Hangzhou

• Overview
  Country: China

  Population: 9,188,000 (Metro area 21,521,000)

  Time zone: China standard time (UTC+8)

  Languages: Mandarin Chinese

  Currency: Renminbi (yuan; ¥) (CNY)

  Drives on the: Right

  Calling code: +86

  Official website: http://www.hangzhou.gov.cn

  Best for:

  Cutting-edge technology

  Culture

  Adventures

  IT

  Hangzhou is often referred to as the "Silicon Valley" of China. This is where innovation and technology are taken to new levels, companies are born overnight and disruption is mainstream. Think of some of the internet giants from China; Alibaba, TenCent, Xiaomi - you can find them in Hangzhou. But Hangzhou is so much more than that! It's beautiful scenery, old canals, tea fields and renowned cuisine. It's the smaller, more livable cousin to Shanghai. 

  Hangzhou was also the 2016 host of the G20 Summit - effectively putting the city on the map for international policies and business exchange. To see where technology and innovation is headed, get yourself to Hangzhou and learn first-hand. Through our partner, Hutong School, you can find internships in Hangzhou in IT, marketing, gaming, business development and much more. By combining your work experience with an up-and-coming location like Hangzhou, you are sure to set yourself apart and be noticed. 

   

  Get in touch with Hutong School today to find your dream internship in Hangzhou! 

   

   

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  Examples of internships in Hangzhou
  Marketing and Strategy intern	Garment designer intern	Digital marketing intern
  Merchandise assistant intern	Marketing and business development intern

   

   

  ​Apply now to start your internship in Hangzhou

   

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• Student Life

  

  Living in Hangzhou is the perfect opportunity to experience the old and new China in an exciting combination. Spend your workday in the thriving business district, go for after hour drinks in the newly developed shopping area, and spend the weekend visiting the beautiful lake and stroll through the old town. 

  For longer trips, venture out to the nearby water towns, montain villages and tea plantations. This is city life with nature close-by, giving you much needed rest and energy after a busy week. Even with just 1-2 hours, you can be deep into the green forest with just the sound of birds and rustling leaves around you. If you want to live in a big city but cannot imagine spending several months away from nature, Hangzhou can provide you with the perfect combination. 

  You can expect to find some trail blazers in Hangzhou. It's still not a common internship destination for foreigners so the ones you do meet will be interesting, open-minded and with a keen eye on the future. Perhaps you will be inspired to start your own tech company once you are there? With Hutong School, you will benefit from frequent cultural activities and networking opportunities. The team in Hangzhou are well connected with the start-up scene and often set up events where the two worlds meet. 

   

  Get in touch with Hutong School today to find your dream internship in Hangzhou! 

   

  Did you know?

  Examples of internships in Hangzhou
  Marketing and Strategy intern	Garment designer intern	Digital marketing intern
  Merchandise assistant intern	Marketing and business development intern

  ​

  ​Apply now to start your internship in Hangzhou

   

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• Practical Information

  Hangzhou has its own airport and is also connected to Shanghai with bullet-train, meaning that Hangzhou is easily accessible both from within China and from abroad. The city itself is interconnected through a vast underground metro system - one of the fastest expanding in the world with new lines opening up on a regular basis.

  The climate in Zhejiang province is mild and humid, with warm summers and cool winters. It never gets really cold here but due to the humidity you may feel more comfortable with a jacket in the winter months. The climate is one of the main reasons why Hangzhou is so green and fresh all year round. 

  Hangzhou is also one of the first places in the world to go cash-free. You can now do everything with your mobile; taking the subway, paying for grocecies, partying, taking a taxi, etc. With the widespread usage of WeChat and Alipay, people in Hangzhou see no reason to carry cash around. Even credit cards are a rare sight but don't worry, as soon as you arrive someone can help you set up your own WeChat to get you started. 

   

   

  Get in touch with Hutong School today to find your dream internship in Hangzhou! 

   

  Did you know?

  Examples of internships in Hangzhou
  Marketing and Strategy intern	Garment designer intern	Digital marketing intern
  Merchandise assistant intern	Marketing and business development intern

  ​

  ​Apply now to start your internship in Hangzhou

   

  	Read More about this Destination...