The Denison University Global Internship Experience allows students to gain quality practical work experience abroad. Students will participate in a full-time, unpaid internship related to their career interests. The experience will immerse students in an international work experience and provide the development of intercultural awareness, problem-solving skills in a global context, and the development of peer and professional networks.
FUNDING
Financial assistance is available based on the student’s financial need level as determined by the Office of Financial Aid. Please email the Knowlton Center, career@denison.edu, if you want to learn more about the financial assistance available per your need level. Additionally, students may be able to apply for a Denison Internship Program stipend to help offset the cost. Seniors are eligible to apply to the program but are not eligible for any financial assistance. All students are responsible for cancellation fees if a cancellation is made past predetermined dates.
STUDENT REQUIREMENTS
The Global Internship Experience is a part of the Denison Internship Program. Students must complete all elements of the Denison Internship Program (registration of internship, mid-point check-in, and final reflection) and additional elements specific to the Global Internship Experience, including pre-departure orientation, and a debriefing session the following fall. All students are also required to abide by the guidelines, regulations, and procedures of the internship provider and host internship site.
PROVIDERS
The Knowlton Center has partnerships with three approved global internship providers (Global Experiences, ArtBound Initiative, CIEE). These partnerships allow us to ensure that safety, housing, visa processing, and other logistical components of the experience are handled by staff in the various locations. Please review each provider below for details on program offerings, cost, process, and the link to apply.
LOCATIONS AND PROGRAM COSTS
There is a program fee charged by Global Experiences to participate which covers internship placements, program orientation, visa services, cross-cultural activities, insurance, and emergency support, and furnished student housing. Pay close attention to the location start dates and cost. Dates are not able to be adjusted. Students are not eligible to participate if they are unable to adhere to the timeline.
SUMMER 2024: LOCATIONS, DATES, & COSTS
| Location | Start Date | End Date | Fee |
| Barcelona | May 29 | July 26 | $6990 |
| Berlin | June 6 | July 31 | $7490 |
| Dublin | May 24 | July 19 | $7490 |
| Dublin | June 8 | August 2 | $7990 |
| Edinburgh | June 7 | August 2 | $6990 |
| Florence | May 25 | July 19 | $7490 |
| Galway | May 31 | July 26 | $6590 |
| Lisbon | May 31 | July 26 | $5990 |
| London | June 7 | August 2 | $7990 |
| Madrid | May 29 | July 26 | $7490 |
| Milan | May 25 | July 19 | $7490 |
| Prague | May 31 | July 26 | $5990 |
| Paris | June 1 | July 27 | $7490 |
| Rome | June 2 | July 29 | $6990 |
| San Jose | May 31 | July 27 | $5590 |
| Sydney | June 7 | August 2 | $7490 |
| Virtual | Varies | Varies | $1500-$1800 |
IMPORTANT DATES (subject to change)
November: Applications open
January 1: Application Deadline. Application closes at 11:55 p.m.
January 9: Participants have been selected and will be emailed this week
Throughout January: GE works with students on internship questionnaire and student profile
January-April: GE works with students on placements and logistics
TBD: Mandatory Global Internship Experience Orientation with GE
March: Mandatory Pre-departure Orientation with Knowlton Center
April: Make travel arrangements, student interviews with organization(s) / offers made / placements accepted
Please note: $500.00 deposit is due within 2 weeks of acceptance into the program. Deposit will be paid directly to GE. Deposit is non-refundable.
CANCELLATION DATES AND REFUNDS
More than 60 days before program start- 100% refund (less deposit)
Between 30 and 60 days program start- 50% refund (less deposit)
Within 30 days of program start – recoverable costs only (less deposit)
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for the Global Internship Experience you must fill out the application (which opens in November) and submit your resume. It is recommended that you meet with a Career Coach to discuss your application package. The application will require you to share the following:
- Information about you and your interest
- The location(s) you are most interested in
- Why you are interested in an internship experience abroad
- How your Denison experience has prepared you for a global experience.
- How this opportunity will impact you as you prepare for life after Denison
- Funding considerations: i.e., how you will pay for your experience
- Any other details you want the selection committee to know
APPLICATION REVIEW AND NOTIFICATION
The Selection Committee will review your resume and application. This is a competitive application process, so please take your time and submit thoughtful and well-written responses and ensure that your resume is strong and free of errors. We highly recommend having your resume reviewed prior to submission.
We will notify you once your application has been reviewed or by January 9th, whichever occurs first. Final acceptance into the program is determined by Global Experiences.
APPLICATION LINK: Click here to apply
Check out these resources for more information:
Global Experiences Career Edge
Global Experiences Industry and Location Matrix
The ArtBound Initiative is a global internship program for creatives. The program prepares students for their career through an online coaching curriculum and by helping them to secure an internship in New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Berlin, Melbourne, or Sydney.
