GAV Summer Internship Abroad, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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GAV Summer Internship in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

The Global Academic Ventures (GAV) Internship Program gives you a fantastic, hands-on experience in Kuala Lumpur that will expand your career readiness through experiential learning abroad.

By interning overseas, you’ll get a behind-the-scenes look at how international companies operate, which will enrich your academic journey. The wealth of knowledge, skills, and connections you'll acquire is invaluable.

Location

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Term

Summer

Housing

Hotel

Program Highlights

Spend your summer in Kuala Lumpur participating in an 8-week internship gaining professional experience in a Malaysian company or nonprofit organization.

There are many options in different career fields such as accounting, finance, government and public policy, hospitality and tourism, marketing, sports, event management and more.
This is a rare opportunity for you to broaden your horizons, expand your network, and add an international flair to your résumé.
Benefit from your stay in Kuala Lumpur during the summer, by taking time to explore its rich history, vibrant art and music scene, and legendary hospitality.

Program Contact Information

Margaret Hosack

Education Abroad Advisor

Email: mhosack@kent.edu

Office Phone: 330-672-7982

Application Process

Students will be required to complete two applications:

an internal �鶹ӰԺ State education abroad application,
and the GAV program application.

These quick steps will help walk you through the process.

1. Start an Education Abroad Application

When you click the "Apply Now" button (located towards the top and bottom of this page), you will be brought to the Education Abroad application system where you can view program costs and start an application. Be sure to submit your application before the deadline!

2. Guest Application (If applicable)

Are you a student at another university? To apply for a �鶹ӰԺ State education abroad program, you will first need to apply for admission to �鶹ӰԺ as a “Guest Student”. Please apply as either an “Undergraduate Guest Student” or as a “Graduate Guest Student”, depending on your course level.

Once you have applied and been accepted as a �鶹ӰԺ student, you will receive an email with your FlashLine login credentials. Activate your account and then proceed to the next step, which is to apply to the Education Abroad program of your interest. You can return to this page and follow the “Apply Now” button to start that application.

3. Wait for Acceptance

Once you have submitted your application, it will be reviewed by an Education Abroad Advisor. Applications are evaluated on a rolling basis. Please note that acceptance to the program by �鶹ӰԺ does not serve as final approval. The host institution or program provider grants final approval for each applicant.

4. Complete the GAV Program Application

Once your Education Abroad application has been accepted, you will be nominated to the GAV Program. GAV will contact you via your KSU email to have you complete their application and other important forms and documents.

Academics

Academic Programs

GAV is able to provide unpaid internships in different career fields such as accounting, finance, government and public policy, hospitality and tourism, marketing, sports, event management and many more.

Internships are eight to ten weeks long during the U.S. summer term. Students are expected to intern for a minimum of eight weeks, full time, during a company’s normal business hours.

Your program will include an orientation in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Program Language of Instruction: English.

Program Schedule

Day 1

Arrival into Kuala Lumpur.
Group transfer to accommodation provided to students landing within the set arrival window, otherwise detailed arrival instructions will be communicated in advance.
Hotel check in from 2:00pm.

Day 2

Breakfast food provided at accommodation for students.
Orientation activities commence in the morning, including a run through of the program schedule and distribution of transport and how to buy a transport pass, money exchange and contacting family back home.
Group to pick up their breakfast food drop – this will cover breakfast for the first 4 days, after which students are responsible for their own meals.
Group Welcome lunch in the afternoon.

Day 3

Breakfast food provided at accommodation for students.
Meet the GAV staff in reception after breakfast for a walking tour where students will learn more about the multicultural history of Kuala Lumpur.
Afternoon is free for students to find their internship locations and practice their transport routes.

Weeks 1 through 8:

Most internships will expect you to be in the office from 9:00 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. (some internship office hours may vary).
You will start your internship on a Monday. On your first day, you will meet your office teams to get set up with any security and computer passes as required.
A catch-up dinner session will take place during week 1, 4 and 6.
Weekend days are free for students to take part in optional activities, study or explore more of the city.
A farewell dinner will take place during the last week.

