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Flinders University Internship Programs in the United States. 2013. Topics Covered. Introduction-Who is the AIC? Program Overview Internship Experience City Information The Placement and Visa Process Academics Next steps. Introduction. Academic Internship Council Programs - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Flinders University Internship Programs in the United States
Topics Covered1. Introduction-Who is the AIC?2. Program Overview3. Internship Experience4. City Information5. The Placement and Visa
Process6. Academics7. Next steps
IntroductionAcademic Internship Council Programs Not-for-profit academic study abroad/away organization Drawing from nearly 30 years of experience Work with a wide variety of industry areas Provide assistance with resume review, interviewing skills,
professional context and support during the program Staff and Internship teams in:
New York City, Boston, San Francisco, Toronto, Singapore
Program OverviewJanuary 13 – February 23, 2013 (note updated dates)
Orientation Activities Six week internship, full-time, roughly 40 hours a week
Monday-Friday Visa Services Professional development components Orientation and cultural activities Housing Full-time on-site support and emergency assistance
Program OverviewYou can think of the program in the following way:Equal parts
Exploring and living in New York City or San Francisco
Experiencing a US WorkplaceThe internship itself
What is an Internship?Defined as:
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that exposes a student to responsibilities in a career field of interest.
short-term, academic,supervised,Practical work experience
What is an Internship? This short-term, generally unpaid experience,
will allow you to try out a job to see if it’s what you’d like to do in the future…or not!It will also give you an opportunity to experience the US workplace; the similarities and differences between the US and home.
Why an internship in the U.S.A.?Potential benefits include: Exposure to US culture and work environments Increased knowledge of global community Larger professional network New perspective on your academic, career, and personal
life goals
Hub for global commerce, finance, media, culture, art, fashion, international affairs and entertainment. It is also home to a number of non-profit, technology, and educational organizations.
About New York City
Visit major sites like Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, the Museum of Modern Art, the Bronx Zoo and Central Park.
About New York City
See a Broadway show, walk on the Brooklyn Bridge, eat a slice of NYC pizza
There is always something to do…
Participate in a subway/bus tour, walking tours of specific neighborhoods, ice skating, and trying NYC treats!
About New York City
On their own, past students have…
As part of the program…
Attended concerts at various musical venues, seen Broadway shows, visited museums, and did lots of shopping
Hub for technology, commerce, media, finance, culture, art, fashion, international affairs and healthy living. It is also home to a large number of non-profit, environmental and educational organizations.
About San Francisco
Visit major sites like: Pier 39, Union Square, Cable Cars, Alcatraz, Chinatown, the Exploratorium and Golden Gate Park.
About San Francisco
Explore other Northern California destinations like Santa Cruz, Sausalito, Monterrey or San Jose.
There are many things to do…
Participate in a city tour, visit Lucas Films, spend time in Napa and Sonoma Valley, and explore the Berkeley neighborhood.
About San Francisco
On their own, past students have…
As part of the program…
Attended improv comedy events, hiked in National Parks, visited graduate schools, and did lots of shopping
Double rooms with common kitchen and bathroom, the equivalent of U.S.-style student residences
Located in a residential neighborhood Easy access to cultural activities Easy access to public transportation Expect close to a 30 minute commute, very similar to
what locals do daily Many students have enjoyed the amount of
accessibility the cities offer.
Housing
1. Complete the program application
2. Attend pre-departure orientation (via webinar)
3. Individual meetings with AIC Discuss priorities and preferences for an internship What are you hoping to gain and what do you NOT want to do? How does this fit into your larger career goals?
4. The AIC Internship Team finds an appropriate organization for you and works with you and the employer to arrange an interview. The phone interview typically takes place 6 or 8 weeks prior to
program to give ample time for visa paperwork.
Placement ProcessBefore the Internship
Placement ProcessThings to keep in mind
Internships are contingent on employer needs and industry trends. For example, if you are hoping to have a finance internship at a bank, you should have completed finance courses or have already done an internship in the field. A big name employer does not guarantee a good experience-many small employers offer wonderful placements.Internships are competitive in both cities and employers have different needs.
Placement ProcessThings to keep in mind
Communication and coordination are very important. We expect that you will adhere to deadlines.
Students who keep a positive attitude and are flexible generally have an easier time through the placement process.
Placement is always contingent upon a successful interview so it is imperative that you prepare!
The J-1 Visa process is rigorous. It requires:
• 2 Letters of Reference
• Financial Records
• Application Forms
• Internship Location Information
Diligence in adhering to deadlines and lots of patience!
Please note that due to J-1 regulations the following fields cannot be accommodated: Medicine, Nursing, Pharmacy, Nutrition, Dentistry, Direct Child, Patient, or Eldercare
Visa Process
During Your Internship• Professional Development workshop on Making the Most of
Your Internship and Work Styles and/or Networking
• Mid-term and final review to assess progress achieved at the workplace
• Ongoing advice and support on how best to handle issues that come up during your internship
Internship ExperiencePast students have said: “It was a very good learning opportunity and it helped
widen my views and way of thinking greatly.” “I love what I'm learning from this internship placement,
even if this might not be the kind of job I want to take on in the future, the skill set gained in this internship is still highly valuable in any job I am to go into.”
“Future interns on the program may not get their ideal internships but it is still a priceless opportunity to spend a summer here in NYC so I think it is imperative to bring this message to them loud and clear.”
AcademicsYes, there is study in study abroad!
In many ways, your internship is your textbook and the city is your classroom!
Employer evaluation will be sent back to the
university to factor into any grading for academic credit
Confirm requirements before you leave campus!
Next StepsComplete & Submit Short Term Flinders Abroad
Application Form (Deadline is 31 July 2012)
Contact the Student Mobility Team at the International Office with Questions
www.flinders.edu.au/international-students/study-at-flinders/study-abroad-exchange/flinders-abroad-new/short-term-opportunities/aic-internship.cfm
And a Quick Note about Finances…
Questions?Contact Us!
Surabhi Lal, New York City Program [email protected]
Devon Howland, San Francisco Program [email protected]
Mary Hurley, Director of [email protected]
Kate Moore, Executive [email protected]
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