Next Steppers

"Working with HKSTPC is an experience that I will never forget. The staff was amazing; everyone was so nice. Having the opportunity of taking what I learned from college level courses in management and applying it to real job experience is essential. This internship allowed me to learn and take away new and improved skill sets that will benefit my future career as a business woman. Kristie Cheng, UC San Diego, Business Internship program in Hong Kong.

"The internship programme has certainly been one of the best experiences I have had. I am now ascertain that Cathay Pacific is somewhere I would love to return to work should I have the opportunity. I have managed to network well with the other interns, engineering trainees as well as work colleagues and staff whom have been very kind and helpful for the duration of my placement. I also participated in the badminton club, where I met more colleagues out with engineering as well as exploring the excellent sports facilities. This placement has been greatly beneficial for myself in understanding more about the dynamic aviation industry. Work and investigations have deepened my insight into my future work and career choice which is becoming more and more attractive. I feel the internship is definitely an amazing experience and very thankful Cathay Pacific has allowed me this opportunity. Jonny Mak, University of Glasgow, Aeronautical engineering Internship program in Hong Kong.

"Overall, Next Step Connections provides a good services in all terms. For me being here in Shanghai, it makes me open my eyes wider so that I know what I really want for my future. This all happened because of Next Step. Cheers! Renny Sutjipto, Singapore Institute of Management, Business Internship program in Shanghai.

"Next Step Connections went above and beyond to ensure that I had a comfortable and immersive experience, both professionally and culturally, while participating in their Hong Kong internship program. If you are looking for an organized and professional local resource with a personal touch, reach out to Next Step Connections!." C.Welsh, University of Southern California, USA, PR internship in Hong Kong. Read Cory's HK internship blog.

"I would recommend as the experience is made simple by Nextstep and at the end you get to learn and enjoy.Kiy Hong Tang, Brunel university, Finance Internship program in Shanghai.

"I took part in a one month finance internship. The company's mail client base are wealthy Chinese investors looking for a diverse range of investment strategies in which to place their new wealth. Luckily I started work at the same time as another intern, so this was a great help throughout the time. We were first given the task of researching Regular Savings Plans and Investment Funds, which then led to us creating our own investment portfolios and ultimately a report to persuade clients to invest in our product. This assignment taught us a lot about long term investment strategies and risk management. We were given a number of other assignments throughout our time including creating reports to encourage Chinese investors to invest in the South of France, and some assignments that weren't strictly related to finance, such as a report about where and how to do business in Shanghai. One of the best parts of the internship was getting to work alongside another intern. Working under the guidance of the executive director of the company was also a great privilege. Because of this I hope to get a great reference from him that will be really helpful in the future. Overall I had a great internship experience and would recommend anyone looking for an insight of what it is like to work in finance, especially from a Chinese perspective. Alexander Palmer, Leeds University, Finance Internship program in Shanghai.

"The experience has definitely added value to my education and gave me an idea of what I want really to pursue as my career in the future. The internship allows me to explore my aspired career(i.e law)in depth by working with experts in a particular field of work. Not only did the internship further equipped me with the skills in future career, it is also a self-discovery programme where i could find my strengths and weaknesses. Very rewarding, informative programme which has long-term impacts on me academically and personally!. Sandy Cheung, University of Warwick, UK, Law Internship program in Shanghai.

"I believe the program itself, and especially the Next Step staff are all wonderful. I have heard stories from other programs and none have been quite like the services and planned activities that Next Step has provided. Thanks!!. Brandon Hexsel, Seattle University, USA, Finance internship in Shanghai.

"The only (known to me) opportunity to do a professional internship in China in any industry without all the hassle related to the organizational issues, and lots of fun meeting people from different parts of the world." Agnieszka Chomka, University College London, Biotechnology internship in China.

"Overall, I am very happy with how my internship went as I learned quite a bit and really enjoyed Shanghai thanks to NSC services and the other interns which I met in part to do with the NSC events which were a great way to meet them." Kieran Wilkie, St George British International School in Roma, Architecture Internship in China.

"I had a wonderful time in Shanghai. Also I get interesting life experience in China. I had chance to meet many interesting and different people. I really like Shanghai and I would like to come back here again." Algirdas Grizas, University of Bradford, UK, Business Internship in China.

"My whole experience in Shanghai really exceeded my expectations and thanks to Next Step, I was able to adjust to life in Shanghai quickly and comfortably. I acquired many skills from my internship whilst having fun at the same time. I have enjoyed meeting such a diverse mix of people and experiencing the Chinese culture. I definitely want to return to Shanghai soon!." Avni Patel. Aston University, UK. Airlines internship in China.

