2010 THINKCHINA APPLICATION
COLLEGE PROGRAM
MEMORANDUM: Welcome to the 2010 ThinkChina Summer Internship Program
Dear Parents, ThinkChina is the leading internship placement program for students interested in gaining unique working and cultural experience in Asia. ThinkChina creates and administers programs which allow your son or daughter to explore and gain valuable experience while promoting self-discovery in regards to their future. ThinkChina Program Directors are looking forward to getting to know the 2010 student applicants and assist in making this one of the best summer experiences! ThinkChina staff has gone through extensive preparation and diligence to set up one of the foremost programs focused on internships in China. ThinkChina's flagship program places students in summer internships in Shanghai, China. Our Program Directors and English-speaking staff are extremely familiar with the challenges abroad and are prepared to make the transition as seamless as possible. Please remember that each country has its own customs that may differ with those of the United States; China is no different. Since our Program Directors will be reviewing the application to match your child with an internship, we request that you ensure it be complete and accurate. The checklist (Section 1) is included for your convenience. Deadlines can be found on our website (www.ThinkChinaGroup.com). We look forward to welcoming your son or daughter to the 2010 Summer Internship Program! ThinkChina
SECTION ONE

APPLICATION CHECKLIST
Select a session (click one of the circles): Summer Session I - Shanghai, China (Jun 18 - Jul 23)
Deadline: Apr 10, 2010

Summer Session II - Shanghai, China (Jul 30 - Sep 3)
Deadline: May 22, 2010

Application form - personal information, program contract [Reminder: sign agreement] $50 non-refundable application fee - you will receive an email invoice upon receipt of your application This is an electronic form which can be filled in with Adobe Acrobat Reader and emailed directly to admissions. Be sure to carefully read Program Policies (www.thinkchinagroup.com/policies.aspx) before signing waiver on page 3 of application Please email the application form to admissions @thinkchinagroup.com to ensure a space is saved for you. All other items can be mailed to: ThinkChina Admissions, PO Box 7775 #21095, San Francisco, CA 94120-7775 The admissions process begins once all items have been received.
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REFERRALS (this section is optional)
How did you hear about our program? Web Search Counselor Family
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Please list any friends or family who may wish to receive our brochure. Name Email Phone

Friend Referral Other

PERSONAL INFORMATION
Name Address City,St,Zip Citizenship
SECTION FOUR

Cell phone Email T-Shirt Size

Birthday (mm/dd/yy) Male Female

PARENT INFORMATION
Mother Address City,St,Zip Occupation Employer Work Phone Home Phone Cell Phone Email Father Address City,St,Zip Occupation Employer Work Phone Home Phone Cell Phone Email

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COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
School Name Address City,St,Zip First Major Second Major yes
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Entry Date Year in School School Type Minor Language Courses no

Graduation Date GPA (out of 4.0) School Phone

I authorize ThinkChina to validate the academic information provided on this application with my University or College.

WORK EXPERIENCES, VOLUNTEER, ACTIVITIES
You should begin your list with the activities requiring the most amount of time commitment (work, volunteer, school activities, sports, clubs).
Description Years Participated Time Commitment (per week) Positions / Awards

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PERSONAL STATEMENTS
This application combined with an interview with one of our ThinkChina Admission Officers will assist us in matching your profile with the corresponding internship. Send in your application before the deadline to ensure sufficient time to place you in a suitable internship. Interest Statements 1. Why do you want to join the ThinkChina Internship Program? (max 150 words)

2. Please tell us about the type of position you would seek in a summer internship. Please elaborate on what your expectations are. (max 150 words)

3. Have you ever been abroad? If yes, please describe your experience. (max 150 words)

Language Statements (this better matches you to the right internship) 1. Please rate your spoken Mandarin Chinese. none beginner 2. Please rate your written / reading Mandarin Chinese. none beginner 3. Do you speak any other languages (besides Mandarin Chinese)? If yes, please list.
SECTION EIGHT

intermediate intermediate yes

advanced advanced no

ROOMMATE MATCHING QUESTIONNAIRE
Please select all adjectives that can be used to describe yourself. There are no wrong answers as this is used to determine a compatible roommate. Introverted Extroverted Reserved Outgoing Smoke
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Studious Flexible Talkative Quiet Don't Smoke

Organized Disorganized Night Person Morning Person Heavy Sleeper

Spontaneous Patient Artistic Independent Light Sleeper

Other (specify below)

ASSUMPTION of RISK, WAIVER of LIABILITY, and INDEMNIFICATION AGREEMENT

We (parent / guardian and student) have read the ThinkChina Policies and understand ThinkChina's rules and expectations. We specifically understand that the full program tuition is due within one week of receipt of invoice, and that ThinkChina will not reserve a spot in the program until payment is received in full. We understand that ThinkChina or its agents have the right to dismiss the participant and we may incur extra costs due to returning home early without refund of program tuition, should the participant be found in violation of these rules. We signify our willingness to abide by the Terms & Conditions set by ThinkChina if selected to particpate. These can be found on our website (www.thinkchinagroup.com/policies.aspx). Failure to abide by these conditions may result in immediate dismissal. This agreement comprises the full and complete agreement between the participant and ThinkChina and cannot be revised, except in writing, by ThinkChina. This agreement will come into effect when the completed application of the participant is approved by ThinkChina. Participant and parents shall indemnify and hold harmless ThinkChina, its successors, heirs and assignees, directors, officers, affiliates, partner corporations and respective representatives from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, damages, liabilities, lawsuits and other proceedings, judgements and awards, and costs and expense (including but not limited to reasonable attorney's fees) arising directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, out of any action done by or caused by the participant. We agree that all information provided in the application is true to the best of our knowledge and that any falsifications of information may lead to immediate dismissal from the program. We give ThinkChina permission to use any written, photographic images, or videos of me in the course of reporting on and/or promoting ThinkChina's programs. Signature: Student Date (mm/dd/yy) Signature: Parent* Date (mm/dd/yy)
*Parent signature required if student is under the age of 18. By typing in your signature, you are agreeing to all the terms in the above agreement.

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