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MAXIMO NIVEL
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Do your international internship with Maximo Nivel - get international work experience in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. - Education (K-12) - Special Education - Micro-Business - Hospitality & Tourism - Human Rights - Medical Please take note of these qualifications: - Interns should be fluent in English. - Spanish language skills are only required for Micro-Business and Medical internships. - Interns should be enrolled or have completed a Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. - Medical interns must present proof of their medical training. Since 2003, Maximo Nivel has been a leader in educational travel and study abroad. Our work-study-travel programs host more than 4,000 people per year. We are a professional, ethical, and hard-working organization that is completely dedicated to providing a great experience to every participant, student, traveler, and client! Every day, we strive to set ourselves apart and provide the best internship, education, and cultural experiences in Latin America along with top-notch client service and great home base facilities. Live it!
See All 2 ProgramsUniversity Studies Abroad Consortium
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If you’re looking for a unique study abroad experience, USAC offers a program that will take you to Växjö – a town that boasts beautiful glassworks and a high-tech furniture and paper manufacturing industry amidst picturesque natural surroundings. The Växjö (pronounced Vĕck-qŭh) /Kalmar program involves enrollment in a broad range of English-taught courses at Linnaeus University’s Växjö or Kalmar campus. Both cities offer easy access to southeast Sweden’s natural environment of countryside, trails, lakes, and forests. Choose to stay for a semester or full year, taking courses in Humanities, Social Work, Computer Science, Engineering, Design, and several other disciplines. You can also take Introductory, Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced Swedish in addition to the regular study program (included in program fees) – an ideal option for exchange students. The Introductory course is non-credited, while the other courses (Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced) award credits. Most people in Sweden speak some English, but we strongly recommend you enroll in one of these optional courses to assimilate better into Swedish culture and way of life.
AIFS Abroad
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Spend a semester or academic year in the vibrant and energetic city of Perth, Australia, with AIFS Abroad! You’ll earn up to 16 credits per semester through a variety of courses studying at Murdoch University. Courses are taught in English. You can spend a week in Fiji and earn 1 credit through the optional Pacific Studies program at the University of the South Pacific. Internships are available in exercise science and public policy. On the other hand, volunteering and community engagement opportunities are available through Murdoch University as part of the social and cultural program. You’ll enjoy cultural and social activities such as: • Surf lessons • Swimming with whale sharks and manta rays • Movie nights • Visit to Perth's Kings Park and Perth Zoo • Bush trekking adventure Optional excursions include a 9-day trip through the North West Outback.
See All 2 ProgramsStudyAbroad.com
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Spend a semester studying at one of Argentina’s top-ranked universities while experiencing the vibrant energy of Buenos Aires. Universidad Austral offers students the chance to take courses in English or Spanish across a variety of academic fields, including business, engineering, law, and biomedical sciences. With access to local students, modern campus facilities, and a dynamic cultural setting, this program blends academics with meaningful immersion in Argentina’s daily life. You’ll earn up to 15 academic credits per semester while living in one of the most student-friendly neighborhoods in the city. Outside the classroom, the program includes structured support, cultural outings, and optional excursions, allowing you to grow academically and personally. Whether you're practicing Spanish, learning about Latin American geopolitics, or enjoying late-night conversations over Argentine asado, this program provides the ideal mix of academic excellence and cultural connection.
See All 4 ProgramsWorldStrides
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Spend a semester at the University of Geneva, which involves months of participating in a professional academic research project and learning the language and culture of Switzerland. The University of Geneva is one of 11 leading research institutions in Europe participating in the Research Study Abroad Program. Research opportunities exist in many fields, including liberal arts/humanities, social sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, and engineering. Gaining research experience at an undergraduate level will give you invaluable academic experience and set you apart from other applicants when applying to graduate school or research-related work. You will be an active member of the research team! Participants can choose from one of the two program options (each worth 30 ECTS, which is equivalent to 15 U.S. semester credits).
See All 3 ProgramsCIEE College Study Abroad
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CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Find the right fit for you! Live, learn, and work abroad on an internship program with CIEE! CIEE Summer Internships CIEE Summer Global Internships are 6-credit, 8-week programs with full-time working hours (approximately 30 hours weekly) and a seminar. CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad are 6 to 7-credit, 6-week programs with a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and a 3-credit academic course. CIEE Semester Internships CIEE Semester Global Internships are 9 to 13-credit, 12-week programs that feature a full-time internship (approximately 30 hours weekly), a seminar, and an optional 3 to 4-credit academic course online. CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad Programs are 12 to 14-credit, 12-week programs that feature a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and two academic courses.
