When we say “real world Philadelphia”, we’re not talking about MTV. With the ability to gain valuable hands-on-experience at hundreds of area businesses, biotech companies, law firms, state-of-the-art laboratories and world renowned theaters, in Philadelphia you’ll be earning more than a degree.

In this city, colleges, businesses and civic leaders work hand-in-hand. It’s not uncommon for Philadelphia students to learn from CEO’s of international corporations or Nobel Prize-winning scientists.

Only Philadelphia has an internship fair specifically designed for international students, pairing them up with major employers in the region for an unforgettable professional experience.

Philadelphia is considered “the birthplace of American innovation”. The region invests more than $700 million in research and development every year and sees more local patents issued than New York City or San Francisco.