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The following organizations are recommended by the Internship and Career Center.

Actions Without Borders
Comprehensive directory of nonprofit and volunteering resources on the Web. The site includes over 29,000 nonprofit and community organizations in 153 countries, which you can search or browse by name, location or mission

Agriventure, International Agriculture Exchanges
Farms, ranches, horticulture, veterinary practices in Europe, New Zealand, Australia, Japan. Exchange programs can last from four months to over a year. The minimum application requirement time is two months before departure, but it is to your advantage to apply early.

AIESEC
AIESEC is the world's premiere student-run international organization dedicated to increasing cultural understanding and cooperation through running an international paid internship program. We help US companies reach out to young business and IT professionals in over 700 universities worldwide. We also help US students find paid internships abroad in any of four 80+ member countries. We are currently based in 38 locations in the US

BUNAC
This program, run by the British government, operates a rolling application procedure and complete applications are normally processed within two working days of receipt. They provide a work permit prior to departure and job listings in BUNAC offices in England.

Camp Adventure Youth Services
Camp Adventure International - UC Davis students can become camp counselors abroad, receiving Air Fare, Housing plus $22/day. Camp Adventure Youth Services places 800+ college students and recent graduates in Summer and some school year youth development and camp counseling programs on US Military Bases, British Garrisons and some US Embassies in Europe and Asia, including England, Turkey, Russia, Germany, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Bahrain, Kuwait, the Netherlands, Korea, Japan, Hong Kong, People's Republic of China, Taiwan, and the United States (Hawaii, New York, Florida). Mandatory Leadership Assessment Center (Group Interview Day) UC Davis 2 Wellman on Saturday, November 17th from 10am-4pm. Applications available on-line at Camp Adventure. Once on-line, submit an on-line Interest Card. You will receive an automatic reply email giving you access unername and password to allow you access into MyCAccess on the web site. Select the Chico location (a formality), but ALSO write "UC Davis" in"School Attending" Bring your completed application with you on November 17.

Questions? Contact Nancy Tibbitts, 330 South Hall, Internship & Career Center, nrtibbitts@ucdavis.edu

CDS International
Offers several internships in the fields of business, engineering and agriculture

Child Family Health International
Created to encourage and facilitate US medical students to work abroad and to learn both lay and medical Spanish. The central philosophy of CFHI is to narrow the gap between existing medical technology and its accessibility to underserved populations. Through this program participants can learn innovative problem-solving skills which can be applied to rural and urban health care areas in the United States.

Child Rights Information Network
The Child Rights Information Network (CRIN) is a global network that disseminates information about the Convention on the Rights of the Child and child rights amongst non-governmental organizations (NGOs), United Nations agencies, intergovernmental organizations (IGOs), educational institutions, and other child rights experts. CRIN has a membership of more than 1,100 organizations in over 100 countries. The site contains a directory of organizations working worldwide for children.

Child Workers in Asia
Child Workers in Asia (CWA) was establish in 1985 as a support group for child workers in Asia, and the NGOs working with them. From a small group of five organizations, it now brings together over 50 groups/organizations working on child labor in 14 countries. It facilitates sharing of expertise and experiences between NGOs and strengthens their collaboration to jointly respond to the exploitation of working children in the region.

CII-International Exchange Programme
An invitation to take part in a unique experience of cultural exchange, in which exchange students and graduates share their language and culture with Argentine, Chilean or Spanish students of English in their role of Culture & Language Facilitators at schools or language schools, become involved in a Spanish-speaking community while staying with a family, and learn the language in an intensive Spanish Immersion Programme (optional) and through further Spanish Coaching.

Communicating for Agriculture
Communicating for Agriculture offers agriculture exchanges along with thriving programs in horticulture, equine, and enology as well. The program has over 1000 participants in 43 different countries. CA Exchange Program is now the largest agricultural exchange program in the USA.

Consulate General of the Republic of Croatia
The Consulate General deals with internal affairs of Croatia, and the relations between the US and Croatia. All aspects of foreign interactions are considered from visas and cultural education to trade and establishing American businesses in Croatia. Past interns have worked as translators as answering and making phone calls in a bilingual setting.

Contact Singapore
Contact Singapore is a global network that offers professional advisory services and networking channels to global talent, overseas Singaporeans and students interested in exciting career and educational opportunities in Singapore. Our eight international offices located in Australia, China, Europe, India, North America and Singapore are staffed by highly motivated teams who are focused on creating the greatest value for our clients and providing opportunities for all.

