Incredible experience. Past Review
By A student (Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile/ Pontifical Catholic University of Chile) - abroad from 03/06/2017 to 04/28/2017 with
The Intern Group: Hong Kong Internship Placement Program
I learned some things about fashion, which was my main objective. Also, I saw how was to live in a very big city like Hong Kong and I realised that finding a job abroad is not easy these days. It was worthwhile, yes.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
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* Host Country Program Administration
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* Social & Cultural Integration:
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
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I came from Chile to Hong Kong to experience an internship in a fashion company. I think 8 weeks were enough for me. The program works very good, you have everything you may need from The Intern Group: information, events, help. But, I think that this experience depends on you in a 90%. The other 10% depends on the company where you are, your colleagues and the work environment. That's my opinion. |
Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
Hong Kong is the most expensive city I have ever been for more than one month. |
| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | 300 USD |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
0 = No encouragement, 5 = frequent encouragement to use the language |
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Fluent |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Fluent |
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Other Program Information
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A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | That in Hong Kong is not easy to find a full time job, the opposite actually. |
Reasons For Studying Abroad
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The NetworkerAn active student leader, it was important for you to network abroad as well. Once overseas, you sought out student clubs, volunteered with local organizations, or attended community events. You encouraged your friends join you, and often considered how you could reflect your international experiences in a resume. |
