Who to Contact
- International Co-op Coordinator
- 215.895.2185
Compensation & Insurance
In most cases, compensation is significantly below U.S. rates. Usually, students are paid enough to break even while sustaining a modest lifestyle in the host country. In some fields, such as design, only unpaid positions are available. It is not realistic to expect to save a significant amount of money.
Students must have health insurance which provides coverage outside the U.S. In some countries, especially in Europe, students may be covered by a national insurance plan, but historically there are significant gaps in the coverage. Therefore, students should review their existing U.S. health insurance plans to determine what coverage is provided outside the U.S. If it is not comprehensive, supplementary insurance can be purchased.
