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This exciting new global internship program in beautiful Beijing, China will be offered every fall, spring and possibly summer to students of all majors at both the graduate and undergraduate levels, including international students. Mandarin Chinese language is helpful, but NOT necessary for participation! The projected dates are:
Fall 2008: September 4 - December 17, 2008
Fall and spring semester programs include a one-week mid-semester break which allows for relaxing chances to explore the unique land and culture of the capital of China (Beijing).
The Mason Center for Global Education, in partnership with Abroad China, offers students the unique opportunity to participate in a professional academic internship in Beijing. Students are placed in professional internships for academic credit, based on their course work, skills and personal/professional interests. Many internships will include a stipend from the company that helps pay for students daily meals and transportation. Placements include (but are not limited to) business, commerce, trade, the arts, communication, history, culture and politics. Click here for a sample list of companies.
In the 15-week fall and spring options, internships are complemented with a weekly class focusing on Chinese Life & Culture, taught by local faculty in Beijing. Students intern four days per week, gaining valuable practical experience, and participate in the formal class one day per week. Students are evaluated according to their performance at the internships, and are also required to complete reflective and research assignments as part of their coursework (From both the Mason Faculty Director and their Beijing professor). All students, both Mason and non-Mason, are eligible for career counseling, resume writing tips and internship search strategies from Mason's University Career Services, in SUB 1, Room 348.
Students will also have the chance to explore China with an 8 day tour of Western China, and a weekend excursion to Shanghai
The summer program does not include the formal class. Students work 4–5 days per week at their internship site and enjoy several 3-day weekends to explore the city. Students are evaluated according to their performance at the internships, and are required to complete reflective assignments and a research project as part of their coursework for the Mason Faculty Director.
Students interested in being considered for internships in China are encouraged to apply early.
-UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS-
Fall and spring: 15 credits (9 internship credits + 3 for the class on Chinese Life and Culture + 3 for optional Chinese Language OR 6 internship credits + 3 for the class on Chinese Life and Culture + 3 for an additional independent study + 3 for optional Chinese Language).
Summer: 6 internship credits
For the internship credit, students may use course number CAS 485 International Internship (3–9 credits) or they can seek internship credit through their department. For example, Art and Visual Technology offers AVT 399. The course number for the class on Chinese Life and Culture is GOVT 496 Directed Readings & Research.
-GRADUATE STUDENTS-
Fall and spring: Up to 12 credits (3–6 internship credits + 3 for the class on Chinese Life & Culture + 3 for optional Chinese Language)
Summer: 6 internship credits
For the internship credit, students may use course number PUAD 794 Internship (3–6 credits) or they can seek internship credit through their department (For example, MAM 790). The course number for the class is PUAD 796 Directed Readings & Research.
Students share secure, furnished dormitories, as provided through Abroad China
FACULTY
Kuan (Karl) Zhang is an Assistant Professor in George Mason University's Department of Modern and Classical Languages. He received his Phd in 1999 from Stanford University. He has four years of research experience in the Institute of Chinese Literature, Chinese Academy of Social Sciences Beijing. His teaching interests include Chinese language, Comparative Literature, Literary Criticism, and Cultural Studies.
Undergraduates must have at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA and have completed at least 45 credit hours. Graduate students should have at least a 3.0 GPA. This program is open to both Mason and non-Mason students.
Applicants must consult with the Chinese Embassy in Washington, DC to determine visa status and needed documentation well prior to departure.
International students CAN participate in the Beijing Internship. Those who are not US citizens or US permanent residents should consult with Program Officer Sarah Mournighan before applying to the program. International students are eligible to participate, but they would need to confirm their visa status to enter/exit China.
Summer 2008:
Internship only Option: $5,650 + $400 housing security deposit ($5,700 for non GMU students)
Internship and language study $6,350 + $400 housing security deposit ($6,400 for non GMU students)
The housing security deposit is refundable if there is no damage to the room, and will be processed through the student's academic institution following successful completion of the program.
This fee includes:
The program fee does not include:
Financial aid, both Mason and outside, may apply. To see if you are eligible for aid, please pick up a Financial Aid Profile Form and Cost Breakdown from the Center for Global Education or download the form and take it to the Mason Financial Aid Office.
CGE reserves the right to raise its program fees in light of currency fluctuations or any other unforeseen circumstances.
Deadline: October 1, 2008 for Spring 2008
To apply consult the How to Apply section and apply online. This program has an additional application available from the Program Officer.
Mason reserves the right to make any necessary changes, including adjustments in cost, in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.
For more information, please attend a study abroad info session.
Program Officer: Lamyaa El-Fadaly