IFSA - Summer Remote International Internships

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Acquaint yourself with the professional culture of another country while establishing an international network of colleagues, wherever you are, with an IFSA Summer Remote International Internship. Whether placed in a family-owned business, non-profit organization, start-up incubator, or community group, this credit-bearing, project-based internship will enhance your ability to navigate a global, multicultural business world. We will work one-on-one with you to find the best-fit placement based on your personal background, skills, and goals—with opportunities in nine countries and a wide range of industries, we are sure to identify something meaningful for you.

The IFSA Summer Remote International Internship is an ideal opportunity to fulfill your institution’s international education requirement in a time when international travel may not possible. Or if you have already completed a study abroad program but were unable to participate in an on-site internship, our remote internship program gives you an additional opportunity to strengthen your understanding and skills with your original host culture, or perhaps with another country and culture altogether.

PROGRAM DETAILS

IFSA offers a wide array of competitive, remote internship placements in a variety of industries and worldwide locations. Students will complete at least 120 total hours in their placement throughout the term, and participate in the online International Internship Seminar every week.

• A part-time internship option of 15 hours per week plus the online International Internship Seminar is worth 3 U.S. semester credit hours and is available year-round.
• A full-time internship option of approximately 30 hours per week plus online the International Internship Seminar is worth 6 U.S. semester credit hours and is available only during summer sessions.

Internships are jointly supervised by your internship site supervisor and the International Internship Seminar instructor, and coordinated by the host country’s resident director.

Placement Industries: A wide range of internship industries are available and may include: Agriculture and Natural Resources, Arts and Culture, Business and Trade, Education and Social Services, Financial Services, Health Services, Government and Law, Information Technology, Leisure and Hospitality, Media and Communications, and Transportation and Utilities.

Placement Locations: Your placement’s office will be located in a country such as Argentina, Australia, China, Czech Republic, India, Italy, Mexico, Peru, or Spain.

Language: A majority of internships will be with English-speaking organizations. However, specific placements may require competency in Italian (Italy), Spanish (Latin America and Spain), or Chinese (China). Students interested in non-English speaking internships should have completed at least four semesters of the required language, or the equivalent, or have demonstrated proficiency in the required language.

Application Procedure:

STEP 1: Investigate Programs

Use the Program Finder to explore the more than 100 IFSA study abroad program options. For guidance selecting the best program for you, call 800.858.0229 or schedule a 15-minute consultation with our Engagement Specialist.

STEP 2: Apply to Study Abroad with a Specific Program

When you find the right program, select Apply Now. You will create an account in the IFSA Student Portal, following the instructions to provide additional information as requested. Based on the program you choose, you will have a dedicated IFSA Program Advisor to help you through the application process. The application wizard will populate with items that you can get started on right away.

STEP 3: Complete Application Items

Be sure to complete all of the application items no later than your program’s deadline. Your home university may have internal deadlines as well, so be sure to check with the study abroad office.

STEP 4: Submit Your Application

Once all application items in the portal are complete, your IFSA Program Advisor will process your application and let you know about how long an admissions decision will take.

Every application will require the following:

• An official transcript for all college and university work you have completed to date.
• A passport valid for six months after your program end date.
• Program approval from your home university.
• Additional items based on the program you choose.
• Some programs may require an academic recommendation from a professor.