Overview
International internship experiences are a great way to grow professionally as well as gain cultural competency and further personal growth. Engaging in professional development abroad can help set you apart in the global job market even when applying for jobs domestically. Most large engineering, technology, and defense firms operate internationally and have offices and clientele across the globe. It is recommended students work with their major specific advisor and faculty mentor when deciding if an opportunity is right for them.
All students interested in applying to any of the listed programs are encouraged to meet first with the International Engineering Program Manager.
CECS International Engineering Program Manager Appointment
Academic credit for an international internship may be possible. Students are encouraged to review the following website and check with their major department regarding process, policy, and approval.
US Department of State
The US Department of State offers two different programs for students interested in being involved in the foreign affairs mission. The first is their general internship program offered summer, fall, and spring semester in DC or abroad. This is a paid opportunity.
The second program is merit and need based. The U.S. Foreign Service Internship Program requires two consecutive summer internships with the (1) in Washington DC & (2) at an Embassy or Consulate abroad.
Eligibility
- US Citizen
- Junior (60) or Senior (90) by credit hours or Graduate student
- 3.2 GPA or higher
Recommended Majors: Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Information Technology. All majors are accepted.
Student Internship Program
https://careers.state.gov/interns-fellows/student-internship-program/
U.S. Foreign Service Internship Program
https://careers.state.gov/interns-fellows/us-foreign-service-internship-program/
Tata Power
UCF has signed a landmark agreement with Tata Power in Mumbai, India to providing funded internship opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. Tata Power will provide interns with housing, meals, and a stipend.
Eligibility
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Junior (60) or Senior (90) by credit hours or Graduate student
- 2.75 UCF GPA or higher
Recommended Majors: All CECS majors are encouraged to apply.
Application Guide: This opportunity uses the IECS Common Application. Interested applicants should read the IECS Internships Application Guide and prepare the relevant materials prior to initiating an application.
Application Cycle: Summer 2025
Deadline: January 19th, 2025
Siemens Energy
SIEMENS Energy in Erfurt, Germany has project-based internships available for students. These opportunities are in collaboration with University of Applied Sciences Erfurt.
Eligibility
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Junior (60) or Senior (90) by credit hours
- 2.75 UCF GPA or higher
Recommended Majors: Varies by project. Mechanical, Industrial, and Electrical Engineering have general relevancy.
Application Guide: This opportunity uses the IECS Common Application. Interested applicants should read the IECS Internships Application Guide and prepare the relevant materials prior to initiating an application.
Application Cycle: Summer 2025
Deadline: November 29, 2024
MDC Power
MDC Power in Erfurt, Germany has project based internships available for students. These opportunities are in collaboration with University of Applied Sciences Erfurt.
Eligibility
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Junior (60) or Senior (90) by credit hours
- 2.75 UCF GPA or higher
Recommended Majors: (forthcoming)
Application Guide: This opportunity uses the IECS Common Application. Interested applicants should read the IECS Internships Application Guide and prepare the relevant materials prior to initiating an application.
Application Cycle: Summer 2025
Deadline: November 29, 2024