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Unlocking Global Opportunities: My Experience with IAESTE

IAESTE (International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience) is a prestigious organization that facilitates reciprocal internships for engineering and applied arts students across 80+ countries. Founded in 1948, IAESTE aims to provide international practical experience, enhancing students' employability and cultural understanding. My personal journey in Germany included invaluable work experience, cultural immersion, and personal growth, showcasing the benefits of this global network. Join me as I share insights into the exchange process, its impact on students, and the mission of IAESTE.

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Unlocking Global Opportunities: My Experience with IAESTE

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  1. ENGLISH CHAT ! ! !Presentation Mehrdad Chapariha mehrdad@nobeno.com

  2. IAESTE • My Experience

  3. What in the world does IAESTE stand for? The I nternational A ssociation for the E xchange of S tudents for T echnical E xperience • The International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience • Pronounced: • English (int.) I-ESSTE • English (US) I-ESSTAY! • German YA-ESTE

  4. What is IAESTE International? • Founded in 1948 in Europe as a means to rebuild Europe after WWII • Facilitates exchange of technical students in 80+ countries • A RECIPROCAL exchange: for every internship located in Iran, we receive an internship abroad for an Iranian student

  5. One to One Exchange 1 IUT Student goes abroad = 1 International Student comes to IUT

  6. The Vision of IAESTE International • To provide students with practical international experience relative to their studies so they can excel in today’s global environment • To promote international understanding and goodwill among students of all nations

  7. Where is IAESTE? • Global • 80+ participating countries • National • IAESTE Iran (NC) • Local • 7 universities • Hundreds around the world

  8. What is IAESTE Iran • Founded in 2002 at the University of Tehran (Co-operating Institution) • 7 universities are participating now • Applied for Associate Membership in 2005 • Each year about 100 offers and 70 outgoing and 25 incoming trainees

  9. Benefits for Students Industry Schools Profession

  10. Benefits for Students • Prepare for global economy • Master a foreign language • Enhance employability upon graduation • Gain vital cross-cultural exposure • Improve communication skills • Grow personally and socially • Expand engineering skills and ability to practice discipline in other cultures Looking out of the box!

  11. Benefits for Universities • Gain world-wide visibility • Increase the flow of technology between the institution and industry • Foster students’ critical thinking skills

  12. Benefits for Industry • Establish ties with key universities • Gain employees with global perspective • Gain employees with language skills

  13. IAESTE IUT’s Mission: You Suggest!

  14. The IAESTE Calendar SUMMER: Iranian Student Departure LC reception of incoming trainees FALL: Job Raising WINTER: Exchange of domestic offers for international offers among the 80+ IAESTE member countries (Exchange Conference) SPRING: Nomination and Acceptance on Iranian and international interns Preparation for arrival of interns in LC areas Continuation of job raising

  15. Challenges • Reciprocal nature of the problem - must find domestic internships • The confusing and ever-changing world of visas and work permits • Keeping costs low for students

  16. Where can I go? • Over 80 member countries, expanding every year • IAESTE Iran sends students to ~30 countries each year

  17. Am I eligible? (formal criteria) • Must be: • Student at universities and Institutes affiliated to the ministry of science, research and higher education • Enrolled in engineering, sciences or applied art • Age 22-30 • Fluent in English

  18. Am I eligible? • Can you speak English? • Are you afraid of flying? • Can you live on your own? • Can you cook, wash…? • Can you manage your money? • What would you do to a negative response?

  19. Am I eligible? • What about your family? • Are you in love with someone? • Can you sleep at train station? • Are you self confident? • What would you do if your offer was canceled after you passed all steps (Khans!)?

  20. MONEY MONEY MONEY • Application fee • Airfare • Visa • Insurance • Others • Souvenir • Experience • Fare Tickets

  21. Salary • All interns are paid a salary in local currency to cover the cost of living • Vary from country to country • The IAESTE internship is not meant to be a money making venture, rather an invaluable experience of the culture and gain in work experience

  22. MONEY MONEY MONEY • My experience in Germany – 2 months

  23. Reciprocity • This is a purely reciprocal relationship – one Iranian job traded for one international job • HELP RAISE JOBS!! • Help in other aspects of the org and be involved

  24. Benefits of being a member • Members get priority placement • Members are familiar with programme • It will be a good experience even if you do not go abroad

  25. My Experience in Germany • Work • Study • Experience • Fun

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