Brussels School of Governance
The BSoG internship program provides a great opportunity to take knowledge from coursework and apply it in a professional setting. Both ‘single’ internships worth one academic credit and ‘double’ internships worth two academic credits are available.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Business, communication, foreign languages and literatures, history, international/global studies, law/criminal justice, mathematics, social sciences and visual and performing arts
Semesters Available
Fall, spring and full year
Masaryk University
Intern with a local company or organization as part of the CzechMates program and gain valuable global knowledge. Engage in meaningful work experience and develop intercultural communication in a real-world professional setting.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Advertising, public relations, strategic communication, journalism, social justice, sports communication, business, marketing, international relations, and policy
Semesters Available
Fall and spring
Technische Universität Dortmund
The university’s flexible teaching assistant internships are open to all education majors. The schools that students will work with are dedicated to building lasting relationships in order to share their experiences and knowledge with future educators.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Elementary education and secondary education
Semesters Available
Fall and spring.
American College of Thessaloniki
Obtain hands-on experience and course credit while working for a local organization by enrolling in the Business Internship course. Placements are available in local community NGOs, agencies and organizations that provide services related to healthcare, education, and more.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Business
Semesters Available
Fall, spring and full year
London Metropolitan University
Gain insight into your future career field during a 6-week, 70-hour, credit bearing professional experience. Available for most fields of study, university staff will find an appropriate placement and prepare you to tackle a work-based challenge.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Available for most fields of study
Semesters Available
Fall, spring and full year
NMIT Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology
All internships are credit bearing and are integrated into a full semester of on-campus study. Students need to have a background in their chosen subject area in order to be eligible to participate, except for internships in Tourism.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Tourism, viticulture & winemaking, aquaculture & marine conservation, information technology, and sports & recreation science
Semesters Available
Fall, spring and full year
University of Waikato
The University of Waikato offers internship opportunities through InternNZ where students have the option to earn academic credit while developing invaluable cross-cultural professional skills and gaining hands-on experience.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Available for most fields of study
Semesters Available
Fall and spring
Universidad Alfonso X el Sabio
This English Teaching Assistant International Internship program offers native-level English speakers the opportunity to gain experience in teaching English as a Second Language. Students may intern as a teaching assistant in Madrid or Asturias.
Fields of Study Accommodated
Elementary education and secondary education
Semesters Available
Fall, spring and full year
To see other available options, visit our Program Finder and check “Internship” under filters.
Academic Training in the United States
Students studying abroad in the United States have the opportunity to participate in an Academic Training Internship. Academic Training must be directly related to your field of study at your ISEP host institution and can take place anywhere in the United States. You will be asked to submit a letter from an academic advisor explaining how the training relates to your studies, an offer letter from your employer, the Student Payment Form and an application form signed by your host ISEP Coordinator.
Many ISEP students do Academic Training after their program so they can remain in the U.S. longer and gain full-time work experience. However, if you wish to work during your program, you may be authorized to work up to 20 hours per week. Internships for credit are also considered Academic Training according to the law, so if you are interested in this kind of opportunity, speak to your ISEP Coordinator when you arrive. Semester participants can work up to four months; full-year participants can work up to nine months; and graduate degree students can work up to 18 months.
When can my Academic Training begin?
- Once your application for Academic Training is approved, you can begin any time during your placement. If you prefer to start after you finish your program, ISEP must receive your application two weeks prior to the program end date on your DS-2019, and you must begin working within 30 days of the program end date on your DS-2019. If your job is during your semester, we must receive the DS-2019 two weeks before the start of your employment.
How do I find a position?
- Most universities have career centers that list available positions. Your host ISEP Coordinator, departmental bulletin boards and professors in your field of study are other sources of information. Many students are also successful in finding work using online resources such as LinkedIn. Be proactive in your networking and begin looking for work early in the semester.
How do I apply?
- Click here for information on employment in the U.S. Next see your ISEP Coordinator for an Academic Training application. Requests must be received at the ISEP Global Office two weeks prior to the end date on your DS-2019 or two weeks before the start of employment, whichever is sooner. Applications that are incomplete or received after the deadline will not be considered. Apply as early as possible so your sponsorship status may be maintained without interruption.
How does Academic Training affect my visa?
- You remain in the same visa category (J-1 exchange visitor) during the period of your Academic Training. Once you finish your training, you must return to your home country.
What are the costs involved?
- There is a $150 processing fee for Academic Training for applications received prior to the two week deadline. For applications received between one and two weeks before either the start date of employment, or the end date on the DS-2019, a $200 fee will be assessed. If the position is unpaid, and you are participating after your exchange, you must prove you have sufficient funds to support yourself during the period of your training. You are also required to continue your ISEP health insurance enrollment during the academic training.
Can I apply before I leave my home country?
- No. You can only begin the process once you are in the U.S. and after you have received an official offer of employment.
Examples of past Academic Training positions
| Field of Study | Position | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Anthropology | Archeological Aide | Center for Archeological Research |
| Architecture | Designer | STL Architects, Inc |
| Arts | Photography Camp Intern | School of Art, Design and Art History San Diego State Univ. |
| Biology | Research Intern | Environmental Protection Agency |
| Business | Financial Advising Intern | Merryl Lynch |
| Business | Public Relations Intern | Ball Memorial Hospital |
| Business and Management | Marketing Intern | Chicago Symphony Orchestra |
| Chemistry | Lab Assistant | Department of Chemistry - Western Illinois University |
| Communications | Video Production Coordinator | Cable News Network International |
| Computer Engineering | Intern | Microsoft Corporation |
| Engineering | Research Assistant | Intelligent Information Engineering Systems Laboratory |
| Environmental Science | Bird Handler and Data Collector | Burrowing Owl Project Grand River Grassland - South Dakota |
| Geography | Urban Planning Intern | City of Denver Community Planning/Development Dept. |
| History | Museum Studies Intern | United States Holocaust Museum |
| Languages | Youth Mentor Intern | Refugee and Immigration Services |
| Political Science | Legislative Intern | Alaska Legislative Internship Program |
| Psychology | Resident / Psychological Advisor | University Towers – San Diego State Univ |
| Tourism | Recreation/Hotel Attendant | Hyatt Regency Mission Bay Spa and Marina |
