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The Cross-Cultural Internship Program (CCIP) now calls for student applications
About CCIP:
The Cross-Cultural Internship Program (CCIP) is now accepting student applications for the 2009 program. Taking place in New York every summer from May to August, CCIP is an internship program emphasizing East-West cultural exchange and is designed for students who demand both a hands-on and cross-cultural experience. It provides participants a new glimpse of another culture's approaches to business challenges and helps participants build an internationalized portfolio, and strike a balance between hard and soft skills.
Internship positions available for Summer 2009 (May 25 – July 10):
Fusia Communications
Fusia Communications, Inc. specializes in in-language, in-culture marketing, and training. A fusion of the East and West cultures, it is one of the few agencies in the US dedicated to cross-cultural communications.
Health Network Monitor
Health Monitor is one of the largest health/patient-education media company in U.S. Their mission is to facilitate the communication between patients, caregivers, doctors, and other healthcare professionals. They deliver health information to patients and caregivers in a trusted environment where they can act on that knowledge.
Yu & Associates, Inc
YU & Associates, Inc. (YU) is a diversified consulting firm with proven accomplishments in transportation, education and health care facilities and urban redevelopment for public and private sector clients. YU’s clientele ranges from institutions and redevelopment agencies to highly rated architectural/engineering firms.
Other positions:
For other positions available through the CCIP, please refer to: http://www.fusia.net/ccip/index.php?choice1=Host&choice2=5
Estimated costs for CCIP 2009:
Cost for Summer 2009 |
( In USD)* Students must show proof of ability to afford living expenses |
Placement/Program Fee* |
$650 |
Housing expenses (Flushing YMCA) |
$1,960 |
Living Expenses |
$1,500 per month (Approx.) |
Health Insurance |
$70 (Subject to change) |
Airfare |
$1778 (Based on Singapore Airlines current rate) |
Visa Sponsorship (CICD) |
$550 |
I-901 SEVIS |
$190 |
Visa Application |
$131 |
TOTAL EXPENDITURE |
$8,329 |
* The program fee covers internship placement, basic support plus a 30-min SIM card, airport pickup, training plan write-up, emergency support, activity and training.
Payment Schedule:
The first installment is due upon placement confirmation in February; the second installment is due in April.
FIRST INSTALLMENT ($770): Due upon placement confirmation in February, the first installment covers $150 of the placement/administration fee, 2 months of health insurance ($70) and the full amount ($550) of the visa sponsorship fee.
SECOND INSTALLMENT ($2510): Due right after the Consulate visit in April, the second installment covers $550 of the placement/administration fee and the full amount ($1960) for housing. For students planning to stay at University Place, the $1960 housing fee will be due by 13 February 2009.
Financial Aid/Fusia Subsidy Program:
For information on financial aid/ funding available from IRO for this opportunity, please contact us (see NUS contacts below).
Fusia will be offering qualified students the opportunity to apply for various subsidy programs. For more information on the programs available and to apply, please refer to the following link: http://www.fusia.net/ccip/index.php?choice1=Resources&choice2=6.
Selection Criteria and application procedure:
General selection criteria: Students should be either in their 2nd or 3rd year upon application, have good academic standing (CAP of 3.0 and above) and possess professional and good work attitudes.
Please refer to specific job descriptions for specific requirements and criteria.
Application procedure: Interested students may submit their applications via www.exploreinternship.com
Step 1: Make sure that you meet all the requirements (program, placement, enrollment and relevance)
Step 2: Make sure that you're financially qualified
Step 3: Discuss with and receive support from your parents
Step 4: Register an account; fill out the application form (3 parts) and upload the required documents
Registration will take place from Jan 19 to Feb 28, 2009. Many positions especially those with a stipend fill up very quickly so students are encouraged to apply ASAP.
Queries:
NUS Contacts at IRO:
Ms May Leong
Email: irolmy@nus.edu.sg
DID: 6516 1190
Fusia Communications Contacts:
Elizabeth Kay
Email: info@fusia.net
Skype: fusia_18
Joseph Smith
Email: info@fusia.net
Skype: fusia_11
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