Internship for 3 - 6 months in Beijing

Internship (3 - 6 months, full-time, paid) - Beijing, China

Next opening: March 2026. Apply by December 31, 2025. Sinolytics is excited to welcome applications for our full-time, paid internship based in Beijing, China.
Details

Details

This opportunity will allow you to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, gaining hands-on experience in China-focused consulting for international companies. We offer a competitive salary and valuable professional development.
Sinolytics is a vibrant consulting firm with offices in both Berlin and Beijing. We are a diverse team of experts with a shared passion for analyzing China’s development and solving complex, real-world problems. Our hybrid work environment fosters collaboration and learning, offering you the opportunity to contribute to exciting client assignments and gain first-hand experience in the consulting world.
Beijing, China
Next opening: March 2026. Apply by December 31, 2025.
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Key activities:

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Conduct in-depth research and analysis on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to geopolitics, China’s economic, industrial and technology policies, supply chains, and cybersecurity.
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Collect, synthesize, and present both qualitative and quantitative data in clear, impactful formats, assisting in the preparation of client communications and research deliverables.
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Actively participate in internal team meetings, brainstorming sessions, and professional training to develop your consulting skills.
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Collaborate with our experts to shape strategic insights and recommendations for clients.

Requirements:

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Studies in economics, political science, business administration, (Chinese) law, China studies, data science, or related fields.
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A demonstrated interest in or expertise related to geopolitics, international relations, information technology, artificial intelligence, supply chain analysis or U.S. policy is a plus.
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Strong willingness to and comfort in engaging with new topics, industries, and methodologies.
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Experience in transforming complex qualitative and quantitative information into compelling narratives and visually engaging presentations.
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Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, coupled with a passion for continuous learning and a drive to grow professionally.
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Ability to work independently and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
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Client-oriented mindset, ideally demonstrated through relevant work or academic projects.
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Fluency in English speaking and writing is essential; proficiency in Chinese is highly valued, and other languages are a bonus.

Application process:

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Required documents: CV and motivation letter (max. 1 page).
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Please indicate your availability and university affiliation. Please note that we only accept applications from students who are enrolled in a Chinese university for the entire duration of their internship.
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For non-Chinese citizens: Please indicate the validity period of your student visa and your eligibility to work off-campus. If your application is successful, we will assist you in obtaining an internship remark (实习证明) from your university.
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We offer internships within specific time slots, but we understand that schedules can vary. If our set time slots don't fully align with yours, we welcome your application and accept candidates on a rolling basis.
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We welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds and encourage you to apply. Please send your application in English to applications@sinolytics.de
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Please note: While we have defined hiring cycles, we do review applications on a rolling basis. If you happen to miss the current cycle, we still encourage you to submit your application or reach out for future opportunities.

What you can expect

Purposeful work

We tackle some of the most relevant and dynamic issues of our time — geopolitics, technology, China’s role in the world.

Flat hierarchies

We believe in ownership, feedback, and real responsibility — from day one.

Team culture

Collaborative, international, and curious. We challenge each other — and support each other.

Personal growth

We shape your future together—with individual development plans, regular feedback, and lots of trust in your ambition to grow.