Chasing Dreams, Facing Realities: The Harsh Internship Hunt for China’s University Students

Required Experience: An Unattainable Requirement for Overwhelmed Chinese Students in Search of Internships

Chinese students aspiring for premier positions post-graduation face escalating challenges and obstacles as they strive to craft impressive resumes.

In the opening installment of a quartet of articles focusing on higher education and student experiences in China, Alcott Wei delves into the intense battle for internship positions, which are crucial for shaping career opportunities.

David Ji's internship concluded almost as soon as it began.

When he reached out to the company's human resources department to inquire about the interruption in his recruitment process, he was informed that the firm had terminated the internship program.

A 21-year-old communications student at a modest university in China found himself both shocked and distraught. He had successfully applied for an internship and landed interviews prior to the vacation period, but his aspirations were suddenly shattered.

"Ji mentioned that without internship experience, securing a position at a large firm could be quite challenging."

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