20
Jul
Exceeding Expat-ations
Arriving in Shanghai was a bit of a blur - 7 hours spent in airports, 16 hours spent on planes, and 45 minutes spent on a bus made for an...
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20
Jul
Sit Down And Laugh
My experience working in Shanghai has proved to be an amazing experience. Not only did I have an amazing experience working in a new city, but I also greatly enjoyed...
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20
Jul
Connections and Cultures
One of the great things about this trip is that we not only get the professional experience in the workplace, but that we’re exposed to the different Business cultures. While...
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20
Jul
Fantastic Intern Experience In Shanghai
Overall, my intern experience in Shanghai was fantastic. In terms of adapting to the culture, environment, and food, it took a little more than a week to feel comfortable. ...
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20
Jul
One Experience That Trumped All Of The Others
Throughout my time spent in Shanghai I have participated in many professional and cultural activities, which have enhanced my overall experience in China. These activities have included trips to Wuzhen,...
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20
Jul
60,000 different food options
After spending more than a month in Shanghai City, I have become acclimated to the everyday culture of the Shanghainese citizens. When I first arrived, the thing that surprised me...
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20
Jul
Working In The Luxury Goods Industry
Working at my company in China has been an eye opening experience to say the least. Working in the luxury goods industry is a unique field in which I never...
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20
Jul
What Life Is In China
Being a confident individual, I was tremendously more excited than nervous for my adventure to Shanghai. After restlessly arriving to the Pudong International airport, our group and I were greeted...
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19
Jul
A Little Advice
First off, for future interns who may read this, I am by no means the all-knowing god. I, too, am still learning about Chinese culture, the workplace, and professionalism. 6...
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19
Jul
Thanks Absolute!
Whether it be a speech from an experienced professional, a trip to another Chinese city, or a happy hour with the group after a hard day at work, Absolute Internship...
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19
Jul
Oh the Metro
While working in Shanghai, I have encountered many experiences that have been different than the culture I am used to in the United States. Some of these experiences are acts...
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19
Jul
Working Hard
Working for a cigar and whisky company is a blast! My company specializes in providing luxury products and services to high net worth individuals. As a marketing intern, my current...
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19
Jul
Enthusiastic, Petrified, and Apprehensive
The first thing you need to know about me is that I’m from a town of 1,500 people. When I found out that I was accepted to go on this...
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19
Jul
Love Living in Shanghai
I love ancient Chinese history and how it influences the culture today. Thats one of the main reasons that I chose to study Chinese in School. This being my second...
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18
Jul
Chinese Business Culture
As my first day of work was approaching, I really didn’t know what to expect. While I have Interned at other companies, I have never interned abroad. Yes, I have...
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18
Jul
13 hour plane ride to Shanghai
Being an Undergraduate College student double majoring in International Business and Chinese Language and Culture, It had always been my goal to one day work in China. What I didn’t...
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18
Jul
Shanghai Preparation and Transition
Absolute Internship made my Shanghai preparation and transition far easier. The process began with a simple introductory interview with Anna. She was in charge of internship placement. ...
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18
Jul
Race against myself to see every tourist attraction
When I arrived in London I was worried that I would spend every weekend in a race against myself to see every tourist attraction and major city in my reach....
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18
Jul
Singapore: Best of Both Worlds
Professionally, I found that the company speakers that Absolute have organized has been really useful to me. Our first speaker was from the ING Group, a Dutch multinational banking and...
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14
Jul
Shanghai: A Trip of a Lifetime
Dear Future Interns, If you’re considering visiting Shanghai through an internship program; Absolute internship is the way to go. Not only did I have great housing accommodations, but they paired my...
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