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Locations: Berlin, Germany
Program Terms: Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement:	2.5	Cadets Only:	No
Housing Options:	Dormitory	Click here for a definition of this term Program Type:	International Internship
Click here for a definition of this term Area of Study:	Entrepreneurship, Internships	Language of Instruction:	English

Program Description:

Summer Global Internship

Berlin, Germany

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Summer Global Internship program in Berlin lasts 8 weeks and features two key components: A full-time internship with an international organization (approximately 30-40 hours per week) and an internship seminar. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in German culture. Live, learn, and work in Berlin!

Unique Experiences

Conduct user research

at a startup that equips global enterprises with scalable AI agents

Investigate arms exports

to human rights violating parties and armed conflicts

Work closely with executive leadership

at a company specializing in software solutions for the supply chain industry

Learn More About Berlin

Your Destination

Berlin is Germany’s vibrant, cosmopolitan capital, celebrated for its dynamic nightlife, rich blend of cultures, iconic architectural landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Berlin TV Tower, world-class museums and galleries, cozy cafés and global food spots, eclectic shopping scenes, and expansive parks and waterways. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Berlin is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.

Housing

CIEE Berlin offers a variety of housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. Your accommodation preferences will be met in the form of residence halls, homestays, and shared apartments. Additionally, all housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, and restaurants. Most students live in an on-campus residence hall with a mix of CIEE students and resident assistants.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in German business culture through an internship and workshops that build practical skills, foster cultural competence, and expand your network.
Company Visits: Visit a digitally native company, a consulting firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in Berlin.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Berlin will open doors for you to explore Germany's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Tour the famous Reichstag, Germany’s iconic parliament building
Visit the headquarters of a German political party and talk about the future of the European Union?
Get an inside look at Berlin’s thriving startup scene and meet locals at a networking pitch event

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Berlin: Study in the heart of Berlin's Kreuzberg district, in close proximity to a large public market hall, plenty of restaurants and cafés, and various shops. CIEE Berlin features classrooms, student lounges, a study space, a student life office, an academic advising office, an on-campus café, and a dedicated outdoor space.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Berlin's work scene is dynamic, featuring a booming tech industry, thriving startups, and a vibrant creative sector. Its laid-back culture promotes work-life balance, making it a hub for innovation. Interns thrive in flat hierarchies, gaining experience in collaborative teams, and contributing to impactful projects.

Industry options include:

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Business Management and Administration
Health Science

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

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What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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