Internships Abroad: NTU Summer Research Internship Program for International Students

Given the choice, every student would want to have an education from abroad. Not only does it promise a certain quality of education, but it is also an experience of a lifetime. There can be no better way to explore a country than to study in it. However, the high costs associated with universities abroad make this a distant dream for many students. But the competition is on the rise and you would want to add that extra something to your resume that would help you get the recognition. The best way to do that are Summer Internships. The experience would definitely come in handy and if you are able to get the same abroad…nothing like it. Here’s a look at the Summer Research Internship Program of Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University, its features, the dates, application process and how it can add to your resume.

The University

The Nanyang Technological University of Singapore is ranked second in the country and also features among the top universities of the world. A public university, NIT is famous across Asia and the World for the Nanyang MBA Program as well as its Engineering Department. It was also ranked among the Top 15 most beautiful universities of the world. In other words, NTU is in all regards has a worldwide recognition for its academic excellence.

SRI Program

The SRI Program or the Summer Research Internship Program is a global program that offers interns from around the world to come and work with a certain research project. Open to all, the internship is about 8 weeks long and is conducted during the summer months of June and July. (Mostly. The actual dates, however, may vary from year to year.)

The successful students get an allowance for the tenure and also receive a certificate from NTU at the end of it. The research is also presented during the closing ceremony.

Eligibility

• The program is open to all students who have NEVER studied at NTU before. So if you are say contemplating doing your master’s at NTU but have not yet applied for it, then you are eligible.
• Open to all students from across different nationality – suggesting that the applicant must be a current student at an overseas university. In other words, if you are studying at a university in Singapore, you are not eligible but anywhere else, you can apply.
• Students have to be able to commit to the 8-week program.
• Applicants must possess good academic track records and have completed a minimum number of semesters at their universities –
  • Students who are in a 3-year Bachelor programme must have completed 4 semesters
  • Applicants who are in a 4-year Bachelor programme must have completed 6-8 semesters
  • Students who are in a direct Masters programme (ex. Integrated 5-year courses) must have completed 8 to 10 semesters

How to Apply

Students who are interested need to first check for the ongoing research programs. Based on the interests and the schools and the topics, students can apply for the same. Once the application is logged, the students can then apply through the website directly to the specific research program they are interested in.

The applications for the same usually open in the month of October for the next year’s summer program. Here is a list of documents that would be required for the application:

1. Cover Letter for application
2. Two recent colour photographs, passport size
3. Printout of Online Application Form
4. Curriculum Vitae
5. Photocopy of Particulars page of passport or Identification Card
6. Official Transcripts (Degree Programme)
   1. Official Transcripts in Original Language
   2. Official translation in English (if any)
7. One academic referee's report
8. Endorsement Form

Accommodation and Allowances

Students get an allowance of about SUD 3000 for the internship. This, however, does not cover the insurance and other sundry expenses. The students would be offered accommodation at the hostel at a deductible fee from the stipend promised. Also, the students can choose to stay outside the campus but would have to inform the university beforehand of any such choices.

Requirements

Students would require a Student Pass and Entry Visa. They would also need to take a Health Insurance mandatorily.

So, if you want to experience the life abroad, or simply want to have a small test run then try starting with a Summer Internship abroad. And if Singapore interests you, then the Summer Research Internship is your ticket to the excellence promised by the university. You can find more about the program here.