Council of International Exchange (CEI)
The C.E.I London was created 20 years ago with the aim of continuing to promote the movement of young people throughout Europe through cultural and linguistic exchange. We are part of a larger organization, the C.E.I - Club des 4 Vents, started more than 50 years ago in France. Today, mastering the English language and acquiring a professional experience abroad are often major requirements for a successful career. With this in mind, the CEI is permanently developing a network of partners aware of the importance of the youth travel market. Our offices are situated in the centre of London, within walking distance of Waterloo Station (Northern, Bakerloo, Jubilee and Waterloo and City lines) and Lambeth North (Bakerloo line)

Council on International Education Exchange
Provides work authorization in numerous countries including Ireland, Canada, France, Costa Rica, Australia, China, etc. There is no formal application deadline. Once CIEE receives a completed application, processing may take up to four weeks. Work permits are provided prior to departure. Job listings and housing vacancies are available at CIEE offices abroad.

Crédit Lyonnais
Crédit Lyonnais is an international bank, involved in all main financial and banking activities, which enjoys a worldwide presence. The bank provides normal services along with currency exchange and other various internationally related activities. Past interns have worked as currency exchange agents.

Cross Cultural Solutions
Cross-Cultural Solutions is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1995 and headquartered in New Rochelle, New York, USA. Cross-Cultural Solutions UK is a registered charity and located in Brighton, United Kingdom. Cross-Cultural Solutions operates in 10 countries with more than 250 staff members worldwide. To date, the organization has brought approximately 10,000 participants to countries around the world. Steven Rosenthal founded Cross-Cultural Solutions in 1995 and serves as its Executive Director. Cross-Cultural Solutions offer three types of Programs: Volunteer Abroad, Intern Abroad and Insight Abroad . Our Volunteer Abroad and Intern Abroad Programs are year-round, and normally range from 2-12 weeks. We have programs in Brazil, China, Costa Rica, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Peru, Russia, Tanzania and Thailand. Our Insight Abroad program is one week and is available in Brazil and Costa Rica .

European Event Organization
EEO creates, markets and manages successful and effective events. These include conferences, exhibitions and other types of events, which take place in the UK and the rest of the world. Clients are major international institutions, trade associations, companies and government organizations Past interns have organized and implemented plans for client events.

Foundation for International Education (FIE)
Since establishing in 1998, the Foundation for International Education (FIE) has set new high standards in delivering study and intern abroad programmes. We are a forward-thinking organisation with a mission that expresses our passionate belief in the value of international education. We offer all the academic and student support services through which exceptional learning experiences are created. Our specialised academic and internship programmes allow our visiting students to maximise the value of their stay, gaining theoretical knowledge, practical skills, life experience and an international perspective. We have opportunities for all majors. Housing and internships in London.

Gender & Global Issues
The Gender and Global Issues (GGI) Group represents a research, teaching and outreach academic subgroup of the Women and Gender Studies Program at the University of California, Davis. Our interdisciplinary focus on gender issues includes African American and African Studies, Animal Science, Anthropology, Chicana/o Studies, Nutrition, and Sociology. Those who participate in GGI reflect the heterogeneity of the global community in both interests and backgrounds. The Gender and Global Issues programs currently focus on linking professional activist work with the academic research and theory. To this aim, we run a Post-Baccalaureate certificate program, facilitate student internships with grassroots NGOs both locally and internationally, and host occasional events on campus.

Global Service Corps
Global Service Corps (CSC) is a nonprofit organization that sends volunteers abroad to work, teach, and learn on projects in developing countries.

Global Volunteers
As a non-governmental organization (NGO) in a special consultative status with the United Nations, Global Volunteers is uniquely positioned to represent local leaders in a national and international arena, and to engage short-term volunteers in local development efforts with long-lasting results. At the request of local leaders and indigenous host organization, Global Volunteers sends teams of volunteers to live and work with local people on human and economic development projects identified by the community as important to its long-term development.

Humanity in Action
HIA believes that an important test of a genuine democracy is how it treats its racial, ethnic and religious minorities, and that the commitment to democratic values and the protection of minorities cannot be taken for granted in the United States and Europe.

IAESTE US Exchange Program (International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience)
This exchange program allows US students to work abroad. The companies or organizations offering internships are expected to pay students a wage sufficient to cover their cost of living during the actual training periods. The following study fields are covered by the IAESTE exchange program: Computer Science, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry/Biochemistry, Geology, Mathematics, Pharmacy, Physics, Agriculture, Brewing, Commerce, Economics, Forestry, Graphics/Printing, Horticulture, Hotel Management, Languages, Textiles, Veterinary Medicine, etc.

Internabroad.com
Comprehensive site with search options by program and type and desired country.

