The IAESTE (International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience) program offers employers the opportunity to bring foreign interns into their teams – top students from technical, scientific, and other professional fields who are ready to bring new ideas, an international perspective, and modern skills directly into practice.
IAESTE has been operating since 1948 and connects thousands of university students with employers in more than 100 countries around the world every year. Interns come from prestigious universities, undergo a selection process in their home country, and are carefully selected based on specific employer requirements. IAESTE acts as an intermediary and guarantor for the entire process—from candidate selection to visa and administrative support to the intern's integration into the work environment. This allows companies to gain talented young professionals without having to deal with complex organizational and legal issues. Interns come for periods ranging from six weeks to twelve months, and in some cases even longer. Internships can be in-person, hybrid, or completely remote, depending on the needs and capabilities of the employer. Interns work on specific tasks or projects, bring a fresh perspective, and often contribute to the development of new approaches, products, or analyses. This gives companies the opportunity to test the skills of future employees, establish contacts with the academic community, and contribute to the cultivation of the professional potential of the next generation.
The cultural and linguistic diversity of the interns also strengthens the internal internationalization of the company. Teams gain experience in intercultural communication, which is a key skill for companies operating in global markets. In many cases, short-term internships turn into long-term cooperation – graduates who prove themselves during their internship can become valuable members of the company even after completing their studies.
“Gain a new perspective. Join IAESTE and discover potential that transcends borders.”
How to get started: instructions for registering on the IAESTE portal
The process is simple – start by registering on the international IAESTE platform iaeste.org/employers-page, where the company creates an account and gains access to the interface for posting internship offers. In a clear online form, the employer defines the parameters of the internship: job title, job description, required skills (e.g., programming languages, research methods, CAD software, laboratory procedures), preferred field of study, language skills, expected duration of the internship, and remuneration, which should at least cover the intern's basic living expenses at the place of work.
After the offer is submitted, it is approved by the IAESTE national office. Then, suitable candidates are selected from partner countries. The company can meet the selected candidate in advance, for example through an online interview, or confirm the assignment immediately. IAESTE then takes care of the necessary paperwork (visas, work permits), informs the candidate about their stay, and helps with their arrival, accommodation, and integration into the work environment. The whole process is transparent and professionally supervised—IAESTE is ready to advise and support both the employer and the intern at every stage.
Summary: the long-term value of cooperation with IAESTE
Participating in the IAESTE program is not just about providing opportunities to foreign students – it is a strategic decision to invest in the development of your own team, open up to new trends, and refresh your company with impulses from abroad. Employers gain access to talent from around the world without the need for complex recruitment processes. Interns arrive motivated, linguistically equipped, and ready to learn on the job. Thanks to full administrative support from IAESTE, companies can organize internships abroad with minimal time and effort.
An added value is the opportunity to profile your company as an internationally open employer that supports education, mobility, and the exchange of experience. Such an image is important not only for potential employees, but also for business partners, customers, and the community.
Become part of a global network of innovative employers who know that growth starts with investing in people. IAESTE is ready to be your partner – from the first contact to the last day of the internship.
Gain a new perspective. Join IAESTE and discover potential that transcends borders.
