FAQ for International Students
Do you have special career services for international students?
All international students (including exchange students) can request career advising appointments. Our advisors are all fluent in English and experienced to walk you through your job & internship search.
CDC organizes My Career Abroad 101 which is a career event exclusively created to meet international students’ needs. The event includes practical information on how to search jobs & internships in Turkey as well as inspirational talks and networking sessions with professionals and international alumni. Check out last two years’ events here.
How well do I need to know Turkish to secure an internship / job position?
It depends on the position and the requirements of the Company. That being said,
improving your fluency in Turkish would be a good strategy to maximize your chance to secure a position in Turkish companies. Check out International Community Office’s web page dedicated to resources for learning and practicing Turkish.
CDC organizes My Career Abroad 101 which is a career event exclusively created to meet international students’ needs. The event includes practical information on how to search jobs & internships in Turkey as well as inspirational talks and networking sessions with professionals and international alumni. Check out last two years’ events here.
Can I have an internship experience in Turkey?
The University approves your internship only for the summer terms. Internships during the academic terms are not acceptable and the insurance is not covered bu the University.
Get in touch with the Academic & Administrative Coordinator of your Faculty to learn more about the procedures for mandatory and voluntary summer practices. You can check out CDC’s job & internship portal KUcareerlink for positions eligible to international students. To further discuss strategies to find an internship in Turkey, you can take an appointment from our advisors.