China Internship Program
Overview
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Why China?
China Internship Program
Curtin University Testimonials
How to Apply
Tips for your CV
Chinese Business Culture
Questions
Population of over 1.3 billion and
the 2nd largest GDP in the world
China created more than
10 million new urban jobs
in 2011.
Global focus on China –
Beijing 2008 Olympics, 60th
Anniversary of the PRC,
Shanghai Expo 2010,
Guangzhou 2010 Asian Games
Huge growth in Chinese
venture capital and private
equity funds
China has the largest
foreign currency
reserves in the world
Why China?
In 2011 Chinese
outbound investment
was $59bn and is
projected to grow by
20-30%
Average of 10% GDP growth
over the past five years
Australia’s number 1 trading partner –
also Australia’s most valuable inbound
tourism market. Demand for employees
with China knowledge
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About CRCC Asia
CRCC Asia was founded by two Oxbridge graduates
who met on a masters course at SOAS. They offered
strategic assistance to SMEs looking to enter the
Chinese market and provided internship
opportunities and intensive courses in China.
500 interns
2006
2008
CRCC Asia
2007
established in
London
The company expanded
operations by opening an
office in Beijing
250 interns
1000
interns
2010
2009
CRCC Asia was incorporated in
the United States and an office
was established in Pennsylvania
1500
interns
2012
2011
New offices opened
in Shanghai and
San Francisco.
Courses and
Mandarin offered
BEIJING
北京 － Beijing
• The Great Wall of China
• Tiananmen Square
• Forbidden City
• Summer Palace
• Hou Hai
• 798 Art District
SHANGHAI
上海 － Shanghai
• Xintiandi
• Pudong District
• The Bund
• French Concession
• Nanjing Road
China Internship Program | Sector and Roles
Sectors include:
• Business
• Engineering
• Finance
• Green Tech, Energy & Environmental
Consultancy
• Hospitality
• Information Technology
• Legal
• Logistics
• Marketing, PR & Advertising
• NGOs, Charities & Not for Profit
• Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare
• Tourism & Travel
CRCC Asia Partner Companies
China Internship Program | What’s Included
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Guaranteed Internship
English Speaking Supervisor
Business Visa Support
Pre-departure Assistance
Airport Pickup on Arrival
International Hotel Accommodation
Induction Course & Cultural Training
Formal Welcome Banquet
Welcome Pack + SIM Card + City Guide
Weekly Mandarin Lessons
24-hour Support and Guidance
Social Events & Business Seminar
Volunteer Charity Day-Trip
Networking Opportunities
Membership of Alumni Network
CRCC Asia Certificate
1 Month: $2,695
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2 Month: $3,595
3 Month: $4,495
China Internship Program | Airport Pickup
China Internship Program | Accommodation
China Internship Program |Induction Day
China Internship Program | Company Drop-off Day
China Internship Program | Mandarin Classes
China Internship Program | KTV Night
Volunteer Day| Migrant Children School
China Internship Program | China Business Seminar
Cultural Event | Dumpling Making
CRCC Asia Programs Will Enable Participants To:
• Witness first hand how China is shaping the business world
• Showcase to future employers their commitment to understanding the
international business environment
• Gain key transferable and industry specific skills that will enrich your CV
• Prove their determination and ability to work in a new and demanding
environment
• Demonstrate their adaptability and initiative
• Exhibit their analytical skills
Curtin University Testimonials
Robert Willmott, Curtin University Master of Logistics, Business Intern July 2012
The opportunity for professional growth through networking events and the placement
are endless and I have made invaluable contacts from around the world. I would certainly
recommend the program to any person wishing to step out of their comfort zone and be
inspired by the magnitude of such a metropolis.
Bonnie Roche, Curtin University Accounting Graduate, Finance Intern Dec 2011
The internship with China Performance Group in Beijing and the experience I had in
China with CRCC Asia is something that is an amazing asset to my resume and my
experience in the global world of business. I would highly recommend the program and
encourage anyone to go!
CRCC Asia In The Media
‘I’ve been told repeatedly
that my work in China
looks great on my resume’
‘A lot of people are fascinated by the fact I
went to China and it’ s been a main topic of
discussion at a lot of the interviews I’ve had.’
‘Exposure to a part of the world that is increasingly
driving global growth is an invaluable asset for up
and coming professionals everywhere.’
‘It is so important that the rest of the world
starts to understand China’
‘Gap-year students learn to give ‘face’ in chase
for the China dream’
‘Graduates going to great
lengths to get ahead’
‘For foreign graduates… China
offers a great opportunity to get a
long term career’
‘China is the choice for high flyers’
CRCC Asia & Curtin Careers Competition
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• Submit Online Application & CV
• Curtin Careers selects finalists
• CRCC Asia interviews finalists
• CRCC Asia selects 1 winner
CRCC Asia is offering a
FREE 1 Month Internship
experience in your choice
of Shanghai or Beijing this
summer.
Curtin Careers is
sponsoring the roundtrip
flight from Perth to China.
Apply today for your
China Adventure!
CV Tips for China Internships – DO’s
 No more than 1-2 pages in length
 Include any awards & achievements
 Include all language abilities – including English
 For example – Native English, Fluent French,
Basic Chinese Mandarin
 Include computer skills
 Be detailed about your education
 Explain in brief, yet detailed sentences your job
responsibilities at previous employers
 Use bullet points
 Have a consistent, neat and clear format
 Always review, spell check and have someone else
look it over
CV Tips for China Internships – DON’Ts
Х Include outdated information
Х Include detailed addresses from previous employers
Х Write a very specific and detailed objective
Х Write very long sentences
Х Use many fonts and colors
Chinese Business Culture – Guanxi 关系
• What is Guanxi?
• “To do business, we must first be friends”
• How does it differ from the Western concept of “It’s not what you know, it is
who you know”
Chinese Business Culture – Mianzi 面子
• What is Mianzi?
• Lose Face = Diu Mian Zi 丢面子
• Save Face = Liu Mian Zi 留面子
• Give Face = Gei Mian Zi 给面子
APPLY TODAY FOR YOUR OWN CHINA ADVENTURE!