Spring 2014 NYU London Internship Program · London Internship Program Spring 2014 . Academic Internship Programs Introductions • Keisha Taffe, Office of Global Programs • Lindsay

Academic Internship Programs

NYU London Internship Program

Spring 2014

Academic Internship Programs

Introductions

• Keisha Taffe, Office of Global Programs • Lindsay Unger, Office of Global Programs &

Wasserman Center for Career Development

• Marisa Vacchi, EUSA

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Agenda • Introductions • Defining the Academic Internships • Benefits of Interning Abroad • Who is EUSA? • Internship Program Overview • Compensation • Placement Process • Commitment • Considerations • How to Apply?

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Defining the Academic Internship • Internship (Placement) component

• 2 credits upon completion

• Internship Seminar and Fieldwork course • 2 credits upon completion • Complement the placement component • Emphasis on immersion within local context

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Benefits Interning Abroad

• Cross-cultural skills and sensitivity

• Understanding the local business context

• Well-rounded immersion experience

• Additional work experience for your resume

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Who is EUSA?• Not-for-profit study abroad organization

• Partner with universities and colleges to provide

internship placement opportunities

• Partnership with NYU in London, Paris and Madrid

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Program Overview Program Dates: January 22 – May 24, 2014 Internship Dates: February 3 – May 2, 2014 15.5-week program, including: 11-week internship, (2 full days per week) • Internship orientation • Support services • Internship Seminar/Fieldwork course

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Compensation• Unpaid Internships • Interns are eligible for

Wasserman Center Global Internship Grant • $1000 scholarship awarded

upon internship completion • Online application • 3.0 GPA for eligibility

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Placement Process

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Placement Process

• Placement Meeting Prep • Online registration form

• Resume CV

• Industry Research

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Considerations• Time Commitment

• Placement hours – 16 hours minimum

• Internship Seminar and Fieldwork course

• Flexibility • Internship Placement • Course Scheduling

• Visa Requirements • Must have Tier-4 Visa (approx. $500)

• Financial Commitment • Withdraw Penalties

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How to ApplyOnline Application Available Now • Personal Statement • Resume Important Dates: • October 7 – Applications Due • October 21 – Notification Date

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Questions? Contact: Keisha Taffe, Global Programs Email: [email protected]