The following is a broad overview of the application process for the Work Permit Service. For complete details, please download an application package, found at the bottom of this page. 

Application Process

1. Submit the application materials. A complete application includes the "Work Permit Service" application form, the U.S. Student Insurance form, the program fee plus any insurance fees (if applicable), and any other documents requested for your country of training. Country-specific requirements are outlined in the application form. 
2. Your employer will register with the IAESTE office in their country. If your employer has not already done this, we will supply the contact information for our IAESTE counterpart.
3. Once registration is complete for both you and your employer (including all fees and completed applications), IAESTE will prepare and send you the appropriate working documents. Please note that the working documents will not be released until both you and your employer have registered with the appropriate IAESTE office.
4. If necessary, obtain a visa/permit for your country of training from that country's Embassy/Consulate General in the United States with guidance from our office. Visa/permit fees are the sole responsibility of the applicant.
5. You will depart the United States for your internship.

Application Forms
Students interning in Switzerland, please be certain to download the package which pertains to Switzerland. All other detinations may use the general application. If you have questions about the application forms, please contact us at iaeste@aipt.org.

Submit your completed application and any required fees to:

IAESTE United States
10400 Little Patuxent Parkway
Suite 250
Columbia, MD 21044
Fax: 410.997.2883
E-mail: iaeste@aipt.org

Work Permit Service Application
Work Permit Service Application for students interning in Switzerland

If you have any questions, contact us at 410.997.3069 or iaeste@aipt.org.

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