MISTI/GTL
Internships, research, a class, teaching, or study abroad!
What can you do while abroad?
$2,000 is divided equally between the fall and spring semesters and will credit to your student account along with other financial aid once you are registered for the semester
What is the MIT First Year Grant?
Easily accessible support hub for undergraduate students. Whether you're struggling with a PSET due to personal issues, feeling too sick to take an exam, considering taking time away from the Institute, or just aren't sure who to talk to, they can help.
What is S^3?
A 60-second compelling introduction about who you are, what you do, and why it matters. Begin a conversation and make meaningful connections with confidence when meeting new people.
What is an elevator pitch?
Victor Rosales
Who is the MAES president?
Every continent, except Antarctica
How many continents does MISTI offer students to go to?
February 15
What is the priority deadline for MIT Financial Aid?
February 26, 12pm
When is the Housing Intent Form due date?
Leetcode
What is a great website to study coding questions?
Google, Roblox, JPL
Who were/are some MAES sponsors?
For three to four weeks each January, participants travel abroad to teach STEM courses—and sometimes other topics including entrepreneurship and debate—to high school and university students.
What is the Global Teaching Lab (GTL) Program?
Fixed expenses 50%, Flexible spending 30%, Financial goals 20%
What is the MIT recommended budgeting strategy?
MIT’s primary on-campus resource for preventing and responding to interpersonal violence including sexual assault, dating and domestic violence, stalking, and sexual harassment.
What is Violence Prevention & Response
(VPR)?
One page, concise
How long should a resumé be?
To promote, cultivate, and honor excellence in education and leadership among Latino engineers and scientists.
What is the MAES Mission?
Usually cost-neutral for summer/IAP experiences and for study abroad your financial aid is matched at your university abroad.
What is the cost of studying through MISTI/GTL?
< $100,000
Monday through Friday from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM, either in person (7-104) or via Zoom.
When is Drop-In Advising at the Undergraduate Advising Center?
Handshake, career fairs, LinkedIn network
What is some resources MIT provides for helping find internships?
Robert Von Hatten, an aerospace electronics engineer with TRW Defense Space Systems in Redondo Beach, California
Who founded the idea for MAES National?
Language and program requirements, subjects taught, teaching formats, work schedule, housing, cultural expectations
What are some topics that the Global Teaching Lab (GTL) Program considers when looking for students to teach?
Students enrolled more than half-time, work at least 20 hours a week or participate in a state, or Federal Work-Study program
Who is eligible for SNAP benefits?
MIT’s hub for career advising, distinguished fellowships advising, prehealth advising, and professional development support. Work across the Institute to connect students, postdocs, and alumni with resources and support that empower them to build a rewarding career that makes a difference in the world.
What is the Career Advising and Professional Development (CAPD)?
Ask clarifying questions, walk through your work, ask for a moment to think if needed
What are some important things to do during a technical interview?
Esther Gonzales
Who is the current MAES National President?