Chinese Language and Internship Program;

IEC has a unique Chinese language and Internship programs for students from Hotel management and other related specialties We focus on hospitality sector and we helps students get internship placements with leading hotels in China. For this program we have associated with various service providers and teaching institutions in China.
IEC Chinese language studies with practical work experience in a hotel in China is ideal for graduate students or professionals interested in improving their Chinese language skills and gaining work experience in China.

Objective:

The Internship component is designed to provide practical experience in a hotel in China,  bridging language immersion with a professional work experience in China.


FEATURES:

The CLI program consists of two components:
Language Component

• Total immersion in the Chinese language
• Small classes averaging 5 to 8 students
• Different proficiency levels available
• Language courses
• Language Exchange Program with native speakers
• Onsite staff assistance and support

Internship Component

• Internship in a Hotel in China.
• Free pre-internship training
• Weekly one day language tutoring, language lab and discussion with internship supervisor
• Stipend from selected hotels.
• Reference letter provided at the end of the internship
• Business networking events
• Resume translation
• Ongoing monitoring and assessment

STRUCTURE:

The above program is for students who have basic knowledge of Chinese language. For those with very little or no knowledge of Chinese have to undergo an additional training program for one month.
Chinese Language Component
This course component is devoted to language and consists of four aspects: 1) core language classes, 2) after-class tutoring, 3) language exchange partner program, and 4) electives. These components are designed to allow participants to progress rapidly and gain fluency in the language. Students are taught valuable information regarding modern day Chinese culture and society which, in turn, helps to improve participants' linguistic and communicative skills.

Internship Component:

The Internship component offers students and professionals work experience in China, pre-Internship training, and assistance in incorporating language with basic office skills and Chinese business practices.

1) Pre-Internship Training
A leading specialist in Chinese business culture presents a series of lectures over the duration of one week, offering insights into the practical working culture of a Chinese company or international company operating in China. Topics that are covered include basic business writing skills, answering telephones, and business etiquette.

2) Internship
Students will work for at least 25 hours a week in a hotel in China

3) Stipend
This unpaid internship may include a stipend paid by the company for travel or lunch purposes during the internship period.

VISA
Applicants should apply for an F Visa. In most cases visas will be issued for 1, 3 or 6 months regardless of the study duration. If the study duration is not covered by the initial visa approval, an extension will be made by the host institution and WLE on arrival. Furthermore some embassies and consulates may issue an L visa regardless of the purpose for entering China. In these cases the visa can also be converted on arrival. An Invitation Letter and Admission Confirmation are required to obtain a visa. These documents are provided by WLE when enrollment has been completed and Total Program Fees paid.

REQUIREMENTS:

Participants must be between the ages of 21 and 45 (for other ages, please contact IEC), have completed high school or an equivalent, and be in good health.