See All 8 ProgramsIFSA, Institute for Study Abroad
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Join a study program in Buenos Aires, one of the world’s most exciting and cosmopolitan cities. Between classes, you will visit museums as well as enjoy sports, films, music, and theater. Get the opportunity to enroll in one of the city’s prestigious universities: Universidad Catolica Argentina, Universidad de Buenos Aires, Universidad del Salvador, and Universidad Torcuato Di Tella. You will take Advanced Spanish and Argentine Culture, which are designed exclusively for the students of IFSA. You will also choose from optional academic concentrations based on your major area of study or interest - Human Rights: Genocide; Literature in Argentina; Cinema in Argentina; Directed Research; Human Rights: Diversity, Minority, and Gender Studies; and Intensive Spanish (for students with four semesters of Spanish). An academic advisor will help you with course selection and language learning, and will also answer any academic questions.
See All 4 ProgramsJohn Cabot University
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Studying abroad is an incredible opportunity to enhance your resume while exploring the world, learning a new language, and building lifelong international connections. Located in the heart of historic Rome, Italy, John Cabot University offers you the chance to join a vibrant international campus community while immersing yourself in one of the world’s most fascinating cities. Each year, we welcome 1,800 students during our semesters or summer sessions. With over 400 classes to choose from, a dynamic student life program, and a Monday-to-Thursday class schedule, you’ll have plenty of time to discover Rome and travel across Europe, thanks to our proximity to train stations and airports. If you’re seeking a semester abroad experience that lets you explore Italy and Europe while staying on track with your academic goals, JCU could be the perfect fit for you!
See All 2 ProgramsCollege Year in Athens
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CYA (College Year in Athens) has been offering study abroad programs in various academic disciplines for over 60 years. Athens, a European capital, is rich in history and a contemporary hub for art, international business, and relations and debate on economic, political, and migration issues. With supplemental activities varying from archaeological digs to on-site courses and from study travel to volunteer opportunities, students can actively engage with their course material. They live in apartments in downtown Athens. A homestay option is also available where they're inspired to immerse completely in a historic environment. The CYA curriculum consists of academically rigorous courses taught by expert faculty. Course offerings encompass a range of academic disciplines and are taught in English. Optional language courses are available (Modern & Ancient Greek, Latin). Each semester, classroom lectures are complemented by on-site courses and field studies of major historical and contemporary sites around Greece.
CIS Abroad
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The University of Newcastle is a highly ranked institution with a stunning, ecologically sustainable campus. Here, you’ll work hard and play hard, experiencing the true Aussie lifestyle. The city of Newcastle has stunning beaches for surfing and swimming, a low cost of living, a favorable climate, and a casual lifestyle. The perks continue: Our Semester in Newcastle is our most affordable program in the Land Down Under. Enjoy your smart investment as you take your studies and social life to the next level. Best of all, you can easily travel to larger cities like Sydney, which is less than three hours away by train.
See All 2 ProgramsIES Abroad
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Field experience in and around Cape Town is a core component in our Cape Town Direct Enrollment - University of Cape Town program. Enroll in an IES Abroad field experience course focusing on environmental studies, health studies, or management, and take the rest of your classes at the renowned University of Cape Town. Through these opportunities, you will get a first-hand look at the city's society and landscape which are constantly changing. You also travel to Kruger National Park for a three-hour game drive with one of Kruger's experienced game rangers on an IES Abroad field trip. Enjoy living in a furnished house or apartment with other IES Abroad students.
See All 7 ProgramsSIT Study Abroad
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Explore rainforests, coral reefs, highland canopies, and mangroves while studying tropical conservation, marine ecosystems, and ecology. Conduct seven weeks of field studies in Panama and Costa Rica, gaining skills in biodiversity estimation, coral reef evaluation, mangrove carbon calculation, and species identification. In Panama City, a hub for international NGOs, study conservation topics like sustainable agriculture and ecotourism. Complete four weeks of independent research, participate in four homestays, and build Spanish skills through classroom learning, cultural immersion, and fieldwork. You may choose to do a minor in environmental science or conservation biology. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is committed to ensuring you have the information necessary to apply for such funding. