My goal is that by 2012, 50% of our undergraduates will participate in international experiences, and that many of those will be international internships.  I believe the modern engineer must be able to work effectively in any environment.

What better way is there to prepare for the global workplace than by experiencing the world as a student intern?  Michigan Engineering provides resources and advising for students seeking professional experience outside the United States.  Michigan Engineering students intern in companies large and small, global enterprises and local operations.  International internships enhance your job readiness, provide you with exposure to other cultures’ business environments and decision makers, and improve your understanding of global business trends.  You’ll complete your assignment better prepared to begin a career and make an impact.  Former interns rank the experience as among the most meaningful of their college careers.

Getting started is easy. After you review this guide just log in to HireME, the College’s student/employer database, to begin your search.  If you have questions, start with the Engineering Career Resources Center. After securing a position, the International Programs in Engineering office can help you with your pre-departure planning.  These resources will help you identify a unique internship to meet you particular interests and maximize your time overseas.

I hope you will take advantage of this tremendous educational and career-development experience.

David C. Munson, Jr.
Robert J. Vlasic Dean of Engineering
Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
College of Engineering
University of Michigan