The Department of Education Policy and Leadership at The Education University of Hong Kong arranges for students to conduct internships in educational and non-governmental organisations in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area as part of the curriculum to train students to become excellent executive managers, such as educational consultants, executive officers, project officers. During the internship period, students are responsible for executive management work in the organisations, such as human resource management, financial resource management, public relations and marketing, event planning, etc., allowing them to apply what they have learned in the classroom into practice.
Students' Sharing
My internship experience has made me acutely aware of the significant differences between Hong Kong and Mainland China. From my perspective, the most profound impact comes from cultural variations. Chinese society highly values interpersonal connections, which gives rise to team-building activities within companies. The Mainland is experiencing rapid development, particularly in the area where I worked, which is modern and well-developed. Through site visits, I gained valuable insights into how major corporations harness big data. Visiting companies like Meituan allowed me to grasp the applications of big data, technology research, and development in Mainland China's corporate landscape. Overall, this internship provided an eye-opening experience, exposing me to a wide range of perspectives and opportunities.
During my internship and visits to the Shenzhen Bei Station Innovative and Entrepreneurship Service Center for Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macau Youth, I've had the privilege of immersing myself in a diverse range of learning experiences. Collaborating with young entrepreneurs from Hong Kong, Macau, and the Greater Bay Area, I've witnessed firsthand the transformative potential of cross-cultural collaboration and innovation. Furthermore, I've gained invaluable insights into their innovative ideas, cultural backgrounds, and entrepreneurial drive. My time at the Innovation Hub has underscored the importance of embracing diverse perspectives and harnessing the strengths of different regions to foster creativity and entrepreneurship.
Acknowledgement
Source: Dr Maxwell Ho Chun Sing, Mr Martin Lam Ho Wai; Department of Education Policy and Leadership (EPL@EdUHK); for more information, please click Internship in EM BSc(EM) Programme