The Study-Internship program is a featured program of MandarinRocks combining Chinese language learning with intern experience in Chinese or multinational companies operating in Shanghai, China. It provides an opportunity for students to enhance Chinese skills in real life working environment and enable them to gain insights of Chinese business and society.

There are two parts to the program: a minimum of four-week intensive Chinese language course and four to twelve weeks of internship experience. Most of the internships are in the Business Development, Research, Human Resources or Marketing departments of various industries. The internships are generally not paid but some host companies/organizations may provide a stipend to cover some meals and local transportation. Extending your internship is also possible if it is agreed by your host company. There are 15 start dates throughout the year for total beginners in Chinese while non beginners can start every Monday.

    The Study-Internship program in Shanghai is open to participants worldwide aged between 18 to 27 who have finished or pursuing university or college education. To qualify, applicants should preferably speak fluent English and have an elementary or above level in Chinese in order to become fully integrated in the work team. However, while Chinese is a definite plus, it is NOT a must. This program is also open to absolute beginners in Chinese.
NOT everyone that meets the above criteria is accepted. Before an internship placement is offered on the program, you need to submit application form and resume for our evaluation. This should include your career goals, educational background and your previous work experience. Phone interviews may be held before acceptance.
Most of the internships are in the Business Development, Research, Human Resources or Sales, Marketing departments of various industries. Most common fields include accounting, advertising, communications, education, event planning, fashion, finance, law, marketing, public relations, publishing, real estate, sports management, tourism, trade etc.
Other fields such as architecture, chemistry, engineering, medicine etc usually demand higher qualifications or relevant experience. If you want to intern in these non-business internships, you can contact us to check availability first.

   In the first one or two months, students will take intensive Mandarin Chinese Chinese classes at our centrally located school in Shanghai. There are 25 lessons every week, with 4 group General Chinese lessons and 5 customized individual lessons every day, Monday through Friday. The maximum size of each class is limited to 8 (average 3-5) to ensure every student gets full attention from teacher and has ample time for practice. The individual classes in the afternoon allow you to work on areas you may feel need extra practice or which are of particular interest to you. The classes encourage student interaction and help them improve conversation and written skills needed in daily life and in the workplace.

Internship Placement

    After the Chinese language course is finished, participants will intern in a selected company/organization for 4 to 12 weeks based on intention. The internship placement is made in a foreign or Chinese company/organization operating in Shanghai that is commensurate with your qualifications, background, experience and interested field. Areas include accounting, advertising, communications, education, event planning, fashion, finance, law, marketing, public relations, publishing, real estate, sports management, tourism, trade etc. The internships are generally full time (Mon-Fri, around 35-40 working hrs/week). During the internship, you will receive full support from MandarinRocks program coordinator. The manager of host company will actively involve and guide you through the whole internship. You may also have on-going individual lessons during internship period.

    Currently the economic hotspot in China, Shanghai leads all Chinese cities in economic performance, foreign trade growth and infrastructural development. With the opening up of more sectors to foreign businessmen, more and more foreign funds are flowing into the city. If you plan to do an internship in China, there is no better choice than Shanghai.

As a leading Chinese language school in Shanghai with 9 years expertise, we work with a strong network of partners, host companies and organizations. With new client companies every year, we are expanding the breadth of industries and fields in which we can secure placements. Our service is throughout the whole program. We arrange everything from airport pick-up, housing, orientation, language learning, optional excursions to internship placement so you don't have to worry about all the details. Our program coordinator will assist in all aspects to make sure your learning and working experience in Shanghai is maximized.

We are committed to:
1 Continually revising and updating our courses and materials
2 Carefully screening teaching progress and performance
3 Ensuring the safety and comfort of all accommodation
4 Meticulously placing each internship
5 Always being available when students need assistance
6 giving students a fulfilling and rewarding experience in China

For beginners: $3780/€2770 (8 week course+4-12 week internship)
For elmentary or above:
Choice A: $3780/€2770 (8 week course+4-12 week internship)
Choice B: $2540/ €1860 (4 week course+4-12 week internship)
Optional extra individual lessons during internship:
Choice A: +$84/€60 per week (4 lessons)
Choice B: +$120/€85 per week (6 lessons)
Note: Above price does NOT inlcude Airport pick-up and Housing
Check schedule and complete price list here

1 Apply online or print and send PDF application form via fax or e-mail
2 We will contact you by telephone or via internet in 3 working days
3 Bookings with deposit will be confirmed
4 Pay full payment prior to application deadline for your start date
5 Advice and information will be provided prior to your departure
6 Start learning and working experience with us in Shanghai

Note: Application and payment should be finished at least 8 weeks prior to start date. Late applicants are accepted on case to case basis.