International Business Internship Opportunity – Finncham China (Shanghai and Beijing chapters)
FinnCham China is a premier business network supporting Finnish and international companies operating in China. We collaborate closely with the Finnish Embassy and trade promotion organisations, host events, training sessions and networking mixers, and act as a bridge for businesses in China.
What FinnCham can offer you:
- A front-row seat to international business and invaluable insight into navigating the Chinese market.
- Hands-on collaboration with Finnish corporations, diplomatic missions and local stakeholders, plus access to Finnish companies and Team Finland organisations.
- A chance to develop leadership and management skills by taking responsibility and driving initiatives independently in a dynamic, results-oriented workplace.
- Networking opportunities with business leaders, entrepreneurs and government officials.
- Involvement in exciting, impactful projects – learning by doing.
- A standout international experience for your CV.
- A vibrant community of colleagues and friends – be part of the innovative FinnCham community.
What will you do?
- Map and interact with Finnish companies and partners in China; liaise with businesses, embassy personnel and trade commissions.
- Identify business opportunities for Finnish companies across different regions of China; conduct market research and compile business intelligence.
- Support FinnCham organisation development, assist member-value projects and stakeholder engagement.
- Manage social media, website updates, data analysis, event planning and other marketing/communications activities; create materials and newsletters and support member communications.
- Organise, execute and manage chamber events.
- Handle administrative duties: documents, data entry, CRM updates, scheduling, bookings and daily office operations.
Who are we looking for?
- Current studies in Business Administration or a related field.
- Outgoing, proactive attitude with strong communication and collaboration skills.
- Independence and self-motivation; able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Business-driven, open and adventurous mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit and strong work ethic.
- Exceptional written and verbal English; Finnish and Mandarin Chinese are a plus but not required.
Note: In accordance with local visa and immigration regulations, this internship is unpaid. However, you may be eligible to apply for external grants, scholarships or university funding. Students of Helsinki School of Business, Haaga-Helia and Helsinki Business College are eligible for the FinnCham grant. Travel, visa fees and living expenses are the responsibility of the intern.
How to Apply
Send your cover letter and CV to < email deleted for security reasons > by 30 November. Please mention whether you would prefer Shanghai or Beijing.
- Email: < email deleted for security reasons >
- Deadline: 30 November
- Duration: 6 months from 1 April
- Location: Shanghai / Beijing
Scholarship requirements
The Helsinki Region Chamber of Commerce offers Haaga-Helia's degree students the opportunity to receive a FinnCham internship grant of 1 500 € per month during the internship (maximum duration of 6 months). The internship must be part of the studies of the Haaga-Helia degree student and must be worth credits. For this reason, students who have already completed their work placement, alumni, or students with a Master's degree or an open university of applied sciences cannot be accepted as recipients of an internship grant. Read more: Work placement abroad | Haaga-Helia
The FinnCham internship includes a mandatory preparatory course for Haaga-Helia students, worth 2 ECTS credits. If you have any questions, please contact Haaga-Helia Management Assistant Emmi Tuukkanen at < email deleted for security reasons >
Read the experiences of our previous trainees:
- First Steps into International Business in Shanghai — Finncham
- Suomalaisen osaamisen mahdollisuudet Kiinassa — Finncham
- Cracking the Chinese Market: Why Finnish Companies Need KOLs and Country Branding — Finncham
- Havaintoja kiinalaisesta yrityskulttuurista — Finncham
To learn more, visit finnchamchina.org and finncham.fi/internships