Owing to the spread of the disease related to novel coronavirus in Hong Kong and to reduce the risk of infection, it is understood that most organisation would take the precautionary measures by maintaining limited service and suggesting employees to work from home. In order to provide more time for you to understand the program details and prepare the application, the deadline will be extended from 24th February 2020 to 4th March 2020.
The program aims at inspiring local business school students to contribute their knowledge and expertise to non-profit organizations through internship. The ultimate goal is to enhance their appreciation of Corporate Social Responsibility so as to equip these future business leaders with a broadened understanding of the community.
We are celebrating the 10th anniversary of the program this year. It is an important milestone and special moment to all the participating organizations, partners and interns. The 10th anniversary organizing committee, formed by the alumni, is planning a series of celebration campaigns. Your participation is important to the success of the program.
Program Details
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Internship Period |
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From July to August 2020 (Total: 160 hours) |
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Number of NGOs |
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40 agencies |
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Capacity |
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80 full-time Year 1 to 3 undergraduates majoring in business studies, from the universities in Hong Kong. Two interns will be placed in each organization. |
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Subsidy to NGOs |
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HK$3,000 for each organization (providing 2 internship positions), payment will be arranged by HKCSS at the end of the program. |
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Student Allowance |
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HK$6,000 for each intern (payment will be arranged by HKCSS) |
Interns are recommended to assist NGOs in the following areas:
- Network Building: assist in liaison work of volunteers, event and community activities organizing as well as database management that helps to strengthen partnership between NGO and other sectors; or
- Brand Building: promote and extend publicity of the NGO (e.g. production of promotional materials, video production, social media management and liaison work etc.), that enhance public awareness of the organization in the community; or
- Fundraising: assist to organize or participate in fundraising activities for donor database expansion; or
- Support daily routine of Social Enterprise business.
*Priority will be given to NGOs which could provide learning opportunity related to the interns’ business knowledge and relevant skills.
Program Time Table:
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Description |
Dates |
Content |
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NGO Application |
22nd January – 4th March 2020* |
Please kindly refer to the Application Memo for the program details and fill in the Application Form online |
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Result Announcement |
Mid- March 2020 |
NGOs will be notified individually for the result |
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Intern Interview by NGOs |
18th -26th April 2020 |
Intern Interview arranged by NGOs at NGO offices or service units |
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Launching Ceremony |
June 2020 |
40 NGOs and interns participating in the CIP 2020 are invited to attend |
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Recognition Ceremony |
October 2020 |
40 NGOs and interns participating in the CIP 2020 are invited to attend Award for Excellence will be presented on the same day as recognition. |
*Owing to the spread of the disease related to novel coronavirus in Hong Kong, the NGO Briefing Session which has been scheduled for Thursday, February 6, 2020 was cancelled. The NGO briefing presentation deck will be sent to you upon request.
The application deadline will be extended to 4th March 2020. For enquiries, please contact Ms. Lilian WONG (Tel: 2876 2437, E-mail: [email protected]).