General Questions
Is ALIEEP a credible organization?
ALIEEP maintains several partnerships with school systems, academic institutions, and government agencies. For example, ALIEEP is commissioned by the Alabama State Legislature and funded by the Department of Education and Commission of Higher Education.
Additionally, we have partnerships with the Ministries of Education in South Korea and Taiwan.
For more information about our partnerships, click here: [insert link]
Are you a religious and/or political organization?
ALIEEP does not align with any religious or political organizations. We are a nonprofit making a positive impact on Alabama’s citizens and economic prosperity.
How can I work at your organization?
If you are interested in full-time or part-time employment, please refer to our careers page here: [insert link]. It contains our most recent openings.
Other Questions
What visas are ALIEEP able to provide?
ALIEEP sponsors H-1 B visas for S.T.E.A.M. Educator candidates. However, some may be approved for the J-1 visa, requiring them to return home upon contract completion.
Regarding the internship exchange program, all participants are sponsored with a J-1 visa.
Is Alabama welcoming to foreigners?
Unknown to many, Alabama is home to many different cultures and communities. The presence of manufacturing companies such as Hyundai, Kia, Mazda, and Mercedes has diversified the state’s economy. In Montgomery, we have a larger Korean population alongside Vietnamese and Chinese. Southern hospitality welcomes all in a warm, understanding, and friendly atmosphere.
Are ALIEEP internship opportunities only for international students?
No, ALIEEP provides internship opportunities for both domestic and international students. For domestic students, ALIEEP offers customizable internships tailored to students’ majors and career goals. Historically, our international interns/trainees participating in the Intern Exchange Program come to ALIEEP for a specific area of focus, such as accounting, education, or marketing.
How many teachers have been placed with the S.T.EA.M. Educator Program?
Currently, eight educators have been placed through the S.T.E.A.M. Educator Program across Alabama. We foresee more placements in the coming months and years.
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