All participants must carry health insurance, which has overseas coverage including hospitalization. Most insurance companies operate on a reimbursement basis, thus students are advised to have adequate financial resources for health emergencies. The Ohio International Agricultural and Horticultural Intern Program is grateful to the late Mervin G. Smith, Assistant Dean and Director of International Programs in Agriculture for annual grants awarded to students to offset travel costs. Awards are based on the participant's need, grades, extracurricular activities and work experience. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, however, five to six months lead time is required for placement.
Internships typically begin during spring or summer quarters.