Life in the Global Internship Program
The Global Internship program includes career seminars (with most programs), meals (with most programs), planned weekend events, résumé and interview coaching (on most programs), summer housing, and transportation to and from work—all in addition to guaranteed internship placement in your field. It is the complete career development package, in a safe environment, surrounded by hundreds of motivated college students from universities around the world. Here’s more about the activities, events, housing and meals available in each location.
Barcelona
The Global Internship program in Barcelona is an all-inclusive program that provides students with the opportunity to live, learn and work in one of the most culturally diverse cities on the Mediterranean Sea. The population of Barcelona speaks both Catalan and Spanish. Beaches, beautiful parks, famous architecture, historic stadiums, and live music and theaters all exist within the city limits. Barcelona is also popular for shopping, and Las Ramblas is a famous series of five streets that connect to become one of the finest pedestrian boulevards in the world, filled with cafés, shops, street performers and much more.
Barcelona also provides a fascinating variation on Spanish culture. It shows a slightly different side of Spain than you might find elsewhere, due to its geography, history and influences. The resistance of the Catalans over time has left the city with a free-spirited exuberance that both charms and welcomes visitors. The strong cultural and linguistic roots of Catalonia are deeply embedded in the city’s past and give Barcelona much of its unique flavor.
A number of Barcelona internships are available in almost all industries, most notably in communications, event planning, journalism, public relations and publishing.
Language Proficiency
The more Spanish a student speaks overall, the more opportunities and options they’ll have during the internship placement process. However, fluency is not necessary to participate in the program. Students with lower Spanish proficiency may be paired at internship sites with students who have stronger Spanish skills for specific projects.
Housing and Meal Plan
Located at the Residencia La Salle Bonanova, housing features include
- a 7-10 minutes from the city center,
- public transportation (Metro and buses),
- totally furnished apartments and kitchenettes,
- gym facilities and
- provided meal plans (breakfasts and dinners).
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a wine tour,
- a visit to Montserrat,
- a trip to Tossa de Mar and
- an overnight Trip (location TBD).
Boston
Expand your work experience in a major U.S. city that’s known for advertising, high finance, marketing, sports and many other marquee industries. You’ll also have access to a complete career development program as you test-drive Boston.
The Global Internship program in Boston provides an incredible opportunity for students to easily make the short-term transition to interning in Boston over the summer. Customized internship placements, housing, meals and weekend trips are all included in the program.
On top of a great internship, we roll out the red carpet and show the group the best tourist destinations in Boston, such as a tour of the city, a play or a comedy show, a trip to Fenway Park, a dinner cruise on the harbor and an overnight trip to Cape Cod.
Included in the Global Internship program is a customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you will begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to your departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries, including advertising, event planning, finance, journalism, marketing, public relations, publishing, sports and others.
Housing and Meal Plan
Located at the Colonial Building Residence Hall at Emerson College, housing features include
- internet, cable TV and phone service in your room;
- soundproof rehearsal spaces;
- common, full kitchens;
- laundry facilities and common lounges; and
- meal plans provided at Emerson dining facilities on campus.
Program Events and Activities
Activities include
- a play or comedy show,
- a dinner dance cruise,
- a Red Sox baseball game and
- an overnight trip to Cape Cod.
Chicago
Travel to Chicago and spend your summer in the third largest city in the U.S. You’ll be surrounded by both the Lake Michigan beachfront and sprawling skyscrapers. Expand your work experience with a fast-paced internship in marketing, public relations, sports and many other marquee industries. You’ll also have access to a complete career development program as you test-drive Chicago.
The Global Internship program in Chicago provides an incredible opportunity for students to easily make the short-term transition to interning in Chicago over the summer. Customized internship placement, housing, meals and weekend trips are all included in the program.
On top of a great internship, we roll out the red carpet and show the group the best tourist destinations in Chicago, including an architecture tour, a play or a comedy show, a trip to Wrigley Field and a dinner cruise on Lake Michigan.
Included in the Global Internship program is customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you will begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries, including advertising, event planning, finance, journalism, marketing, public relations, publishing and more.
Housing and Meal Plan
Located at the University Center on State Street in Chicago’s thriving South Loop neighborhood, housing features include
- shared bedrooms with one roommate and two suitemates, connected by a shared bathroom;
- high-speed internet, phone service and satellite TV;
- a fitness center and access to pool, ping-pong and shuffleboard;
- a computer center, a multimedia room and study lounges;
- laundry facilities;
- a great room and an outdoor garden terrace with bike storage;
- 24/7 management, maintenance and security staff; and
- meal plans provided at the Center Dining facilities on site.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a comedy show at Second City,
- a dinner cruise on Lake Michigan and
- a Cubs baseball game.