"Shanghai has been an amazing experience. The nightlife is fantastic, the culture is eye catching and the city itself has an endless supply of restaurants, bars and shops. Together with the help of NSC staff and other interns, I had one of the best summers. Bavish Judoo, Manchester Metropolitan University, UK. Marketing internship in China.

"I thoroughly enjoyed the NSC program. I had a great supervisor - Sunny Liew. Through him I met many expats and interesting people. I also expanded my legal skills and soft skills. There were many meet ups to ensure that I could meet fellow like-minded interns. Overall I felt that the program was well thought out and I enjoyed myself." Joel Lam, Warwick University UK, Law internship in China.

"The structure of the program is perfect because makes you have a really good time while having an interesting working experience." Carlo Pietrangeli, Luiss Guido Carli, Rome, Italy, Finance Internship in China.

"Overall, it was a very good experience for me to have an internship and mandarin lessons here in Shanghai, such one of the most upcoming city in the world. Especially, in my host company, there are a lot of people from all different countries like the US, the UK, Poland, Germany, Canada, Ukraine, Australia and China. This experience will help my future career a lot." Tsubasa Yashiro, Waseda University, Japan, Business Internship in China.

"NSC is a very viable option for those interested in coming to Hong Kong for work or study. They are attentive and helpful, but not smothering. I would recommend them for anyone interested in exploring what Hong Kong has to offer. Why go through an internship/liaison company, you may ask? Even though I'm an avid backpacker and seasoned traveler, it helps to have friends looking out for you when you're in a new place." B.Gottlieb, University of Southern California, USA, Journalism internship in Hong Kong.

"Overall, my experience was excellent. The people here at Next Step were very friendly from beginning to end. Meeting new people and sharing every day with my roommates was also a fantastic experience. . I learned so much that I can take this with me home and into my future. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone, especially with Next Step Connections. This decision is something I do not, and will never regret. "M. Sada Santos, Mexico, Medical Internship in China.

"Before I came, I was worried that I might waste four weeks of my summer because I might not be offered the experience I dream of. So I didn't have very high expectations, but it turned out that I got to experience so many different aspects of my dream career and so many people who work in my area of interest. It was a fulfilling experience, and probably one of the best in my life." Joo Kyung Lee, South Korea, Journalism Internships in China.

"Arriving in Shanghai two months ago, I was not sure what to expect. Now a week from my departure, I can truly say that this experience has been life changing. I learned that to gain the most out of this experience you have to challenge yourself to try new things and go after the things you want to see/learn. Luckily, I had the support of the Next Step staff in exploring this wonderful city and a diverse group of interns to share this journey with.NSC4LIFE." Vicky Wang, The College of New Jersey, USA, Fashion Internship in China.

"I would recommend Next Step to my friends because of the strong caliber of internship opportunities it provides along with the support from the staff to help the stay a foreign country less alienating." George Miller, Babson College, USA, Finance Internship in China.

"Thanks guys for giving me this opportunity to live this great adventure. I will surely come back in China in a few years, either an employment opportunity or as a tourist and I will definitely come by your office, which am really sure, by this time, if you continue on putting all these hard efforts and being 'true' to interns, will be a big name in this industry." D.Moreno, Universite de Laval, Canada, Finance Internship in China.

"I had a marvelous time in Shanghai.I met some new friends and some successful people who really encouraged me. My manager taught me a lot about business and work." Ze Yuan Shen, Shaanxi Province, China, Finance Internship in China.

"Before I left the US, I read about all the things NSC would provide when I arrived in China, but the level of assistance and accommodations was far beyond my expectations. Not only was I provided with an amazing internship, but NSC constantly went out of their way to make my experience in Shanghai enjoyable and memorable. "P. Pakele and Cabot, University of Boulder,Colorado, PR Internship in China.

"Next Step Connection was a really great program, I have learned a lot about being here in Shanghai, China. I have gotten to know a lot of people. From locals to visitors. This program has helped me broaden my horizon when it comes to the international experience." Latoya Suggs, Wright State University, USA, Event internship in China.

"I have had a fantastic and extremely rewarding two month experience in Shanghai. The city, the people, the different culture and the way of life will always remain a significant learning experience which will follow me in the future. The knowledge and skills I'd got and increased whilst working at my host company were invaluable. To Next Step Connections team who I made all this possible: many thanks for giving me the opportunity to live this awesome adventure. I will definitely recommend NSC to anyone who is interested :)" Marco Pimentel, University of Oxford, UK, Biotechnology internship in China.

