Berlin: Global Experiences Internship

Explore the fascinating capital of Germany with an 8-week summer or 12-week semester internship in Berlin through this Global Experiences program. Berlin has for several centuries been at the heart of not only European politics and culture, but also world affairs. As a city reunified in 1989, it combines a tremendous variety of experiences, from fine historical buildings to cutting edge modernism, from exquisite malls to traditional markets, and from classical opera to techno. Berlin is a city full of optimism that epitomizes modern Germany in its forward thinking and inclusive nature without forgetting its historic past.

Visit our GVSU Approved Internships page to learn more about these types of programs. 

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Internships
GPA Requirement
2.8 Undergraduate
3.0 Graduate
English Language Requirement
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Graduate
Internship Option

Program Dates and Application Deadline

Courses

GVSU Internship Course (1-6 credits)

Typically, students register for three credits of their major's internship course (490). The exact course and number of credits is determined by each student's academic deparment. (e.g., ACC 490 Accounting INternship, MOV 399 Movement Science Independent Study, HTM 290 Hospitality & Tourism Internship, etc.). Learn more about the requirements for an internship in your major including the professor who oversees internships (Internship Coordinator) in your department here

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Students seeking a practicum meeting professional licensing requirements should consult their advisor before applying to determine whether this program fulfills licensing requirements. This program is not designed to fulfill student teaching requirements for teacher certification. For more information on student teaching overseas, please see the Consortium for Overseas Student Teaching: www.gvsu.edu/cost

Fulfills General Education Global Perspectives requirement with 3+ credits.

Fulfills (1) General Education Issues course requirement with with 3+ credits. Reflection required. 

For more information on General Education Requirements, click here.

Housing

Students will live in shared apartments.

Cost and Scholarships

SUMMER COST BREAKDOWN

FINANCIAL AID

All students considering study abroad should have their financial aid reevaluated regardless of whether they are currently receiving federal aid or not. Early application for financial aid is strongly recommended.

SCHOLARSHIPS/GRANTS

GVSU   International Internship Scholarship
Spring/Summer/Fall Application Deadline: February 15
Amount: Up to $2,000 (5-10 awards per year)

GE Generation Study Abroad
Amount: Up to $1,500

Gi lman Scholarship
Amount: Up to $5,000

GVSU  Murray Scholarship
Amount: $1,500-$5,000

GVSU  Career Center Internship Award
Amount: $500

Additional Scholarships

Eligibility

Open to all majors with sophomore standing. 2.5 GPA required for undergraduate students. English-speaking internship placement.

Additional Information

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Visa Requirements

A visa is not required for a stay of less than 90 days. Please see the US Department of State's website for more details.

Arrival Information

Students are provided detailed information and recommendations from Global Experiences. Using this information, they will make their own way from the airport to their housing where a Global Experiences staff person will help check them into their apartment. 

CDC Report

Please review the health and safety information about Germany found on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's website.  

US State Department Information

The US Department of State's website has important information online about the Embassy, Health Information, local laws, and general facts. Please review each section carefully. 

Resources for Emergency Situations

Please review the emergency information available on the Study Abroad website  before going abroad.

Reporting an Incident

Please follow the PIC Emergency Procedures when reporting an incident.

Contact Information

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