An unforgettable experience!

Learning Mandarin in Shanghai was one of the most rewarding experiences I've ever had. I did the joint internship and Mandarin program, which kept me busy with a schedule of 8 hour workdays (10am-6pm) followed by 7-9pm lessons two times per week. While this left me with little free time (expect to study hard to keep up!), I felt that I was truly making the most of my time in Shanghai.

I would have preferred to spend perhaps every other day doing full days of work or Chinese lessons. I felt that the internship did not leave me sufficient time to learn Mandarin.

My instructor, Chris, was amazing! Her friendly demeanor and positive personality made something that seems daunting a fun and enjoyable experience. She was always smiling and often had a funny story about Chinese history and culture to liven up lessons. I strongly recommend her.