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

Term Year Deadline Arrival Date Departure Date
Fall Quarter 2026 05/15/2026 Mid-Sept Mid-Nov
Winter Quarter 2026 09/01/2025 Mid January Mid March
Spring Quarter 2026 12/01/2025 Early April Late May
Summer 2026 01/15/2026 Mid June Late August

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.

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Academic Details

Students will enroll in the following courses.

  1. OGWI 188: Intercultural Communication (1 or 4 credits)
  2. OGWI 488: Internship (8 credits)  

Note: The two courses above are online and asynchronous, and there will not be any in-person lectures. Students can choose the number of credits to take Intercultural Communication for after program acceptance. To learn more about the courses and see how they can potentially apply to your degree, visit the GlobalWorks Courses and Credits page. 

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. 

Budget and Price

Globalworks Internship in Hong Kong, China

2025 Summer

Program Fees Paid to GEO
Tuition & Fees (9 or 12 credits) $6,272
Housing $3,602
Other Estimated Expenses
Estimated International Airfare $1,800
Estimated Food and Personal Expenses $2,200
Estimated Local Transportation $300
Estimated Travel Nurse/Immunizations $50
Estimated Visa Fees $50
Total
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $14,174

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Upon Acceptance into Program

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable deposit. Deposit is refunded if student is not initially accepted by the provider
30 – 130 days before program start

Student is responsible for $3,500 of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Less than 30 days before program start

Student is responsible for 100% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

2025 Fall Quarter

Program Fees Paid to GEO
Tuition & Fees (9 or 12 credits) $5,019
Housing $3,806
Other Estimated Expenses
Estimated International Airfare $1,800
Estimated Food and Personal Expenses $2,200
Estimated Local Transportation $300
Estimated Travel Nurse/Immunizations $50
Estimated Visa Fees $50
Total
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $13,840

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Upon Acceptance into Program

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable deposit. Deposit is refunded if student is not initially accepted by the provider
30 – 130 days before program start

Student is responsible for $3,500 of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Less than 30 days before program start

Student is responsible for 100% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

2026 Winter Quarter

Program Fees Paid to GEO
Tuition & Fees (9 or 12 credits) $5,019
Housing $3,806
UO Study Abroad Fee $500
Insurance $175
Other Estimated Expenses
Estimated International Airfare $1,800
Estimated Food and Personal Expenses $2,200
Estimated Local Transportation $300
Estimated Travel Nurse/Immunizations $50
Estimated Visa Fees $50
Estimated Cost of Obtaining a Passport $150
Total
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $13,840

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Upon Acceptance into Program

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable deposit. Deposit is refunded if student is not initially accepted by the provider
30 – 130 days before program start

Student is responsible for $3,500 of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Less than 30 days before program start

Student is responsible for 100% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

2026 Spring Quarter

Program Fees Paid to GEO
UO Study Abroad Fee $500
Tuition & Fees (9 or 12 credits) $5,354
Insurance $175
Housing $3,926
Other Estimated Expenses
Estimated International Airfare $1,800
Estimated Food and Personal Expenses $2,200
Estimated Local Transportation $300
Travel Clinic & Pre-Departure Physical $50
Estimated Visa Fees $50
Estimated Cost of Obtaining a Passport $150
Total
Total Estimated Cost of Participation $14,665

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Upon Acceptance into Program

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable deposit. Deposit is refunded if student is not initially accepted by the provider
30 – 130 days before program start

Student is responsible for $3,500 of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Less than 30 days before program start

Student is responsible for 100% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

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