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China Facilitating Program (CFP) provides the participants the opportunity to work 1-2 years as a facilitator at elementary, middle, high schools or universities in China after first go through a 4 weeks' intensive training in Chinese language and Chinese culture courses. With this paid position, participants can explore more of the Chinese culture by living among them.

【Duration】8 weeks immersive Mandarin learning (listening and speaking) + 1 week Chinese cultures discovery: China ancient cities tour + 1 year internship
【Target Audience】 International friends and young professionals who are interested in discovering China, it’s culture and values
【Housing】 International student dormitories in Beijing’s universities or apartments
【Options】 Upon Completion: Each participant will obtain a Certificate of Completion from Institute for Cultural Industries, Peking University
【CFP Highlights】
DurationProgram Includes
8 weeks
Total Chinese Boot-Camp (TCB) at one of top Chinese universities, including Peking University, Beijing Normal University, Communication University of china or other PKU’s partners:
  • Immersive Mandarin Learning (listening and speaking)
  • Cross Cultural Problem Solving Seminars
  • Interactive Discussions and Social Activities

Weekly topical discussions, including but not limited to:
  • Sino-America Relationship
  • China’s 30 Years of Reform
  • Modern Beijing: Today’s Political and Economic Systems
  • The Relationship between Central and Local Government
  • The Development of Industry and Modern Agriculture
  • Beijing’s Cultures
  • Logistics & Infrastructures
  • Understanding Chinese Customs and Traditions

In-depth Cultural Interactive Activities, including but not limited to:
  • Chinese History/Ethnic/Culture Studies
  • Chinese Calligraphy
  • Traditional Chinese Musical Instruments and Dance
  • Martial Arts: Taichi, Kung Fu
  • Beijing Opera
  • Acrobatic Performance


Field Trips & Excursions, including but not limited to:

  • Great Wall & Ming Tombs
  • Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, Temple of Heaven
  • Beijing Hutongs
  • Beijing Museums, and Sports Stadiums (including Olympic Stadium)
  • Beijing’s Tea Houses and Theatres
  • Tianjin
1 week (optional)
Chinese Cultures Discovery - China's Ancient Cities Tour:
  • Xi’an
  • Taiyuan/Tatung/Pingyao
  • Luoyang
  • Shaolin Temple
  • Kaifeng
9 weeks + 1 year
internship		After completion of 8 weeks immersive Mandarin learning + 1 week Chinese cultures discovery: China's ancient cities tour, each participant will be posted to a 1 year internship position
【2009 Program Dates】 Commences every month
1st SessionFollowing Sessions
8 weeks immersive Mandarin learning (listening and speaking)July 20th to
September 13th		Commences every month
1 week Chinese cultures discovery: China ancient cities tour September 14th to
September 20th		Date: the 3rd Monday of every month

*If the enrollment is less than 20 persons, we reserve the right to postpone the current session to the next session.

1 Year Internship

【Program Fees】$7,000 (Applications submitted before June 30th, 2010 are qualified for $3500 Chinese government subsidy)
Program Fees include the following:
  • Participant’s round trip international airfare from US to Beijing
  • China visa application
  • Room and board
  • 8 weeks immersive Mandarin learning
  • On-site airport meet-and-greet
  • An English-speaking coordinator and guide
  • Comprehensive health, accidental death and travel insurance with 24 hour assistance
  • 2 short field trips and excursions
  • 1 week Chinese cultures discovery : China ancient cities tour - Xi’an, Taiyuan / Tatung / Pingyao, Luoyang, Kaifeng, and Shaolin Temple
    • Program Fees exclude the following:

  • Participant’s personal expenses

    • We offers:
  • Pre-departure internship placement at reputable institutions
  • Pre-departure logistical support
  • China visa acquisition
  • Rent-free accommodations
  • Monthly Stipend
  • On-site airport meet-and-greet
  • An English-speaking coordinator and guide
  • Comprehensive medical insurance with 24-hour worldwide assistance
  • 1 week Chinese cultures discovery :China’s ancient cities tour - Xi'an, Taiyuan, Tatung, Pingyao,Luoyang, Kaifeng, and Shaolin Temple
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