TusStar Internships in China
Location: Various, China (only Shanghai for non-Chinese nationals)
Type of Internship: Industry
Paid or Unpaid: Both
Level: Undergraduate
Faculties: All
Program Overview
TusStar is the leading university science park incubator in China. Backed with immense experience in incubation services and fund investment, as well as the resources of Tsinghua Science Park, TusStar focuses on talent introduction, capital management, innovation and entrepreneurship incubation, space management, and providing resources for entrepreneurs.
TusStar Internship Program was built in 2018 between TusStar and the University of Alberta, which currently offers internships to Chinese citizens studying at UAlberta. Located at TusStar's incubating companies in China, and lasting between 3 to 6 months, these internships will play an essential role in students' professional development and help them develop important life and professional skills.
The Internships are available to Chinese students in diverse disciplines such as Engineering, Science, Agricultural and Life Environmental Sciences, Medicine, Business, Education, Arts, and applied programs.
When Can I Go?
Terms Offered: Winter, Fall, Spring/Summer
Duration: 3 - 6 months
Eligibility Requirements
Students must be:
- in their 3rd or 4th year of study
- be in good academic standing
- have good Chinese language skills
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hold a Chinese passport (except for positions in Shanghai)
Application Deadlines + Instructions
Deadlines: TBA
Instructions:
- Posted when deadlines and job postings are announced
Fees + Costs
$250 Program Fee
Internships can be paid or unpaid. If unpaid, it is expected that the employer will provide some other type of compensation (i.e., provide transit passes, meals, accommodation).
Students are encouraged to apply for funding even if they do not have a confirmed internship to avoid missing important deadlines.
Program Information + Contact
For all questions, email goabroad@ualberta.ca or connect with the International Outbound Internships Coordinator through in-person or virtual advising.
Funding Opportunities
Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.
Over 80% of students who apply get funding.