Earn and learn with paid TEFL internships in China

03 October 2025 • China

Famed for deliciously spicy food, statuesque mountain views, and adorable panda patrons, the Sichuan province could expect a large percentage of the 200 million visitors annually who visit the capital city of Chengdu.

But seeing the sights isn’t the only reason people visit – many come for TEFL internships in China!

So, what is so special about this paid TEFL internship? Find out today and get ready to apply!

Learn to teach English in China

If you are considering teaching English as a foreign language, there are many jobs and voluntary positions to choose from.

But for aspiring teachers, TEFL internships, China-based or otherwise, could be the ideal solution.

Unlike a teaching placement, which generally assumes English teachers have some experience to rely on, internships are designed specifically to support those who are new to the profession.

They can include extra support through orientation, training upon arrival, and Mandarin lessons, and even shorter, one-semester placements. Enough to give you a decent insight and some experience for your CV, but not as long as the full year which can seem a lot to sign up for as a novice.

Benefits of paid TEFL internships in China

As well as training, support, and shorter durations, there are many other benefits that TEFL teachers can consider when looking at beginning their new career path. This includes:

• Monthly and flight allowances

Enjoy RMB 6,000 per month and, upon the completion of your internship, a RMB 3,000 contribution to your flights home.

This means that while you are learning and honing your new teaching skills, you can enjoy a great lifestyle and enjoy things like travelling to see the gems of the region and eating out.

• Carefully controlled weekly schedule

Instead of a full list of weekly classes, you’ll teach a maximum of 15 hours per week – leaving you plenty of time to reflect, plan, and even watch other teachers.

• A full cohort

With around 100 interns per semester, there will be plenty of people in the exact same position as you.

This is both reassuring and gives you access to a built-in support network that you can chat, socialise, and study with.

• A choice of start dates

Whether you have home commitments or need to finish school, you can choose between a late February or August start date – whichever suits you best.

Plus, with support with your legal work visa and reimbursement of up to RMB 2,000, you don’t need to worry about the arrival process.

• A vast array of internship locations

Choose from a vast array of locations in the Sichuan province – leaving you free to select the one that is near the sights or landscapes you want to explore the most! This includes:

• Chengdu
• Guangyuan
• Nanchong
• Bazhong
• Dazhou
• Ya’an
• Deyang
• Suining
• Guang’an
• Meishan
• Ziyang
• Leshan
• Neijiang
• Zigong
• Yibin
• And more!!

To find out more, contact the experts at TEFL UK

If you have a bachelor's degree (in anything) and are considering teaching English abroad, but have yet to gain any real teaching experience, paid TEFL internships in China are an ideal solution.

Bite-size, supportive, and ideally situated in the soaring Sichuan province – you’ll have everything you need to thrive in teaching, no matter what country you end up in!

To ask any burning questions or start the process, contact the TEFL UK team today by emailing [email protected] and we’ll help however we can. With 60,000+ happy customers in over 100 countries, being TEFL UK alumni is a very special – but not very exclusive – club!