“The internship was great, it provided me with a good insight into the media industry in China and it certainly gave me a good indication with my career direction. I enjoyed the creativity and input into the editing and writing process. I also enjoyed working with interesting people from different nationalities and working in a Chinese speaking environment. Professional Pathways Australia was efficient and supportive.” (Lisa Liu – Internship in China)

“The internship program went really well, my supervisor was really nice, understanding and taught me a lot about the French language. My internship went smoothly even though I found it a bit difficult the first week, the rest of the month went so quickly because I was having a wonderful time working with them and actually enjoying what I was doing.” (Beatrice Lebon – Internship in France)

Application Process

How to apply for an internship in China…

Step number Step short description Step long description
1 Submit Application Form & all supporting documents

Read, understand and accept Professional Pathways Australia’s Terms & Conditions.

Include: an up-to-date CV and cover letter in English and a copy of passport if Chinese citizen.
2 Assessment made by Professional Pathways Australia

Involves a telephone/Skype interview to discuss the internship requests. Results emailed to applicant. Successful applicants receive an Application Confirmation email.
3 Online English test

For Teach English Program only – applicant will be provided with a link to an online English test.
4 Deposit

A deposit of AUD$700 is payable upon successful application/interview.
5 Internship Placement Process

Professional Pathways Australia sources ‘best fit’ placement using application details supplied (6 weeks).
6 Invoicing & payment

All remaining fees and additional charges including: airport pickup, accommodation etc. Invoice has to be paid at least 35 days before start date.
7 Pre-acceptance letter forwarded to applicant

Confirmation of location, supervisor’s name, company history and outline of the placement.
8 Visa application made

Visa forms and instructions supplied by Professional Pathways Australia. Applicant will apply for a business or tourist visa. Visa application to be lodged at Chinese embassy by student. If staying more than 90 days, visa will be extended by our partner in China.
9 Travel arrangements made

Applicant arranges flights and insurance cover. Check Professional Pathways Australia service options. Applicant to forward flight details to Professional Pathways Australia. Airport pickup service optional.
10 Pre-departure letter and Orientation agenda send to student

Information about the orientation, accommodation, internship, mandarin course. airport pick-up (if requested).
11 Orientation & pre-internship program commences

This element is arranged by Professional Pathways Australia and its partner and is a compulsory part of an internship.
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