International Engineering Internship (Germany Placement - TU Students Only)

Location: Fulda/Schlüchtern, Germany (international placement)

Program Summary:
MIRATECH is excited to partner with the University of Tulsa (TU) to offer a dynamic International Internship Program designed to provide qualified TU students with international exposure, cross-cultural learning, and hands-on experience in engineering. This program is a unique opportunity for students to study and gain real-world experience in Germany while working on innovative environmental and emission control technologies with MIRATECH.

Who Should Apply:
This internship is open only to students currently enrolled at the University of Tulsa who meet the following eligibility requirements:

• Enrolled in TU's International Engineering and Language Program

• Pursuing a STEM-related degree

• Demonstrating progress toward German language proficiency

Program Timeline & Structure:
This is a two-semester international program designed to align with both U.S. and German academic calendars:

• First Semester: Study abroad at the University of Siegen or another TU-approved exchange partner in Germany

• Second Semester: Internship opportunity with MIRATECH in Germany

Key Dates:

• German Semester Periods:

  • Winter: October 1 - March 31

  • Summer: April 1 - September 30

• Internship Start in Germany: After completing a semester course in Germany with the TU IEL program.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with international engineering teams on projects involving emissions control systems

• Contribute to product development, testing, or process improvement initiatives

• Participate in cross-cultural meetings and engineering reviews

• Support engineering documentation, data analysis, and hands-on technical tasks

• Represent TU and MIRATECH professionally abroad

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to travel and reside internationally for an extended period

• Willingness to learn and adapt in multicultural environments

• Strong communication skills and teamwork orientation

Additional Program Details & Support:

• Housing in Germany: Not provided, but MIRATECH can connect students with trusted housing contacts in the Fulda/Schlüchtern region

• Visa Support: MIRATECH provides documentation, but does not cover legal/visa fees

• Residence Permits: MIRATECH can assist with immigration procedures upon request

• Travel & Cost Responsibilities (Student):

  • Housing expenses (U.S. & Germany)

  • Travel and visa-related fees

  • Living expenses during study and work abroad