The ASEAN Internship Scheme for Hong Kong Higher Education Students (ASEAN Internship Scheme) is run by the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices (HKETO) in Singapore/ Jakarta/ Bangkok, which offers opportunities for HK university students to take up summer internships in ASEAN member countries.
Internship locations
Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, etc.
Some of the Internship hosts in the past years (for reference only)
Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Jakarta (Indonesia), Kerry Logistics (Singapore), Puma Sports SEA Trading (Singapore), C&H Properties Pte Ltd (Singapore), Hong Kong Trade Development Council (Singapore), TechSociety Private Limited (Singapore), ASEAN University Network (AUN) Secretariat (Thailand), Penang Heritage Trust (Malaysia), etc.
Target Students
Full-time undergraduate students of HSUHK (non-final year students are preferred)
Internship Period
Most internships are available during Jun – Aug 2024 with duration ranging from 4 – 12 weeks (exact period is to be decided by the internship host)
Stipend/ Allowance
Depends on internship hosts (some internships are unpaid, while some may offer allowance)
Current Vacancies
Please click here.
Remarks
- Students have to shoulder their own direct expenses e.g. visa application, round trip air ticket, daily transportation, accommodation, meals, etc.
- Students should arrange round trip air tickets, visa and accommodation by themselves
- Travel insurance will be provided by the university during the placement period (excluding the period of personal travel)
How to Apply
- Review the available vacancies and identify your top choices (max. 3 choices)
- Prepare your latest CV and a cover letter stating why you are suitable for this internship. The cover letter should address to company of your first choice. Please check out our Career Guide for CV writing tips.
- Complete this online application form latest by 12 pm on 2 Feb 2024(Fri). Please note that all applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, therefore, please submit your application ASAP!
Financial Assistance
Eligible participants under the ASEAN Internship Scheme may apply for the financial assistance schemes provided by the university and the HKSAR government. Please click this link to check for the scholarship details and eligibility.