Going on an internship

BME Internship Database

The Department of Biomedical Engineering has an internal internship database where you can find internship vacancies from external organizations and companies, as well as internal research projects. The database can be found on Canvas: check the module page of 8G005 or click on this link.

It is important to note that the internships and projects listed have not been pre-approved by a lecturer or anyone else from the department. This means there is no guarantee that you will be allowed to do a particular internship. All important information regarding arranging your internship or internal project through the internship database can be found in this document.

Internship Information Sessions

Via this link, you can access the slides from the 2024 internship information session.

Via this link, you can access the slides from the 2023 internship information session.

Via this link, you can access the slides from the 2022 internship information session.

Via this link, you can access the slides from the 2021 internship information session.

Via this link, you can access the slides from the 2020 internship information session.

Via this link, you can access the slides from the 2019 internship information session.

Getting Started

Many students start their internship right after completing their courses, which for most means during the fourth quartile. If this is the case, it’s important to schedule a meeting with your mentor as early as September to discuss your options. Many scholarship applications need to be submitted well in advance. In the academic year 2017–2018, TU/e initiated trial subscriptions to three scholarship databases:

• EduDonor Index: This database contains scholarships for courses at educational institutions and organizations worldwide.
• EduScholarships Index: This database provides information about scholarships for students and universities.
• HEPSEU Database: This database includes information on educational programs in European countries and scholarships offered to participants of those programs.

In addition to applying for scholarships, it's important to start arranging your projects, accommodation, and—if applicable—your visa early. Use this link for an overview of the visa requirements by country.

TU/e Internship Checklist

The department has developed a step-by-step plan for internships abroad. You can find it here. Below is a breakdown of each step with additional information and helpful links.

1. Orientation Phase
   Also see this link. Other helpful things to do:
   • Talk to fellow students
   • Create a list of preferred destinations and topics
   • Consult with a professor from a BME research group—they often have useful contacts and can guide you
   • Check whether TU/e is a partner university of your target foreign university
     • See link 1 and link 2. If your university is not listed, contact your academic advisor to explore establishing a partnership. This can help with tuition and potential financial support from the host university.
   • The contact person for International Relations within BME is Jacqueline Hartholt, Gem-Z 1.105
   • The ESA International Relations Office offers advice on universities abroad, scholarships, free internship/study insurance from TU/e, and other practical matters.
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2. Application
   • Request a meeting with Jacqueline Hartholt (ESA)
   • Check WilWeg and Nuffic for additional scholarships
3. Preparation
   Also see this link.
   • Arrange housing abroad—start looking early! Tip: check Facebook groups for room listings
   • Consider subletting your room in the Netherlands (check with your landlord and local municipality first)
   • Apply for the OV compensation at least a month in advance by submitting the form to ESA. If you're abroad for less than 8 months and still registered at your parents' address, submit the OV-vergoeding buitenland form. This allows you to receive an away-from-home grant even if you don’t meet the address requirements. You can also enter your foreign and postal addresses on the form. More info here.
   • Apply for a visa (if required)—start early!
   • Apply for a credit card (optional)
   • Adjust your phone subscription (optional)
   • Order an international student card (ISIC) for €15: link
4. During Your Stay Abroad
   Also see this link.
   • TU/e students doing a study or internship abroad who are registered for the TU/e Business Travel Insurance (via Europeesche) can contact the emergency line in case of issues: SOS International: +31 20 6515777 (available 24/7)
   • Insurance is provided through Europeesche and arranged via IAK
5. Return
   Also see this link.
   • Complete any scholarship-related paperwork (reports, budget vs. actual costs, crediting sponsors in your report) for Erasmus, ECTS Fund (FEB), etc.
   • Request your transcript of records from the host university and submit it to the TU/e Education Office so your credits can be added to your grade list

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