Today, the program operates in more than 100 countries, has sent over 371,000 students abroad, and connects a global network of 3,000 organizations and thousands of universities—all with the support of more than 2,500 volunteers who keep the entire system running.
What IAESTE brings to universities
By joining IAESTE, universities gain a tool for systematically developing outgoing and incoming mobility, increase the employability of graduates and promote international cooperation in research and teaching. For each traineeship offered by the school to a foreign student, one of its own students can travel abroad – the principle of reciprocity thus directly motivates active participation old.iaeste.org.
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How to get involved – practical steps for registration
The process begins with registering your university on the IAESTE portal (https://iaeste.org/universities). After creating an account, you fill out an online form in which you define the parameters of the internship – from the name and objective of the project to the required skills and the minimum stipend covering the intern's living expenses. IAESTE FAQ reminds you that this “cost-of-living allowance” is the only mandatory expense for the host institution.
Once the offer has been submitted, it is approved by the IAESTE national committee and the international matching process begins. Registered candidates undergo a pre-selection process in their home country; the university then receives the profile of the recommended candidate and can arrange an online interview. Once the internship has been confirmed, IAESTE coordinates the visa and insurance arrangements, as well as the student's arrival, and provides support during their adaptation to campus life. In the meantime, the host workplace prepares the assignment and mentors, and the new international cooperation can begin.
Summary of benefits in context
The partnership with IAESTE enables the university to strengthen its global reputation, enrich its teaching with real-life projects led by foreign talent, and build bridges to future research partnerships. Students gain paid work experience and intercultural skills, while the school benefits from new ideas and expands its academic and business network. Thanks to IAESTE's centralized support, administrative burdens are minimized and financial costs remain predictable.
If you are looking for an effective way to move your university towards greater internationalization and respond flexibly to the needs of the global labor market, IAESTE is a proven partner. Register, offer your first traineeship, and open the door to the world for your students and colleagues – the steps to success begin with a single form.
“Register, offer your first traineeship and open the door to the world for your students and colleagues.”