"The Internship programme organised by next step is a great platform for not only improving your personal skills and beefing up your professional experience. It is also a great platform for both determined and indecisive to make a next step into their future. Keep up the good work! I hope to see you growing and providing this kind of services all over Asia!" Jakub Lewandowski, Journalism internship in China, Jagiellonian University in Cracow, Poland.

"By choosing Next Step Connections you will get access to some of the top companies and most connected people in China. The support of the Next Step team and the instant group of friends available to you is invaluable in the bustling party city of Shanghai! Come with an open mind and a willingness to make the most of your time here and you will not regret it". Ben Henderson, University of St Andrews, UK, Business Internship in China.

"Next Step Connections provided me with the opportunity to explore Shanghai and work with a premier and leading trading company in Asia. I was able to meet other interns from all over the world and immerse myself in Chinese culture. It was a unique and valuable experience that has helped me to grow personally, intellectually and in my career goals." Brandon Kwock, University of California Berkeley USA, Internship at Li&Fung.

"Thank you next step connections for what has been an amazing 6 months. Having worked in the UK for a while, I really wanted to get a first had experience in my 'dream' career path and see the possibilities beyond the UK. I've since secured a full-time job in Shanghai as I love the city so much, whilst also having tasted life in a world-class Advertising Agency. These experiences have been invaluable and will inform my future career decisions and goals. Many thanks to NSC!. Raymond Liu, London Metropolitan University, Advertising internship in China.

"From before I arrived until the end of my stay in Shanghai, the Next Step Connections team has been incredibly resourceful and accommodating to all of my concerns that were brought up. I would definitely recommend NSC to my friends because NSC is a team that I can trust to help me fulfill all my needs ranging from my internship to weekend trips. I had such a marvelous summer interning and absorbing the modern and trendy culture of Shanghai." Qiting Huang, Georgetown University, USA, Accounting Internship in China.

"My experience was fantastic. I was helping on a potential investment in Brazil related to bio-diesel and was given significant responsibilities, from understanding the process of oil conversion to drafting the investment memo. I also had significant exposure to senior management and worked directly with the Founding Managing Partner on various projects. My colleagues were super helpful too, both in helping me understand different types of investments and the processes involved. All these were made possible by NSC." Anthony Woo, Harvard Business school, USA, Finance Internship in China.

"NSC were extremely helpful in offering me a choice of internships that suited my needs. They had a really broad range of activities in the fields I was interested in (finance and renewable energy) and many different locations too. The company I finally went to was perfect: I met loads of new people, got to practice Chinese everyday and learnt more than I ever would have imagined!" Lara Adamson, University of Oxford, Investment Banking Internship.

"Next Step Connections did exactly what I wanted them to do: provide me with housing, an internship, and help with Visa forms and initial transportation. They even helped me with a cellphone and a metro card which were both extremely useful and something I wouldn't have been able to do on my own as I speak only basic Mandarin. The internship they set me up with was what I was looking for and I actually felt useful to the company, not just a coffee monkey. Overall I really enjoyed my stay here in Shanghai and I don't think I would have if not for Next Step Connections. Money well spent. " L.Dahl, Colorado College, Boulder, CO, Business internship.

"I recommend Next Step Connections to anyone who loves to travel and also wants to gain some international work experience. It has a small but capable team that is able to deliver whatever level of attention that is suited to your needs.I worked for a sourcing company and gained skills that will be valuable to me since I'd like to have an international oriented career. I also worked on finance projects that are quite relevant to my educational background. I also enjoyed getting to know many of the other interns and believe Next Step Connections provided a community that made this quite easy. I believe the experience helped me grow both professionally and personally." D. Cornett, University of South Carolina, USA, Trading Internship in China.

"Next Step Connections brings people from all walks of like together, building bounds that cannot be broken and experiences that will last for a lifetime! It was a pleasure doing my internship in Shanghai. The culture, the people and the way of life will always remain a significant learning experience that I will take with me into the future." Rayyan (Sudan), Limkokwing University of Creative Technology, Malaysia, Fashion Internship.

"The internship programmes offered by Next Step Connections are second to none. The accommodation is exceptional, and the staff offer friendly, round the clock support. The internships themselves offer a level of responsibility that would be unthinkable in company in the United Kingdom, meaning one leaves ones host company with a real sense of achievement, safe in the knowledge that they have really had an impact on the business. Interns in Shanghai certainly play as hard as they work, and the events organised by Next Step Connections ensure that you meet plenty of like minded people to explore the nightlife with! I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience with Next Step Connections, and would not hesitate to recommend their programmes!". R. Allinson, Durham University, UK, Finance Internship in China.

