Interned at the Consulate General of The Kingdom of Netherlands; from University of Amsterdam

“On a personal level, this internship pushed me to adapt to new environments, take on challenges independently, and find creative solutions when faced with uncertainty—skills that will serve me well in any future role. Moving across the world so suddenly was scary at first, but I couldn't have been happier with the choice I made and the opportunity I was given."

Interned at Expedition America; from Hogeschool Windesheim

“My internship in the United States has greatly broadened my worldview. I learned to live on my own, without family or friends around me. This forced me to start a new life in a completely different place. It improved my English skills in every way. It was also very educational to work in an international environment. This opportunity has greatly increased my passion to gain more work experience abroad in the future. I have gained more confidence in my future career and I am optimistic about the future.”

Interned at Wooden Boy Productions; from Amsterdam University of the Arts

“American culture is very social, extraverted, spontaneous and inclusive in my experience. People invite you quickly for gatherings, and as a result I built a very active and social life style. That is something I want to take back home with me.”

Interned at Massachusetts General Hospital; from Utrecht University

"This international experience has taught me a great deal and has been incredibly motivating. On a personal level, I have learned to put things into perspective more easily and have seen that different approaches and systems can be inspiring and effective in their own way. Professionally, I improved my English skills and built strong connections within this research group, which may be valuable for future collaborations. The experience has strengthened my ambition and broadened my perspective on working internationally."

Interned at University of Illinois, Chicago; from Hogeschool van Arnhem en Nijmegen

“I’ve worked in a research laboratory and my project was about creating bone marrow organoids. The PhD student in the lab were always helpful in teaching. I did this internship to gain more hands-on experience. I met so many professors and PhD students in my field, which will help me during my career.”

Interned at Mayo Clinic; from Radboud University Nijmegen

“I have gotten a very realistic view of how research works and how it is to be a researcher. I have been able to make connection there which I could use in my future career in for example the situation where I would want to return at a later stage in my career to this clinic. So, an invaluable network. I believe that in future job applications this achievement will also improve my Curriculum Vitae.”

Interned at Belden Inc.; from Hogeschool van Amsterdam

“I am immensely grateful for the opportunity to participate in the Dutch2USA Program, as it has provided me with a truly unforgettable and once-in-a-lifetime experience. I extend my sincerest thanks to all those who made this journey possible, as without your support, none of this would have been achievable. From day one at my internship, I felt a deep sense of value and respect, which has had a profound impact on my personal and professional growth.”

Interned at Zhang Lab at the University of California, Berkeley; from TU Eindhoven

“Beyond the scientific aspects, this experience broadened my perspective on the world. Having had limited opportunities to travel due to financial constraints, participating in this program a lowed me to immerse myself in a different culture and appreciate how diverse and expansive the world truly is.”

Interned at Columbia University New York; from TU Eindhoven

"Thanks to this program, I clearly have a goal in life, where I am eager to work for. Overall, this experience has not only strengthened my CV, but more importantly, it has given me direction and confidence for the next steps in my personal and professional journey."

Interned at Expedition America; from Inholland University of Applied Sciences

“Because I study tourism management this was the perfect internship. I got to see how the product development of tours works and how an idea becomes reality…My expectations got exceeded. I never expected to do so much traveling and fun this while also working.”