GAC Career Launch Internship Program in China

GAC Career Launch Internship Program in China

Location
  • China
    • Shanghai
    • Beijing
    • Shenzhen
    • Qingdao
    • Nanjing
    • Dalian
    • Chengdu
    • Hangzhou
    • Guangzhou
Length
4 to 52 weeks

Program Details

Compensation
Stipend
Timeframe
Academic Year Fall J-Term Maymester Spring Spring Break Summer Winter Year Round
Housing
Apartment Host Family
Language
English
Weekly Hours
40
Age Min.
18
Age Max
30
Qualifications
  • Fluent in English
  • Over 18 years old at the start of your internship program
  • Seeking an internship opportunity in a sector relevant to your studies.
  • Active, ambitious, modest, willing to learn, creative, teamwork, responsible

Pricing

Starting Price
1980
Price Details
A professional internship placement with salary guaranteed
An all-Inclusive Service Pack
- housing accommodation:local homestay, nice shared apartment, private apartment (includes free water, electricity and internet)
- Chinese language classes
- Visa documentation
- Airport transfer
- Welcome pack: Includes local mobile phone SIM card charged, city map, and other orientation materials
- Networking events and weekend electives
- 24/7 onsite support from GAC onsite staff

No Risk Payment Policy and Best Competitive Price
Pls note: Our program fee is subjected to your duration and the program type (1 month - 12 months)
What's Included
Accommodation Activities Some Activities Airport Transfers Some Meals SIM cards Transportation Travel Insurance Visa Wifi
What's Not Included
Airfare Some Meals
May 23, 2026
Jun 13, 2026
282 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Launch your global career with Go Abroad China's premier Paid Internship Program. With 22 years of expertise, we've placed 4,000+ interns from 50+ countries into 2,000+ high-level, paid positions across China's most dynamic industries. Gain hands-on experience with Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups in Business, Finance, Marketing, Engineering, IT, Law, and Hospitality.

We deliver more than a placement — it's a career accelerator. Our all-inclusive packages include visa support, accommodation, airport pickup, weekly Mandarin classes, cultural excursions, and 24/7 local assistance.

Proven track record: 90% of our interns secure graduate jobs within 3 months. This is your gateway to international employability and a powerful professional network in the heart of Asia.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

Participants appreciate the program’s strong support, helpful staff, and well-matched internships that offer real-world experience.

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Program Highlights

  • Guaranteed Elite Placements: Access over 2,000 paid internships through our network of 1,000+ partners, including Fortune 500 giants and cutting-edge startups.
  • Personalized Career Matching: Receive a custom internship recommendation tailored to your academic background, career goals, industry preference, and budget.
  • End-to-End Professional Coaching: Benefit from one-on-one mentorship, including CV optimization, interview preparation, and continuous workplace guidance.
  • Comprehensive Immersive Support: Enjoy a hassle-free experience with included visa sponsorship, accommodation, airport pickup, cultural activities, and 24/7 support.
  • Proven Career Outcomes: Join a network of successful alumni; 90% secure jobs within 3 months post-internship, with many receiving direct full-time offers.

Current Internship Placements

View the latest intern placement postings by Go Abroad China.

Program Reviews

4.83 Rating
based on 206 reviews
  • 5 rating 84.47%
  • 4 rating 14.56%
  • 3 rating 0.97%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Growth 4.9
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.75
  • Housing 4.85
  • Safety 4.85
Showing 9 - 16 of 206 reviews
Lars
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Placed at a clean energy startup

I joined GAC's Career Launch program as a mid-career engineer and it was a great shift from my usual routine. They placed me with a clean energy startup in Shenzhen where I worked on battery storage projects. The team was young, ambitious, and I got to contribute to real technical discussions from week one. Coming from a structured Norwegian work culture, the pace in China was different but in a good way—fast decisions, lots of collaboration, and genuine curiosity about my experience. Thank you so much for the experience!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
My first team meeting. Everyone was speaking Mandarin and suddenly the lead engineer turned to me and asked for my opinion in English. I felt exposed, like I hadn't earned my place yet. I just said what I honestly thought based on my background, kept it simple. After that, the team started including me more in English and I felt way more comfortable. It taught me to just speak up when I have something to contribute.
Pros
  • Placement matched my actual professional background
  • GAC handled all visa and housing logistics
  • Gave me new perspective on global energy markets
32 people found this review helpful.
Lukas
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Chinese tech internship

I attended Go Abroad China's internship in China in tech sector and as a Germen recent graduate i was totally shocked by seeing the real Chinese technology. I sent my application, had interview and got confirmation within a week and applied for Visa for me. I was actually surprised by all the smooth process, and air port pick up. further on in the program we had Chinese language lessons and were amazed by the teacher and everyone there. thank you so much to Go Abroad China's team and for their effort.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
try to explore and be a experience digger
Pros
  • good behaving colleagues
  • fast adaptability
  • support and communication
39 people found this review helpful.
Carlos
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Thanks to my mentor

