Q: Who should I contact if I am interested in F/ASIP?
A: Send an email with any questions to fasip@mit.edu.

Q: What does the application process consist of?
A: To participate you need to complete a paper application which can be downloaded, follow the Application Process link for more details.

Q: Can I participate in both a Freshman Advising Seminar and F/ASIP or would that put me over the Freshman credit limit?
A: Yes! Participation in F/ASIP and a Freshman Advising Seminar do not conflict. You will receive credit for your FAS in fall semester, and credit for F/ASIP in Spring, so participating in both will not cause a problem with your credit limit. You are welcome to do both!

Q: Can I apply to F/ASIP if I have only a tentative career goal?
A: Yes! We encourage students of all interest areas and experience levels to participate in F/ASIP! If you are not yet sure of your career goals, you would benefit greatly from the program and its resources. While many MIT students come to college with an idea of what they want to study, there are also many who do not know what they want to pursue- and even more who change their minds once they get here! F/ASIP encourages students to explore their interests and abilities- first through networking with other students and professionals, and through other opportunities like employer on-campus lunches and externships, and eventually through a summer internship. The great thing about starting with internships early is that you will have a number of summers to explore different fields and industries before you start making post-graduation decisions.

Q: Can I apply to F/ASIP if I have very little or no prior work experience?
A: Yes! Plenty of F/ASIP students each year have limited or no professional experience before coming to MIT. You can work closely with your F/ASIP Advisor to identify types of internship opportunities that will match your interests and experience level, and also ways that you can build your resume and experiences during your freshman year.

Q: What are the main criteria for your selection process?
A: Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis (up to 100 students). Our main criteria for acceptance is that you put effort into each of the pieces of the application and demonstrate a genuine interest in participating in the program.

Q: Where are F/ASIP internships located?
A: The location of your internship depends on your own interests and priorities. We do not place students in internships, rather we provide the support, tools and resources to help you find an internship in your field of interest. Our students get internships across the country and around the world! Follow the Employer Resources link to find out more about the individuals companies who have participated in the past.

Q: What advantages does F/ASIP hold over an ordinary summer job or internship?
A: F/ASIP aims to enrich the internship experience by identifying for each student a summer mentor (usually an MIT alumnus/ae) at their internship site. Though some organization have their own mentoring programs for interns, most do not. In addition, students receive academic credit for their participation in the program.

Q: I'm unsure if I want a summer internship position. Should I still apply?
A: Yes, participation in the seminars alone is beneficial and will teach you the career development skills needed for your future. However, participating in F/ASIP is a time commitment and you should seriously consider this before you apply. Click here to review our Program Timeline

Q. How do the credits work with SP.800 and SP.801?
A: SP.800 is a 3-units graded course that you pre-register for the spring term. If you are successful in finding an internship for the summer, you will be eligible to enroll in SP.801for the fall of your sophomore year for another 3 units. If you complete F/ASIP, there is a total of 6 graded units possible.

Q: If I apply, am I guaranteed an internship?
A: Although we would like all applicants to have internships, we are unable to guarantee a position. SP.800 provides the resources, opportunities and training for you to connect with employers, and we strongly support you in your internship search. Typically, 85-90% of our students obtain an internship in one of their fields of interest.

Q: How should I submit my completed application?
A: You can submit your application via  mail, fax (617-253-8457) or via email to  fasip@mit.edu. If you choose to submit your application by email, please be sure to include a scanned version of your signed course requirements page with your signature.