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November 30 for summer placement (rolling thereafter); March 15 for fall placement
November 30-May 1 for summer placement (rolling thereafter)
November 30-May for summer placement (rolling thereafter)
Most MISTI internships take place over 10-12 weeks during the summer. However, internships are available year-round for up to 12 months.
Open to MIT undergrads, graduating seniors and graduate students in all disciplines
4.0 or better
Undergraduate students: One course on an area of global studies or a previous MISTI internship strongly recommended
Graduate students: no prerequisites
Program expenses covered (includes airfare and a stipend to cover food and accommodation)
Students must attend MIT-New Zealand preparation meetings during the spring semester and a checkout meeting with the program manager.
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