Finalising

Before your Shanghai adventure begins, we make sure you’re properly prepared. You’ll receive a clear checklist, practical tips, and useful local information. So you know exactly what to do before you fly. From the essentials you should organize in advance to simple arrival and everyday-life guidance, we support you step by step. That way, you can start your internship feeling confident, stress-free, and ready to enjoy the experience.

Traditional Chinese temple with golden roof, pagoda tower, and ginkgo leaves in the foreground, Shanghai

Practical Preparation
Before you leave for Shanghai, we help you get the essentials organised — so nothing important gets missed last-minute. You’ll receive clear guidance on accommodation options, insurance basics, budgeting, and what to expect during your first days in the city. The goal is simple: you feel prepared, not overwhelmed.

Your Personal Checklist
You’ll get a step-by-step checklist tailored to internships in Shanghai, including:

Flights & arrival planning
Insurance and key documents
Pre-departure must-dos (SIM card, payment apps, basic setup)
It keeps the process structured and easy to follow during a busy period.

Shanghai Basics: What You Need to Know
We share practical local insights so you can settle in quickly:

Getting around (transport, navigation, commute)
Work etiquette and everyday norms
First-week essentials and a few key addresses
So you feel confident from day one.

Documents & Administration Support
We make sure you know exactly which documents to prepare and bring, for example:

Internship agreement and company details
Insurance documents
Any additional paperwork required for your onboarding

If a visa is required in your case, we explain the general steps and common pitfalls — so you can avoid mistakes and stay organised. The focus is practical: getting everything ready for a smooth start.

Mental Preparation & Smooth Arrival
An internship abroad isn’t only logistics — it’s a new culture, routine, and work environment. We share realistic tips on:

Settling in quickly and navigating daily life
Communicating confidently at work
Knowing what to expect in your first week (commute, first day, basic etiquette)

Ongoing Support
If questions come up — before departure or after arrival — you can reach out anytime. We’re here to support you so your internship in Shanghai starts on the right foot.