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I took part in two internships while abroad – both at Leiden University. One in the International Admissions Department and another in the Marketing Department. They both greatly increased my interest in my major and being immersed in the local environment as well as being exposed to an international staff was one of the best experiences I had while abroad.
– Amy Walls
Texas Lutheran Universiy

summer program: hangzhou

ESL Internship

Summer 2009 Dates and Fees
Dates: July 4-31
Credits: 6
Program Fee: $2800

Through Central College Abroad’s four-week program in China, you’ll take part in an intensive internship program, teaching English to Chinese middle school and high school students. And no Chinese language skills required for this program! Extensive travel within this fascinating country is planned both before your internship begins and after it ends.

Location
Your internship is located in Hangzhou, long described by the Chinese proverb, “Heaven is above, and below are Suzhou and Hangzhou.” This perfectly portrays the natural beauty and rich history of Hangzhou. Known throughout China for its scenic West Lake, it is a place of history and legend. Hangzhou is an economically prosperous and vibrant city, with inexpensive public transportation, historical and cultural sites and bargain shopping, which you’ll definitely want to experience.

Internship
In your internship, you will have responsibility for a class of approximately 25 students. Teach two hours in the morning and two hours in the afternoon, five days a week, and earn six credits for teaching English as a second language. Some responsibilities for evening and weekend (language learning) activities may also be required.

Housing and Meals
During your internship, you will live in modern residence halls arranged by the host institution in Hangzhou. Meals are included.

Excursions
Your Chinese experience begins and ends with visits to Beijing and Shanghai, where you’ll see the Great Wall and the Forbidden City in the nation's capital and the bustling waterfront and shopping area. And when you’re not working at your internship, you’ll have time to explore the many sites around Hangzhou and the West Lake district.

The program fee also includes:

  • Tuition for 6 semester hours of credit (3 internship, 3 cross-cultural)
  • On-site orientation
  • On-site advising and oversight by China program director
  • Housing
  • Excursions to Beijing and Shanghai
  • International Student Identification Card

Airfare is not included.
Deadline for applications: March 1.
Program deposit: $500 (due within two weeks after acceptance).