Internships

Internships are required at corporations and organizations in Europe, in private and public sector organizations.

Time frame: Ideally internships last three months (minimum two months). Timing is reviewed case by case, taking into consideration the company’s requirement and the curriculum of students.

Sectors: All sectors.

Intern profile: Students are generally fourth year bachelor students with no prior work experience. Their level is comparable to bachelor students at applied science universities in Europe. Students speak English.

Accommodation: Students stay with host families. Ideally this is close to work.

Costs: Ideally companies cover the full cost of an assignment, which includes the flight, visa costs and the salaries. Depending on the salary paid, a three-month internship costs CHF 12’000-13’000. Housing costs, food, health insurance etc are paid by the student. Tailor-made arrangements and cost sharing is reviewed case by case.

Reference companies: Credit Suisse and Swiss Quality Testing Services (SQTS Direktion Migros).