By working in China you will improve your résumé or CV that will put you above others, to see you have gone abroad to gain wider experience is very good experience to have. Most of all, China is an amazing country and living there you will have a great time!

There are a diverse range of jobs in China and internships:

Sunrise Volunteer Programmes (also know as Sunrise International (UK)), are your number one resource for Volunteer projects in China. They the latest projects, information plus help and advice to get you started.

If you are planning a gap year or career break and contemplating a job in journalism or the media, journalism abroad in China with Sunrise International can set you on the right track. International volunteering in the form of a journalism programme is a great way to enhance your resume and make you stand out from the crowd. Whether you are currently studying journalism or are considering it in college, journalism abroad with China will give you first hand international journalism experience. If you are already a practicing journalist, then volunteering abroad in Journalism will broaden your horizons and show you a different way of working in journalism against the backdrop of a new and exciting country.

Sunrise offer placements working as a contributing editor, photographer or writer for a range of Beijing-based publications: the leading business magazine, a daily English-language newspaper, a popular online photography website, and a city and lifestyle magazines. Days are spent covering local events, finding newsworthy stories, attending press rounds, conduction interviews with distinguished visitors from abroad of local celebrities, or talking to everyday locals to ascertain their views on a range of subjects and then writing up and editing articles.

Other areas of work will include proof-reading and editing articles, possibly contributing to layout ideas, and just generally helping whenever and wherever your assistance is required. You also have the opportunity to get involved with the photography side of journalism. To work on a print journalism placement, with an international newspaper or magazine, you not only get an insider's view of how publications are run, but you will also compile an impressive portfolio to take home with you at the end of your program.

Whichever overseas journalism work place you are on, you will get an insight into the workings of the international media in a new cultural and political setting. For most of the journalism programmes, you do not need any foreign language ability, as the publications and stations generally write in or speak

English.

The volunteer work varies in the following areas depending on the media experience:

- Reporting -Editing -Photography

Sunrise Website: http://en.sunrint.com


Projects Abroad is the leading global organiser of overseas volunteer work placements. Our wide range of projects, including Teaching, Care, Conservation & Environment, Medicine & Healthcare, Sports, Community projects, Business, Law & Human Rights and Journalism, are designed specifically for the needs of the communities in which we work, whilst giving our volunteers (aged 16 - 75) the very best experience of volunteering abroad.

Projects Abroad offer Volunteer Projects for Gap Years, Career Breaks, Electives and Summer Placements and a wide range of business and volunteer work internships in China:

China Volunteer Business Internships and Work-Experience Placements:

A voluntary Business Internship project in China will give you a unique insight into the fusion of Western-style Capitalism and Eastern-style Communism.

As one of the world's most rapidly growing economies and with increasing foreign investments, China has an ever-expanding portfolio when it comes to world trade. Its massive revenue is generated from core industries and exports that include machinery, plastics, iron, a vast array of consumer products, shipping and even commercial space launch vehicles!

The Chinese language is also gaining prominence around the world as more and more people recognise the use in being able to speak it. China is a major force to be reckoned with, both now and in the future. There are many opportunities for those who wish to study or work within one of the key sectors that China currently trades in. For volunteers who are on a gap-year and looking to be accepted onto a business course at university, or for those looking for employment in a particular sector of the business world, a voluntary Business Internship in China offers access to the work experience that will make you stand out from the crowd.

All Business Internship volunteers live and work in the vibrant, modern cities of Shanghai and Hangzhou.

Business work-experience opportunities with Projects Abroad in China:

Architecture placement Shanghai is one of the world's fastest growing city based economies, a 21st-century metropolis where all the world's major businesses can be found. Shanghai's new finance and enterprise zone, Pudong, has expanded massively in the last five years. A huge amount of foreign investment has changed this area from farm and wasteland to a packed skyline containing some of the world's tallest buildings. Hangzhou is also developing at a rapid pace and is home to many new investors and many up-and-coming businesses.

Projects Abroad organise work experience programmes in a number of business sectors. These include areas such as marketing, PR, HR, accountancy, and property development. Developing placements in other business areas is always possible - just ask!

Volunteering on a Business Internship Placement in China: Accountancy Placement in China

As a volunteer in Shanghai or Hangzhou on one of our Business Internship Placements, you can provide effective and constructive help working on a variety of projects. Offices are often located in glamorous locations in high-rise office buildings.

During the placement, volunteers are expected to be punctual, professional and hard-working. You will be required to work an average of 35 hours per week, usually Monday-Friday. When you arrive at work on your first day, you will be assigned a supervisor who will be able to advise and support you during your placement, and of course Projects Abroad staff are always available to support you throughout your placement.

IT Business Placement in China:

The work you do will depend on the placement but be prepared to be challenged! You will get involved with the day-to-day activities of the office whether it be contacting different clients, working with business support teams, researching for current or future projects, putting together portfolios, attending meetings or working on set briefs.

The working day is split in two by a lunch break during which time everyone in the office will usually head out to eat together. It is at these times when you can really get to know your colleagues and gain an insight into their culture. In turn your colleagues will be interested to learn about you and your culture. They will also be keen to practice their spoken English on you, so you might find yourself teaching a few informal English lessons at times.

No matter where you are placed in the Chinese business world, your input will be greatly encouraged and appreciated, especially if you prove to be adaptable and willing.

Projects Abroad Website: www.projects-abroad.co.uk


China Meaningful Travel Opportunities:

After working in China, you might want to consider taking a gap year in Asia and travelling to see more of this fascinating continent. A lot of people choose teach in China, as a teacher your main role will be to teach conversational English lessons, it is also a great way to improve Mandarin language skills.

Tours in China are a great way to explore, especially if you don't speak very good Mandarin or Cantonese. Walk on the magnificent Great Wall, visit the Forbidden City in Beijing, walk the modern shopping streets in Shanghai or volunteer with pandas in Chengdu. If you are looking for a different experience you could take a tour in Tibet, a visit to Lhasa is recommended.