Teaching internship & TEFL Certification (Thailand, Vietnam, Europe, China, India)

It was absolutely great to be in Lingshan, a small town full of amazing people.Victor and his family treated us as we were part of the family which was something outstanding, they took care of us, cooked different food every day and took us to beautiful places. The school and students were incredible, teaching them was a pleasure and the last day was very emotive.

The experience with Gotoco was also really good, eventhoug I was very confused about china and all the document that I needed, the process was very easy and all the emails with the information were really usefull. If I needed extra help there was always someone replying the emails very fast.

I have learnt professional and personal skills that will be very useful for my future. It was my first time teaching and after the experience I feel I am a lot more confident. Teaching in Lingshan was a unforgettable experience.

In overall, the experience was perfect, something that I will never forget.

A great way to get into travelling alone if you've never done it before as you are put in touch with loads of similar people from all over the world and Gotoco provide a lot of support before you get there and while you're in China as well. I worked in Yangshuo which was amazing and the school Gotoco placed me in was fantastic - the staff were incredibly helpful and supportive in getting us used to teaching etc.

A great way to travel while also getting something for it - i.e. the TEFL which would usually cost you and you get to do the training abroad. For me I would have gone ahead with the program even without the offer of the TEFL after having such a great time so the qualification is a bonus! Even without, I enjoyed the travelling and immersive experience of living in China for an extended period of time and the teaching has given me so many skills that I can put on my CV and use in the future.

I love China and speaking Chinese with locals. I shed a lot of preconceived notions that I didn’t know I had. This trip has made me realize I lot of things that I’m glad I have realized. I have grown because
of teaching English in a foreign country and seeing the world is so big. This is especially important for Americans because we live in a bubble, and the rest of the world is different. Because of my program,
I am a better communicator and I am more assertive. In my experience, China is a place where if you want something, you can only rely on yourself to get it. My experiences have made me more confident in pursuing what I want. Overall, I am fortunate to have gone on this program, and I feel like I have changed as a person. Everyone should go on some trip like this to see the world, and Gotoco is a good option especially for those interested in teaching.

I strongly recommend Gotoco to all those people who want to experience China. The whole team helped me to have a full immersion in such a modern and dynamic country and not only I had the possibility to interact and socialize with a wide range of people, but also I had the chance to work for a leading company in Beijing while having fun.
I was part of the Wuhan-Beijing program. I first experienced Wuhan and had the chance to know the participants of my program and later, in Beijing, I had the possibility to work as an intern for a big company as Wall Street English school.
I appreciated the Gotoco teams efforts in preparing our program however, at times lack of communication between the host company and Gotoco caused some inconveniences. In any case, Richard, Daniel, and Franchesca were always helpful trying to accommodate any requests and doubt.
I will never forget this life-changing experience!

Gotoco is amazing. I enjoyed my stay and experience a lot. Communication with the team was very easy and professional but at same time friendly, always tried to find solution or provide as much information as possible.
While during my experience I learned a lot about Chinese culture , thanks to being with the locals I tried a lot of amazing food and learned some chinese on the way as well.
I had amazing opportunity and I didn't let it go and I am happy that I chose gotoco as my first volunteering experience because they make me feel like I am part of big family.
The recruitment process itself was long but I understand it was essensial for choosing right candidates with passion and a it of energy because that's what is a very important here.

It has helped me grow in confidence and gain independence. The language barrier was difficult but it just made you dedicate your time more to trying to learn the language. The students were so friendly and eager to learn and its a good thing to add to your CV and do something productive during the summer. Exploring shanghai and seeing how day to day life in china differs from the West was so fascinating !Learning the culture, the history and the language gave such an insight.The process was easy and the company was very supportive. They provided us with accommodation and food, and gave me the opportunity to come to such a unique country! It was such an amazing experience. The staff and students in the programme were by far the best part about it. They were so passionate about learning both the language and culture!

The location of yangshuo is absolutely beautiful and I loved every minute of it. The people I have met here, including the permanent staff, have been amazing to work with. This experience you could never get from a normal holiday, because it is so unique! It teaches you so much about living independently and relying on yourself to get by. Making friends around the UK that have changed my life. Also living in a country instead of just visiting it like a normal holiday. It has improved my confidence so much
Hiring a moped at the weekend and going on trips with the other teachers. It made the teaching all worth it because we got to be a tourist as well as living like a local
I would recommend any student who wants to have an amazing summer to give this ago!

My experience was gotoco was extremely good. They facilitated my first ever trip leaving Europe, and the opportunities that this offered were unmatchable. Teaching at Dahuwai camp in Yangshuo was eye-opening, exhausting and rewarding all at the same time; interacting with kids who have grown up in a different society with differing customs and social expectations is fascinating. Gotoco also help you with travelling in China – they offer 5 free nights in a hostel at their base in Yangshuo. Yangshuo is one of the most beautiful places I have been in my life, and the town itself is buzzing with activity. They also have very friendly ambassadors who show you all facets of Yangshuo life. I would greatly recommend this experience to all who are in the least bit tempted.