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February 14, 2026

Happy Year of the Horse & See you after February 24!

Our team will be taking a break during the Chinese National Holiday and the office will be closed from February 15 to February 23.

We look forward in serving our members once more starting from February 24.
Happy Chinese New Year! 🐎

February 13, 2026

How to set up your Alipay Wallet in China?

As Benelux students return to China, many struggle to pay for small expenses, as cash is rarely used and credit cards are often not accepted. Mobile payments via Alipay and WeChat Pay dominate daily transactions. Find the step-by-step guide to setting up Alipay with a foreign number and credit card, in order to fully prepare for a trip to China!

February 9, 2026

How “Direct Billing” Works for Foreigners in China

For many expats and students in China, the biggest concern isn’t treatment quality but how to pay for it. Private hospitals can require large upfront payments, making direct billing an essential feature of expat health insurance. Understanding how it works helps avoid financial strain and access care with peace of mind.

February 7, 2026

Benelux Chamber To Welcome Nearly 50 Interns in 2026 Q1

The Benelux Chamber of Commerce successfully hosted its Intern2China Bootcamp Day in Shanghai, welcoming new European students and strengthening people-to-people and professional exchanges with China.
In Q1 of 2026, the Chamber will receive nearly 50 new participants!

February 5, 2026

[WEBINAR] Internships in China: Legal Framework and Opportunities

Are you considering pursuing an international internship in Asia? The Benelux Chamber of Commerce in China invites you to a free webinar especially tailored for students from Benelux universities on Tuesday, 14 April 2026 at 17:00 CET (Teams meeting). Sign up for free through the button below!

January 25, 2026

Start your Internship with the Medical Support of Abacare!

Interns doing an internship in China must have a full medical insurance before they start their internship. How much does it cost? How does it work? Together with our member Abacare, the Benelux Chamber has put together an economic insurance option, fully tailored to international students doing an internship in Shanghai.

October 21, 2025

Experience Series – Jet IT Services with Lars

As Lars explores places outside of his home country, he has now started an internship focusing on Business Development at Jet IT Services in Shanghai! Discover Lars’ journey and learn more about internships in China.

September 29, 2025

[WEBINAR] Internships in China: Legal Framework and Opportunities

Are you considering pursuing an international internship in Asia? The Benelux Chamber of Commerce in China invites you to a free webinar especially tailored for students from Benelux universities on Tuesday, 14 October 2025 at 17:00 CET (Teams meeting).

September 28, 2025

Tuition fees 100% WAIVERED! Goobye fees, Hello opportunities!

From February 2026, Intern2China participants will be able to obtain a legal internship permit upon arrival in China, whithout having to follow mandatory Chinese classes! Students who wish to do an internship in China can now save over 1500 EUR. Check out the adjusted prices!

September 25, 2025

Benelux Chamber Organizes Free Masterclass for International Students in Shanghai

How does FDI work in China? What are some common employment regulations to take into account when landing a job in China? Those were some of the topics which were covered by Benelux Chamber member Dr. Richard van Ostende during yesterday’s Masterclass 1.

September 22, 2025

We welcomed 147 students from KU Leuven in Shanghai!

147 law students experienced an extensive China program organized by the Benelux Chamber and Fudan University. The comprehensive week-long program provided students with practical insights into China’s legal system, business environment, and governance structures.

August 22, 2025

Experience Series – Crowne Plaza Hotel with Kevin

As life continues in the bustling metropolis of Shanghai, we pay a visit to Kevin De Graauw – a student at IVA Driebergen, currently doing an internship in a luxury hotel in Shanghai. Learn more on Kevin’s tasks and the support Crowne Plaza gives to young professionals.

August 12, 2025

Experience Series – Shaohe Law Firm with Christian

We wrap up our Intern2China 2025 Spring Program interviews with Christian Loos, who spent six months at Shaohe Law Firm in Shanghai, assisting foreign and Chinese lawyers with research on legal topics like trade barriers and import tariffs.

July 11, 2025

Last Days to Sign Up for our Fall Program – Sign up now!

Are you interested in starting your career in an international setting? Are you interested in the world’s 2nd largest economy? Do you have a passion for meeting international like-minded peers? Then sign up now for our Fall Program!

July 10, 2025

Welcome to our Summer Program Intern2China Participants!

In the 2nd week of July, all I2C Summer Program participants have arrived in China. As they all together embark on launching their international careers, the Benelux Chamber of Commerce will keep supporting them! Get to know our I2C Summer Participants!

July 4, 2025

Goodbye Lucie & Friends!

Last week was the last week of our very first Intern2China applicant Lucie Dresse. After successfully completing her internship at CFL Flooring, Lucie now is on the brink of officially starting her international career path. Good riddance, Lucie!

May 16, 2025

Experience Series – Winex Machinery with Sjoerd & Joeri

Sjoerd and Joeri are originally from the Netherlands and joined the Chamber’s Intern2China program a few months ago. Since then, they’ve been interning at Winex Machinery, a valued Benelux Chamber member.

June 10, 2025

Intern2China Graduation Ceremony !

On June 10, 2025, the first cohort of Intern2China students was honored at a ceremony hosted by the Belgian Consulate in Shanghai, celebrating a new chapter of Benelux-China cooperation through cross-border internships.
Check out more below!

May 22, 2025

Experience Series – CFL Flooring with Lucie & Simon

Lucie and Simon hail from the Belgium and are participants in the Chamber’s Intern2China program. About 3 months ago, they started their internship at CFL Flooring, a proud Benelux Chamber member in Shanghai.

June 8, 2025

Experience Series – MSA Consulting with Eulalia

Eulalia comes from Spain and is currently enrolled in the Chamber’s Intern2China program. Around three months ago, Eulalia began her internship at MSA Consulting Group, a proud Benelux Chamber member since many years based in Shanghai, China.

May 23, 2025

“Intern-National Dragons” Prepare for Annual Dragon Boat Race

The participants of the 2025 Winter and Spring Program of the Benelux Chamber of Commerce went to Nantong to prepare for the 21st International Dragon Boat Race in Shanghai. Check out their TV-report!

March 24, 2025

Benelux Chamber of Commerce Hosts VIVES Delegation in Shanghai

BenCham Shanghai hosted VIVES University on March 24, 2025, for a day of seminars and cross-cultural exchange.

April 4, 2025

Experience Series – System in Motion
& Jesper Boon

Check out our first episode of the Intern2China Experience Series, featuring our member company System in Motion and Jesper Boon.

April 25, 2025

Benelux Chamber Intern2China Event Attracts Shanghai Media

The Benelux Chamber and partner chambers hosted the second InterChamber Young Professionals Mixer in Shanghai, connecting young international professionals.

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