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 (AIFS Abroad and 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 for funding support.
APPLY HERE: Application is closed.
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 2025: LOCATIONS, DATES, & COSTS
| Location | Start Date | End Date | Fee |
| Barcelona | May 29 | July 26 | $7290 |
| Berlin | May 21 | July 19 | $7790 |
| Dublin | June 6 | August 1 | $8490 |
| Edinburgh | June 7 | August 3 | $7290 |
| Florence | May 31 | July 26 | $7690 |
| Galway | June 6 | August 2 | $6990 |
| Granada | May 28 | July 30 | $7290 |
| Lisbon | May 30 | July 26 | $6490 |
| London | May 30 | July 26 | $8490 |
| Madrid | May 31 | July 29 | $7990 |
| Milan | May 25 | July 20 | $7790 |
| Paris | May 28 | July 26 | $7790 |
| Prague | May 30 | July 26 | $6490 |
| Rome | May 15 | July 12 | $7290 |
| San Jose | May 31 | July 26 | $5990 |
| Seville | May 28 | July 30 | $7290 |
| Sydney | June 2 | July 24 | $7990 |
| Virtual | Varies | Varies | $1690 |
IMPORTANT DATES (subject to change)
November 15: Applications open
January 5: Application Deadline
January 8: Participants have been selected and will be emailed this week
Throughout January: AIFS Abroad works with students on internship questionnaire and student profile
January-April: AIFS Abroad works with students on placements and logistics
TBD: Mandatory Global Internship Experience Orientation with AIFS Abroad
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 AIFS Abroad. 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 8th, whichever occurs first. Final acceptance into the program is determined by AIFS Abroad.
Check out these resources for more information:
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.
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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 2025: LOCATIONS, DATES, & COSTS
| Location | Start Date | End Date | Fee |
| Buenos Aires | May 19 | July 12 | $4,900 |
| Cape Town | June 16 | August 9 | $6600 |
| Santiago | June 16 | August 9 | $4,900 |
| Singapore | June 16 | August 9 | $7150 |
| Taipei | June 16 | August 9 | $6900 |
IMPORTANT DATES (subject to change)
November 15: Applications open
January 5: Application Deadline
January 8: Participants have been selected and will be emailed this week
Throughout January: CIEE works with students on internship questionnaire and student profile
January-April: CIEE works with students on placements and logistics
TBD: Mandatory Global Internship Experience Orientation with CIEE
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. Non-refundable 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)
