International Internship Program
- Duration
- 1–3 months
- Cost
- $1,000 (approximately ₹1 lakh)
- Apply
- First batch: July–October; second batch: January–March
KPR International Centre
KIC: KPRIET and the world, connected.
Students from 19+ countries study with us in Coimbatore. KPRIETians study, intern and exchange across 40+ partner universities abroad.
30+
Visiting Professors
45+
MoUs
15+
Partner Countries
19+
On-Campus Countries
45+
Partner Universities
175+
Students Abroad Since 2022
About
KIC connects KPRIET to the world: bringing together students from 19+ countries to pursue engineering at Coimbatore, while opening global opportunities for KPRIETians through semesters abroad, international internships, exchange programmes, and higher studies across 40+ partner universities.
KIC plays an important role in liaisoning with various internal departments to facilitate the exchange of students and faculty between KPRIET and International Universities, or students/ individuals/ researchers seeking admission/ affiliation at the Institute.
- Facilitate and enhance the global visibility over the profile of KPRIET.
- Develop, coordinate and strengthen international linkages.
- Facilitate, assist and help students to pursue International Internship Programs (IIP)
- Progressively increase the scope of Higher studies through Abroad Programmes
- Provide a base to assist UG, PG, Research scholars and faculty members for career advancement and contribute towards enhancing bilateral relations.
Global Partnerships
KPRIET is constantly developing partnerships across the world to ensure that it delivers teaching which takes students to the frontiers of knowledge and produces graduates who can compete in the global job market.
In addition to numerous international research partnerships, Overseas Training Program, Semester Away Program and Student Exchange Programs are planned and executed by KIC team
Your Global Journey Starts Here.
Whether you're joining KPRIET from across the world or taking your KPRIET experience beyond India, KIC connects you to a global community of learning, collaboration, and opportunity. Explore international study, exchange programmes, internships, and higher-education opportunities that bring the world to KPRIET—and take KPRIET to the world.
Opportunities
Semester Abroad
- Duration
- 4–6 months
- Cost
- $2,000 (approximately ₹1.8 lakh)
- Apply
- Anytime
International Immersion Program
- Duration
- 5–15 days
- Cost
- $1,000 (approximately ₹1 lakh)
- Apply
- Anytime
Higher Education Abroad
- Duration
- Depends on the programme
- Cost
- Depends on the programme
- Apply
- 1 year in advance
KPRIET'iens: International Internship and Higher Education
Members
Dr. M. A. Manikandan
Director
Dr. T. Rameshkumar
Assistant Director
Mr. R. Vignesh
Coordinator
Department Coordinators
Visiting Professors
Prof.Dr.Ahmed Abdelgawad
USA
Prof.Dr. Lenka Svecova Czech
Prof.Dr.Saad Mekhilef
Australia
Prof. Ir. Dr. Fauziahanim Binti Che Seman
Malaysia
Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Tobias Preckel
Germany
Prof. Dr. Keshav Dahal
UK
Prof. Dr. M. Shridhar
USA
Prof. Dr. Daniel Einarson
Sweden
Ir. Eur. Ing. Ts. Dr. Lau Chee Yong
Malaysia
Prof. Dr. Saravanan Muthaiyah
Malaysia
Prof. Dr. -Ing. Bernhard Glück
Germany
Prof. Dr. Fan Su-Ling
Taiwan
Prof. Dr. Hee Yong Youn
South Korea
Prof. Dr. Nicolas Gascoin
France
Prof. Dr. Yoshimitsu Uemura
Japan
Prof. Dr. Thomas Carlous
Germany
Prof. Dr. Fauziah Ahmad
Malaysia
Prof. Ahmad Shukri Yahaya
Malaysia
Prof. Dr. Po-Ming Lee
Taiwan
Prof. Dr. Kyung Tae Kim
South Korea
Prof. Dr. John F. Wager
USA
Prof. Ir EUR. ING. Vinesh Thiruchelvam
Malaysia
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Salehi Shahraki
Australia
Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Hjh. Hamidah Mohd Saman
Malaysia
Prof. Dr. Raju Aedla
Japan
Prof. Dr. Julia Binti Juremi
Malaysia
Collaborations
Southern Taiwan University of Science and Technology, Taiwan
Yuan Ze University, Taiwan
Jeonbuk National University, South Korea
Tamkang University, Taiwan
Lawrence Technological University, USA
Virginia Commonwealth University, USA
Ming Chi University of Technology, Taiwan, India during October 2023
National Central University, Taiwan, India during October 2023
Providence University, Taiwan, India during October 2023
CEBU Institute of Technology University, Philippines Taiwan, India during May 2024
Ecole Centrale Nantes, France
University of the West of Scotland, UK
Fraunhofer Institute of material and Beam Technology, Germany
Kristianstad University, Sweden
Esaip, France
National Central University, Taiwan
Neoma Business School, France
Ming Chi University of Technology, Taiwan
Sunway University, Malaysia
Azerbaijan State Oil and State University, Azerbaijan
National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan
Universiti Teknologi Petronas, Malaysia
Universite Catholique De L'ouest, France
Asian Institute of Technology, Thailand
INTI International University & Colleges, Malaysia
Providence University, Taiwan
Multimedia University, Malaysia
Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia, Malaysia
CEBU Institute of Technology University, Philippines
Harran Universiti, Turkey
Management & Science University, Malaysia
Dambi Dollo University, Ethiopia
Mattu University, Ethiopia
Asia Pacific University of Technology and Innovation, Malaysia
Delta University, Egypt
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia
Pharmaceutical Technical University, Uzbekistan
University Malaysia Sarawak, Malaysia
Lincoln University, Malaysia
Ethiopian Water Technology Institute, Ethiopia
Hawassa University, Ethiopia
Student Feedback
As a Zimbabwean student pursuing Chemical Engineering in India, my college journey has been a truly enriching experience, both academically and personally. I have had the opportunity to build meaningful friendships, embrace a new culture, and create memories that I will always cherish. Beyond the academic knowledge I have gained, college has also taught me valuable life lessons that have contributed greatly to my personal growth and development.
Nkosilati Isheanesu Mazvimbakupa
As an international student pursuing Electronics and Communication Engineering at KPRIET, I can confidently say that I am developing into more than just an engineer.
KPR is a community that believes in the overall development of its students. Through classroom learning, internships, projects, and competitions, I have grown technically, while opportunities in public speaking, debating, leadership, and intercultural interactions have helped me discover talents beyond academics.
Today, I can confidently say that KPR is equipping me not only with the skills to become an engineer, but also with the confidence and exposure to step into the world beyond college.
Fortune F Muberekwa
SDG Activities
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Contact Information
International Admissions
international@kpriet.ac.inInternational Partnerships and Programs
go.kic@kpriet.ac.inPhone
+91 8807801059Office Hours
Monday–Saturday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. IST