"My overall experience with next step was above and beyond what i anticipated before arriving in Shanghai. I would participate again for a prolonged period of time given the opportunity." Matt Wasserman, John Hopkins University, USA. Medical Internship in China.

"Honestly, if I hadn't found Next Step Connections, I probably wouldn't have had the fantastic opportunity to work for a high-profile magazine, such as the Shanghai Business Review. My internship with SBR was without a doubt the best journalism-related experience I have had and I am so thankful I had the privilege to work there. Through SBR, I was able to attend executive events, proofread articles, add clips to my portfolio, and research and caption photos. It truly was the most worthwhile experience I and NSC made it happen!". Samantha McCullough, Central Michigan University, Journalism internship in China.

"NSC is a great stepping stone for those looking for a exciting internship after graduation or during their studies. It allows you to experience a different culture in a vibrant city. I would definitely recommend this program to others as it opens your eyes to a city that for me was a mystery before." Jordan Silva, University of Miami, USA. Real Estate internship in China.

"Everyone at Next Step Connections was very friendly. They helped set up everything for my 2 months in China. I was able to learn the language, gain work experience, and make some friends as well. I would recommend them to anyone wanting to come to China.". Matthew Hale, Kelley School of Business, USA. Law Internship in China.

"Next Step sets up everything from the internship, to accommodations, to field trips around China. All you have to do is show up and have a good attitude to truly enjoy everything Shanghai and the rest of China has to offer. Having hands on experience in China teaches you everything that the books and classes just cannot properly explain. There was a bit of culture shock (as expected) at first, but once you know your way around and learn a few important phrases in Mandarin, it's really hard to not want to participate in every single event and social gathering. The staff was very friendly and welcoming, and helped me out whenever I had an issue. I lost my wallet within the first week and Next Step made all the arrangements necessary and even loaned me enough cash to get me through until I found it! Shanghai is the most exciting city I've been to and it's hard to leave once you've mentally stationed yourself here. I now wish I had stayed longer and would advise stays of three months or longer, an entire semester if you can. Also, take advantage of the Mandarin lessons; the more Chinese you know, the more fun Shanghai can be to foreigners." Logan Franey. San Diego State University, USA. Business Internship in China.

Being my first time in Shanghai i didn't know what to expect. But Next Step offered me a 360º service. When I arrived somebody was waiting for me, took me to my apartment, and gave me everything i needed to survive in Shanghai. First day of work at APSC was great, everything is so different in China that you just don't have time to stop and think about it. By the end of the month i really felt i was part of the team. Once i finish my studies, moving to Shanghai will definitely be an option to consider.Gonzalo Fernandes Dioniz, Universidad de Madrid Carlos III. Finance internship in Shanghai.

"It has been an amazing experience. While learning, the internship has broadened my mind and has helped me to develop some professional skills. At the same time, I have discovered a completely different culture and met very interesting people. Although I have only been two months in Shanghai, I feel I have friends there. I can not wait to go back." Daniel Molina Torres, Universidad de Madrid Carlos III, Finance Internship in China. (Background picture)

"Shanghai is a city not to be missed. Do not hesitate to come to Shanghai through Next step, which has been incredibly helpful and resourceful in various ways. Because of Next step, I had a fantastic 2 month-experience that might have changed the course of my life from now on." Duck-Ju Kang, Yale University, USA, Business internship in China.

"Next Step was great. Really made the experience fantastic. I think we realized how lucky we were upon talking to students from other internship programs; many had little, if any, contact with their organisation. I came to China with no knowledge of Mandarin but was able to thoroughly enjoy my internship because Next Step took the time to make the transition a smooth one. Next Step eliminated many of the transitional hassles by providing airport pick-up, escorting us to work our first day, introducing us to trendy hangouts, and being available for any problems. Moreover, the accommodations provided were first class and located in the heart of Shanghai. I would strongly recommend Next Step Connections for anyone looking to broaden their horizons through an internship in Shanghai. Next Step allowed me to focus on learning the culture, meeting new people, and gaining a better sense of a very different part of the world and for that I’m truly thankful." Branson McRae, Elon College of Law,USA, Law internship in China.

"There is just one word in order to define the service of NSC: Excellent. The staff at NSC is very efficient to welcome participants and to help them adapt to Shanghai. I’m really happy to have chosen NSC." Laetitia Pouzet, ISEG Nantes, Marketing Internship in China.

"Amazing cultural experience and at the same time has opened my eyes to the world of work and has confirmed that I have chosen the right career path, whilst highlighting the skills I need to gain or improve on, which I hope to do in my Masters degree." Laura Hairsine, University of Leeds, UK, Healthcare pharmaceuticals in China.