Internships
Gain international work experience while studying abroad. Internships are available at non-profit and start-up organizations in various fields such as art, business, education, public relations, social justice, and sustainability.
Key Facts
- Internships are optional
- Available only for the fall semester package
- Students enrolled in the internship are assessed an additional fee
- Internships may require an additional visa process
Language
You can intern in English.
Academics
You’ll take a course to guide your internship experience. To meet the course requirements, you may be required to participate in meetings, discussions, journaling, and a final project.
- The internship can replace a course
- Letter grade or pass/no pass credit
Arrangements
To arrange your internship, you may fill in a form or meet with an advisor. Depending on your goals and interests, you may find a match right away. You may also need to attend an interview to determine whether an internship placement is a good fit. You make most arrangements before you arrive.
It's important to know that your internship will be secured two weeks before the start of the program. This means that your internship placement will be close to when you depart the US.
Get an Award
Scoring academic credit while learning real-world skills during an internship is just the start. After your program ends, you can apply for an award. You’ll focus on the marketable skills you gained—an ideal addition to your résumé.
AWARD
$500
Learn About Internship Awards