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Why Intern or Train in the USA?
In a competitive job market, standing out means making bold moves. Leaning into new experiences. Stepping beyond the familiar.
Interning or training in the U.S.A. builds the professional skills, English language confidence, and global perspective you'll need to thrive in your career. And along the way, you might just make lifelong friendships.
Why Intern or Train in the USA?
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Develop Professionally
Internships and training opportunities are a great way to gain real job skills. And the U.S.A. is full of them!
The U.S.A. is the ideal place to experience entrepreneurial thinking in action. You'll learn the latest technologies and innovations while working alongside industry trendsetters.
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Gain Global Perspective
Interning in the U.S.A. will teach you to live and work effectively across cultures.
You will make connections with colleagues who have different backgrounds and skill sets. You will learn from each other and explore new ideas.
Your global network can open professional doors for you in the future.
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Improve Your English
English is the first language of global business.
Interning or training in the U.S.A. will not only improve your English language skills, but also prepare you to share your ideas and communicate with confidence.
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Build Life Skills
Living and working abroad in the U.S.A. helps build skills that will serve you the rest of your life.
Immersion in another culture fosters independence, resilience, and confidence. No matter where your career takes you, you will be prepared to navigate it.
CIEE – Your Internship USA Connector
CIEE is your one-stop destination to search, apply, and track internship and training opportunities in the U.S.A. Search from pre-vetted placements at hundreds of host organizations across the U.S.A. in industries like hospitality, technology, business, engineering, and more.
With CIEE International Representatives around the world, you can access personalized support in your home country to answer questions about Visas, programs, and more. Each year, we help 35,000 international participants like you have a life-changing experience in the U.S.A. through a CIEE program.
CIEE USA Internships
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