Doing an internship in China is like to take an adventure in a brand-new world for many European students or graduates. Therefore, how to get a happier China internship experience become one of the most important questions for you before setting your foot on China. Here are some tips you can follow to improve your experience:

Plan for your internship in China.

No matter if you have been to China before or not, nothing changes the fact that the planning process of an international internship can be exciting. In the days, weeks, and months leading up to your internship, you’ll have a lot on your plate. From packing to booking your travel arrangements, there is no doubt that you will be busy but extremely excited.

Keep an Open Mind 

As a “foreign” intern in China, you must make you sure that yourself are ready for discovering different culture and lifestyle or even food diets. You’ll be presented with many opportunities, and you should think long and hard before you turn them down, because you should always remember that intern abroad is all about trying new thing and learning from different environment. With an open mind, it’s much easier to get more out of this experience.

Share your China internship experience with Family and Friends

As an international intern who is thousands of miles away from home, it’s natural to miss family and friends during your internship in China. Fortunately, with today’s technology, you can stay in touch with them easily.

Although you can’t see your family and friends for several months, the happiest thing is to share with them about your different and interesting experience in China through instant messages or video chat. Sharing is always something can help you have a more enjoyable experience.

Devote as much time as necessary to doing a great job

Do not forget the most important reason that you come to China: conducting a great internship in China and learning Chinese business environment & markets. No matter to intern in hospitality field or business field, there will be a great opportunity for you to get some real practical work experience and help you to learn to work in a team under different cultures. Your internship deserves your patience and time.

Take advantage of your free time to make friends and explore the country!

An internship abroad gives you the chance to meet new people such as your coworkers

and their friends. Some of them may become lifelong friends.

You will have a lot to see when you are abroad such as countless museums and tourist attractions, etc. Make use of your free time to relax from the internship and find something unique to experience.

There are many other ways to help you gain a happier and meaningful China internship experience. After an internship in China, you may get a new perspective. You are welcome to share with us about your views.