Information Sessions: November 2nd & November 30th. Fellow students and past ArtBound interns will be there to answer your questions!
LOCATIONS AND PROGRAM COSTS
There is a program fee charged by ArtBound Initiatives to participate which covers internship placements, program orientation, visa services, cross-cultural activities, insurance, and emergency support. The cost of housing is NOT included in the program fee.
SUMMER 2024: LOCATIONS and COSTS
IMPORTANT DATES (subject to change)
November: Applications open
December 15th : Application Deadline for international locations.
January 15th: Application Deadline for Chicago, New York and L.A.
January-April: ArtBound Initiative works with students on placements and logistics
March: Mandatory Pre-departure Orientation with the Knowlton Center
April: Payment for housing due, make travel arrangements, student interviews with organization(s)/offers made/placements accepted
Please note: 25% of program fee is due within 2 weeks of acceptance into the program. Deposit will be paid directly to ArtBound Initiative. Deposit is non-refundable
CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS
100% refund of program fee within 5 days of deposit or ABI fails to arrange a minimum of 5 interviews within 60 days and student is not accepted by a company.
50% refund of program fee after 5 days and no internship offers made
No refund of program fee if student has accepted an offer of internship
APPLICATION PROCESS
To be considered for an ArtBound Initiative internship you must fill out the application (link below) with ArtBound Initative and interview with them. It is recommended that you meet with a Career Coach to discuss your application package.
APPLICATION REVIEW AND NOTIFICATION
ArtBound Initiative will review applications and their selections will be forwarded to the Knowlton Center’s selection committee for review and final determination. This is a competitive application process, so please take your time and submit thoughtful and well-written responses and ensure that your resume is strong and free of errors. We highly recommend having your resume reviewed prior to submission.
We will notify you once your application has been reviewed.
APPLICATION LINK: Click here to apply
DENISON STUDENTS’ TESTIMONIALS
Anh Nguyen
Production intern at Caledonia Productions
“I’ve got hands-on experience with reading, coverage, and research – all of which will be applicable to future Script Development or Producing positions I will be applying to.”
Read more about Anh’s internship here.
Anna Jones
Studio Art intern at Erik Schmidt Studio
“I have learned valuable insights into the realities of being a working artist, knowledge that is challenging to impart through any other means than experience. This has helped me understand both my preferences and dislikes regarding the work.”
Read more about Anna’s internship here.
ADVERTISING & COMMUNICATIONS
Communications
Marketing
Advertising
Social Media
Content Production
Public Relations
Fashion Marketing
Editorial
Creative Writing
Copywriting
DESIGN
Graphic Design
Motion Design
UI/UX Design
Content Creation
Branding
Art Direction
Web Design
Experiential Design
ENTERTAINMENT
TV Production
Film Production
Theater Production
Video & Sound Editing
Talent Management
VFX
Script Development
2D & 3D Animation
Script Development
FINE ARTS
Artist Studio Management
Arts Administration
Cultural Management
Gallery & Curatorial
CIEE is the country’s oldest and largest nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization. Since 1947, CIEE has helped thousands of people gain the knowledge and skills necessary to live and work in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world by offering the most comprehensive, relevant, and valuable exchange programs available.
Information Session:
LOCATIONS AND PROGRAM COSTS
There is a program fee charged by CIEE to participate which covers internship placements, program orientation, visa services, cross-cultural activities, insurance, and emergency support, and furnished student housing. Pay close attention to the location start dates and cost. Dates are not able to be adjusted. Students are not eligible to participate if they are unable to adhere to the timeline.
SUMMER 2024: LOCATIONS, DATES, & COSTS
| Location | Start Date | End Date | Fee |
| Cape Town | June 17 | August 10 | $7450 |
| Singapore | June 17 | August 10 | $7450 |
IMPORTANT DATES (subject to change)
November: Applications open
January 1: Application Deadline. Application closes at 11:55 p.m.
January 9: Participants have been selected and will be emailed this week
Throughout January: CIEE works with students on internship questionnaire and student profile
January-March: CIEE works with students on placements and logistics
TBD: Mandatory Global Internship Experience Orientation with GE
March: Mandatory Pre-departure Orientation with Knowlton Center
April: Make travel arrangements, student interviews with organization(s) / offers made / placements accepted
Please note: $500.00 deposit is due within 2 weeks of acceptance into the program. Deposit will be paid directly to Student Accounts at Denison University.
CANCELLATION DATES AND REFUNDS
More than 60 days before program start- 100% refund (less deposit)
Between 30 and 60 days program start- 50% refund (less deposit)
Within 30 days of program start – recoverable costs only (less deposit)
APPLICATION PROCESS AND LINK: Click here to apply
