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The things you'll wonder about and want to know before you commit.
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Cost of living [ $$$ ]
$2,500–3,500
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Accomodation
NOC supports housing search. Most students share apartments in Palo Alto, Redwood City, or San Francisco
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Stipend & awards
Most students receive an internship stipend from their host company. NOC awards available via Awards & Scholarships
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Visa
J-1 Exchange Visitor visa, sponsored through NOC's partnership infrastructure. Process begins ~3 months before departure
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Language
English -
Climate
Mediterranean Pack for layering -
Time zone
UTC−8 (PST) -
Getting around
Caltrain spine between SF and SJ. A car helps but isn't required.
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The things you'll wonder about and want to know before you commit.
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Cost of living [ $$$ ]
$2,500–3,500
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Accomodation
NOC supports housing search. Most students share apartments in Palo Alto, Redwood City, or San Francisco
-
Stipend & awards
Most students receive an internship stipend from their host company. NOC awards available via Awards & Scholarships
-
Visa
J-1 Exchange Visitor visa, sponsored through NOC's partnership infrastructure. Process begins ~3 months before departure
-
Language
English -
Climate
Mediterranean Pack for layering -
Time zone
UTC−8 (PST) -
Getting around
Caltrain spine between SF and SJ. A car helps but isn't required.