OUTBOUND PROGRAM
We are glad that you have decided to apply for the IAESTE program! The application will gather information about your biographical and academic background, as well as what you are looking to gain from an international internship experience. We have tried to make the application process simple and straightforward, but please do not hesitate to email us via united_states_outbound@iaeste.org with any questions about the online application or nomination process.
Eligibility
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- Enrollment:Applicants have to be enrolled at an accredited four-year U.S. university in a full-time Bachelor’s, Master’s or Ph.D. program during the application process OR you are a recent graduate (<1 year after graduation) of such a program. International Students (non U.S. nationals) are welcome to apply as well under the same conditions.
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- Academic Standing: Applicants should have attained junior-level standing or above by the time the internship begins. Sophomores may also apply, but should include some relevant internship or lab experience as part of their application. Graduating seniors and recent graduates (start date of internship must be within one-year of graduation) are only eligible for work authorization in certain countries, and are encouraged to speak with the program team before submitting an application.
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- Major: IAESTE is mainly focused on internships in technical fields of studies, including, but not limited to, all engineering fields, computer science, architecture, natural and physical sciences, or agricultural sciences, but we also provide internships in other areas on an occasional basis.
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- Age: Applicants are typically between the ages of 19 and 30, but non-traditional students are encouraged to contact united_states_outbound@iaeste.org about eligibility.
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- Language: Applicants must be fluent in English, as all IAESTE internships are conducted in English.
Application Checklist:
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- Online application (Tip: You may log into, edit and log out of your application at any time until you have clicked on the “Submit” button. Once an application has been submitted, it is considered final. Please make sure to click “Save” in each section you edit before exiting your application to ensure that all data is saved.)
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- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
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- University transcript
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- Proof of enrollment including expected graduation date (the Office of the Registrar should be able to provide this letter)
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- List of relevant courses (this can be a Word document listing each course title and description from the syllabus)
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- Letter(s) of recommendation
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- Portfolio (Architecture students only)
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- Copy of the picture page of your passport
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- Registration fee of USD 100
Please note: Official documents (letter of enrollment, transcripts, and letter(s) of recommendation) can be scanned and uploaded to your online application. Letters of recommendation must be on letterhead and hand‐signed by the recommender. Letters of recommendation should come from a professor or supervisor with knowledge of your work in your field of study.
Nomination & Selection Process
Nomination occurs in five stages.
1. Application: Interested students must apply to the program through the online portal.
2. Internship List: All available internships can be accessed in our online portal. Internships are updated daily, with a peak of new internships available in the period February – April each year.
3. Selection: IAESTE United States reviews each applicant’s internship choices alongside their application. One student is nominated (selected) for each position. As IAESTE is a competitive program, not all students will be guaranteed a nomination. Flexibility regarding internship location and dates, advanced coursework within your major, and previous internship/research experience will increase your chances of being nominated for an international internship position.
4. Nomination: Students who want to be nominated for an international internship will be required to submit the USD 1150 program fee upon deciding to accept the nomination.
5. Final Review: Once the student has accepted the nomination, their application is sent to IAESTE in the host country so that the company can conduct the final review of the application to confirm that the student is a good fit for the position.
Important Dates:
Students can apply to international positions year round. In order to be considered for positions limited to U.S. applicants, students must submit applications by January 1st.
Fees
- USD 100 registration fee (non-refundable) due when the student submits their profile for online verification.
- USD $250 application fee per offer (non-refundable) due when the student submits their application for a particular internship position. (up to 2 applications possible)
- USD $900 acceptance (partly refundable) once the student is accepted for the internship
- Health insurance: To ensure coverage throughout the internship duration, outbound IAESTE participants must have health insurance which is valid in the receiving country. The costs of the health insurance should be covered by the intern. Interns will receive more information on options from the receiving country during the visa process.
- Travel costs: Participants are responsible for purchasing their own airfare and any fees associated with the visa application.
Refund Policy
Students are eligible for a refund of USD 650 (part of the acceptance fee) in case they don’t get a visa or due to unforeseen circumstances (eg. pandemic)