Recruiting in Asia-Pacific

China, Hong Kong & Singapore

Prepare for internships and full-time opportunities in China, Hong Kong, and Singapore and across the region. Career Advancement supports UChicago students in building APAC careers through recruiting preparation, employer connections, alumni engagement, internships, career treks, and market-specific programming.

Interested in connecting with our students for APAC opportunities? Email Annie Bhatia at bhatiaa@uchicago.edu.

Prepare for APAC Recruiting

Attend training workshops to prepare for APAC-based recruiting and networking. Because APAC applications tend to open earlier than US or UK cycles, these sessions run earlier in the year. View upcoming sessions and register through Handshake.

November 11, 2026 | Recruiting in APAC: How Is It Different?

Learn how APAC recruiting timelines, application processes, and employer expectations differ from recruiting in the United States — including earlier deadlines and division-specific application windows.

March 24, 2027 | Building a Greater China- and Southeast Asia-Ready CV & Application

Get guidance on adapting your application materials for APAC employers, including formatting conventions and how to present international experience for Greater China- and Southeast Asia-based roles.

April 27, 2027 | Interviewing with APAC Firms

Prepare for interviews with APAC employers by learning about common interview formats, language expectations, and how to communicate your interest in working in the region.

APAC Programming

Three signature initiatives connect UChicago students to the region beyond standard recruiting — spanning technology, global expansion strategy, and entrepreneurship.

Know the Deadlines

Unlike US recruiting, APAC banks post staggered deadlines by division, often months earlier than students expect. Here's what's confirmed for the Summer 2027 cycle as of late August 2026.

Gain Hands-On Experience

The Business & Startups – Asia-Pacific Internship Program and the Metcalf Internship Program connect UChicago undergraduates with paid internship opportunities across Singapore, Hong Kong, and other APAC markets — at startups, established companies, and employers across a range of industries. Students interested in spending Summer 2027 in the region can use these programs to explore opportunities, gain international work experience, and build connections in the APAC market.

Meet Employers on a Career Trek

Experience Asia-Pacific's professional landscape firsthand through Career Advancement treks, employer visits, and case-based programs.

  • Visit organizations and learn about different industries and career paths

  • Meet professionals and UChicago alumni working across the region

  • Gain insight into workplace culture and recruiting practices

  • Expand your professional network ahead of recruiting season

Connect with APAC Employers & Alumni

Career Advancement is building connections with Singapore-, Hong Kong-, and region-based alumni, parents, and employer partners who can help students learn more about industries, organizations, recruiting practices, and professional life in APAC.

  • Alumni and employer panels

  • Mentoring and career conversations

  • Networking events

  • Recruiting guidance

  • Introductions to APAC-based organizations

Learn From Employers

Throughout the year, students may have opportunities to participate in employer presentations, industry panels, virtual recruiting events, and conversations with APAC-based professionals — designed to help students understand what it takes to compete for opportunities in the region, including division-specific timelines and application caps.

Job Shadowing

Spend time with professionals and get a short-term, firsthand look at a career, organization, or industry through Career Advancement's existing Job Shadowing Program.