Program Guidelines

Entry Requirements

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled full-time in a post-secondary, degree – or certificate issuing academic institution (college/university) outside the United States OR have graduated no more than 12 months before the start date of the program

• Have an interest in a career in education

• Have sufficient proficiency in the English language to participate in the program

• Be enthusiastic about sharing their culture and native language with U.S. students

Overview

Interns:

• Are assigned to a supervising teacher

• Work in school for approximately 32 hours a week, including preparation time, staff meetings and regular extra-curricular activities. Excludes occasional special events.

• Play a flexible role in the classroom, including:

  • • Observing classroom and school culture

    • Assisting the teacher with lessons/group work

    • Conducting cultural presentations

    • Participating in extracurricular activities

    • Developing materials for student instruction

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Interns are also required to complete the Amity Cultural Project during the assignment.  Additional courses that will enhance the learning experience may be audited.

Cost to the Interns

• Application fee – US $200 (non-refundable)

• Visa application fee – US $150 (approximately)

• SEVIS fee – US $220

• Round-trip airline ticket – varies (by location and season)

• Health insurance coverage – US $97 per month (average)

• Personal spending money – US $250 per month (minimum)

• Please note: All monies received from a U.S. source, are subject to U.S. Federal and state taxes.  The tax rate may range from 12-27%.

Proof of sufficient funds required.  

The Amity Team highly recommends that individuals commit to a full school year of exchange when participating in our Intern Program.   Read our reasons why here. 

Frequently Asked Questions

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