Shanghai, China

The Boston University Shanghai Internship Program offers a semester of study and internship experience, in the vibrant and booming metropolis of Shanghai, to students at advanced levels of Chinese language study. Students who have completed a minimum of four semesters of college-level Chinese, or the equivalent, are eligible to participate in the Shanghai Internship Program. This program gives advanced students the opportunity to experience the professional culture of China and apply their coursework in language and culture on a day-to-day basis.

Internship placements vary according to students' interests, backgrounds, previous work experience, and language ability. The program provides opportunities in a variety of disciplines, so students from all majors are encouraged to apply.

Why BU?

Start with the numbers:

• 75+ programs
• 30+ cities around the world
• 20+ countries
• The first to establish programs on six continents
• More than 4,000 active internship sources worldwide
• Last year we accepted 2,100 students from 150+ colleges
• Since 1984, 16,000 students have participated in our programs

Add in the internships:

It's what we're known for and what we do better than pretty much any other program: we give students a way to intern AND study while living in a foreign city.

• Internships are guaranteed
• Internships are personalized,
• Internships are available in arts, business, communications, journalism, advertising, marketing, pre-law, international relations, NGOs, political science, psychology, social policy, and more.

Learn why interning abroad is such a unique opportunity and why BU is the leader in internship opportunities.

Finally, consider all these benefits:

FOREIGN LANGUAGE SKILLS

Students in Boston University language programs learn foreign languages based on their skill level in countries all over the globe.

EASY CREDIT TRANSFER

Upon completion of the program, students receive an official transcript from Boston University, helping to make credit transfer easier.

AFFORDABILITY

Competitive program prices and financial aid make study abroad more affordable than ever.

ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT

Students benefit from years of professional experience of Boston University's resident faculty and staff overseas. See a full staff listing of our Boston and overseas program offices.

A HOME AWAY FROM HOME

Each of our programs provides housing, whether it's in BU-managed properties, dormitories/off-campus housing of affiliated colleges and universities, in a local family's home, or in apartments or residential hotels. All housing options are screened by Boston University Study Abroad.

Why Shanghai?

• Coursework offered through Fudan University's School of Social Development and Public Policy
  
• Intensive beginning and intermediate Chinese language courses taught by instructors trained in teaching Chinese to foreign students
  
• Off-campus housing in modern apartments next to Fudan University

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