International Internship Program (IIP)

The International Internship Program (IIP)—a joint initiative of the
Division of International Studies and the College of Agricultural & Life Sciences—identifies, cultivates and promotes high-quality internship opportunities that:

• advance the professional training of UW-Madison undergraduate students;
• foster global competency; and
• reinforce academic learning through practical application.

As a hub for developing global talent, IIP plays a central role in the internationalization of the University of Wisconsin-Madison and aspires to be a recognized leader in the preparation of the next generation of globally competent citizens. IIP serves the needs of undergraduate students and the wider university community through its collaborative efforts to establish and maintain value-added relationships with key internal partners, international organizations and alumni.

Organizational relationships and international opportunities established through the IIP help build the Wisconsin Idea: the notion that education should influence people’s lives beyond the boundaries of the classroom.

Learn more about IIP — Read the interview with Director Maj Fischer.

In a survey by the American Council on Education, 86% of companies reported a need for managers and employees with greater international knowledge in the decade ahead.