International Cooperative Education (ICE Menlo)
Opportunities for all majors. Internships and housing are arranged. Internship opportunities have included International Economic Development, Health Care, Automotive Engineering (BMW, Porsche, Toyota) Public Relations, Banking, Information Technology, and Business. Countries have included Germany, France, Switzerland, Argentina, Japan, South Africa, Singapore, China and England. Drop by anytime Monday thru Friday between 9am to 4p to room 318 South Hall and read the student reports from sample internships. The ICE Menlo binder should provide more specific program expectations.

International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda
The Tribunal was established by a United Nations Security Council Resolution in 1994 to prosecute the organizers an leaders of the genocide in Rwanda in 1994. The Internship Program is geared towards providing offices at the ICTR with the assistance of students and professionals specializing in fields relevant to the work of the tribunal, such as international relations, law, economics, political science, philosophy, journalism, translation and terminology. Applicants should be currently enrolled in a graduate (Masters or equivalent) or postgraduate (Ph.D./Law) program.

International Language Institute
International Language Institute (ILI) in Halifax, Canada offers Cambridge CELTA (Certification in English Language Teaching to Adults). CELTA is the world's most honored entry-level credential for teaching ESL or EEL. ILI offers CELTA teacher training in a four-week intensive format.

International Volunteer Program
In Europe and in the United States, the International Volunteer Program has facilitated firsthand cultural understanding for hundreds of volunteers and provided volunteer staffing for more than 100 not-for-profit organizations.

International Volunteer Programs Association
The International Volunteer Programs Association (IVPA) is a new alliance of nonprofit, non-governmental organizations based in the Americas, that are involved in international volunteer and internship exchanges.

JCHIP-Japan Children's Home Internship Program
The Program offers students a unique opportunity to participate in international cultural and educational exchange. The children's homes accepting interns are long-established institutions with years of success preparing Japanese children for productive and successful lives. The homes are not quite orphanages, and not quite group homes; there is no direct English translation. Together with the Japanese staff and native college-student interns, UC Davis interns will share in the lives of school-age youngsters. As an intern from overseas, an important part of a UC Davis intern will be to open the children's eyes to the rest of the world. Eight Children's Homes in different parts of Japan currently accept interns under this program. Homes are located in the following cities: Kita Saitama, Aichi-ken, Yokohama, Kyoto, Fukushima, Kumamoto, and Sendai. Two Interns will be placed in each home.

JET- Japanese Exchange and Teaching Program
Consulate General of Japan in San Francisco Seeks participants for Japanese Exchange and Teaching Program.

Laykin Communications
Laykin is an American public relations firm based in Hong Kong that has functions in marketing, advertising, production, and corporate communications. It transacts business under a large international scope. Past interns have prepared press conferences and dealt directly in client interactions. Intern positions are listed on the "Jobs" page.

Livio Feluga
Located in the hills of Italy, this land of vineyards produces some of Italy's finest wines. Livio Feluga Is a family-owned winery that deals in the production, manufacturing and supplying of wines. Although in a fairly secluded area, this winery enjoys a diverse mixture of employees. Past interns have assisted in management of this winery.

MOGPA: Minnesota Organization for Global Professional Assignments
Specializing in Hong Kong and Asia, this program has a rolling application process and self-managed application. They request that you apply from 3-6 months prior to your desired start date, as the placement process can take anywhere from 3-12 months, depending on your qualifications. You can apply after the three-month deadline, but internships are on a first-come first-served basis, and they may not be able to place you during the period you request.

Monster Work Abraod
International jobs and internships.

Nambu Foundation
The Nambu Foundation is a nonprofit organization that allows outstanding undergraduate and graduate students to participate in a two-month internship at a Japanese company.

Northern California World Trade Center (NCWTC)
The Northern California World Trade Center (NCWTC), located in the Capital City, serves as the regions premier international business development resource. Licensed by the World Trade Center Association (WTCA) in New York City, the NCWTC is affiliated with an international network of over 750,000 WTC members and 350 centers around the world. NCWTC has become a powerful tool with incomparable resources and services designed for the business community. Centralizing trade and business activities allows for influential business people from around the world to come together at one location.

Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) is the largest regional security organization in the world with 55 participating states from Europe, Central Asia and North America. It is active in early warning, conflict prevention, crisis management and post-conflict rehabilitation. The Organization employs about 4,000 staff in 19 missions and field activities located in Southeastern Europe, the Caucasus, Eastern Europe and Central Asia. They work 'on the ground' to facilitate political processes, prevent or settle conflicts, and promote cilvil society and the rule of law.