Dublin
Our partner in the Dublin Global Internship program is the Foundation for International Education, a nonprofit study abroad organization that coordinates education experiences abroad for many major American universities to provide education space and student housing in central Dublin.
Housing
Located in central Dublin, housing features include
- totally furnished apartments with kitchens (2 to 3 bedrooms per apartment) and
- WiFi access.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a walking tour of Dublin,
- a group welcome dinner,
- a Howth cliff walk,
- a visit to a farmers market,
- a sport event (typically Gaelic football),
- a traditional Irish music night,
- an excursion to Bull Island Beach,
- a visit to Causey Farm and
- a visit to Abbey Theatre.
Hong Kong
The Global Internship program in Hong Kong provides great opportunities to intern in a developing world economy known for its innovation. In Hong Kong, the modern stands side by side with the traditional. It’s a city that boasts many seemingly contradictory titles. One of these, the East-meets-West cultural aspect, is enduringly interesting.
Both fast-paced and personal, Hong Kong offers a distinct blend of Chinese tradition and a wealth of influences from international waters. It is a city of multiple islands with an amazing skyline and exceptional architecture. Navigation within the city is easy, as it has a modern public transportation system and signs are in both English and Chinese.
Language Proficiency
As most businesses in Hong Kong conduct their daily work in English, Chinese (Cantonese or Mandarin) proficiency is not required to participate. Those students who do have either Cantonese or Mandarin proficiency will have a greater number of internship options available to them.
Because of Hong Kong’s developing economy, it is a very competitive market for internships in many industries such as art, advertising, communications, marketing, public relations and others.
Housing and Meal Plan
The program housing is located the Grand Blossom Apartments in Hung Hom. Amenities include
- a front desk associate and security office;
- totally furnished bedrooms;
- complimentary ethernet connections, desks, beds and linens;
- biweekly cleaning service;
- air conditioning;
- common kitchens per apartment (shared with two other roommates);
- 24-hour onsite staff and support; and
- the Octopus Card, which holds funds that can be redeemed at grocery stores, restaurants and snack shops all over Hong Kong.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a trip to a horse race,
- a tour of Lantau Island,
- a tour of Cheng Chau Island,
- a tour of Hong Kong and
- a trip to Victoria Peak.
London
Join your classmates for an exciting summer in the capital city of England. Not only will you work hard at your internship, you’ll be able to participate in dozens of events that include an overnight trip to Paris, a visit to Stonehenge and a dinner cruise under the Tower Bridge.
The Global Internship program in London is an all-inclusive, eight-week program that provides students with the opportunity to live, learn and work in one of the leading global cities in the world that’s also the most popular destination for college students.
Included in the Global Internship program is a customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you’ll begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to your departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries including advertising, fashion, film, finance, event planning, public relations and many others.
Housing and Meal Plan
Located in Camden, you’ll be steps away from everything you need in Stay City. Housing features include
- studio apartments with double beds;
- private kitchenettes, en suite bathrooms and showers;
- Wi-Fi access;
- a lounge area with a pool table, a large TV, and a café on site;
- proximity to Camden Market and a three-minute walk to the Tube station;
- 24-hour security in the lobby; and
- meal plans.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a Shakespeare day trip,
- a dinner dance cruise,
- a day trip to Stonehenge and Bath, and
- an overnight trip to Paris.
Los Angeles
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work in Hollywood? You can get a behind-the-scenes look at the largest companies in Los Angeles. Intern on the back lot of a major motion picture, jump in front of the camera or walk the red carpet and brush elbows with celebrities.
The Global Internship program in Los Angeles provides incredible opportunities for students to easily make the short-term transition to interning in LA over the summer. Customized internship placements, housing at UCLA and weekend trips are all included in the program.
On top of a great internship, we roll out the red carpet and show the group the best tourist destinations in LA, including a tour of Hollywood, surf lessons in Huntington Beach, an overnight trip to Las Vegas and a night out in Hollywood.
Included in the Global Internship program is a customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you will begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to your departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries including advertising, broadcast journalism, event planning, fashion PR, film, finance, journalism, marketing, publishing, public relations and others.
Housing
Located on the UCLA campus in Westwood Village and near Bel-Air, housing features include
- fully furnished apartments;
- full kitchens;
- wireless internet;
- access to a basketball, tennis and volleyball courts, a bookstore, fitness classes, a gym, and a pool;
- 24/7 management, maintenance and security staff.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a tour of Hollywood,
- a farewell dinner,
- a beach and surf day,
- a Dodgers baseball game and
- an overnight trip to Las Vegas.
