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International Programs & Programs Abroad

Take advantage of study, work, internship, and volunteer opportunities around the world.

Enlighten your knowledge of international issues. Improve your critical thinking skills. Gain confidence, flexibility, and self-knowledge. Above all, examine new directions for job and career paths through your experience abroad.

As with internships in the U.S., an international internship can be paid or unpaid, part-time or full-time, as well as for credit or no credit. Unlike an internship or job in the U.S., an international experience may require a visa and tailored resume or curriculum vitae.

You may choose to combine an internship abroad with a study abroad experience. For opportunities, see:

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