Departure from Kuala Lumpur

Students will check out of their accommodation and transfer to Kuala Lumpur airport for their departure flight. A group transfer will be provided for those that are leaving within the predetermined departure window.

Location & Transportation

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

One of the fastest growing cities in Asia, Kuala Lumpur is the astonishing capital of Malaysia. With a population of about 2 million people, the capital has a modern skyline including its famous pair of Islamic glass and steel skyscrapers, the 451 meters tall Petronas Twin Towers.

Their official language is Malay.

The currency used is the Malaysian Ringgit.

Students will be able to explore their modern architecture, explore the local culture and food by going to the famous flea markets, and visit the stunning Batu Caves for some amazing views!

Transportation

You will arrive and depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). The program does not cover airfare.

Your program fee includes a group private transfer to and from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to your Kuala Lumpur accommodation within a predetermined window of time.

Please note that students are responsible for covering the costs of their transportation to and from their internships each day (we recommend getting a public transport pass, more information will be provided during the on-site orientation).

Housing and Meals

This program includes 57 nights of shared room accommodation in Kuala Lumpur for students. This also includes:

Breakfast on the first four mornings of the program.
Welcome lunch in Kuala Lumpur.
3 catch-up dinner sessions.
Farewell group dinner.

Students are responsible for all other meals and snacks. There are plenty of local shops and supermarkets in town for you to pick up groceries any time.

Financial Aid & Scholarships

There is a financial aid counselor specifically for Education Abroad. You can schedule an appointment with them on KSU Advising (Group Name: Education Abroad) or email finaideducationabroad@kent.edu.

It is possible to use your federal financial aid to go on �鶹ӰԺ-approved education abroad programs. You can learn more on the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center website.

It is also possible to use most �鶹ӰԺ State scholarships for education abroad costs. You can find education abroad scholarships on ScholarshipUniverse.

Health & Safety

Pre-Departure Orientation

Prior to your study abroad experience, you will participate in a mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Office of Global Education. During this orientation, you will be provided with information including but not limited to:

international travel procedures;
in-country resources;
health and safety resources and information;
culture shock and resources to help prepare for living abroad.

All students are encouraged to register with the prior to departure.

You can also review a wide variety of resources we’ve pulled together for you on our “Before You Go” page.

Country Profile

You can learn more about your destination(s), including travel advisories, through the .

In addition, we encourage you to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel page for for traveling to your destination(s).

If vaccinations or medications are needed according to the CDC, you should make arrangements for appointments with your healthcare provider or the DeWeese Health Center as soon as possible. Appointment openings at the DeWeese Health Center are limited and vaccines may need to be ordered, which takes time. Please note that not all immunizations are available at the DeWeese Health Center.

Visa Information

A visa is a document required by many countries, in addition to your passport, that allows you to enter the country for a certain purpose (whether that’s to stay, transit, or exit). Essentially, it is the country's government giving you legal permission to enter their country to travel, study, work, etc.

Please note, it is solely the responsibility of the student to:

determine the entry, transit, and stay requirements for the country or countries to which they will travel,
and to apply for any necessary visas, stay permits, or any other immigration requirements of the host nation(s).

It is also the responsibility of the student to:

verify the correct documentation required to apply for the required visa(s),
apply for the visa(s) early enough to ensure there is enough processing time,
and pay any fees associated with obtaining the visa(s).

�鶹ӰԺ's Office of Global Education is available to provide general guidance regarding student visa requirements and procedures; however, each student who travels abroad is expected to manage their own legal obligations regarding international travel.

It is strongly recommended by the Office of Global Education that you carefully review the appropriate consulate or embassy website for the nation(s) you plan to visit in order to determine current entry/study/exit visa requirements.

Costs and Funding

Costs for the program will differ for every student. You can use our Cost Calculator to get an estimate of what you might expect for your program.

We also encourage you to meet with your Education Abroad Advisor and the Financial Aid Counselor for Education Abroad to see how your aid may apply to an international program by emailing finaideducationabroad@kent.edu.

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