Miami
Head to South Beach for the summer and gain valuable internship experience for your résumé while you rub elbows with celebrities.
The Global Internship program provides incredible opportunities for students to easily make the short-term transition to interning in Miami over the summer. Customized internship placements, housing, a meal plan and weekend trips are all included in the program.
On top of a great internship, we roll out the red carpet and show the group the best tourist destinations in Miami, including a tour of South Beach and the Everglades, a dinner cruise along Biscayne Bay, and a day at the beach.
Included in the Global Internship program is a customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you will begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to your departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries. Advertising, broadcast journalism, event planning, fashion PR, finance, journalism, marketing, public relations,publishing and more.
Housing and Meal Plan
Strategically situated along the Biscayne Bay at Fortune House, housing features include
- fully furnished apartments;
- full kitchens;
- access to a fitness center, outdoor pools and heated jacuzzis; and
- 24/7 management, maintenance and security staff.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a tour of South Beach,
- a tour of the Everglades,
- a trip to the Miami Seaquarium,
- a day at the beach,
- a dinner cruise on Biscayne Bay and
- an overnight trip to Key West.
New York City
From Times Square to Greenwich Village to SoHo, explore all the neighborhoods of New York City while gaining career experience with some of the largest internationally known companies.
The Global Internship program provides incredible opportunities for students to easily make the short-term transition to interning in New York City over the summer. Customized internship placements, housing at NYU and weekend trips are all included in the program.
On top of a great internship, we roll out the red carpet and show the group the best tourist destinations in the city, including a tour of New York, a night on Broadway, an overnight trip to Washington, D.C., and a dinner cruise on the Hudson River.
Included in the Global Internship program is a customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you will begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to your departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries, including advertising, broadcast journalism, event planning, fashion PR, finance, journalism, marketing, public relations, publishing and many others.
Housing
Located at the Beekman Residential Hall near Wall Street, housing includes
- private bathrooms, per room or suite, shared with roommates;
- microfridge units in each room;
- unlimited use of laundry facilities;
- shared student spaces;
- a 24-hour gym; and
- 24-hour security.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a Broadway show or an evening at a comedy club;
- a Yankees game;
- an overnight trip to Washington, D.C.; and
- a dinner dance cruise on the Hudson River.
Paris
Paris has a vast array of art, culture, economy and history and an international presence that makes it the perfect location to expand professionally. The Global Internship program in Paris provides great opportunities for students to gain international work experience for their résumés as they spend eight weeks over the summer living in the heart of the city.
In addition to a top internship in your field of study, a full lineup of career development activities can help you take your career to the next level. On weekends, you’ll travel with the group to the most exciting tourist destinations the city has to offer, including a tour of Paris, museum and castle tours, a weekend wine tasting tour and more.
Included in the Global Internship program is a customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you will begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to your departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries, including advertising, event planning, fashion PR, journalism, marketing, public relations and publishing.
Housing and Meal Plan
You’ll stay in the newly built Lecourbe Residence Hall. Located in the heart of Paris and the 15th district, you’ll be steps away from everything you need and in one of the most centrally located Paris student residences. Housing features include
- kitchenettes,
- ethernet connection in rooms and Wi-Fi in common areas,
- provided bed linens,
- daily weekday continental breakfasts and one weekly dinner, and
- 24-hour security.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- a tour of Paris,
- a castle tour
- a museum tour and
- a wine tasting.
Washington, D.C.
Transform your career with a high-profile internship in the nation’s capital.
The Global Internship program provides incredible opportunities for students to easily make the short-term transition to interning in Washington, D.C., over the summer. Customized internship placements, housing and weekend trips are all included in the program.
On top of a great internship, we roll out the red carpet and show the group the best tourist destinations in the city, including a tour of the city, a Nationals baseball game, an overnight trip and night out with your fellow interns.
Included in the Global Internship program is a customized internship placement. Upon signing up, you will begin working with a coordinator to start the interview process. You are guaranteed to secure an internship in your field that you approve of prior to your departure. We offer hundreds of unique internship opportunities in more than 30 industries, including communications, government, international affairs, nonprofit, politics and more.
Housing
Located in the Foggy Bottom area at George Washington University’s Potomac Hall, housing features include
- free Wi-Fi;
- double rooms with adjoining bathrooms;
- study lounges, TV lounges and onsite laundry; and
- a 24-hour front desk with concierge services.
Program Activities and Events
Activities include
- an improv show,
- a dinner dance cruise,
- a Nationals baseball game,
- brunch and a tour of the Capitol, and
- a twilight tour of D.C.