I interned through Connect-123 in October and November 2011 with a financial services firm in Shanghai, China. My internship was both fulfilling and challenging, pushing me to think in new ways while learning new financial tools and processes.

As for the program itself, second to none. To summarize in one word: FAMILY. That is what you’ll get when you intern/volunteer/travel with Connect-123. This program enabled a homebody like myself to break free from the bubble of Southern California and experience the breathtaking beauty that Shanghai offers. For newcomers, do not fear, you’ll quickly adjust to the beat of Shanghai through the help of program participants that come before you. We created a family with one another, connecting in ways I would never have foreseen and will forever remember our escapades. I “connected” and made lifelong friendships that would never have been possible if I didn’t come to Shanghai. I highly recommend Connect-123 and hope you decide to partake in this once in a lifetime adventure!