Absolute Internship Reviews

Hi everybody! My name is Angelika and I did the Shanghai internship through Absolute Internship in the summer 2012. It was probably the best and most adventurous thing I have ever done in my life. I have found Absolute online, applied and got accepted. Then the summer came, and this amazing Chinese city - Shanghai, welcomed me for the next two months. On my first day I was a little bit scared and worried, however now I must say that it was just an anxiety. The whole working, social and travelling experience turned out to be a blast! I got placed in a small investment bank with the office just in the heart of Shanghai financial district, between the World Financial Center and Shanghai Stock Exchange. Due to the fact that it was a small, although extremely successful company, we had a chance to perform variety of tasks which would be hardly to experience in a big corporation. We were responsible for pretty much everything from spotting right investment opportunities, analyzing and suggesting the investment strategy, contacting CFOs, and preparing financial modelling for MBOs, LBOs and spin-offs. Moreover, I was fortunate enough and all my days I worked in the same office with my boss. His knowledge and banking experience benefited me a lot. I got to hear first hand stories about Wall Street and how the live of the banker really looks like. All in all, I would recommend Absolute Internship to everybody who is brave enough to step out of his/her comfort zone and go to China for the whole summer, to work hard, learn a lot, visit cool places and party like a celebrity!

- Absolute internship helped me with finding a company which is tailored to my skills, knowledge and career goals. This enabled me to optimize the usage of my knowledge and ability. Sponsored dinners occurred throughout the internship and the program also included a sponsored trips outside of the city which was great fun.

- The work tasks given by my host company were challenging and included doing finance research, analysis of financial data, summary, acting as a source of information in meetings, sourcing investment opportunities and finding clients. Working hours were relaxed and as long as I have completed a given task to a high standard, I felt free to go home or engage myself in other activities. The internship provided me with real work experience which I doubt I would have acquired had I worked in a larger investment bank. I gained a lot of knowledge, but more importantly, I acquired life- long skills in the work place that will be very valuable for me in the future.

- The friendly staff and the people you meet through the program is great with very international backgrounds. Really inspiring and aspirational characters.

I did the Shanghai program this summer and spent 2 months in China. The Absolute staff was there all the time for me already from the first day picking us up at the airport, organizing the welcome meal, events every weekend and they always make sure to respond to phone calls/SMSs and emails whenever you need them. The business internship I did in an IT company was also really beneficial. I also particularly loved the weekend activities and group dinners that the program put together for us. It really made me feel special. We spent a weekend in a nearby city called Hangzhou where did sightseeing as well as went to nearby water towns that were fantastic! The business seminars arranged by Absolute Internship was also a favourite part of the program that I loved. Listening to these inspirational industry experts inspired me a lot for the future!

I miss Shanghai, the Absolute staff and the friends I made through the program so much and are looking forward to the alumni events that the program is putting together! I definitely recommend other students and graduates to check out Absolute Internship if you're looking into a China Internship!

I will begin by saying that the "Absolute Internship" experience in Shanghai has represented a huge boost in terms of social and cultural contact, work skills and future career development for myself.
I would like to especially point out the implication of the AI team in generating a very warm atmosphere, providing all the necessary comfort standards (housing, guidance, consultancy) and insuring a both fun and efficient international experience that will later on benefit those who take advantage of the opportunity.
Zhù nǐ háoyùn! -Good luck!-

Working in Shanghai was one of my best college experiences, for the city has so many different cultures, different lifestyles, and a very different working environment. Although I had already studied in Shanghai the previous year, this was a totally different experience that allowed me to grow as a professional. The staff was very dependable and there for me every step of the way.
The interns stayed in the same complex as all the other intern abroad programs, but the staff actually knew all the students by name. Absolute Internship also provided meaningful experiences that helped me grow professionally, instead of just an atmosphere where the students could have a good time. I would recommend this company based on the individual attention and the great internships they have to offer.

I had the best time of my life in Shanghai with Absolute Internship! I participated during the summer between June-August for 2 months and the Absolute Internship staff were really great, assisting us all the time and each of us in the group felt special. I interned in a marketing agency and learned so much during my time both about myself both also what I want to do with my life and career. The people that you meet through the program are great and open-minded, I enjoyed hanging out with the other interns but also with the staff who were truly excellent! Always there for us. I still keep in touch with my former colleagues and boss by email, but also with the other interns and the Absolute Internship staff of course. This organization made me have an amazing summer, an unforgettable time!