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| HOW TO ENROLL AND INTERNSHIP FEATURES |
Students can apply for our Internship Program and work directly in their field of interest and expertise.
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Students are required to take two intensive preparatory Italian courses for a month before they can start their internship. Italian Courses: 2 intensive Italian courses for a total of 6 credits (90 hours)
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| ARTS AND CRAFTS | TOURISM | COMMERCE |
| ceramic | guesthouses | Fashion |
| terracotta | travel agencies | Import-Export |
| sculpture | Restaurants and pizzerias | Leather industry |
| Design and photography studios | hotels | |
| RESTORATION | PROFESSIONAL OFFICES | |
| workshops for wood | architects | |
| painting | lawyers | |
| silver | ||
| NOTE: Certain fields require a minimum of experience in the sector. Therefore, all Internship Program applications must be approved before appointments can be assigned. | ||
| ELIGIBILITY |
| Successful completion of at least one Italian Course at APT |
| Level of Italian Required: Level 4, or permission of Program Director |
Minimum Age: 18 |
| Qualifications: High School diploma or University degree |
| Placements are based on students' qualifications and work experience |
| ITALIAN PREPARATORY COURSE |
| This course is specially designed to prepare students to meet the linguistic requirements for APT's Internship Opportunities |
| Lessons: 20 hours per week (50 minute lessons), course materials INCLUDED. |
| Duration: Minimum 4 weeks • |
| Period: Throughout the year |
| Levels: There are 6 available levels from beginners to advanced |
| NOTE: Our Internship program requires level 4 language placement OR permission of APT Program Director |
| Class size: maximum 12 students |
Included in the internship program • All necessary course materials • Welcome orientation upon arrival • Free internet service during normal business hours • Housing assistance • Learning support services • Internship placement opportunity in a Italian company • Worker's compensation insurance • English speaking representative and intern support services • Professional language certification The enrolment fee covers the learning materials used in the courses, administrative fees, student services, such as Internet connection and the use of computers at school (WI-FI ZONE), an insurance policy that covers all damages or personal injuries that occur on the school premises, all tests and language exams and the certificate at the end of the course. The Internship program fee also includes internship supervision, internship compensation insurance and the certificate of attendance. Not Included in the internship program • transportation • Personal expenses and meals • Visa expenses • Airport pick-up or drop-off (available on request) |
| The program cost includes |
Tuition
Housing - Housing assistance
On-Site Director
On-Site Coordinator
24 Emergency Assistance by school staff
Pre-Departure Orientation Material Package & Orientation
On-Site Orientation
Online Services
Student Services
Social and Cultural Activities
Some art supplies
Library
APT Student ID
Welcome Banquet Dinner & Farewell Dinner
APT Sponsored Field Trip
Local Health Insurance and permit of stay
International phone card
Internet
Museum Card
Final Student reception
Program Evaluation
INTERNSHIP FEE Tot. $8300 |
| COURSES CALENDAR |
| SERVICES UPON ARRIVAL |
| Program Orientation and City Orientation |
| Meeting with the internship coordinator to discuss details of work experience |
| Selection of the suitable company according to the student's area of interests, experience and availability |
| Assistance for government permit procedures |
| Language placement test During Language Preparatory Course |
| Regular progress assessment during the Italian language course |
| Assessment and evaluation of learning objectives |
| Daily activities organized by the school (excursions, guided visits, films, etc.) |
| Introduction of the students to the chosen company |
Monitoring and defining the agreement between the student and the company During the Internship Program |
| Insurance to cover workplace accidents for the duration of the program (INAIL - National Insurance Institute for Industrial Accidents) |
| Entrusting the student to a tutor within the company |
| Regular monitoring and evaluation of work experience |
| Certificate attesting participation in the Internship Program |
| - Please indicate clearly the choice of accommodation, Accommodation description and address will be sent directly to the student upon acceptance . |
| - Accommodation available one day prior to program/course starting date, through the day after finishing date. Enrolment Fee 50 € |
| - The enrolment fee covers housing assistance |