I came to China to get a real image of a country I knew nothing about. I really wanted to avoid the tourist trips in a hurried two week stop off on an oriental tour. TTC offered the best way of doing this. It’s really not the China I was expecting, not the Kung Fu Panda scene of idyllic villages and ox drawn karts but mental busses, deep fried Sea Horse and friendly taxi drivers who take the Highway Code as a bit more of a guide.
It’s a totally different culture, and it’s all incredible. Of course you have to be open-minded, but if you can manage that, the whole experience will be one of the best you will ever have.
Testimonials
Taught Middle School in Miyun
United Kingdom
Patrick Bernard
Patrick Bernard
Taught Middle School in Miyun
Intensive Mandarin in Beijing
Germany
Johannes Deselaers
Johannes Deselaers
Intensive Mandarin in Beijing
I really wanted to learn some Chinese and even though it was just one month it was really worth doing it.
From not knowing anything before it’s a great feeling to be able to know so many words and have a conversation now. I really want to continue on and feel I have a good foundation to work from.
We had a few teachers, with classes separated into speaking and pronunciation. The teachers are well trained and I can see that because we were able to have conversations by the end of the course. We also became really great friends with the teachers.
Taught in Nanhai
United Kingdom
Seòna McKechnie
Seòna McKechnie
Taught in Nanhai
The TTC staff, as well as being a truly fantastic bunch of people, put themselves out to help you when you have a problem. They are very accommodating and I’m glad I had that support behind me. My school was incredible and if I could take it home with me, I would! The teachers were extremely friendly and the students are affectionate and inquisitive. Everybody wants to be your friend and learn English from you.
Teacher
Canada
Camilla Wind
Camilla Wind
Teacher
I loved Vietnam, the people and the culture. It's an amazing country.
When I got here I didn’t know what to expect but that anxiety was quickly extinguished.
The staff was incredibly helpful, I met some great friends from both local and overseas and thoroughly enjoyed my placement where I got to teach a bunch of enthusiastic kids. The program truly was worth every penny I spent.
Intensive Mandarin in Beijing
Germany
Christian Schütt
Christian Schütt
Intensive Mandarin in Beijing
I think studying Mandarin at training centre is a very good introduction to the Chinese language as you are able to achieve quick success.
I had three teachers taking care of me in different areas which made it a very effective way to learn.
I had a great time there and the teachers are all really nice people who treated me like a friend.
Taught in Ningbo
Ireland
Amanda Smailes
Amanda Smailes
Taught in Ningbo
The feeling of satisfaction when a child in the classroom gives you that look of totally understanding what you are telling them is very fulfilling.
China in itself is a crazy but wonderful and beautiful country. I have had the pleasure of visiting some wonderful cities and meeting some wonderful people. All the people here are very friendly and they make the experience even more special.
The TTC staff have been amazing and are always on hand for any issues or questions I have had. I have made some lifelong friends here whom I met during the orientation week in Beijing
Finance Intern, Beijing
Australia
Yang Li
Yang Li
Finance Intern, Beijing
As a finance intern, I was able to gain invaluable insight into China’s growing economy and maturing financial system.
It really is an exciting place to be. IES Global was a great gateway into China.
This is a program I would recommend to anyone looking for some real experience in China.
Sales Intern in Beijing
Spain
Jose Arce
Jose Arce
Sales Intern in Beijing
CIP found an internship to match my personal characteristics. They placed me in a small company, which I prefer because I can learn more and get the “real” Chinese experience. I have great workmates that help me every day in my job.
I would like to thank the CIP staff for giving me personal attention for all my necessities. They helped me find accommodation, start my life in Beijing, organize activities, getting me involved in the country. I recommend this program to anyone who is looking for a new cultural experience.
Media Reporter Intern in Beijing
Sweden
Sofia Grovall
Sofia Grovall
Media Reporter Intern in Beijing
Travelling as the only foreigner in a group of 20 Chinese reporters from different media gave me an exclusive insight on China through the eyes of a reporter, an experience which in today’s society I consider being priceless.
Through the internship I visited places like Shanghai, Hangzhou, Wenzhou and Suzhou to mention a few, and practiced my skills as a reporter when interviewing important people at press conferences and events taking place throughout the journey.a what they are talking about.
