Work-Integrated Learning: The Cornerstone of French Engineering Education

UTSEUS was co-founded in 2005 by Shanghai University and the French University of Technology Group (UTs). As a pioneer in Sino-European cooperative education, the institute integrates the French "Grandes Écoles" elite engineering education philosophy with the Chinese modern university system. We aim to cultivate high-end engineering talents with a global perspective, cross-cultural communication skills, and exceptional practical engineering capabilities.

At UTSEUS, students benefit from a educational model rooted in the French engineering tradition, where academic excellence and hands-on experience go hand in hand. As an integral part of their curriculum, our students complete a minimum of 20 weeks of full-time internships in companies, where they apply their technical knowledge and skills—alongside their communication and teamwork abilities—in real-world professional settings.

Working alongside specialists from diverse backgrounds, they gain valuable insights into the demands of an engineering career, refine their professional aspirations, and contribute meaningfully to complex corporate projects.

Throughout the internship, students remain under the academic supervision of UTSEUS. At the same time, each host company appoints an experienced mentor to guide the student throughout their placement. The internship concludes with an oral defense, where students present and showcase their accomplishments.

I. Institutional Strengths and Characteristics

• Sino-French Dual Degree System: At the Master's level, students can obtain Master's degrees accredited by both China and France.

• Bilingual Teaching Environment: Courses are taught in Chinese and English, equipping students with multilingual professional capabilities.

• Interdisciplinary Specializations: Covers various engineering fields including Cyber-Physical Systems, Information Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Materials Science and Engineering.

II. Internship Program Types

III. Student Profile

• Solid foundation in engineering and an interdisciplinary knowledge structure.

• Proficiency in at least two languages (Chinese, English, or French) and strong cross-cultural adaptability.

• An education background following the French engineering model, emphasizing practice and innovation.

• Many students have completed stages of study in France and possess international academic backgrounds.

IV. Cooperation Process

To ensure a smooth internship, UTSEUS provides full quality supervision and support. We request that partner companies assist with the following:

• Documentation: Submit the Internship Information Summary, signed/stamped Internship Agreements (including confidentiality clauses if applicable), and a copy of the Business License (for international student visa filing).

• Mentorship: Assign a corporate mentor for daily guidance and performance evaluation.

• Visa Support: UTSEUS will assist with filing materials for international students requiring internship visas.

• Contact: Please reach out to our Internship Management Specialist, Ms. Tang Xiaoli (Email: tang-xiaoli@shu.edu.cn).

V. Why Choose UTSEUS Interns?

• High-Quality Talent: Rigorously selected students with high learning capacity and engineering literacy.

• Cross-Cultural Collaboration: Ability to adapt to international environments and provide diverse perspectives.

• Long-term Potential: Outstanding interns serve as an excellent source for future recruitment.

• Comprehensive Management: Dedicated staff track internship quality and assist companies with administrative matters.

Contact Information:

• Specialist: Tang Xiaoli

• Phone: +86-182 1770 0337

• Email: tang-xiaoli@shu.edu.cn

• Website: https://utseus.shu.edu.cn/