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Notes from the Field

Recent MEng graduate Warut Suksompong, now a PhD candidate at Stanford, publishes two papers from time in Germany
Germany
Internship
EECS student Michael McGraw teaches STEM concepts in Regensburg, Germany
Global Teaching Labs
Internship
Mechanical Engineering student Titan Hartano explores supply chain management at Jacobs University in Bremen
Germany
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GTL students in Regensburg, Germany teach STEM modules in Physics, Biology and Chemistry
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Chemical Engineering major, Larissa Kunz, researches chemical heat storage in Germany
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Brain & Cog junior Andy Liang challenges his German at Max Planck in Teubingen
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The Big Bang Theory in Germany: Global Teaching Labs student Dmetri Hayes spent three weeks in Lübeck
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Yinfu Chen (EECS) researches hand gesture recognition using low-cost infrared sensors
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EECS student Beth Hadley refines software to analyze music in Munich
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MechE student Ian Tolan explores engineering excellence at a Bavarian Mittelstand firm
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Application

While our typical priority deadline is December 1, we are accepting 2020-2021 applications on a rolling basis.  We recommend that you contact us when you apply. 

Submit MISTI application, pre-interview questionnaire, resume, and meet with program manager.  Contact Amanda Tragert (program assistant) to schedule your meeting.

Dates and duration

Summer internships are 10-12 weeks, and longer opportunities are available for 6+ months. 

Eligibility

Open to all MIT undergrads and graduate students.

Requirements

GPA 4.0 or better.
Two recommendation letters.
Relevant experience (UROPs, internships, etc.).

Language

Undergraduate students: minimum two semesters of German or equivalent, with a strong recommendation for at least four semesters (preference will be given in placements to students with four or more semesters). 
Graduate students: no language requirement.

Culture Courses

Strongly recommended:

Fall 2020

21G.417 - Cultural Geographies of Germany: Nature, Culture and Politics

21G.412 - Advanced German:  Literature and Cultures

Spring 2021

21G.410 - Advanced German: Communication for Professionals

 

You can find more information about German language and culture classes on the main German Studies website.

Stipend

Students receive a living stipend for airfare, food, and accommodation.

Preparation

Students must attend MISTI preparation & training sessions (four in the month of April) and a checkout meeting with the program coordinator or manager. 

The Global Teaching Labs (GTL) program offers a unique opportunity for students to teach STEM subjects in German high schools in January.

Application

See GTL deadline here.

Timeline

January (IAP)

Eligibility

Open to MIT sophomores, juniors, seniors and grad students in all disciplines.

Language

Priority may be given to students with German language background, but is not a requirement.

Requirements

GPA 4.0 or better
Teaching experience and strong interest in education

Stipend

Students receive a stipend for travel costs. Accommodation is provided by host families or university dorms.

Preparation

Once selected to participate, students must attend Global Teaching Labs training sessions and a checkout meeting with the program coordinator.

In collaboration with the MIT Global Education Office and German Language Department, MISTI advises students about the best exchange programs based on their interest and skills.

MISTI Study Abroad

Learn more about MISTI study abroad opportunities.

Year-long study abroad undergraduate scholarship

Apply for a year-long undergraduate scholarship from the DAAD
Deadline: November 4th, 2020

Heidelberg Universität

Apply for a HAUS study abroad scholarship available for winter semester (Sept - Feb)
Deadline: June 15, 2020

Outstanding opportunities for undergrads, grad students, postdocs, faculty and more

Fulbright in Germany

The Fulbright US Student Program offers year-long grants for research/study after graduation. MIT students should contact MIT's Distinguished Fellowships Office in CAPD by early summer to start the application process. Deadline to apply: August (MIT deadline); October (national deadline)

DAAD Study Scholarship

The DAAD Study Scholarship offers students the opportunity to conduct research at a German university or research institute for one year after graduation. Deadline: Nov 4

Carroll L.Wilson Award

The Carroll L. Wilson Award provides an opportunity for one or more recent MIT undergraduates to pursue a challenging international activity that would have excited the interest and enthusiasm of Carroll Wilson. His broad-ranging interests are described in a February/March 1985 Technology Review article. Deadline to apply: March 15 for June internships; rolling thereafter

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The largest student club at MIT, the EC proudly sponsors MISTI student scholarships each year for summer research projects with European partners.

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