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PolyU’s International Internship Programme - Qingdao, Summer 2009

PolyU’s International Internship Programme - Qingdao, Summer 2009 Programme Features ‘ Preferred Graduate’ Development Programme (PGDP) is a summer internship programme organized by the Careers & Placement Services Section of PolyU’s Student Affairs Office.

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PolyU’s International Internship Programme - Qingdao, Summer 2009

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  1. PolyU’s International Internship Programme - Qingdao, Summer 2009

  2. Programme Features • ‘Preferred Graduate’ Development Programme (PGDP) is a summer internship programme organized by the Careers & Placement Services Section of PolyU’s Student Affairs Office. • Students taking the role as “Consulting Trainee” during the internship • A consulting team grouped by 4 to 6 students (International and Hong Kong students) • Period: 1-30 June, 2009 • City: Qingdao, China

  3. Intended Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the internship, students are expected to have: • Gained insights about business environment in China • Gained exposure to Chinese corporate culture and practical experience of working in large corporations • Applied knowledge and skills gained in university to deal with business problems or challenges, and through which, generated new ideas, conducted some focused research and analysis, practised problem-solving, interpersonnel and professional communication skills, and developed presentation and report etc.

  4. Qingdao Quick Fact about Qingdao • Qingdao is located on the south facing coast of the Shandong Peninsula. • Host of the sailing events for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad • Language: Mandarin and English

  5. Quick Fact about Qingdao • Qingdao is now a manufacturing centre • A major seaport, naval base, and industrial center. It is also the site of the Tsingtao Brewery. • A combination of Chinese- German style buildings are well preserved in the city centre  Beer Festival in Qingdao

  6. Comments from interns of summer 2008 About the work “I found the whole experience very worthwhile. The company gave me an overview of most key areas and a good idea about China investment market. I had worked with the PolyU students for a presentation about the differences between UK and Chinese investments, which I gained much insights. “ “So many enjoyable experiences as I’m sure you can imagine! I will highly recommend students to join the internship in China!” Natalie PARKER From University of Manchester, UK Internship at Nanjing in 2008

  7. Comments from interns of summer 2008 “I was interested in Chinese culture and the internship had given me the opportunity to explore China and observe the practice of the architecture work which will be relevant towards my studies.” Adam Brown From University of Manchester, UK Internship at Xian 2008

  8. PolyU’s International Internship Programme - Qingdao, Summer 2009 Programme details and arrangement

  9. What’s special? A sparkling combination • Students will form in groups of 4-6 from different disciplines and nationalities. • Each student can contribute his/her strengths and skills to the project. • Together all will develop teamwork, problem-solving skills, cultural awareness, interpersonal effectiveness …

  10. What’s special? Topics of the consulting projects You may explore the company business in areas such as: • Examples of projects: • How to increase the market share by identifying purchase behaviour and patterns of current and potential customers? • How to reduce costings and improve efficiency through a review of company operation and structure? Benchmarking Marketing Strategy Finance Competitive Analysis Business Operations Logistics Database management Customer behaviour

  11. What’s special? A boundless experience • Students will be exposed to the various departments to have a comprehensive understanding regarding the organization structure, work flow, business development etc., giving them a brand new and vivid experience.

  12. List of Participating Companies (tentative)

  13. List of Participating Companies (tentative)

  14. List of Participating Companies (tentative)

  15. List of Participating Companies (tentative)

  16. List of Participating Companies (tentative)

  17. Project Implementation Opening Ceremony / First meeting with employers Student Selection Process Project Implementation Under the mentor’s* instruction Students will be assigned to different projects. One project will be handled by a group of 4-5. Final Presentation (PPT+Report) CompanyOrientation / Overview of the industry Weekly report *all projects will be guided by a coach/supervisor/facilitator from the company First week In Qingdao 2nd - 4th week Final week

  18. Arrangement of Support (1) Allowance and Remuneration • As the internship is considered a training opportunity, most employers will not be providing any allowance and remuneration. (2) Housing and Meals • Students live in double rooms at an on-campus guest house or downtown service apartment. Each room is air-conditioned and has a telephone and television. No kitchen facilities are available. (Arrangement will be made by PolyU) • If students choose to arrange the housing by themselves, please inform us by 30th April. • Students may have their meals at the on-campus cafeteria (if available) or at local restaurants.

  19. Arrangement of Support (3) Estimated Expenses • Depending on your personal spending habits, you may spend more or less than what is listed below. *You may opt to follow the guided tour visits/cultural activities during weekend (4) Visa • PolyU will provide all the necessary documents for assisting you to apply for the entry visa into China

  20. Requirement • Interested about Chinese culture • Want to explore more about the business operation in China • Proficient in English • Computer literate

  21. Timeline

  22. Timeline

  23. Contact Careers and Placement Services Section Student Affairs Office ST314, 3/F, Core S, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Hung Hom, Hong Kong Telephone no.: (852) 2766 6800 Website: www.polyu.edu.hk/sao/pgdp/Qingdao.htm Download Application Form: www.polyu.edu.hk/sao/pgdp/appform_QD.doc Email:sapgdp@inet.polyu.edu.hk

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