Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Freshman or Above
Location: Asia, China, Hong Kong
GPA: 2.75

Program Overview

Location Overview:

Hong Kong is perhaps most well known for its population – it is a sprawling city with the largest number of skyscrapers of any city in the world as well as one of the most densely populated. Well-known as a key financial center in Asia and the globe, the location as a port city has allowed commerce to thrive and for Hong Kong  to regularly be one of the top ten locations for imports and exports.

More than just the urban environment there’s plenty for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy too, from sandy beaches to mountains and sprawling parks. If you take to the roads, though, take note: drivers use the left lane in Hong Kong. It’s one of the many ways the longstanding influence of the United Kingdom remains, even decades after the city gained independence. 

What is GlobalWorks?

GlobalWorks internships are personalized internship programs that bring you out of the country, and into the workplace. We connect academic study with real-world experiences by providing full-time international internship opportunities to UO students in various career fields. Working with local professional internship providers in locations around the world, we provide individualized placements for UO students. Students earn UO credits and life-changing work experience in a different culture. Immerse yourself in a new city, earn UO course credits, and gain professional experience with a GlobalWorks internship.

Internship Career Fields:

Why Intern in Hong Kong?

Completing an internship in Hong Kong allows students to gain valuable experience in one of the world's leading commercial centers and a major powerhouse in Asia. The city's skyline represents opportunities and success, driven by key industries such as financial services, trading and logistics, tourism, and professional services. Additionally, the technology sector and the creative industries are rapidly growing. Hong Kong's vibrant skyline, contrasting neon-lit skyscrapers with centuries-old temples, provides an inspiring backdrop for hands-on, high-pressure work and networking. During your free time, you can explore bustling night markets, enjoy dim sum breakfasts, and hike the Dragon’s Back on weekends. Hong Kong combines world-class professional experience with rich cultural immersion and unbeatable urban energy.

Dates and Deadlines

TermYearDeadlineArrival DateDeparture Date
Winter202609/01/2025Mid-JanuaryMid-March
Spring202512/01/202503/29/202505/24/2025
Summer202501/15/202506/21/2025*    08/16/2025*
Fall202505/15/202509/27/202511/25/2025

*Specific start/end dates for this program vary slightly by provider and will be added to your individual itinerary after being accepted. Please contact your advisor for more information or with questions.   

How to apply: 

Apply to UO GlobalWorks International Internship programs by clicking the “Start an Application.” You can open an application to view all the materials you’ll need before you submit. Late applications may be accepted based on position availability but note that for some terms and locations the program can be very competitive. After review by the University, students will need to interview with our third-party provider for final acceptance. For more information, view the full GlobalWorks application steps here. Note that you only need to submit one application per term for GlobalWorks and can identify alternate locations within the application. 

This program is less than 90 days. Students with a US passport traveling to this location do not require a travel visa for this program. 

If you are not a US Citizen: Notify your GlobalWorks Advisor. Students who are not US citizens should contact the consulate in their country of residence about visa requirements, no matter the duration of the program of study.

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Housing Description

Students in Hong Kong will stay in shared accommodations located in safe and vibrant neighborhoods such as Olympic, Hung Hom, Prince Edward, and Sung Wong Toi, all within walking distance to a nearby train station and a 30–60-minute commute to internship placements. Each student will have a private, air-conditioned bedroom and will share common spaces—including the bathroom, kitchen, and laundry facilities—with up to two other tenants. Some residences may also include access to amenities such as a gym, playroom, or reading room. All housing comes with high-speed Wi-Fi, bedsheets upon arrival, basic weekly housekeeping, and 24/7 security. Private studio upgrades are available for an additional fee if requested at least eight weeks prior to the program's start date. Note that housing may vary from term to term and from provider to provider.