Experience with ASSIST program: Internship placements in Russia?

[Linda H. Scatton]

The son of an acquaintance is considering a 6-month stay in Moscow under the
auspices of the American Slavic Student Internship Service and Training
Corporation (ASSIST). For its fees, ASSIST promises internship placements,
housing, orientation to life in Russia.  Does anyone have experience with this
organization?  It's run out of Portland, OR.  Is it legit, reliable?  Are the pl
   acements
for real?  Any advice/background would be appreciated.
  Thanks in advance.
Linda Scatton
SUNY System Administration
Albany, NY