Program Overview
The International Bulldogs program was established in 2003 with British Bulldogs in London, the first coordinated internship program of its kind at Yale. Following on the success of British Bulldogs, Bulldogs in Beijing was launched in summer 2005 introducing 24 students to professional opportunities in the Middle Kingdom.
The program currently takes place in 16 cities around the world, providing participants with the valuable, rewarding opportunity to live and work for eight or nine weeks of the summer in cities around the world; exploring career options - thereby broadening their spectrum.
Internships are offered in a variety of career fields, including the arts, politics, health, technology, community advocacy, 'think' tanks, finance, journalism, law. Aside from UCS developed 'Bulldogs' programs, internships are also offered through our partner organizations (CDS and Unite for Sight). All positions are open to current Yale College students not in their final year of study.
Requirements
A minimum participation of eight weeks is required. Positions are open to current Yale College students not in their final year of study.
Participants will complete Travel Health & Safety requirements prior to the start of the internship. Depending on the internship location, pre-departure health requirements may include Yale Travel Clinic visits for vaccinations and medication. All program participants are required to have health insurance coverage that extends abroad.
Funding
Participants are responsible for all costs incurred associated with the program (housing, meals, local transportation, incidentals, transportation to/from host country, medical insurance, work permit/visa). If a position is paid, there will be a notation indicating such.
Students receiving financial assistance from the University will be eligible to apply for the ISA grant to help defer costs. If requirements are met, a grant will also be provided to satisfy the expected student income contribution (SIC). Information about the ISA and additional funding resources are available in the Resources section of this site.
Costs & Expenses
Participants are responsible for all costs incurred associated with the program (housing, meals, local transportation, incidentals, transportation to/from host country, medical insurance, work permit/visa). If a position is paid, there will be a notation indicating such in the internship listing. Estimated costs are provided in the 2010 Program Expenses Budget.
- Housing
Housing is coordinated by UCS in a central location with access to public transportation. In order to derive maximum benefit from the programs, students are required to live in the housing provided. No exceptions. There will either be kitchens within the facilities or access to kitchens. Rooms are shared and under some circumstances, the apartment mixture may be co-ed.
- Transportation
Within the city, participants utilize local public transportation to and from work. In some locations, transportation arrangements to the job may be pre-arranged by UCS. Depending on the city that you are in and proximity to work, the adventurous may also opt to walk work.
- Health and Safety
Depending on the internship location, pre-departure health requirements may include Yale Travel Clinic visits for vaccinations and medication. All program participants are required to have health insurance coverage that extends abroad.
Internship Listings
Internships for summer 2010 will be posted in eRecruiting by December 7, 2009, and applications will only be accepted at this time. Additional positions will be posted throughout the fall and early spring semesters. To view available positions, select the International Bulldogs Internship Programs One-click search link in eRecruiting.
Application Process
The instructions are involved; do not wait until the last minute to begin your preparation.
Internship listings and application information for each company can be found by selecting the International Bulldogs Internship Programs Search logo in eRecruiting.
- Required Documentation
Need your resume and cover letter reviewed? Stop by UCS during open hours.
- Resume: one page. Do not submit any extra paperwork unless it is specifically requested by the sponsor.
- Statement of Purpose: A 600 word (maximum) Statement of Purpose (not cover letter). This should address your prior experience and/or your future aspirations and indicate how your qualifications and interests pertain to this specific position. The statement does not have to be addressed to the organization or any individual. You may post the document to the position under the "Other Documents" category. Note your name on the document.
- Language Requirement: Please check the language requirement of the position very carefully. If language proficiency is indicated, applicants are required to add at the bottom of their statement a few sentences under the heading "Language Ability", noting your level of proficiency (reading; writing; conversation). This addition will not be counted as part of the 600 word limit statement of purpose.
- Register in eRecruiting
If you have not already done so, you must update your Profile information in eRecruiting and ensure that all fields are complete. These fields must include your local address, permanent address, work authorization information, and current telephone numbers including area code.
Register now - Update your profile
- Apply for position(s) in eRecruiting
Internship listings and application information for each company can be found by selecting the International Bulldogs Programs One-click Search link in eRecruiting. Students may apply to a total of three positions - any distribution of countries.
Apply now
- Selection Process
Application materials are sent directly to sponsors for review with decisions finalized in early March (but can be as early as February). UCS reserves the right to contact an applicant's College Dean for recommendation and to review applications, providing the sponsor with general feedback/evaluation. Sponsors may also opt to conduct a short 'interview' via telephone or email an applicant before making their selection.
The internship offer will be extended through UCS after which, the applicant has 96 hours to accept or decline. It is the applicant's responsibility to conduct thorough research about opportunities prior to the application deadline, ask any questions necessary and be prepared to make a decision within the timeframe allotted.
Please note that not all opportunities you apply to will provide a decision at the same time so your decision may have to be made independently of other opportunities pending.
Program Expectations
Participants
are expected
to work full time for the entire length of the internship period. Applicants should be resourceful, flexible, motivated, and responsible persons. You must be comfortable in an unfamiliar setting, open and accepting of new experiences and culture other than your own. Participants need to take their commitment seriously and be comfortable with the responsibilities attendant with your role as a "Yale ambassador."
Upon returning to campus, 'Bulldog' interns may be asked to assist in publicizing the program at panels, workshops that UCS hosts or participates in. Though this is on a voluntary basis, our expectation is that you will be involved.
Failure to complete the internship as required or comply with the standards established by UCS may lead to the revocation of UCS privileges, including future participation in UCS programs. In certain cases, referral may be made to the Executive Committee or the Yale College Dean’s Office for their consideration.
Questions?
Please submit your inquiries to abroad.ucs@yale.edu or call 432.0800.
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