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Dear reader,
As we face a heat wave in Philadelphia this week, I hope this email finds you keeping cool and having a great summer. We have an exciting selection of information and offers in this month's newsletter. If you're investigating study abroad programs, IIEPassport.org now has even more information about prospective programs online. We have in-depth details of programs including accreditation status, number and type of credits offered, length the program has been offered, orientation information, and much more. Search for programs and check it out! We're featuring two articles this month related to the career benefits of international experience. Marc Cappelletti of Global Experiences has contributed a wonderful article on getting internships abroad that covers many of the questions students have about international internships. A definite must-read if you're considering working abroad. If you're already planning to study abroad and won't be able to pursue an internship, don't despair. We also have an article by Jean-Marc Hachey outlining some of the simple but effective steps you can take to improve your career prospects while studying abroad. In other exciting news, we have our first featured student, Ilene Tillman who has contributed an article about studying in Spain to accompany our country of the month article. If you've studied abroad in Jordan and would like to be featured next month, please email me. Also make sure to check out CEA's program in Europe's cultural capital of 2005 and the British Council's fun and funky cool UK list. Stay cool! Kim IIEPassport Product Manager Cultural Experiences Abroad (CEA) Cork, Ireland - 2005's European Cultural Capital
StudyAbroadFunding.org IIEPassport has created a new funding directory featuring study abroad scholarships, fellowships, and grants. Each day we add new listings so be sure to check back often and let us know if we're missing anything. Check out StudyAbroadFunding.org and email feedback@studyabroadfunding.org with your comments and suggestions. Germany.IIEPassport.org IIEPassport has teamed up with DAAD (the German Academic Exchange Service) to bring you a targeted source for all the information you need to pursue an international education experience in Germany. Check out the resources we've gathered including scholarships, program and internship listings, and other valuable information: http://Germany.IIEPassport.org/ And coming soon, Australia.IIEPassport.org... The IIEPassport Student Center Visit IIEPassport's Student Center. The Student Center is a one-stop shop for informative study abroad resources, articles, and country information. Please check back often as we will be continually adding new features! The IIEPassport Student Guide Do you have questions about studying abroad? We offer a comprehensive study abroad information in our helpful Student Guide. It contains essential information about everything from choosing a program to managing money. Check it out at: http://info.iiepassport.org/studyabroadguide/faqs/ Newsletter a'la RSS! Our newsletter is now available via an RSS feed: http://www.iiepassport.org/rss/iiestudent.xml. If you'd like information on getting your own RSS feeder, check out our article on RSS. British Council USA Going batty stateside? Why not take a swim across the pond?The best of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland is just a mouse click away - and if you need a reason to go... well, we've got ten. From Franz Ferdinand and the best fish and chips anywhere to one-year Master's degrees at some of the world's best respected and cutting edge institutions, the UK is the place to be. Visit our showcase of everything that's cool in the UK and find out more. Featured Country of the Month: Spain Featured Sponsor: Academic Programs International (API) 
(You can also check out an essay by Ilene Tillman, a former participant in API's Spain program.)
From its cultural treasures and stunning architecture to the excitement of the running of the bulls and its buzzing cities, Spain is an enchanting and invigorating destination for studying abroad. An understanding of Spain's rich culture and history begins with its geography. Located on the second biggest peninsula in Europe at the crossroads of Western Europe and North Africa, Spain has been influenced both by various European cultures and the Moorish culture and history of Morocco and Northern Africa. Once part of the Roman Empire, Spain displays an architectural and artistic history from that period as well as influence from the period when it was under Moorish control. Religious influences also played an important role historically in the country's art and architecture as well as holidays such as Semana Santa (Holy Week). Click here to continue reading about Spain! Featured Article: 5 Important Points to Understanding Internships Abroad For all interns out there who are fearful of fax machines and tired of dealing with stubborn copiers, I have good news: the American internship model is slowly changing. However, the change isn't necessarily occurring within American borders. No longer lying dormant in the cubicles of US businesses, the concept of experiential learning through unpaid labor has begun to stretch its limbs and is now touching the shores of Europe, Australia, and beyond. And just as the Aussies and Europeans have their own flare for fashion, food, and entertainment, a touch has been sprinkled upon the internship model as well. These 5 Points offer an unobstructed view of the most crucial and questioned aspects of interning abroad - Placement Variety, Increased Responsibilities, Qualifications, Paying for an Unpaid Internship, and Post Internship Rewards - and will have you one step closer to improving your professional prospects and personal development. Read the rest of the article to get the scoop on international internships Featured Article: Job Strategies While Studying Abroad Abroad Congratulations on your decision to study abroad. Perhaps you are off to Italy for a summer course in fashion design, to Britain to complete an MA in political science, or to Amsterdam for one semester of engineering. Wherever you are going, your mind is most likely consumed with excitement and anticipation for the new experience - new friends, languages, foods, lifestyle, culture, weather, travel - everything fresh and exciting. While a long list of new things may seem a little scary (and it is), you know the value of going abroad. You will have a good time and you'll also build international experience to enhance your future job prospects. In preparation for today's competitive job market, consider adding one more layer to your experience - super-charge your time abroad by adding career enhancing professional experiences while overseas. Careers are built step by step, and you can double the international value of your time abroad by doing a few extra things that will look good on your resume and prove to international employers that you understand the international work place. Here are a few tips to help you get the best career punch from your study abroad experience. Read the rest of the article to learn how to enhance your career prospects while studying abroad. Other helpful links: Hot Study Abroad Programs - Be the first to check out some of IIEPassport's new and updated programs! Adviser Center - Advisers - visit our adviser center for information on our promotional items and other resources. Also check out our advocacy center. Home/Search | Country Information | Study Abroad Guide | Adviser Center | About this site | Advertising Info | Create a Student Profile | Contact Info | IIE.org
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