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Engineering Drones (Air / Sea / Land)
Hands-on internship in Greece for up to 40 hours per week in the International Hellenic University’s drone research center
If you have a passion for air, sea or land drones and are interested in gaining valuable & intense hands-on experience coupled with the change of exploring Greece then this program is designed for you. Our programs offer the change to gain experience & skills to fortify your engineering school application and help you evolve your professional career. You will get involved in various hands-on drone research activities that will help you decide on your studies.
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Internship Highlights:
Minimum Duration: 2-weeks
Maximum Duration: 12-weeks
Fees: Starting from $1,900
Language: The internship is conducted in English
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm
Location: Thessaloniki, Greece
Internship Details
Eligibility requirement: At least one year of undergraduate study completed, with a relevant scientific major such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, physics etc. Interns must have a genuine interest in engineering and commitment to observation of both practical and theoretical topics.
University Credit: Cerca Abroad in cooperation with Webster University (Athens Campus) is able to offer a program upgrade and allow participants to gain transferable US university credits for all in-person programs. The upgrade is applicable for programs longer than 5 weeks and the upgrade fee is US$350.
Drones Internship
This is an in-country hands-on internship program with provided shared housing and local team support.
Interns will have the opportunity to design, assemble, program drones and their sub-systems at the research center of the International Hellenic University in Thessaloniki, Greece. The program is designed to be hands-on and allow the intern to work in various phases of the drone development including field work. The team is made-up by well known professors and PhD researchers involved with large engineering & academic projects around Europe, eliminating any language barriers and offering international expertise.
Our engineering internship program offers pre-engineering & graduates students the opportunity to gain top quality experience interning on drones. With valuable experience, you’ll develop your skills and understanding of different engineering aspects.
Associated career paths:
Computer Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Electronics Engineer, Energy Systems Engineer, Environmental Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Software Engineer.
Fees
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Duration |
Fees (USD) |
| 2-weeks | $1,900 |
| 3-weeks | $2,500 |
| 4-weeks | $3,100 |
| 5-weeks | $3,700 |
| 6-weeks | $4,300 |
| 7-weeks | $4,900 |
| 8-weeks | $5,400 |
| 9-weeks | $5,900 |
| 10-weeks | $6,400 |
| 11-weeks | $6,900 |
| 12-weeks | $7,400 |
To apply for this internship, its quick, easy and free!
We will review your application and if we accept you on this internship we will ask you to pay a non-refundable deposit of US$250 to secure your place. The remaining of your internship fees (less your initial US$250 deposit payment) will be due no less than 60 days before your internship start date.
- Our fees are transparent with no other hidden fees or extra charges
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- Please read our Terms and Conditions
– Program Fees Include:
- 24/7 in-country support
- Airport pick-up
- Customized internship plan
- Fully furnished shared Accommodation
- Local English speaking coordinator
- International reference letter
- Internship placement
- Program & host city orientation
– Program Fees do not include:
- Local activities & meals
- International/local travel costs
- Travel document assistance & Insurance
- Any other service not mentioned
Internship Details
Internships start on Mondays and interns have a choice to participate to a program between a minimum of 2 weeks or up to a maximum of 12 weeks .
The program fee includes a free airport pickup on the Sunday before the Monday start date. To qualify for the free pickup interns are required to arrive between 9am-6pm.At the airport interns will be welcomed and transferred to their housing. For interns arriving at an earlier date, a pickup maybe provided if requested and subject to availability.
Adequate information about the city and hosting institution will be sent before arrival. It includes information about the city, local culture, rules, emergency contact numbers and the local team.
The accommodation is fully furnished (single or double beds), with WiFi, shared with 1-6 other same-sex interns, and located in safe areas with easy access to public transport. The last night of the accommodation is the Friday night of the final week, leaving interns free to depart on Saturday. Extra nights of accommodation or private apartments can be arranged in advance, if requested and subject to availability.
Interns should budget 30 Euros (about US$35) for a 30-day unlimited public transport card, 3-5 Euros for breakfast (about US$5-7) and 5-10 Euros for a simple lunch (about US$5-12). Greece has many dining options and from many different cuisines ranging from budget to high end depending on the intern’s needs. Most places accept credit/debit cards but interns are advised to carry cash in Euros.
As for Greece, perhaps there is no need for an introduction. It is one of the most popular and safest destinations in the world. Situated in southeast Europe it is blessed with sun, friendly people, rich cuisine and a truly unique landscape that spans from green forests to the deep blue sea. With its 2,500 years of history and its 1,400 islands there is plenty to discover in Greece and it will satisfy the most demanding visitor. Greece is one of the warmest countries in Europe with long, hot & dry summers and mild winters. The popular time to visit Greece is between May to September end. Occasionally heatwaves may occur with temperatures peaking (1-2 days) around 105°F / 41°C.