IES Summer Internship Scholarship

Available through the Study Abroad office for students interning abroad on the IES summer programs.

Deadlines:

  • SUMMER: March 15

Late applications will not be accepted. Applications must be submitted before 11:59 p.m. on the date listed.

If you have additional questions, you may contact Teresa Kout, assistant director – scholarships teresa-kout@uiowa.edu

Selection Process:

After the deadline, all applications will be reviewed by the Internship Scholarship Committee, a committee composed of three (3) staff members from Study Abroad and the Tippie College of Business. Committee members will rank the applicants based on the following criteria:

  • Clear statement of purpose related to academic and future goals
  • Continuing language study or studying a new language (preferred)
  • Academic merit (3.0 GPA or higher, preferred)

All applicants will be notified of the outcome at the conclusion of the process. Note: It may take several weeks, please be patient!

Award
Varies
Scopes
Study Abroad
Deadline
03/15/2026
Supplemental Questions
  1. Internship Program:
  2. Statement of Purpose -

    In 500 words or less, answer the following questions:

    Why have you chosen to do an internship abroad? What factors led to this decision?

    Why have you chosen this particular country for your internship?

    How will this internship experience impact your academic and future professional goals?

  3. By signing below, I certify that all information contained in this application is true and correct. I also authorize The University of Iowa to release copies of this form and pertinent information to the scholarship selection committee.
    • 1. Signature (Type Full Name):
    • 2. Today's Date