Problem solving, communication, taking initiative, self-confidence, and adaptability are just a few of the skills participants who studied or interned abroad indicate they gained through participation. The good news is these skills match what employers say graduates are lacking when entering their professional careers.
Working overseas presents unique challenges and pushes you outside of your comfort zone, it can also be a great way to grow your soft skills and cultural competency. More and more employers are saying that work experience is more important than G.P.A, field of study, or the name of your school.
API Global Internships give you an edge in a global economy where companies work with international clients, have global operations, and employ a diverse workforce made up of people from many different cultures. Far fewer participants engage in international internships, giving you a unique experience to help you stand out from other graduates.
What Will You Get Out of it?
One of the best outcomes from spending time interning abroad is personal development and awareness. Understanding your unique passions, interests, character, and natural abilities can help save valuable time and money as you begin your professional career. By stepping outside your comfort zone and into new surroundings, you will have the chance for self-reflection and the opportunity to unlock abilities that you never realized you had.
Whether it is through our virtual workspace where you are guided through professional skill building in fields such as cross-cultural communication, time management, leadership and work ethic, orientation materials and resources, or onsite during our Workplace and Culture Orientation, you will have access to a wealth of information to help you take charge of planning your professional future.
One of the best outcomes from an internship abroad is the opportunity for personal development and awareness. Understanding your unique passions, interests, character, and natural abilities can help save valuable time and money as you begin your professional career. By stepping outside your comfort zone and into new surroundings, you will have the chance for self-reflection and the opportunity to unlock abilities that you never realized you had.
