Internships
The BU Global Internship Program offers students the opportunity to put their new knowledge to work—literally.
The internship is a truly distinctive feature of BU Global’s offerings. Typically, students who have completed a BU Global Graduate Diploma Program are eligible to participate in the Internship Program.
What is a BU Global Internship?
A BU Global Internship is an unpaid, full-time (40 hour/week) position at an American company or organization. BU Global Internships typically last four months. Internships are monitored academically; hence students receive academic credit for completing the experience. Separate tuition costs apply to the Internship Program.What are the benefits of completing an internship?
Internships are an excellent way to gain valuable real-world experience—and to explore the working environment of the United States. BU Global students who participate in the Internship Program make important professional contacts and enhance their skills while establishing themselves as capable international leaders.
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"This
program changed my life," said Gizem Salgicil, who earned her
Graduate Diploma in International Marketing in December 2006. Now
that she has finished up her coursework, she’s moved on to a BU Global
Internship in one of BU’s very own marketing departments. A native
of Istanbul, Turkey, Gizem will spend the next four months developing
marketing plans, conducting research, and reviewing budgets—skills
she hopes will help her land her dream job as a Brand Manager at
Coca-Cola. How is the internship arranged?
BU Global assists students in identifying appropriate internship opportunities. However, students should expect to complete an application and interview process in order to secure their internship.
In preparation for the internship application process, BU Global offers workshops on resume
writing, interviewing techniques, and long-term job strategies.What companies host BU Global students as interns?
Each student has a unique internship experience. BU Global works with students to determine
what kind of internship best matches the career goals, skill level, and interests of the individual.
Visit our Internship Roster to see a list of companies where BU Global students are currently completing their internships.Can students remain in the U.S. after the internship ends?
Yes. Many students take advantage of Optional Practical Training after completing their internship.
BU Global Internship Roster
The BU Global Internship Program provides students with a unique opportunity to sharpen their skills and their resumes by working at U.S. companies—from Chicago to New York to Boston—that match their interests and career goals.
To date, BU Global students have interned at an exciting range of companies, including:
Banking
and Finance |
International
Marketing |
Project
Management |
| Boston Analytics | American Airlines | Basis Technology |
| Deloitte & Touché | Argus Multicultural Marketing | Boston Engineering |
| Emerging Portfolios | Boston Acoustics | Boston Logistics |
| First Dunbar Securities | Boston Magazine | Commodore Builders |
| Fidelity Investments | Cogent Research | Database International Group |
| HSBC Securities | Colette Phillips Communications | Fraunhofer Center for Manufacturing Innovation |
| Jeffereson Wells Intl | Digital Influence Group | Nomades Solutions |
| JP Morgan Chase | L'Occitane en Povence | Hachette BookGroup |
| Oppenheimer Funds | Ritz Carlton | INVIVIA |
| Root Capital | Stella McCartney | Language Connections |
| Smith Barney | Swatch Group | Massachusetts Port Authority (MassPort) |
| Wellington Management | Westin Hotels | Osram Sylvania |
| Please note, the above internships were secured by BU Global students based on their individual qualifications and expertise. This list does not imply an option or guarantee of placement in any of the companies listed. | ||
Take Advantage of Optional Practical Training After completing both a BU Global Graduate Diploma Program and the Internship Program, BU Global students are eligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT). Through OPT, students may remain in the U.S. and work for up to one year at a salary negotiated with the employer. This is a unique opportunity for students to gain valuable work experience that will be of considerable notice to future employers. During OPT, students maintain F-1 visa status since it is considered to be part of the program of study. Immigration approval is required prior to starting work, which can take up to four months. The maximum amount of time granted to work in F-1 practical training status is twelve months after graduation. |
