Turku University of Applied Sciences / USA Internship Program (USAIP)

Application Deadline: November 14, 2008
Program Start: May 2008
Duration: 3-12 months
Program Fee: $1,000
University Contact: Lotta Ylitalo, International Office
Frequently Asked Questions

This program places qualified students from the Turku University of Applied Sciences in internships throughout the United States in business-related and technical fields. Small groups of students travel to the U.S., attend a group orientation upon arrival, and begin their respective 3-12 month internships at the same time in one of the eligible placement fields. In order to participate, participants must be enrolled or have recently graduated from the university. The program fee is $1,000 per participant. A reduced fee of $650 is available for students who do not need placement services.

Responsibilities of:

Participant:

• Contact Lotta Ylitalo at the International Office to discuss your interest in and eligibility for the program (Lotta.Ylitalo@turkuamk.fi or +358 50 5985 813)
• Submit a complete application to Lotta Ylitalo by the application deadline
• Participate in a phone interview with CDS and, if requested, with your potential host organization
• Pay $1,000 program fee, after telephone interview
• Pay health insurance fee of $40/month.
• Review Internship Placement Plan from host organization, sign, and send back to CDS
• Attend appointment at a local U.S. Consulate and pay the Consular and SEVIS fees.
• Secure housing in the U.S. (CDS will offer tips)
• Arrange and pay for your flight to and from the United States, as well as any additional transportation costs within the United States.
Represent your home country in a responsible way

CDS International:

• Support students in filling out all CDS application materials, including drafting of American-style resume
• Screen students for eligibility and conduct telephone interviews with students prior to their acceptance into the program
• Locate appropriate 3- to 12- month internship position at a U.S host company in the appropriate field and keep students updated on the progress of the internship search.
• Collaborate with host organization to develop a customized Internship Placement Plan (U.S. government requirement for all J-1 visa holders)
• Provide and review all J-1 Visa application documents and requirements, including Form DS-2019
• Arrange health insurance
• Conduct orientation seminar for all participants in New York City
• Provide continuing assistance and in-country support for the duration of the internship

Turku University of Applied Sciences:

• Designate a university staff member as a main contact for CDS
• Make USAIP information and program materials available to students, as well as answer initial questions about the program.
• Collaborate with CDS to pick an appropriate group start date in early May and to decide on program parameters
• Ensure a minimum number of qualified students apply for each start date
• Review Applications prior to submission to CDS International and prescreen applicants

Program Fields:

CDS sponsors trainees in the following program fields:

• Business: general administration / marketing / sales / advertising / public relations / finance / consulting
• Technical Fields: engineering / material sciences / information technology / logistics / multimedia / graphic design / architecture / interior / design
• Other Fields: Placement may be available on a case by case basis

Application:

Thank you for your interest in the Turku University of Applied Sciences USA Internships Program.

Please read the program overview carefully for detailed information about the application process, internship placement, health insurance and compensation, as well as the orientation requirement. The application timeline offers a comprehensive overview of the application process.

Please contact Lotta Ylitalo at the Turku University of Applied Sciences International Office at lotta.ylitalo@turkuamk.fi to discuss your interest and eligibility. Once you have spoken with her, you may download and submit the application to her.

Apply to the Program