Haliç University Internship Opportunities

Haliç University provides a spectrum of internship (traineeship) options designed to bridge academic learning and professional practice. These opportunities are accessible through Erasmus+ mobility, bilateral exchange agreements, strategic corporate partnerships, and coursework-integrated placements — enabling students to gain hands-on experience in engineering, creative industries, textiles, performing arts, business, and health-related fields.

Core Internship Channels

• Erasmus+ Traineeship Mobility
  • Full-time traineeships (minimum 30 hours/week) in program countries for a recommended minimum of 60 days.
  • Placements must be directly related to students’ fields of study and deliver measurable learning outcomes.
  • Students receive EU-funded support and academic recognition when managed through approved agreements.
• Incoming and Outgoing Exchange Programs
  • Exchange students can complete internships or study modules at Haliç University, often for periods between 2 and 12 months, based on home institution nominations and approved learning agreements.
  • Incoming students must satisfy nomination and language criteria and submit documents by published deadlines.
• University–Industry Collaborations
  • Haliç University actively develops relationships with industry partners — for example, textile and manufacturing collaborations that place students into operational roles for applied learning.
  • These partnerships are designed to create talent pipelines and realistic workplace training.
• Curriculum-Integrated Internships
  • Many departments integrate laboratory work, applied research, studio practice, and performance into mandatory or elective trainee modules to ensure internships align with academic credit and competency frameworks.

Erasmus+ Eligibility and Application Requirements (Practical Checklist)

• GPA Criteria:
  • Undergraduate: minimum 2.20 / 4.00
  • Graduate: minimum 2.50 / 4.00
• Minimum placement: 60 days recommended; full-time minimum 30 hours/week.
• Application windows: follow university deadlines and internal Erasmus+ office timelines.
• Recent graduates: may participate if they apply before graduation and complete mobility within one year of graduating.
• Reapplication: previous Erasmus+ participants can reapply if they haven’t exceeded cumulative mobility limits.
• Steps for Applicants:
  1. Secure an approved internship position in a program country.
  2. Obtain departmental approval and a signed Learning Agreement for Traineeship.
  3. Submit Erasmus+ application to Haliç University’s mobility office by deadlines.
  4. Complete administrative checks (insurance, grant agreements, reporting).

How Haliç Integrates Internships with Curriculum and Industry Needs

Haliç University emphasizes experiential learning across faculties:

• Engineering and Applied Sciences:

  Internships link students to Istanbul’s industrial clusters and research labs for applied projects and product development.

• Arts, Design and Performing Arts:

  Studio placements, gallery internships, and performance-based traineeships are integrated to support professional portfolios.

• Textile and Manufacturing:

  Partnerships with local textile companies deliver production-floor internships and supply-chain exposure.

• Business and Creative Industries:

  Internships in marketing, communications, and digital media connect students with Istanbul’s creative districts.

Actionable Guidance for International Student Recruiters and Admissions Teams

These practical steps help you recruit and support interns at Haliç University:

Partnership Development and Nomination

• Formalize nomination procedures with the Haliç international relations office to enable incoming exchange students and trainees.
• Ensure your candidates meet English-language and learning agreement requirements before nomination.

Admissions Messaging and Candidate Screening

• Highlight Erasmus+ availability and partnership-specific internship opportunities in recruitment materials.
• Screen candidates for field-specific readiness, language skills, and professional expectations (e.g., full-time weeks, deliverables, reporting).

Operational Checklist for Successful Placements

• Confirm Learning Agreement for Traineeship details (tasks, learning outcomes, ECTS if applicable).
• Verify insurance, visa/permit requirements, and grant agreements.
• Set up mentoring and assessment plans between academic supervisors and host company supervisors.
• Plan mid-placement check-ins and final evaluation to ensure both parties meet expectations.

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