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Global Remote Internship
Working remotely is now more relevant than ever. TEAN’s Global Remote Internship provides real-world, international work experience in a variety of fields plus university credit from the convenience of your home. Choose from part-time or full-time individual or group internships and work on a project from start to finish for a company located in Australia or Asia (including Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai, Japan, India and Vietnam) learning about the unique challenges and flexibility that being part of a remote team provides. Though online, the program is still fully supported by TEAN and the local internship coordinator. TEAN will guide you through the entire process, advising which position is best for your major, leading a Virtual Orientation, helping transfer credits and more.
Overview
Gain work experience in the field of your choice while making international professional connections
Earn 3 credits for a 4-week internship, 6 credits for an 8-week internship or 4 credits for a 16-week part-time internship
Learn both the practical and soft skills needed to successfully work remotely, such as communication, problem-solving and teamwork
Take advantage of the flexibility of working from home with a schedule that fits with your summer or semester plans
Participate in TEAN’s Virtual Orientation to set you up for a rewarding remote internship
Work with either a dedicated internship supervisor or career mentor for individualized feedback and coaching
Further your professional development with resume help, cover letter advising sessions, interview preparation and more
Career Fields - Individual Placements
Individual Internship Career Fields
Be individually placed in an 8-week or 16-week internship where you’ll work on a specific project from beginning to end at a company located in Asia in Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai, Japan, India or Vietnam. We will help advise on which locations will be the best fit for your major. There are some industry limitations – if your field is not listed below please contact us to check availability.
Full-time internships: This individual internship placement option allows you to complete a remote internship over an 8-week period on a full-time basis.You’re expected to work a minimum of 32 hours per week. (Exact hours and work days will be determined by your internship supervisor, but students should expect to be working Monday to Friday). This is ideal for students who have recently graduated or are looking to take a break from classes and want to gain professional work experience remotely in their spare time!
Part-time internships: This individual internship placement option allows you to complete a remote internship over a 16-week period on a part-time basis. You’re expected to work a minimum of 10 hours per week. (Exact hours and work days will be determined in consultation with your internship supervisor). This is ideal for students who want to gain professional work experience remotely while still being able to meet other time commitments, such as being enrolled in part-time or even full-time classes.
Marketing and Communications
Work for an agency or in-house at a corporation while focusing on a specific project. Tasks can include writing, content marketing, account management and media relations.
Business / International Business
Experience working for a company project involving business development, analysis, sales, market research, evaluating risk, project planning, vetting new opportunities and more.
Environment and Sustainability
Start building a successful career in environmental or sustainability-focused organizations, working with a company analyzing environmental and economic impacts.
Finance
Be involved in finance-related projects such as analyzing the feasibility of funding start-ups, or taking an analyst role looking at demand forecasting and cash flow modeling.
Software / Data Science
Practice user testing, data analysis, algorithmic review, product management, and more.
Tourism
Assist a tourism company with its current marketing or logistics initiatives, such as implementing or improving processes, vendor management and business development.
NGO / Non-Profit
Work with an active social impact enterprise supporting its current projects, such as using technology to rescue, rehabilitate and relocate girls at risk of violence.
Law
Intern with a law firm supporting current projects, such as forming partnerships and strategic alliances or implementing patent and trademark docket strategies, or as a legal assistant.
Creative / Graphic Design
Unleash your creativity with design projects ranging from interior design, graphics and branding for display and marketing purposes, 3D design, CAD modeling and more.
Career Fields - Group Placements
Group Internship Career Fields
Be placed in groups of 3-5 other students with a company in Australia over 4 or 8 weeks. Below are examples of past group projects but available placements may vary for your term.
Finance
Work with a financial firm identifying potentially disruptive megatrends, technologies and startups regarding its clients’ future.
Marketing
Work with a large multinational organization to undertake a marketing effectiveness analysis of its digital presence.
International Business
Work with a manufacturing company to identify practical initiatives that help contribute to its global sustainability goals.
Entrepreneurship
Work with a startup company to find funds, investors and acquisitions to fuel growth.
Academic Credit
Academic Credit
TEAN has partnered with Carroll College in Helena, Montana, to offer a U.S. transcript and award 6 academic credits for 8-week programs, 3 academic credits for 4-week programs, 4 academic credits for the 16-week part-time internship.
Students will be enrolled in SA425: International Internship. Credit awarded will be based on the successful completion of the individual placement or group project. Academic credit is included in this program and includes a transcript with an A-F letter grade from Carroll College.
To be eligible for transfer credit from Carroll College, participants must be full-time students who have completed at least 30 credit hours or recent graduates from a bachelor degree program. Learn more about Carroll College at carroll.edu
TEAN Staff
TEAN Staff
While you may be working remotely, you are not alone. Our team works with you throughout the internship process – from submitting your application and finding the best placement for your interests, to assisting you with any questions or issues that you may face during your internship and helping you figure out how to transfer credits.
