Professional Internships in the United Kingdom 2010

  England

• Brighton: 
Brighton
• London: 
London
• East England: 
Ipswich
• Surrounding London: 
Essex
• North West England: 
Lancashire,  Blackpool,  Liverpool
• South East England: 
Southampton,  Cuckfield
• South West England: 
Bristol
• Yorkshire & the Humber: 
York,  Yorkshire

Term: Throughout the year 

Description: This program is designed for undergraduate or graduate university students or recent graduates with the appropriate skills from all sectors. We offer a wide variety of internship placements. The minimum time needed for this program is 8 weeks and it is possible to intern for as long as 6 months.

Highlights: Practical international work experience in your field of interest; An opportunity to broaden your perspective and world view; An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities; Memorable travel experiences with the opportunity to see sites you have always dreamed about; The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe; A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume, exhibiting your diligence, independence, and inter cultural experiences; A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications:
- You must be at least 18 to 30 years of age.
- For US passport-holding citizens (and Green Card Holders):
oYou must be a current full-time student taking at an accredited US college or university, or a recent graduate, beginning your program within 12 months of your graduation date.
- For non-U.S. and non-Canadian passport holding citizens: if you are able to obtain your own work permit or working holiday visa, we can pre-arrange your placement and accommodations. Unfortunately, we cannot assist those who are unable to acquire work permits for the UK.
- Minimum duration is 8 weeks and maximum is 6 months; preference given to applicants that can work for 6 months.
- You must have access to a minimum of USD 1500. This minimum amount does not have to be entirely in cash - travelers checks, ATM, and debit/credit cards may also be presented. You are required to show that you have immediate access to funds via bank accounts or parental help.
- Enjoy working with and serving others in a busy, fast-paced environment.
- Open to foreign cultures and living abroad.
- High level of responsibility.
- Dedication to the full term of commitment.

Cost in US$: USD 2350 for 8-12 weeks. Contact Cultural Embrace for cost of addtional weeks.

* Housing Assistance
Cultural Embrace will pre-arrange accommodations for the duration of your stay based upon your budget and preferences. Single and shared rooms in student residences are available. Housing costs are not included in program fee.

* Visa Assistance
Cultural Embrace will arrange your work permit for you, provided that you are a US or Canadian citizen (other nationalities must arrange their own work permit). The fee to receive your work permit is NOT included in your program fee. Although we submit the information for your work permit/visa, we have no control nor the ability to guarantee government issuance and/or visa availability.

* Arrival Orientation
Upon arrival, your orientation will provide you with pertinent information regarding local transportation, banking, and safety. You will also receive tips on travel, communications, and social and outdoor activities. Finally, you will be familiarized with the code of conduct and expectations for your internship.

* Travel Insurance: Basic Major Medical Coverage
Our policy provides basic emergency medical coverage. Cultural Embrace highly recommends additional travel insurance.

* Cultural Embrace Kit
Useful tips, advice, and information to prepare you for the amazing adventure of living and working abroad.

* Full-time Representation
Cultural Embrace provides representation in the United States and the UK & Ireland prior to, during, and after your placement.

Salary / Pay: all internships unpaid

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel to England Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Cultural Embrace's Mission Statement: Our mission is to encourage people to recognize and appreciate cultural diversity. We believe that visiting a place firsthand allows one to truly experience the authenticity of a culture and develop his/her own impressions. Our goals are to provide quality service and opportunities for people to explore their world and enlighten their eyes, mind and heart. Traveling is a reciprocated flow of communication and interaction between people...the more you seek, the more you learn. "Discover the Similarities - Share the Differences"