Work Immersion Study Program in Germany (WISP)

Share |

Visit the Website

Contact Cultural Vistas

Location
Germany: Freiburg, Heidelberg, Mannheim and 2 other cities, Stuttgart, Tubingen

Term
Summer

Dates
June - August: Application Deadline is December 1

Description

The Work Immersion Study Program in Germany (WISP) is a 3-month scholarship program designed exclusively for U.S. community college students. During their stay in Germany, WISP participants complete a 1-month intensive language course in southern Germany and a 2-month professional internship related to their field of study.
WISP provides participants with the unique opportunity to gain practical work experience abroad in their career field, improve their German language skills, and experience German culture firsthand. The program runs from June to August. Applications need to be received by December 1.
Please visit our website for more information and to apply online.
Qualifications

Applicants must have equivalent of 1 year of post-secondary German; minimum of 1 year of college; U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residence; and some relevant work experience (preferred).
Intern Types
- Accounting
- Admin (Hospitality, Sports)
- Agricultural Economics
- Archaeology
- Architecture
- Art History
- Art/Fine Arts
- Biology(General)
- Biomedical Sciences
- Business Admin, Management
- Media (Radio, TV, & Film)
- Communications
- Computer Science
- Economics
- Engineering (Chemical)
- Engineering (Civil)
- Engineering (Mechanical)
- Engineering (Electrical)
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Sci (Atmosph.)
- Environmental Studies
- Finance
- Graphic Design
- History
- Horticulture
- Hotel/Restaurant/Hospitality
- Interdisciplinary
- International Relations
- Law
- Liberal Arts
- Linguistics
- Marketing, Ad, PR
- Nursing
- Occupational, Envir. Health
- Pharmaceuticals
- Political Science/Politics
- Public Admin, Public Pol, Govt
- Social Sciences
- Sociology
- Sustainable Development
- Theater, Drama, Dance
- Urban & Regional Planning
Languages
- German
Cost in US$:

USD 300; Scholarships Available
Experience Required

no
This Program is open to

American Participants.
Application Process Involves
- Online Application plus Application Assessment
Typically The Application Process Time is

2 weeks to 3 months
Post Services Include
- Alumni Network
Cultural Vistas's Mission Statement

To enrich minds, advance global skills, build careers, and connect lives through international exchange.
Year Founded

1950