Orientation
TEAN Orientation
TEAN’s Orientation will be held virtually for all internship participants before the projects or placements start. This interactive orientation session will provide you with an online experience that will prepare you for interning remotely including details on how working for your chosen company in a different country will be, what to expect, how to ask for help and advocate for what you need to do a good job, how to take initiative, how to deal with a remote environment and different time zones, how to schedule your day and more.
Eligibility
Eligibility
- All applicants are expected to have an appropriate academic background related to the internship placement duties.
- Students who have completed at least one year of university work and have GPAs above 2.5 will be eligible for most internships.
Program Dates
Application Deadlines
TEAN has a rolling admissions process. We recommend submitting your application for the Summer or Fall program anytime starting from November. Late applications may be considered. Contact TEAN if the application deadline has passed.
Spring 2021
| Group Placement | |
| Application Deadline | Nov 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | Jan 5 |
| Project Starts | Jan 11 |
| 4-Week Program Ends | Feb 5 |
| 8-Week Program Ends | Mar 5 |
| Individual Placement (Full-Time 8-Weeks) | |
| Application Deadline | Nov 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | Jan 7 |
| Placement Starts | Jan 11 |
| Program Ends | Mar 5 |
| Individual Placement (Part-Time 16-weeks) | |
| Application Deadline | Nov 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | Jan 7 |
| Placement Starts | Jan 11 |
| Program Ends | Apr 30 |
Fall 2020
| Group Placement | |
| Application Deadline | Aug 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | Sept 11 |
| Project Starts | Sept 14 |
| 4-Week Program Ends | Oct 9 |
| 8-Week Program Ends | Nov 6 |
| Individual Placement (Full-Time 8-Weeks) | |
| Application Deadline | Aug 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | Sept 11 |
| Placement Starts | Sept 14 |
| Program Ends | Nov 6 |
| Individual Placement (Part-Time 16-weeks) | |
| Application Deadline | July 20 |
| TEAN Orientation | Aug 28 |
| Placement Starts | Aug 31 |
| Program Ends | Dec 18 |
Summer 2020
| Group Placement (June Start) | |
| Application Deadline | May 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | June 9 |
| Project Starts | June 15 |
| 4-Week Program Ends | July 10 |
| 8-Week Program Ends | Aug 7 |
| Individual Placement | |
| Application Deadline | May 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | June 12 |
| Placement Starts | June 15 |
| Program Ends | Aug 7 |
| Group Placement (July Start) | |
| Application Deadline | June 1 |
| TEAN Orientation | July 10 |
| Project Starts | July 13 |
| 4-Week Program Ends | Aug 7 |
Fees & Inclusions
Summer 2020
4-week Group Placement: $1,875
8-week Group Placement: $2,025
8-week Individual Full-Time Placement: $2,450
Fall 2020
4-week Group Placement: $1,875
8-week Group Placement: $2,025
8-week Individual Full-Time Placement: $2,450
16-week Individual Part-Time Placement: $2,450
What’s Included
- Internship Placement (Individual or Group Project)
- Academic Credit (3-6 credits on a Carroll College transcript)
- Interactive Virtual Orientation
- Services of TEAN staff and local internship support staff
- Professional mentorship or career coach
- Resume and cover letter advising
- Virtual workshops, videos and assessments, facilitated meetings with company (group projects)
- Digital Badges for LinkedIn and Completion Certificate (group projects)
- Weekly meetings with supervisor for ongoing feedback and direction (individual placements)
- Career Readiness Course with Digital Badges for LinkedIn (individual placements)
- Interview preparation and coaching sessions (individual placements)
What’s Not Included
You will be responsible for ensuring you have what you need to work remotely, such as a computer and reliable internet access.
How it Works
How it Works
First, take a look through the above information including career fields, program fees and dates and then read below to learn about next steps. If you have any questions contact us. The TEAN Internships Team along with our placement team will guide you through the entire process.
1. Apply
Apply online when you are ready. Make sure to meet the application deadline. See program dates above.
2. Phone/Skype Interview
Once TEAN receives your application we’ll be in contact to interview you. We’ll also provide some guidance on preparing your resume and cover letter that will be used to introduce you to possible internship placements.
3. Confirm your place with A Deposit
After your initial conversation with one of the TEAN Internships team members, you’ll be requested to pay your program deposit. Once your deposit is paid, TEAN will begin the process of securing your internship placement. This deposit is fully refundable if you are not placed in an internship or if your university will not accept the transfer credit from the internship course (which is required). Read the full internship refund policy here.
4. Internship Placement
Our placement team will collaborate with you to ensure we secure a suitable placement related to your interests. Upon securing a placement, you will be provided with an Internship Placement Profile that includes a description of your internship project.
5. Acceptance
You will confirm your place by submitting your signed Internship Profile Placement by the given deadline. At this point, TEAN will send your final invoice and give you details on your program orientation, ensuring you have everything you need by the program start date.
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