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Why Intern Abroad?
The Challenges
When to do an International Internship
International Internship Checklist
Informative Sites
Search Engines for Jobs or Internship
Sites of Possible Opportunities
Selected Internships
International internships provide you with an opportunity to experience another culture in an in-depth and exciting way. Such an experience can give you invaluable preparation for a career in the 21st Century globalized marketplace. International Internships give you the unique opportunity to:
- Find out what it is like to work in a specific field and in a different culture.
- Learn about a country, its culture, its language and how to use this knowledge for your future.
- Make contacts with professionals from other parts of the world in a field of your interest.
- Strengthen your resume. In this era it is becoming increasingly important to demonstrate to potential employers your ability to function with many different peoples and cultures.
When looking for an international internship, keep in mind how it will fit into your future goals. Will an unpaid internship working with Americans in a U.S Embassy do as much for your French as working in an ice cream shop in Paris? Be sure to understand what you want to gain from your experience.
It takes longer to find as internship abroad, so start planning 6-12 months in advance. In order to get the most out of your experience, it is important to understand these challenges and make the best of them. Common obstacles include:
- Visas and Work Permits: Each country has its own laws and regulations for allowing foreigners to work. It is of the utmost importance that you fully understand and comply with these regulations. Check out www.travel.state.gov for more information.
- Cultural Differences: Cultural differences are exciting and provide many opportunities to learn, but they can also be frustrating and difficult to overcome. You will want to make sure that you’re comfortable with the general practices of the country you want to travel to. For more information on “Making the Transition” visit:
• Escape Artist
• European Employment Services
• Living Abroad Magazine
• Lonely Planet
• Riley Guide-Websites on Living & Working Overseas
- Language Barriers: Language barriers can provide an ample opportunity to learn but can also be a major road block in enjoying your internship. Be certain that you are comfortable with the level of foreign language proficiency that your job requires.
- Housing: Finding a place to live can also be a problem. Your employer may be able to assist you in finding residence, but if they are not you will have to research this information on your own. One place to check out is Craigslist which has listings for various countries.
- Costs: Costs of travel are not typically covered by your employer. Luckily, there are many grants and similar opportunities that can assist you in meeting your financial needs. Visit our Funding Page for more information on how to fund your internship.
- Summer is the most popular time to participate in an international internship. It is best to start searching early for summer internships. Because of visa and clearance issues, it will often take many months to process all important documents. Therefore, deadlines will often be earlier. The time before and during Winter Break will often be your best opportunity.
- If you are studying abroad, you may be able to find internship opportunities that coincide with your schoolwork, or follow up on your term abroad. Find out if your study-abroad program has an internship component.
1. Get Started
2. Explore Your Options to Find the Right Experience for You
• Ascertain what you want to get out of your international experience, whether it is language skills, cultural and work experience, etc.
• Research to learn more about careers and cultures. Check out Kiss, Bow, and Shake Hands in the Career Center Library as well as the “Informative Sites” located below.
• Develop a list of contacts to begin networking and connect with JHU alumni using InCircle.
3. Develop and Execute an Internship Strategy
• Determine what types of employers you will target.
• Meet with a career counselor to help you plan. (Call 410-516-8056 to schedule an appointment)
• Research JHU special internship programs and grants for funding.
Informative Sites:
Going Global-World-wide internship listings, job openings, industry profiles and country-specific career information. Connect through your J-Connect Account
Current Jobs International (Username and password in J-Connect)
Transitions Abroad
International Center
U.S Dept. of State, Travel
Center for International Education
International Affairs Resources
One Small Planet: International Work, Study, Volunteer & Travel Resources
International Center, Work Abroad
IEPassport
University of Minnesota Learning Abroad Center
SAIS International Job Resources Link
Foreign Labor Certification Data Center
International Studies Association
Women in International Security
American University Web Resources for Teaching Abroad
The Riley Guide
Search Engines for Jobs or Internships:
Worldwide:
CDS International
Global Impact
International Opportunities Program
Cross Cultural Solutions
Escape Artist Overseas Job Resources
Global Careers
Global Experiences
Global Gateway
Idealist Nonprofit Internships
IES Abroad
Intern Abroad
International Jobs
Jobs Abroad
Overseas Jobs
International Co-Op Opportunities
Monster International
USAID
Europe:
Euro-Graduate
Euro-Jobs
Job Ware
Internships in Europe
Australia:
About Australia
Australian Employment
Latin America:
Latin Trade
Sites of Possible Opportunities:
Center for International Trade
Council on International Educational Exchange
International Business Directories
U.S Embassies
Volunteers for Peace
Work To Learn - Learn to Work in France
World Chambers of Commerce
(Also check out the directory in the Career Center Library!)
World Trade Organizations
World Vision
UN Internships
Other UN Internships
Selected Internships:
Always check for listings on your J-Connect Job and Internship Board as well the NIC Consortium, located on the "Jump-To" Tab in your J-Connect Account. Keep in mind this is just a brief sample of internships to get you thinking about possible internships abroad.
UNCTAD Internships
CTBTO Internships
UNIFEM Internships
ECLAC Internship Program
UN Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization Internship
UNFCCC Internship Program
International Computing Centre Internship Program
International Trade Centre Internship Program
NATO Headquarters Internship Program
INSTRAW Internship Programs
UN Office at Nairobi Internship Program
OAS Student Intern Program
Internships at the UN Office in Vienna
UN Population Fund Internships
UN Systems Staff College Internships
World Food Program Internships
United Nations Commission on International Trade Law Internships
International Fund for Agricultural Development
International Labour Organization Internships
International Telocummunication Union Internship Program
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