Value of International Internships

If you are reading through this, then you obviously are showing an interest in the possibility of pursuing an international internship. I would like to really encourage you to proceed with this plan! Plenty of research has indicated that potential employers truly value skills such as intercultural competency, multicultural work experience, independence, flexibility and more. Participating in an international internship will help you to acquire all of these valuable skills and set you apart from other applicants in the job market.

Also, while we hope that all AUS students will take advantage of the opportunity to study abroad for a summer, a semester or even a year, we recognize that many are unable to do so during their undergraduate careers. Fortunately, an international internship provides many of the same benefits, plus work experience!   

Take a risk, push yourself outside of your comfort zone, embark on a great adventure! Wait and see what all of this can do for your CV and for your future career!

Wishing you all the very best!                                             

Dr. Linda Angell

Director, International Exchange Office

The  International Exchange Office (IXO) has prepared this International Internship Program Advising Guide to provide a general idea about the international Internship opportunity. For more specific advising, please visit the internship office in your department.  

Useful links:

• CEN Internship Programs
• SBA Internship Programs