Description
SPRING SEMESTER: January - March (12 week program)
SUMMER SEMESTER: May-July (12 week program)
FALL SEMESTER: September - November (12 week program)
USU has partnered with the Peruvian Embassy in Washington D.C. to offer internships for USU students. The embassy's main political issues of interest are the fight against drug trafficking, terrorism and corruption, as well as the protection and promotion of democracy and human rights. The Embassy of Peru also follows judicial, immigration and defense-related matters as well as social issues such as health, education, gender themes and other political and social areas in which Peru and the United States share a common interest.
Requirements
Travel and Internship Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- Proficiency in English
Academic Requirements
- Must be a student in good academic standing
- Must enroll in 3-12 IOGP course credits
Costs
Not included
- Travel expenses (i.e., airfare and airport transfers)
- Housing (Interns can apply for USU housing in D.C.)
- Visa
- Food and spending money
Application
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Application Process
Students may start the application process completing the IOGP application.
All students interested in international internships must meet with Dr. Shannon Peterson (Haight Center, room 202 or shannon.peterson@usu.edu) for more information about this and other opportunities before they will be placed.