AIESEC Exchange Program

Frequently Asked Questions

- PRE INTERNSHIP -

What is AIESEC’s Promise in going on Exchange?
1. Access to basic living facilities
2. Job description meets expectations
3. Opportunity to build personal and professional networks
4. Competency development

What benefits do GCDP Internships extend to their interns?
Most, if not all, GCDP internships do not provide salary for their interns; however they usually offer the following:
1. Free food
2. Free accommodations
3. Transportation allowance
4. Food allowance

 I am from another university, can I apply to be an Exchange Participant in the Exchange Program?
You need not be from UP Diliman to apply for the Global Internship Program through AIESEC UP Diliman. Our basic requirement for an Exchange Participant is that he or she must be 18-30 years old. 

During the Selection and Screening process, what qualities are you looking for in an AIESEC Exchange Participant?
We are looking for the following:
1. Specific competencies of an AIESECer
2. “Matchability” in terms of work experience, expectation of the program, preference of country destination
3. Financial capacity
4. Character
5. Motivation

Is there a limit in how many will be accepted in the program?
There is no limit or cutoff in being accepted in the program.

Regarding the Barkada Package: If one of my three friends did not qualify as an Exchange Participant, what will happen?
If one of your friends did not qualify as an Exchange Participant, we can still send the both of you on the same internship.

By joining the Global Internship Program, am I considered an AIESECer?
Yes. After going through our Selection and Screening process, you are considered to be an AIESECer.

Where does the application fee go to? 
The application fee is used for application process expenses, pre-departure preparation and activities, farewell dinner and kit, overseas AIESEC services (e.g. integration, airport pickups, welcoming party), re-integration and AIESEC International administrative fees.

Does the program include visa processing?
AIESEC provides assistance in visa processing by sending you basic information and assistance on the VISA procedures. The local AIESEC committee of your chosen internship will provide instructions and documents for your smooth arrival in their country.

Do we get to choose our internships? 
Yes. We will provide each Exchange Participant with a Matching Officer to facilitate the search for your ideal internship. There will be constant communication through email and Skype on the available internships that fits you based on your preferences. From the available internships offered to you, you can choose which internships you wish to apply for. 

What are the things that I need to prepare before my internship?
Passport, visa, other Documents, personal research on foreign country

INTERNSHIP PROPER

What is the role of AIESEC during our internship?
1. Communicate with you before you arrive to ensure you are prepared for your trip.
2. Pick you up at the point of your arrival
3. Help you with arranging accommodation
4. Help you with all regular activities (e.g. shopping, taking the bus, getting a bank account, using telephones, ordering food)
4. Take you to the partner organization on your first day of your internship
5. Be there to answer questions and provide support whenever we can
6. Help you get integrated into the local culture and lifestyle

What type of accommodations do interns usually live in?
It can be any of the following:
1. Living with a host family
2. Living in a student dorm in campus
3. Living in an AIESEC Trainee House
4. Living in your own apartment or flat
5. Living with the accommodations provided by your organization. 

Can we travel during the internship?
Most, if not all, internships have the weekends free. It is a common practice for AIESEC exchange participants to travel together during weekends and holidays. 

POST INTERNSHIP

What is the role of AIESEC after my internship?
1. Provide you with the opportunity to be reintegrated into the sending Local Committee (LC)
2. Get feedback regarding your internship experience

After my internship, can I go for another internship? 
Yes. Feel free to contact your Matching Officer during or after your internship to facilitate your re-application.