Interning at a fortune 500 company in shanghai blew me away like really it did. Instead of grabbing coffee, waling around the office, laughing and setting I jumped right into real marketing campaigns. My mentor didn’t let me hide in the background either or as always just grab a coffee and sit somewhere—they had me present straight to clients. Terrifying at first, but honestly, it was incredible. The GAC team took care of everything—visa, apartment, even some survival Mandarin lessons. I met friends from all over the globe. Three months later, I’ve got job offers and a totally new outlook. Every second was worth spending there and the cultural tour was amazing, sharing a moment here with you.

Pros
  • positive working place
  • you can make many friends
  • fast adaptability
33 people found this review helpful.
Ahmed
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Think of going there as Arab

As someone working in the Egypt logistics, i knew China's manufacturing would be fascinating, but nothing could prepare me for real thing. Go Abroad China placed me in a trading company in Shenzhen that exports electronics to Europe and Middle East, but coming from Cairo i was really worried about the language and the culture and getting adapted to the workplace, but from very first day the team was helpful and welcoming. my colleagues took me to the Dongguan, explained supplier relations and let me sit in actual meetings and negotiate with Chinese vendors, weekend tours and the Chinese classes by the Go Abroad China was also helpful.

What was your funniest moment?
i think the funny thing is that sometimes the accent slips
Pros
  • visa and placing support
  • fast support, clear communication
  • city exploring
40 people found this review helpful.
Lars
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

As an engineer, I loved it

As an energy engineer from Norway, I really needed a career break to explore China's renewable energy and as from my perspective the GAC's career launch internship program helped a lot. I landed my internship at a solar technology company in Shanghai where I worked on efficiency testing and overseas projects. With technical background, I was curious about how the tech and innovation in the renewable energy works and found them really impressive, fast decision making, practical and really supportive.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Haven't tried Chinese food in my entire life, but in China i had to taste some😉
Pros
  • visa and housing support
  • great matching and networking opportunities
33 people found this review helpful.
Emily
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

China is actually good at politics

As a third year politics student and a heritage with going to China and exploring it's culture and working environment i was really impressed by that, ok on social media we were seeing the face of china that we usually see, but if you get into it internally you'll see what's actually going on. I think I want to be diplomat in the China to experience real politics and international relations. I was placed in such a perfect place where I learned more things perfectly and thanks to my program provider, we have a whole video recorded along the way uploaded to my channel and it had more engagement.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
Surprising things i saw was the real Chinese people, they are calm, welcoming, comfortable and more good vibes giving.
Pros
  • as international student you will love your career related things
  • city exploring
  • food too
44 people found this review helpful.
Sarah
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Got my foot in the door at a Fortune 500 company

I cannot overstate how valuable my six-month finance internship in Shanghai with Go Abroad China has been. From day one, I was integrated into a major Fortune 500 company, working on live market analysis projects that gave me tangible skills I now use daily. The professional mentorship was outstanding, and having the visa, apartment, and cultural orientation handled seamlessly allowed me to focus entirely on my performance and growth. I would recommend it to any serious student without hesitation.

46 people found this review helpful.
Response from Go Abroad China

Hi Sarah,

We're thrilled to hear how valuable your finance internship in Shanghai was and that you gained tangible skills you use every day! It's fantastic that our seamless support allowed you to focus entirely on your professional growth. Thanks for the strong recommendation!

Warmly,
The Go Abroad China Team

Mateo
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My internship in Shanghai

My internship in Shanghai was a direct immersion into the engine room of global business. Placed within the strategic operations of a Fortune 500 tech firm, I was given responsibility for market analysis projects that had real impact, far beyond the observational role I expected. GAC managed the entire ecosystem—visa, housing, local registration—with a precision that allowed me to focus entirely on performance and growth. The synthesis of high-level professional work and deep cultural immersion, from client meetings to neighborhood exploration, didn't just build my resume—it rebuilt my professional confidence and global mindset. For those seeking a transformative career accelerator, not just an international line on a CV, this program delivers unparalleled value.

Pros
  • Great Experience
  • Friendly Team Support
  • Cost Effective
44 people found this review helpful.
Response from Go Abroad China

Hi Mateo,

We're thrilled your internship in Shanghai was such a direct and impactful immersion into global business, giving you real responsibility from the start. It's fantastic that our support allowed you to focus entirely on your performance and growth, rebuilding both your confidence and your global mindset. Thank you for sharing this powerful story of professional transformation.

Warmly,
The Go Abroad China Team

Questions & Answers

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