Absolute Internship Reviews

Absolute Internship partnered with my university in Australia and I was recommended by my professor to apply to the program. The process of applying, getting ready for London and preparing for my adventure in Europe was very easy! I had always dreamt of traveling to Europe so this was a great opportunity to combine both travel and building my resume at the same time.

I learned a lot of great things at my internship. I worked for an international PR Agency that specialized in sports entertainment which was extremely exciting as we had clients that were in the soccer and rugby industry. I was involved with different projects at work and the manager really made me feel part of the team which I really appreciated. I still keep in contact with my manager and some of my colleagues at the internship.

The best part of the program is definitely the Absolute Internship community, the staff work so hard to make us feel comfortable and are great in building a community. The Paris trip was amazing... we spent the weekend in Paris and even though it was Winter in Europe I loved it, the culture, the food and all the beautiful sights that we visited. The people that you meet are also fantastic, the other students were all from Mexico, Spain, Italy, Sweden and Australia. We were such a great group!

I would definitely recommend Absolute Internship to any student who is looking into going to London for an internship. It will be the best summer of your life!!

The month spent In Shanghai with Absolute Internship is easily one of the best experiences of my life. The oppurtunity allowed me to gain valuable experience, make friends and connections with people from around the world and most importantly learn about myself.

This was undeniably the most enriching experience of my life and certainly the one which opened the most doors for me.

When you finish you studies, having a great average is always important but when you can combine that with actual working experience in an emerging country then every recruiter is interested in you.

Not only does Absolute find the best internship for you but they also have an outstanding team who will organize great events with other interns and will be there 24/7 for whatever you may need.

Sharing a flat with other interns is also a great way to make friends quickly and be sure to have lots of fun. In my case, I am still in touch with many of these people and we happen to visit each other from time to time.

I can only recommend Absolute and you would be waisting a huge opportunity not getting an internship with them.

Where to begin? Absolute Internship provided a well-supported, wholesome program which enabled me to grow as a worker and individual. They facilitated so much before my departure and made the whole process as smooth as possible.

While in Shanghai, I learnt so much, both at my internship and in various social scenarios. Absolute offers extra-curricular events, which include networking events and guest speakers to help us get a better understanding of how business operates in China, and on a global scale.

I met some amazing people, who will be lifelong friends, and experienced so much more of China than I had anticipated, due to weekend trips organised by Absolute. Through Absolute's continued support, I made professionals connections to help my future career, and have continued to maintain these connections.

The experience was phenomenal, the work, the people and the program provided by Absolute Internship. I would not hesitate to recommend this program to anyone, and have even considered doing the program again, in a different location (I'm a traveller, what can I say?). The skills I learnt while working in a foreign company have helped me grow and mature an incredible amount, and allowed me to apply the skills I had only just been learning about at University.

Completing an international internship is possibly the most valuable experience one can have, before entering full-time employment, and Absolute makes the experience so smooth and easy, while including additional support and assisting with cultural immersion.

Overall, the experience was definitely a great one. Absolute staff were extremely organised and supportive, and very friendly and approachable. As promised, they picked me up from the airport, and had many activities in store for all of us interns, including social events (sponsored and un-sponsored) as well as a few careers talks and networking sessions. The first weekend for instance we had a useful orientation, and some great tips from the team about Chinese norms and culture. There was also plenty of interaction between interns and the Absolute team alike, through all the social events. Because of their support, I was able to enjoy the experience, and never felt home-sick or lonely. The rest of the interns were also really great. They were an extremely diverse bunch, pretty much from all over the world, and yet everyone got along really well and we grew closer each day, and still remain in touch with one another.

However, there is always some room for improvement. There was an occasional hitch here or there, as with any international experience. For instance, the internet connection was extremely slow at times, which was very frustrating.There was also a 500RMB (refundable) housing deposit that I do not recall being told about, which we only got back the day we were checking out. Sponsored events also required (refundable) deposits, which were only returned after the event, which was somewhat inconvenient. The kitchen also lacked some appliances one would consider essential in the West; for instance a toaster/kettle.

That being said, I would highly recommend Absolute Internship. The team was extremely friendly, easy-going, approachable and a pleasure to spend time with. They had clearly invested a lot of time, effort and energy planning each day, and I believe they made all the arrangements to the best possible standards, ensuring everything ran smoothly throughout. I always felt comfortable knowing they would be there for even the slightest of problems!

I have always wanted to go to China due to my interest in developmental economics and emerging markets. I have chosen Shanghai because I have heard it is a beautiful city, with great energy, amazing culture and interesting history. What is more, it is also a great place to start your career as it offers so many opportunities for young people, especially those who like me, are interested in finance.

I am really happy that I have chosen Absolute Internships over the other companies that I've received offers from. Absolute proved to be amazing not only when it comes to securing my internship at one of the leading companies but also when it comes to organizing our social life in Shanghai so we could make the best of it. The whole team has taken great care of us and truly contributed to making this internship unforgettable experience.

Although it is quite hard to summarise the incredible 2 months I spent this summer, to answer the main question: it is worth every penny! I would suggest this program to whoever not only wants to relieve himself from the headache of all the logistics of organising an internship abroad but also to those who are looking to combine working in a different environment, which will make your CV stand out with a holiday exploring a diverse culture in a country that will surprise you!

The program is full of weekend events for leisure like going to Horse Races and Amusements Park and VIP Speaker events giving you insight into the life of people who's time is worth... well, you'll have to find out.

My experience with Absolute Internship is one that I will always cherish. From the first steps of the application process, right through to the visa preparation, arrival into China and duration of the program in Shanghai, Absolute was there to ensure I was looked after and getting the most out of my experience.
The program fees include a guaranteed internship in your chosen industry, your housing (fantastic location for your convenience), public transport, as well as a number of sponsored events such as dinners and day/overnight trips.
But the overall experiences, lessons learnt, and friendships made are priceless. Through Absolute I have been able to develop my networks both professionally and personally. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a once in a lifetime, all-round experience that will look great on your resume!

I really had a positive internship experience during my summer in Hong Kong. I worked for a boutique consulting firm specializing in mobile technology in Asia, and I really learned a lot. The sector was relevant to my future goals, the accomodation was great (gym and pool included), and the food and general activities in Hong Kong were amazing. Absolute Internship makes the transition and cultural adaptation very smooth by first helping to find an internship, providing all the necessary things (such as a training visa, a pre-loaded Octopus card, a SIM card, etc...), speaker events to hear the opinions of industry leaders, and a community of like-minded interns to spend the summer with. Although it is true that everyone's internship experience is very individual and unique, I, for one, was very lucky to have had an enjoyable internship in a firm that I am continuing to work for, without having to worry about the logistics involved with living in a foreign country.

The summer internship in Hong Kong, which is one of the leading financial cities in the world, is very helpful for me to prepare the next step, filling professional working experience on my resume. Since the company where I worked has a good training system, I have learned not only financial knowledges, but also professional networks in Hong Kong.

I think this valuable experience will help me to find a first job in Hong Kong as well as other financial hub cities in the world. I think I am lucky because of this great opportunity.