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MISTINew Zealand
New Zealand
Experience technology and innovation Down Under through science and engineering in New Zealand. Opportunities include: paid internships at multinational companies, start-ups, and universities.
New Zealand Program Details
Preparation & Training
MISTI matches MIT students with internships and research at leading companies, research labs and universities in New Zealand. Internships last from 3 to 12 months and are all-expenses-paid.
Timeline
APPLICATION DUE
November 30 for summer placement (rolling thereafter); March 15 for fall placement
PLACEMENT PROCESS
November 30-May 1 for summer placement (rolling thereafter)
INTERNSHIP ASSIGNED
November 30-May for summer placement (rolling thereafter)
Dates & duration
Most MISTI internships take place over 10-12 weeks during the summer. However, internships are available year-round for up to 12 months.
Eligibility
Open to MIT undergrads, graduating seniors and graduate students in all disciplines
Requirements
GPA
4.0 or better
PREREQUISITES
Undergraduate students: One course on an area of global studies or a previous MISTI internship strongly recommended
Graduate students: no prerequisites
Funding
Program expenses covered (includes airfare and a stipend to cover food and accommodation)
Preparation
Students must attend MIT-New Zealand preparation meetings during the spring semester and a checkout meeting with the program manager.
