Work Placement programme

If you study engineering, science or applied arts…
And you want to obtain international, paid practical experience in your field…
Then, you want to do an IAESTE placement!

Some of the benefits of using IAESTE:

  • Stand-out to potential employers – make your CV shine!
  • Over 80 countries to choose from
  • Expertise and over 60 years experience sending 4000 trainees every year
  • Gain practical experience in real work environments, including: Industry, Research Institutes, Universities, Consulting firms, Laboratories, Local Government
  • Support with practical arrangements (i.e. work permits, visas and accommodation).
  • Organised cultural activities and excursions with IAESTE all over the world
  • Make new friends and become acquainted with a different culture.
  • Professional contacts - the building blocks of tomorrow's world
  • Obtain up to date technical knowledge
  • Improve language, social and communication skills
  • Increase in confidence and utilise your “survival skills”
  • Enjoy living and working in another country.

Duration

Most placements are for 6-12 weeks during the summer, but longer term placements, up to one year, are also available throughout the year.

Eligibility

  • Enrollment: You must be currently enrolled Full-time in a Bachelor's or Master's degree at the time of application.
  • Language: You must speak very good English. While most positions only require English, foreign language skills are desirable - Some placements require other languages in addition to English.
  • Age: You must be between the ages of 19 and 30.
  • In which country to apply: You should apply with IAESTE in the country where you are studying.

For more information how to apply for an IAESTE traineeship abroad, contact the IAESTE office in your country (link to “country” tag where all countries are listed).