![Aerial shot of skyscrapers and a view of the Huangpu River in Shanghai, China.](/sites/default/files/marketing-images/program-page-images/summer-global-internship-shanghai-glance.jpg)
About The Program
Skyscrapers and high-speed transportation strike a balance with ancient cobbled streets and tea houses in Shanghai, a global economic hub. Build professional work experience interning with an organization on a project that matches your career goals. Many organizations welcome interns to technology, health or life sciences, communication, and social development projects. Expand your knowledge and skills through organizational site visits, industry networking events, and expert lectures. After work, view the cosmopolitan city from an observation deck above the clouds or on a riverboat tour.
Where you'll study
The Council on International Education Exchange (CIEE) study center is located on the East China Normal University campus. The park-like campus features a winding river and traditional stone bridges overlooking serene lotus ponds. Public transportation, a short walk from the study center, whisks you to your internship site. Orientations, networking events, and meetings with internship supervisors are held at the study center and local organizations.
![UCEAP students visit a Shanghai landmark in China.](/sites/default/files/marketing-images/program-page-images/summer-global-internship-shanghai-gallery-1.jpg)
![UC Irvine student Nicole Theresa Rodriguez with friends at The Bund in Shanghai, China.](/sites/default/files/marketing-images/program-page-images/summer-global-internship-shanghai-gallery-2.jpg)
TRIPS AND ACTIVITIES
Optional field trips and activities to introduce the local culture are available through your host university. Most events are free or discounted, but some come with an additional cost not included in UCEAP fees.
![<p>Take in Shanghai’s electric night views on the Huangpu River cruise</p>](https://uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/trips_and_activities_241x300_/public/marketing-images/trips-and-activities/summer-global-internship-shanghai-ta-1.jpg?itok=VXel7_4I)
Take in Shanghai’s electric night views on the Huangpu River cruise
![<p>Explore the ancient cobbled water town of Zhujiajiao</p>](https://uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/trips_and_activities_241x300_/public/marketing-images/trips-and-activities/summer-global-internship-shanghai-ta-2.jpg?itok=req2ZOj9)
Explore the ancient cobbled water town of Zhujiajiao
![<p>Visit tea houses and museums to immerse in Chinese history</p>](https://uceap.universityofcalifornia.edu/sites/default/files/styles/trips_and_activities_241x300_/public/marketing-images/trips-and-activities/summer-global-internship-shanghai-ta-3.jpg?itok=KKPx4S0e)
Visit tea houses and museums to immerse in Chinese history