Highly Recommended Internship Opportunity in Hong Kong

StandOut offers a well-structured internship program and tailored each of internships specifically to the needs of the individual. The application process was very straightforward and the staff at StandOut was very helpful when responding to any enquires. Through the StandOut Internship program I was able to obtain a marketing internship with the leading expat insurance broker in Hong Kong.

The professional development training course provided a great introduction to working in Hong Kong. There were many useful workshops, which ranged from interview techniques and CV advice to business etiquette and Hong Kong culture. During the 2-day course, there were also talks by experienced professionals who shared their insights into working in Hong Kong and graduate selection schemes.

The 8-week internship has allowed me to develop some of the soft skills that are highly valued in many industries such as communication, presentation and team working skills. During my time with the company, I was involved with numerous projects. These included improving the company database and conducting an extensive market research project, whereby I was required to present my findings to the senior management of the company. Throughout the internship, StandOut offered regular mentoring/feedback sessions to ensure both the intern and the host company were satisfied.

Whilst the main focus of the experience is the internship, StandOut also organized regular social events such as after-work drinks, hiking and visiting the Happy Valley Racecourse.

Overall, the StandOut Internship program would be highly recommended to students wishing to gain valuable work experience abroad and would offer individuals a competitive advantage on a CV and in interviews. Furthermore, it will give you the chance to develop from a personal perspective and give you a clearer idea of the type of role/industry you wish to pursue in the future.