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U.S. Internships

US Internships for International Students and Young Professionals fills a large gap for the millions of young internationals seeking internships in the United States each year. A wealth of books exists about internships. However, all are aimed at United States-born young professionals and students. Besides the general lack of information for the international, there is scant information about the advantages and disadvantages an international intern has, or how to best cope with the challenges of living and working in the United States. US Internships for International Students and Young Professionals, with its clear “question and answer” approach and step-by-step instructions, gives the young international what they must know to pursue and complete a successful US internship, including:

An abundance of US job-search and other websites that can be used for research and further assistance.
Extensive help with developing outstanding resumes, cover letters and additional documents. Many examples are given to ensure success.
Advice on how to carry out a self-directed, aggressive campaign, which is vastly different from the passive approaches normally taken by internship-seekers. Included are proven methods used by seasoned job-search professionals in the United States .
Detailed instructions on how to prepare for and do an interview. To further assist, frequently asked interview questions are given, with suggested answers. In addition, guidance is provided on answering difficult interview questions, and how to skillfully avoid questions that should not be asked, but often are.
An effective method for evaluating an internship offer to help the prospective intern overcome the “over exuberance factor” that can cause a poor decision based on false assumptions.
An effective but simple approach to “locking down” the terms of any internship offer, so that the international’s expectations will always match those of the internship’s.
Extensive information on obtaining the correct visa, with sources to find the latest information on the ever-changing US visa process.
Two full chapters offering detailed information on understanding and adapting to a US internship, including how to overcome common challenges such as cultural considerations, daily living, travel inside and outside the US, health care, handling minor and major emergencies, crime and punishment, taxes, the corporate environment, and workplace expectations and etiquette.
A directory of common America idioms and slang terms to help the intern more quickly adapt to the US workplace and culture, with links to Internet sites for more.

The road to a meaningful US internship can be a challenging, even daunting endeavor that requires patience and a well-executed plan. US Internships for International Students and Young Professionals simplifies the process by giving the reader a clear, comprehensive format that guides the student every step of the way.