencing other cultures. Before university many of my friends took gap years and saw Eastern Europe, South America and some areas of South East Asia. However, I knew no one that went to China. This puzzled me; as someone that has always been interested in the wealth of culture and learning opportunities in China I was baffled that people were following the same old tourist trail. Luckily at this point I stumbled across CRCC Asia.

My experience and internship in Shanghai, China has been the most exciting and rewarding thing I’ve ever done and I would certainly recommend biting the bullet and committing to this program to anyone. The personal growth I and the other interns achieved and the amazing boost to my CV that working in China has provided me is immense. I know that now, and in the future, this will be a defining moment of my career and I am certain that employers will see this too.

It has almost been a year since I had my two months internship in Shanghai with CRCC Asia. I strongly believe that joining the program was a positive life changing experience for me. Not only did I meet great contacts and friends that I still meet up with in different parts of the world, but it also gave me an opportunity to develop myself as a person and lead me to a career path I never expected.

Overall, I had an amazing time in Shanghai! If it weren’t for CRCC Asia, I would not have realised my interest in the start-up scene and I would not have met SeedAsia’s CEO in the Longemont Hotel. Many thanks to CRCC Asia for two months well spent and for opening my door to amazing opportunities!

I was always an internationally, or even globally, oriented individual that wanted to work in a leading international law firm. This aspirations is rooted in my interest in different cultures, languages, visiting new places and meeting new people. This is the reason why I chose to study a unique International Law degree at Lancaster University with an ERASMUS Year Abroad in the Netherlands. My international background and interest in travelling and learning about new cultures always spurred me to find ways to travel and work at the same time. Specifically, I was always interested in China, its unique culture, language and legal system, which is due to my international law studies at Lancaster University.

In conclusion, the CRCC Asia Internship in Shanghai Program is a fantastic opportunity that allowed me to gain amazing experience of practising law in China, learn about Chinese culture and accomplish my underlying aim of travelling and meeting new people.

My internship in Shanghai, China with CRCC Asia has been a very shaping one. It has really opened my eyes up to all the opportunities in the world and helped me realize that career dreams really are achievable. A large part of this was through meeting and interacting daily with other like-minded individuals on the CRCC Asia program who were striving towards a successful career and also meeting highly inspirational people through networking events here in Shanghai and seeing that nothing is out of reach!

CRCC Asia has really led my career to a height I had never imagined so soon which I am very grateful for. I have been lucky enough to have been offered a permanent job with my company placement here in Shanghai, and with this and the experience I am getting in China so many doors for the future have been opened. Thank you very much CRCC Asia team, this program really was the best decision I have ever made.

I was impressed in the manner CRCC Asia manage their interns by providing social and cultural activities. This assists the interns to meet new people both local and international, especially in a foreign environment this is a vital aspect in making the experience all the more enjoyable.

The CRCC Asia team responds to all queries almost immediately and addresses problems to the best of their capabilities. I was in the legal industry for my internship in Beijing; I found that my internship placement allowed me to network on an international scale with reputable legal associates and exposed me to future job placement opportunities.

Overall, I had a blast and it is a great way to kick start ones career whilst experiencing a vibrant culture and sights.