Shanghai
Shanghai, China
Environmental And Sustainability Studies
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Environmental Assessment and Remediation
Assist in environmental assessment and remediation at a Shanghai-based organization specialized in providing environmentally conscious products and services. Interns may assist in the design, implementation, and testing of various green technologies, carry out market research on environmental remediation and testing products, assist with business development, marketing, and sales, and assess new environmental technologies for effectiveness, safety, and market potential.
About the Location
The People's Republic of China has been a center of international attention for the past 15 years as it has emerged as a global economic power. China has the world's highest population with more than 1.3 billion people, and is the third largest country in the world with respect to land area. Due to such a large population and land size, China has immense cultural and geographic diversity within its borders. Chinese history can be traced back thousands of years, making ancient China one of the world's oldest civilizations. The Chinese lifestyle--founded in Eastern traditions that include religious, medical, and governmental beliefs far different from the west attracts students from all over the world to study abroad.
Why Intern in Shanghai?
Shanghai, China is one of the world's largest cities and one of its most important centers for business and trade. With a population close to 20 million people, Shanghai also presents unlimited multi-cultural experiences. People from all over the world call Shanghai home, which has given the city a unique culture. Due to its financial success, Shanghai has some of the best shopping in China, with a wide range of shopping options from small shops to giant stores. Anyone who enjoys shopping will love Shanghai! From walking the Bund, to seeing a stunning array of architectural styles and unique buildings, to visiting a tea house to see Chinese opera, there is constantly something to see or do while in Shangahi. Shanghai offers the opportunity to explore Chinese food, economy, and culture and learn how over one billion people on the globe live.
China is an excellent location for Business and Marketing, Hospitality and Tourism, Architecture and Urban Planning, Law, Health and Communication. Most placements in China are focused on the business side of their respective field. Prospective interns interested in applying to intern in Shanghai should have a minimum GPA of 2.7 and know why they want to intern in China. All internships in Shanghai will be conducted in English, so no previous knowledge of Chinese language is required.
No engineering or veterinary placements are possible at this time.
What's Included
- Internship placement
- Housing
- Professional Development Toolbox
- Bridging Cultures Program
- Comprehensive advising and support
- Pre-departure orientation materials
- 24/7 on-site support
- Airport reception
- Visa support
- Insurance
- 24-hour emergency support
- Academic credit options
- Professional development and cultural activities
- Initial transportation card
Academic Credit
Participants looking to earn academic credit for their ISA Internship experience can explore the following options.
Transfer Credit from Carroll College
ISA Internships has partnered with Carroll College in Helena, Montana, to offer a U.S. transcript and award 6 academic credits for ISA Internships set-date, 8-week programs. Students willl be enrolled in SA425: International Internship. Credit awarded will be based on the successful completion of written academic assignments, evidence of reflective learning, and an evaluation from your host organization supervisor. The additional cost of academic credit is $300, and includes a transcript with an A-F letter grade from Carroll College.
In order to be eligible for transfer credit from Carroll College, participants must be full-time students who have completed at least 30 credit hours, or recent graduates from a bachelor degree program. Participants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Please note that some placements may have more stringent eligibility requirements.
Academic credit is only available for ISA's standard 8-week programs.
Learn more about Carroll College at www.carroll.edu.
Credit From Your Home Institution
Students may work with their home university to receive academic credit for their program. Each academic institution has a unique policy for granting internship credit, thus students should inquire about receiving academic credit with their home university advisors, professors, and/or academic department heads.
Interns earning credit through their home institution will still have select assignments required to be completed by ISA as part of their program.
Prices & Dates
| Program Code | Duration | Dates (mm/dd/yy) | Application Due Date | Price | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEP-2021 | 8 Week | 09/08/21-11/06/21 | 05/01/21 | $6300 | N/A |
| SEP-2021 | 12 Week | 09/08/21-12/04/21 | 05/01/21 | $7990 | N/A |
| JAN-2022 | 8 Week | Early Jan - Early Mar | 10/01/21 | TBA | Apply Now |
| JAN-2022 | 12 Week | Early Jan - Early Apr | 10/01/21 | TBA | Apply Now |
| MAY-2022 | 8 Week | Late May - Late Jul | 01/25/22 | TBA | Apply Now |
| JUN-2022 | 8 Week | Early Jun - Early Aug | 02/15/22 | TBA | Apply Now |
| SEP-2022 | 8 Week | Early Sep - Early Nov | 05/01/22 | TBA | Apply Now |
| SEP-2022 | 12 Week | Early Sep - Early Dec | 05/01/22 | TBA | Apply Now |
Housing Details
ISA Housing provides the opportunity for interns to experience aspects of the local lifestyle that are inaccessible to the average visitor. The experience of living in another culture will be both educational and rewarding so long as you stay open-minded. There are many differences in culture and lifestyle between life in China and the U.S. Remember: the key to a positive experience is flexibility!
Apartments
Participants are placed in furnished, centrally located serviced apartments. Bedrooms are single to four-person occupancy. Apartments have lounge/living room, kitchen and bathroom(s). Each apartment is equipped with basic furnishings and supplies, including one single bed (per student), a closet/clothing storage space, basic cookware and kitchenware, laundry facility in complex, chairs and furnished sitting area. Bed linens are provided for you. All apartments are same-sex, non-smoking environments.
Visa Info
Participants must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months AFTER their expected departure date from China.
U.S. Citizens
Prior to departure, students are responsible for applying for their visa. Processing for U.S. citizens to obtain the visa usually takes 2-3 weeks. Applicants must be 18 or older.
Non-U.S. Citizens
Please note that non-U.S. citizens should contact their Consulate to verify specificentry requirements. As these requirements vary based on citizenship, non-U.S.citizens may not be permitted to travel to China without a visa or outside of their visa dates. Also, visa fees for non-U.S. citizens may differ so please be sure to check specific Consulate's website for the most up to date information.
Note: Embassy and Consulate contact information is subject to change withoutnotice. Please refer to the website of the Embassy or Consulate to verify information.