Sacramento Regional Center for International Trade Development (CITD)
Strategically located in the state’s capitol and the heart of Northern California, the Sacramento Regional Center for International Trade Development (CITD) provides free consulting, research and other low cost seminars and services to enable the region’s exporters and importers to take advantage of the growing opportunities in the global marketplace. Grant funded by the Chancellor’s Office of the California Community Colleges and hosted by Los Rios Community College, the CITD also supports the endeavors of community college faculty to internationalize curriculum in its efforts to prepare students to participate in the global economy. Since its inception in 1990, the Center has served more than 2000 clients and provided international trade information to about 6000 persons and organizations. Like other CITDs, the Center also operates a California Mexico Trade Assistance Center (CMTAC) and is co-located with the Sacramento Small Business Development Center (SBDC), all operating out of Los Rios’ Business and Economic Development Center at 1410 Ethan Way in Sacramento. To enhance client success, the CITD maintains numerous partnerships with other international agencies such as Northern California World Trade Center, USDOC’s Sacramento Export Assistance Center, California Technology Trade and Commerce Agency, Mexican Consulate, California Chamber of Commerce, and many other governmental agencies. Special programs include international trade classes offered online and while the CITD/CMTAC serves companies in all industries, a new program targets export services to the region’s burgeoning wine industry.

TeachAbroad.com
Searchable database with job postings.

UC (UK) Trust
The University of California Trust (located in the UK) has over 80 internships in England, Ireland and Scotland available for UC Davis students and soon-to-be graduates! Many are paid! Some of the contacts may be different now; be polite and ask for the new contact or person that has replaced that individual. Areas of potential placements include: Communication, Art, Theater, Business, Law, Architecture, Politics, Public Affairs, Health, IT and Engineering!!

Underprivileged Children's Educational Programs
UCEP seeks to provide the poor working and illiterate children a chance to break the vicious circle of poverty. The project addresses itself to the educational need of the urban poor children and to the improvement of the overall living conditions for the children and their families.

UNICEF
Working with national governments, NGOs, other United Nations agencies and private-sector partners, UNICEF protects children and their rights by providing services and supplies and by helping shape policy agendas and budgets in teh bet interests of children.

University of California Education Abroad Program
The Education Abroad Program is the distinctive and distinguished international program of the University of California that provides academic exchanges and integrates international curricula and learning opportunities into the University. EAP offers full-year and short-term programs in a wide range of academic disciplines for sophomore through graduate students. EAP participants enroll in regular host university courses for a full academic year abroad, or may participate in short-term and discipline-specific programs. Financial aid information is available on the EAP Scholarships and Fellowships page at EAP Financial Aid Information.

US Agency for International Development
The US Agency for International Development (USAID) is an independent agency that provides economic, development and humanitarian assistance around the world in support of the foreign policy goals of the United States.

US Commercial Service
The U.S. Commercial Service helps U.S. companies find new international business partners in worldwide markets. Locate your local U.S. Commercial Service office in 107 U.S. cities and 145 U.S. Embassies and Consulates for more information about our international business services.

US Department of State
Lists student and employment opportunities available through the US State Department. Learn how to get an internship in an embassy abroad. Job opportunities available to professionals interested in working as foreign officers for the Department of State. Positions vary from personally designed positions to working for an international or local business abroad and span such fields of interest as human resources, politics, economics, and security.

USDA Foreign Agricultural Service
The Foreign Agricultural Service's International Internship Program provides college students the opportunity to live and work in a paid internship at an American Embassy overseas. Through work assignments participants learn various aspects of international trade, trade policy, international relations, diplomacy, regional and cultural considerations, etc. Positions are available in Western Europe, Latin America, and Asia. The internship is offered every semester and summer for graduate students and upperclassmen (juniors and seniors).

YMCA International
The YMCA is more than day camp, child care, sports, fitness or youth programs. It is a worldwide family of over 120 autonomous national movements committed to building a positive future for youth and families. The YMCA, founded in London, England, in 1844, is one of the largest social service organizations in the world, responding to the diverse needs of individuals in Africa, Asia, Latin America, the Caribbean, the Middle East, Europe, and North America. The YMCA currently serves over 40 million youth and families worldwide. In countries throughout the world, YMCA programs respond to local needs identified by each national YMCA movement. The YMCA is open to all faiths, races, abilities, ages and incomes.

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International Programs by Industry
The following organizations offer international internships. Be aware that many of these organizations have application deadlines.

1. General Placement Programs
2. Business/Economics
3. Design
4. Education
5. Environmental
6. Engineering/Technology
7. Human Rights
8. Health