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CIEE Summer Global Internship in Sydney, Australia (Abroad Opportunities Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Sydney, Australia
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Website Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Restrictions: CMU applicants only
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Type: 3. Direct/External Programs Language of Instruction: English
Abroad Opportunities: Internship Abroad
Program Description:

Summer Global Internship

Sydney, Australia

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Summer Global Internship program in Sydney 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 cultural and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in Australian culture. Live, learn, and work in Sydney!

Unique Experiences

Dive into cutting-edge research

focusing on the intersection of artificial intelligence and health data

Identify new business opportunities

at an innovative platform all about sustainable recruitment

Make animated ads

at a Sydney based AI tech startup

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Excursions & Activities 

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Sydney will open doors for you to explore Australia’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, contemporary trends, vibrant art, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.    

Samples of past excursions and activities:

  • Embark on a journey to Blue Mountains National Park, hike through rainforests, marvel at the Three Sisters rock formation, and explore the area’s Aboriginal history with expert local guides
  • Experience the thrill of live Australian sports, from rugby to Aussie rules football, surrounded by passionate fans in iconic stadiums like the SCG and Accor Stadium
  • Enjoy Australia’s coastal lifestyle at Sydney’s iconic beaches, such as Manly and Bondi

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 Australian 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 Sydney.

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 Sydney culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Excursions and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

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

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

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

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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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 insurance included

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