Overview
ILR has partnered with the University of Warwick to offer first- and second-year ILR students the opportunity to participate in TeamWork, a unique virtual international summer experience.
The TeamWork Virtual International Program, led by the University of Warwick in the United Kingdom, is a flexible part-time virtual international experience program that brings together small multidisciplinary teams of 6-8 students from select universities around the world to collaborate on project provided by an organization. TeamWork has been designed with the flexibility to fit alongside other work or experience students may wish to undertake in the summer.
Who will be participating?
For Summer 2024, students from the following institutions will be participating in TeamWork:
- Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi
- ILR School, Cornell University
- Shanghai Jiao Tong University
- Stellenbosch University
- University of Toronto
- University of Warwick
What will the projects focus on?
Projects will be provided by organizations from around the world and from a wide range of sectors. Prior knowledge or experience is not necessary to be assigned to a particular sector. Students applying to this program will rank the sectors and types of projects in which they are interested in their order of preference; however, placement in a specific sector or on a specific type of project cannot be guaranteed.
Summer 2024 Organization Sectors
- Sustainability & Social Impact
- Global Health and Wellbeing
- Charity/Not for Profit
- Finance
- Technology
Summer 2024 Project Types
- Marketing and Social Media
- Consultancy/Business Transformation
- Innovation
*Please note that this is an unpaid, non credit-bearing program.
What are some sample projects?
| Afghanistan-based charity |
Project: Examine why street working children in Algeria and India cannot access education and the feasibility of replicating an existing Afghanistan program in these countries. |
| Mexico-based ecological company |
Project: Help to create a mangrove research center that provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the conservation of mangroves through the promotion of science and a better understanding of their importance. |
| World-leading consultancy company |
Project: Explore applications of blockchain, web3, and metaverse (innovative internet technology) on FMCG organizations to help with their growth and to determine to what extent these applications affect sustainability and potential survival of these firms. |
What is unique about this program?
- Only open to ILR first-years and sophomores;
- Have the flexibility to participate in TeamWork alongside another summer activity;
- Work with a multidisciplinary team of students from around the world;
- Gain valuable international experience, and build intercultural skills;
- Strengthen your communication, leadership, virtual/remote work, and teamwork skills;
- Discover more about yourself and explore your career options; and
- Develop a global network of friends and meet potential employers.
Program Dates
Mandatory Intercultural Training Workshop: April/Date TBD*
Induction Program: May; each university will offer a live online workshop as part of the whole student preparation for the TeamWork program.
Virtual TeamWork Experience: 4 weeks, June 24 to July 19, 2024 (minimum of 10 hours per week)
*Only students who complete the mandatory intercultural training workshop will be eligible to move forward and receive a team and organization placement.
Eligibility
Review the "Requirements" tab for general program eligibility. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and applications will close if all spots are filled prior to the application deadline. When considering students for acceptance, in addition to ensuring that an applicant meets the general eligibility requirements, strength of application and applicant background will also be taken into consideration to align with TeamWork's goal of bringing together diverse teams to work together on a project. Students also have to meet with the program advisor as part of the application process during which a brief, informal interview will be conducted with questions related to the TeamWork program. Responses to these questions will also be taken into consideration as part of the applicant review process. If necessary, a virtual follow-up interview may also be required.
Note: ILR students participating in another ILR summer program are not eligible to apply to TeamWork. This includes the following programs: ILR India/Zambia Global Service Learning Programs, the ILR Buffalo High Road Fellowship Program, the ILR Summer Research Fellowship Program, and the ILR-Warwick Summer Exchange Program.
How do I apply?*
1. Meet with the program advisor in ILR (Tamara Ingram, tsi4@cornell.edu) to discuss your plans and eligibility. As part of the meeting, there will be a brief, informal interview with questions related to the TeamWork program. Note: Students can submit the application and schedule this meeting after having submitted the application. It is not necessary to meet prior to submitting the application.
2. Complete the online application by clicking on the "Apply" button on this web page. You must log in with your NetID and password to access the application.
