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MIT International Science and Technology Initiatives (MISTI) is MIT’s pioneering international education program. Rooted in the Mens et Manus tradition, MISTI matches MIT students with tailored internship, research and teaching opportunities abroad. We also facilitate international faculty collaborations and develop partnerships with leading companies, research institutes and universities around the world.

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Africa

Arab World

Australia & New Zealand

Empowering the Teachers

MIT PeaceTech Initiative

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Our Mission

MISTI’s hands-on international learning experiences expand MIT’s international reach while helping MIT students develop crucial global leadership skills.

What We Do

MISTI fosters strong intercultural connections and advances global innovation through student internships, faculty collaborations, and partnerships with industry leaders and governments around the world.

Faculty Directors & Advisors

Each MISTI program is led by one or more senior members of the MIT faculty who set the strategic direction for the program and ensure its educational quality.

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Events

Get the details about MISTI information sessions and other events featuring thought leaders from around the world.

MISTI Excellence Awards

The MISTI Excellence Awards were created in 2012 to honor student achievement and commitment to MISTI and to global leadership.

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