#WinterAbroad Global Talent Program

discover the global talent program The international platform for young people to explore and develop their leadership potential.

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WHAT IS THE GLOBAL TALENT PROGRAM?....................3 WHY GLOBAL LEADERSHIP MATTERS...............................4 HOW WE CREATE LEADERS..................................................5 PROGRAM DETAILS..............................................................6-7

A) PROGRAM OVERVIEW

B) PROGRAM BENEFITS C) FEATURED OPPORTUNITIES

THE AIESEC ADVANTAGE......................................................8 NOTABLE ALUMNI.....................................................................9 HOW TO APPLY.........................................................................10

what is the global talent program?

Why we do what we do The vision of AIESEC is Peace and Fulfilment of Humankind’s Potential. We believe that creating responsible and entrepreneurial young leaders today is the best way to fulfill humankind’s potential. To achieve this, we send young people on global internships and provide companies in Canada with international talent through our Global Citizen and Global Talent programs.

What is Global Talent?

AIESEC’s Global Talent program is an intercultural internship program powered by AIESEC that gives university students and recent graduates the opportunity to take on an international professional development experience. Internships are available in a variety of countries, in a variety of work settings, from small start-up companies, to nongovernmental organizations, to multinational corporations from around the world.

Internships can last from 3 - 18 months and are designed to give you the professional development experience that will take you one step further in your career, while the experience of living abroad will allow you to grow into the person you have always wanted to be.

Is the Global Talent program right for you?

We are looking for talented, proactive young leaders with a passion for learning from new experiences and a keen interest in developing their leadership potential personally and professionally. If you are interested in a global career, or even just looking for your next career direction and are passionate about travel, an AIESEC internship is a perfect place for you to jumpstart your future.

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why global leadership matters Leadership matter because it is, and always has been, what makes our world a better place. The world is changing fast and education systems are leaving young people unprepared to deal with the pace of economic, social and technological change. We need young leaders with the right skills and global mindset to improve our world.

Why international leadership?

Our world is becoming increasingly globalized--both individuals and organizations must learn to cooperate internationally in order to be successful. The ability to work with people across cultures, with varied cultural values, is extremely important and highly valued in organizations. The global mindset gained from experiencing a new culture is indesensible as well. Canada needs more leaders with an international skill set and perspective.

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how we create leaders

AIESEC’s programs run according to our Experiential Leadership Development model. AIESEC provides a platform for personal and professional growth by providing practical leadership experiences to tens of thousands of young people all over the world, where they have the freedom to fail and confidence to learn. The “Outer Journey” constitutes facing challenges, working with people and achieving results. By placing yourself in challenging environments, you force yourself to develop skills and discover things you never knew.

The “Inner Journey” comprises of personal reflection and self-discovery, through which you better understand yourself and your personal values.

Both components of the model are essential to creating better leaders with responsibility to the world.

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THE AIESEC ADVANTAGE With so many international internship opportunities out there, it can be tough to choose the right one for you. What sets AIESEC apart is the level of support you will receive from our members throughout your entire experience. Since AIESEC is an entirely youth-run organization, we are uniquely suited to help students like you through the challenges associated with going abroad. Many AIESEC members have gone abroad themselves and use their past experiences to provide students with the best possible experience.

Before you leave • Support with finding the right opportunity for you • Visa and invitation letter support • Pre-departure cultural support workshops During your internship • Accommodation provided or coordinated for you • In-country orientation by local AIESEC members • Social support in integrating into the local community • Support in case of emergencies After you return • Support with reverse culture shock • Opportunities to share your story Lifelong connection • New friends from across the world • Opportunities to pursue other experiences within AIESEC • Access to global network of over 1 million alumni

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PROGRAM DETAILS

Program Overview: • Internships generally last from 3-18 months • Salary depends on your destination, and usually covers all your living expenses • Accommodation is usually not provided by the employer, but AIESEC members at your destination will help you find a place to live

Global Talent internships aim to provide: • A positive and challenging learning experience • Practical skills and knowledge in a foreign environment to complement the intern’s higher educational background or career aspirations • Interaction with different social and cultural environments to gain intercultural competencies • Development of theoretical and practical leadership skills • An opportunity to apply personal and professional skills, knowledge, attitudes and values to work for the organisation • Develop awareness and knowledge of social issues and different practices of the sending and hosting country • Provide a platform to develop a global mindset and one’s self-awareness • To gain an understanding of how to make a positive impact within an organization

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what do i do in the program? teaching In teaching internships, you will work in a school, university or small company educating students on a variety of subjects, most commonly English language education. You will be responsible for students’ learning and well-being. Students range from young children to adults. A teaching background is not required. The duration of Teaching internships ranges from 3 - 12 months. Salaries range from $0-900 USD, depending on the internship.

marketing In teaching internships, you will work in a school, university or small company educating students on a variety of subjects, most commonly English language education. You will be responsible for students’ learning and well-being. Students range from young children to adults. A teaching background is not required. The duration of Teaching internships ranges from 3 - 12 months. Salaries range from $0-900 USD, depending on the internship.

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NOTABLE ALUMNI blake goldring

Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, AGF Management Limited I believe the root of many of the world’s problems is misunderstanding and intolerance. So if I thought back in University the idea behind AIESEC was important then, it is ten times more so today. The relevance of AIESEC’s principles and values remains significant over the past fifty years. There was no better place to forge relationships critical to my personal and professional growth than in AIESEC. Unique coincidences and fortunate circumstances were stepping stones on my journey, but AIESEC was a conduit to many of these.

colin baril

Managing Consultant, IBM Global Business Services Recently I was asked to stand up in front of a crowd of student leaders and tell them why they should get involved with AIESEC. While I can honestly say that my years in AIESEC gave me the proper training for a situation like this, my most powerful tool at that moment was not a well-crafted speech.

It was a little piece of paper I keep on hand that has written on it the names of seventeen individuals from my hometown of Edmonton who I am proud to say I helped send around the world on AIESEC internships.

TALLIE RABIN-CLAASSEN

Manager, Trudeau Centre for Peace and Conflict Studies The beauty of AIESEC is it allowed me to take risks and discover things about myself I never knew I had in me. Project Little Schools taught me that I could start something from scratch.

This experience invigorated me to run for President of the National Committee, an experience that truly was a ‘whole new world’. I never thought I would put myself ‘out there’ to be judged, but I am so glad I did as I came to know myself as a leader on a profound level.

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HOW TO APPLY

get started at aiesec.ca/register

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