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BASF is a German chemical company and is the largest chemical producer in the world. It has the research and development (R&D) centers all over the world. One of them is in Shanghai where more than 2000 people with different backgrounds work there. Industrial research focuses on commercialization and the products are for making profit. Your experience working in BASF benefits you to work in chemical industry in the future and possibly earn you a career in BASF after graduation.
The Department will send THREE undergraduates to BASF, Pudong for a three-month internship. The exact internship period will be decided by an agreement between the student and BASF.
Financial Support
| 1. | The Department will cover the round-trip flight ticket to Shanghai or up to HKD3,500 per capita, whichever is lower. |
| 2. | Accommodation and meal expenses in Fudan University is provided. |
Application Timeline
| Late January | Deadline of submission of application form |
| Mid-February | Interview with short-listed applicants |
| Late February | Successful applications will be informed |
| June – August | Internship at the BASF Pudong (3 months) |
Reimbursement
Student must keep the flight ticket to Department for reimbursement.
Student Obligation
| 1. | Student should submit a written report which summarizes the summer research work. |
| 2. | Per requested by the Department, student will be asked to promote future exchange programme. |
If you have any queries, please contact Dr. Donald Chan.
Non-credit-bearing local internship program is available to Year 2 and Year 3 Chemistry major students. This program is established to:
- Enhance students’ understanding of the careers they are interested in;
- Equip students with the essential skills for future careers;
- Provide opportunities for students to practice in the real-world environments and providing a platform of connection between recruiters and students.
Financial Support
The internship organization may provide subsidy to students.
Application Timeline
| Late February | Briefing |
| Mid-March | Deadline of application form submission |
| Late March | Interview by the internship provider |
| April | Successful applications will be informed |
| May – August | A minimum of 8 weeks of work |
Student Obligation
| 1. | Student should submit a written report which summarizes the summer research work. |
| 2. | Per requested by the Department, student will be asked to promote future exchange programme. |
If you have any queries, please contact Dr. Donald Chan.