What is your name? 
Cindy Chou, ESIA '18  
Where was your internship located? 
Centre for Liveable Cities, Singapore  
What were your major tasks or projects? 
Assist in planning for the World Cities Summit (biannual conference on urban planning), research and publish findings (China's urban innovation, autonomous vehicles, urban resilience), analyze bikesharing data to optimize the company's business operations in Singapore.  
How has the experience influenced your career path?
Singapore is a pioneer in the urban innovation field and a leader in the Southeast Asian region. Given the potential for exciting projects that transform the way we live in cities, I plan on working on urban innovation projects (Smart City technologies) in Singapore in the future. 

Read more from Cindy here

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GLOBAL EVENTS

Go Africa! Intern, Work, Volunteer & Study 
When: Tuesday, March 26  
To RSVP, click here
 

If you're looking to intern, work, volunteer, or study in Africa this is a great opportunity to learn about GW resources and network with industry professionals. Previous employers include Oxfam, World Bank, and LDI Africa.   

U.S. Career Forum 2019  
When: Saturday, March 30 
To register, click here
 

The U.S. Career Forum is a new type of career event for Japanese-English bilinguals interested in changing careers or employment in the U.S. Other than interviews and seminars from participating companies, at the Job Placement area, you’ll have the chance to learn more about job opportunities in the U.S. from several recruiting companies. If you have legal permission to work in the U.S, do not miss this opportunity! 

SPRING SEMESTER DEADLINES
G-WILL INTERNATIONAL Co. Ltd. Internship (Ueda City, Japan) 
Deadline: March 23
G-WILL INTERNATIONAL’s mission is to develop tailored education programs for individuals and groups around the world. They plan and organize lectures and workshops staffed by people with career experience through global networks developed through decades of extensive international experience and relationship development.To apply, click here.      

One World Exchange (Various Locations)   
Deadline: Until program is full OR April 1, whichever comes first. 
One World Exchange prepares young people for future leadership opportunities through participation in eight-week international development and human rights service projects in developing countries. To apply, click here.   

Asia Bridge Fellowship (New York & Hong Kong) 
Deadline: April 1  

The Asia Bridge Fellowship offers a special opportunity for recent college graduates to work and learn under the auspices of the Asia Society, one of the leading and most respected global organizations covering the Asia Pacific region. For more information, click here.   

Padi Internships (Indonesia) 
Deadline: Rolling 
Padi offers individualized and meaningful internships with leading companies and organizations in the business, non-profit and entrepreneurship fields. Internships are unpaid, tailored, SMART goals- and results-oriented which attract driven students to contribute to organizations, work toward best practices and lay the foundation for lasting partnerships. For more information and a list of current fellowships, click here
Read about alumna Rachel Schwartz (SEAS, BA 2017) and her experience as a Padi Fellow

The Grameen Bank & Trust NGO Student Internship in Bangladesh 
Deadline: Rolling

The Grameen Bank & Trust NGO Student Internship Program , hosted by the George Washington University, offers internship opportunities to undergraduate and graduate students interested in working on development projects with the Grameen Bank & Trust. The internship provides valuable hands-on experience in microfinance, poverty reduction, and international development in Bangladesh. To apply, click here.    

The Global Business and Microfinance Internship in Nepal
Deadline: Rolling

The Global Business and Microfinance Internship in Nepal, hosted by the George Washington University and in partnership with the Grameen Bank & Trust, is an excellent opportunity for undergraduate and graduate students to engage with top-tier institutions in the country. To apply, click here.  

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
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Going Global
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