China-africa Internship Program: Building a bridge of friendship and Development

I. Project background

China-africa cooperation has a long history and the two sides have established profound friendship and extensive cooperation in political, economic, cultural and other fields. In recent years, China-Africa cooperation has been booming. In particular, under the guidance of the FOCAC Ministerial Declaration and its follow-up action Plan, the areas of cooperation have been expanded and the depth of cooperation has been deepened. Hunan Province has actively responded to the national "Belt and Road" initiative and is committed to building a pilot zone for cooperation with Africa, providing a new opportunity for deepening China-Africa cooperation. Chinese enterprises have an increasing demand for investment and cooperation in Africa, and the African market has become one of the important targets for the international development of Chinese enterprises. At the same time, African countries have shown great development potential in the fields of economy, society and science and technology, and the need for high-quality personnel is increasingly urgent. In this context, the "China-Africa Internship Program: Building a Bridge of Friendship and Development" came into being, aiming to promote exchanges between Chinese and African youth and promote the continuous development of China-Africa friendly cooperation. The deepening of China-Africa cooperation has also benefited from the close interaction between the two sides in the fields of education, science, technology and culture in recent years. The convening of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation and the successful practice of Chinese enterprises in Africa have built a bridge for the exchange of young people. As an important base for China's cooperation with Africa, Hunan Province has played a positive role in promoting exchanges between Chinese and African youth and enhancing the learning and practical ability of African students in China. In the future, the China-Africa internship program will make efforts in more areas, drive more resources and opportunities for young people, and contribute to the common development of China and Africa.

Ii. Project implementation unit

Hunan Xingfei Zhiyuan consulting service company

Iii. Purpose and significance of the project

The "China-Africa Internship Program" aims to promote exchanges and understanding between Chinese and African youth, provide African students with the opportunity to study and practice in China, and also provide Chinese enterprises with talents with international perspectives and multicultural backgrounds. The project responds to the requirements of the national Belt and Road Initiative and the global Development Initiative, and is committed to helping Africa cultivate talent and achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Through this project, we can not only encourage and support Chinese enterprises to go global and achieve rapid and stable development by leaps and bounds, but also strengthen China-Africa cultural exchanges and cultivate the foundation of China-Africa friendship. In addition, the program aims to enhance the vocational skills and employability competitiveness of African students by providing high-quality internship opportunities, paving the way for their career development. Through practical operations and cultural exchanges, African students can not only gain valuable professional experience, but also gain an in-depth understanding of Chinese culture and society, thus laying a solid foundation for the long-term development of China-Africa relations. African interns have trained more international reserve talents who understand Chinese products and technologies for enterprises, which will make great contributions to the development of China-Africa trade in Hunan Province, and promote the in-depth business expansion of Chinese enterprises in the African market to achieve double growth. High-quality local employees can help to more accurately assess the problems and risks in transactions, improve the level of enterprises' after-sales market services, enhance the reputation and trust of Chinese enterprises, significantly reduce the human cost of Chinese enterprises going global, and improve earnings.

Iv. Project content

(1) Internship opportunities

Arrange internships for African students in Chinese enterprises, research institutions and cultural institutions to experience China's rapid development and innovative spirit. Interns will practice their knowledge in different working environments, accumulate rich career experience, and enhance their competitiveness.

2. Cultural exchanges

Through participating in cultural experience activities, symposia and seminars, interns will have the opportunity to gain an in-depth understanding of the culture, history and social situation of the other country, and enhance their intercultural communication skills. These activities will include visits to historical and cultural sites, participation in traditional festival celebrations and interaction with local students and residents.

(3) Professional training

During the program, a number of professional skills training were organized, including language learning, project management, international trade, etc., to improve the comprehensive quality and professional ability of interns. The content of the training will be tailored to the trainee's professional background and interests, ensuring that they can acquire the most practical and effective knowledge and skills.

(4) Practical projects

Interns are encouraged to participate in practical projects during the internship, such as enterprise research, market analysis, community service, etc., combining theoretical knowledge with practical operation to improve practical ability. Interns will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge in a real business environment to solve practical problems and improve their overall quality.

(5) Mentor guidance

Each intern will be equipped with a mentor to provide career guidance and technical support to help the intern better adapt to the work environment and improve professional literacy. The tutor will have regular one-on-one communication with the intern to understand their work progress and needs, and provide targeted advice and help.

5. Project advantages

(1) In line with the direction of national policy support

The project responds to the national cooperative education and policy support for non-training, and has a high degree of policy compatibility. Through the support and policy guidance between the Chinese and African governments, the project has a good development prospect and a solid policy foundation.

(2) Make full use of the advantages of Hunan as a pilot zone for China-Africa cooperation

Hunan Province has rich experience and resources in China-Africa cooperation, and the project can make full use of these advantages. The resources and platform of Hunan Province will provide strong support for the project to ensure the smooth implementation of the project.

3. Chinese enterprises are enthusiastic about investing in Africa

With the increasing attention and investment of Chinese enterprises in the African market, the project will train talents with international vision for enterprises to meet the actual needs of enterprises. The project will help Chinese enterprises expand their business in Africa and improve their international competitiveness.

(4) Professional personnel team

We have a professional team with both feelings and technical knowledge to provide a solid guarantee for the implementation of the project. Team members have extensive experience and expertise in cross-cultural communication and are able to provide high-quality guidance and support to interns.

(5) Perfect management system

The project has a sound management system to ensure the safety and health of interns during their stay in China, and provide a full range of support and services. Through systematic management and services, we ensure that interns can focus on learning and practice, and get the best internship experience.

6. Achievements achieved in the pilot phase of the project

Since the pilot project began in Kenya in January 2024, remarkable results have been achieved: (1) Remarkable results in talent training

African interns have performed well during the internship and have been recognized and praised by the company, laying a good foundation for their future career development. After the internship, many interns are officially hired by enterprises and continue to work in China, serving as a bridge between China and Africa.

(2) Closer cooperation

The closer cooperation between Chinese and African educational and training institutions has created favorable conditions for further deepening cooperation. The successful implementation of the project has laid a solid foundation for the education and training cooperation between China and Africa and promoted the cooperation between the two sides in a wider range of fields.

3. Growing influence

The project has received wide attention and praise from all walks of life in Central Africa, and its influence is constantly expanding. The successful practice of the project has set a good example for China-Africa cooperation and attracted the attention and participation of more enterprises and institutions.

Vii. Project Outlook

"China-africa Internship Program: Building a Bridge of Friendship and Development" is not only a rare opportunity to learn and practice, but also a concrete manifestation of China-Africa friendship and cooperation. Through the implementation of the project, Chinese and African youth will become a bridge connecting the two places, pushing China-Africa relations to a new level and jointly creating a better future. With the continuous development of China-Africa relations, internship programs will also usher in a broader space for development. In the future, the project will further expand the field and scope of cooperation, strengthen cooperation and exchanges with African countries, and make greater contributions to the development of China-Africa friendly relations. We plan to extend the program in more African countries to expand the scope of benefits and promote win-win cooperation between Chinese and African youth in a wider range of fields.

Changsha China-Africa Business Chamber 

Hunan Xingfei Zhiyuan Consulting Service Co., LTD. 

July 2024