Dutch2USA Internship Grant
Dutch2USA Internship Program
Looking to intern in the U.S.? The Dutch2USA grant offers support to high-achieving and low-income Dutch students, providing financial support, a travel stipend, and visa support to attain experiential, uniquely international work experience in the United States.
The Process:
Student is capable of and eager to travel and live independently in the United States for an internship
Student does research using the internet and/or connections through their university
Student finds and secures the internship
Student completes this application for financial support at the Netherlands America Foundation (NAF)
Student completes an interview process with NAF
Explore
You secure the internship. Your drive starts the process.
Work
In top U.S. organizations for up to 6 months.
Experience
Immersion in American culture.
Internship Funding Support Includes:
A monthly stipend of $1,500 for 3-6 months
To qualify for the program, students must provide proof in the application that they receive or have received aanvullende beurs.
$1,000 Travel reimbursement
Support in securing a visa
$1,000 refundable housing deposit
Health insurance (through the visa provided by the NAF)
U.S. Internships Change Lives
This extraordinary opportunity is designed for those with a strong spirit of adventure and purpose. You will secure your own internship and housing, with financial support from us. While abroad, you will be working and learning at the finest institutions, exposing yourself to new ideas, pathways, and people. You will build self-confidence, make lasting friends and connections, and broaden your perspective in ways you never anticipated. If you are ready to see how far you can go and how successful you can become, we are ready to get you there.
Interested in learning more? Contact us to schedule a call with an alum of the Dutch2USA program.
Previous interns have ended up at companies like:
Space is available, but time is of the essence!
Rolling application deadlines (March 31, June 30, September 30, and December 31) mean there are always upcoming opportunities.
“I think going to the United States, and to such an inspiring research environment, was just what I needed to reignite my spark. I will forever be grateful to the Dutch2USA program and I hope to be able to contribute in the future so that others can have a similar experience.”
Blom Kraakman
University of Amsterdam, Interned at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory
“To me, Seattle will always be unforgettable. I now have a third home there, with friends, colleagues and memories that will stay with me until I visit Seattle again. This internship was an incredible journey, with both ups and downs, that I would repeat without a doubt.”
Sila Algul
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Interned at University of Washington, Seattle
“Living and working in the US gave me exposure to a different work culture, which allowed me to compare and contrast the European and American approaches to scientific research. I found the optimism and attitude of dreaming bigger in the US to be inspiring, and it has given me more confidence in tackling difficult challenges. The NAF scholarship was critical in making this experience possible for me, and I am grateful for their support.”
Fawad Omar
Wageningen University, Interned at Harvard Medical School’s Church Lab
“I have always been very attracted to the United States as a country. I find its culture very intriguing and I love how open and welcoming the people are. In addition, it is home to so many universities that conduct ground-breaking research. It has just been wonderful to experience and be a part of this research community. I have made some great connections and expanded my professional network…I would like to express my deep gratitude to The Netherland-America Foundation and its sponsors. The Dutch2USA Internship program has given me the opportunity to develop myself in countless ways, both professionally and personally. I've made dear friends for life and memories that I will cherish for the rest of my life.”
Tren Baltussen
Eindhoven University of Technology, Interned at The Ohio State University Center for Automotive Research
“As a Dutch person, it is the norm to think, ‘act normal, you are already special as is,’ which can keep you grounded but can also keep you from achieving your ‘crazy’ dreams. In the USA, dreams can't be big enough. I really liked this mindset and will try to keep this with me in my grounded home country.”
Renske de Jong
Utrecht University, Interned at Mount Sinai Hospital
“Although the cost of living is San Francisco is very high, I have come to understand why so many people enjoy living there, and I am just so grateful that I received your support to have this experience and live and study in this amazing city for the past 8 months…In the future, I hope to combine clinical work with research activities as a clinician-scientist, and I truly believe this incredible research experience at UCSF has been the best possible preparation for that. I am hugely grateful for the support of the Netherland-America Foundation throughout this internship and I will work hard to one day be able to give back, and support future students like me to realize their dream.”
Tambinh Bui
Utrecht University, Interned at the University of California, San Francisco van ‘t Veer Lab
Eligibility criteria:
- You must be 20 years or older when starting your internship
- You are studying at, or a recent graduate of, a Dutch college or university (HBO or WO)
- You are high-achieving and your grade average is at least 7.0/10.0
- You are receiving ‘aanvullende beurs’ from the Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs (DUO) in the Netherlands. If you do not receive aanvullende beurs, you must provide a sufficient explanation for why you do not. If you advance to the interview stage with the selection committee, you will be asked to expand upon your family’s economic background.
- You have either secured an internship or are in the process of applying for an internship and can show proof of having applied to an American company or organization. Applicants with an internship will be prioritized; however, if you do not have an internship, you can still apply, but you must show proof of having applied to multiple internships. The NAF may be able to make a connection between you and a host company, but we cannot guarantee any matches or placements.
- You have, or will have, permanent ties to the Netherlands
- If still in university, your internship is approved by your university
- Your knowledge of English is sufficient
- Your internship complies with the requirements of the US government for a J-1 visa and you will not be interning under the ESTA
