Many employers require foreign job candidates to have cross-cultural work
experience as a prerequisite for hiring, so international internships are an
ideal way for novices in a field to develop a strong employment background,
learn relevant skills and know-how, add impressive material to a résumé/CV,
and to gain a valuable edge over competing candidates. Most interns are degree-seeking
students, although some people pursue an internship as a path to a career change.
Many interns plan to pursue an international career upon graduation. But even
for students who want to stay within his or her country after earning a degree,
foreign internships really stand out on a résumé/CV. A work setting
in a foreign country gives an intern another insight into the culture of the
host country, and to the global community at large.
International internships are a great alternative to study-abroad programs,
which demand at least a semester or academic year spent in the host country.
Foreign internships can be arranged for any time of the year and for shorter
durations. This makes it possible for students to gain international experience
even if they have responsibilities, financial obligations and specific degree
schedules which limit the time and resources they can devote to world travel.
Other benefits of interning overseas are similar to the ones offered by any
study, work, or teaching position abroad. Once you've decided that you want
to pursue an international internship, you will need to clearly identify what
you want and need from such an experience.
Internship programs will require that you submit a résumé/CV
and cover letter, and many will want letters of recommendation. University students
can use the Career Centre as a good resource to help get the necessary documents
together. You will of course need a valid passport. In addition, persons wishing
to attend school, university or other institutions of learning in South Africa
can obtain a study permit. The studies need not be full-time, and holders of
a study permit for higher education may take up part-time work of up to 20 hours
per week. Persons wishing to spend an academic sabbatical or conduct academic
research in South Africa may obtain an extended visitor's permit valid for a
period of up to 3 years, provided they have sufficient financial means to support
themselves during their stay. Note that there is no possibility of obtaining
permanent residence on the grounds of studies, education or research.
Useful addresses
Environmental Science Associates Hands on project experience for interns wishing
to broaden their knowledge and experience in the field of environmental http://www.internabroad.com/listingsp3.cfm/listing/56765
Global Internship Placement Agency Internship placements in all study ranges.
Most offered positions are in the business areas like Marketing, Sales, Finance.
http://www.internabroad.com/listingsp3.cfm/listing/36551
International Internship & Volunteer Network Independent & PreMed Internship
& Volunteer Programs with the International Internship & Volunteer Network
http://www.internabroad.com/listingsp3.cfm/listing/17196
General Internship Resources
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