miisp info session
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Originally presented on Friday, September 24th during the 2010 Michigan International Internship and Service Program Information SessionTRANSCRIPT
Michigan International Internship and Service Program (MIISP)
Information Session Fall 2010
Education Abroad
Program Overview◦ What you can expect to get out of
MIISP◦ Eligibility◦ Expectations of participants◦ Application Process◦ Important Dates◦ Answers to FAQs
MIISP Alumni Presentations MIISP & Beyond Any questions?
Agenda
To provide students with resources and support for finding an international internship or service opportunity.
To provide students with information and resources on available funding sources through U-M offices
To provide information and share expertise to ensure an experience that is educational and rewarding, including keeping students apprised of safety and health issues.
Objectives of MIISP
To provide a structure to share experiences with students with similar interests before, during, and after going abroad.
To provide opportunities for students to reflect and evaluate the impact of being abroad, personally and in relation to their future goals to maximize their total experience.
Objectives of MIISP
Phase
1
• Prepare to go abroad through individual advising and workshops that take place throughout the academic year.
Phase
2
• While abroad, participants maintain a blog about their experiences.
Phase
3
• Upon returning, students act as “peer advisors” for the next cohort of MIISP students!
What is MIISP?
Students must be: Undergraduates Interested in an internship or service
program during Summer 2011 Returning to campus in Fall 2011 Excited to meet and support fellow students Able to fulfill the expectations of MIISP
Eligibility
Attendance at workshops throughout both Fall/Winter semesters
Attendance at individual advising sessions with International Center staff
Willing to put forth effort into finding a placement & funding
Maintain a blog while abroad
Participation in Fall 2011 post-internship/service project activities.
Expectations of the Students
Application information will be coming soon. We hope to have the application available on our website. As soon as we have the application process solidified, an email will be sent to the MIISP listserv describing the process.
Application Process
• Beginning of October (TBA): Application Deadline
• Thursday, Oct 21st: International Opportunities Fair
• Thursday, Nov 4th (First session): “How to Find an Int’l Internship”
Upcoming
Important Dates
Frequently Asked Questions
No, we cannot guarantee you an internship or service placement.
We will work you with to the best of our abilities to assist you in achieving your goal
Am I guaranteed an internship or service placement?
There is no cost to participate in the on-campus program. However, there are costs associated with doing an internship abroad (e.g. transportation, lodging, food, etc)
Most internship & volunteer placement programs charge a fee, but that typically includes living expenses.
Self-arranged internships will have similar expenses
Are there fees involved with participating in MIISP?
Yes! Please look closely at the
proposed dates and times of the sessions before determining whether you’d be a
good fit for this program!
Is attendance required at
the workshops?
There’s not one set number!
Depends how we think individuals would benefit from our program
How many students are chosen each year?
Bill Nolting: [email protected] Nelson: [email protected] D’Angelo:
734-647-2299 (Kelly Nelson, Int’l Center)
Contact Information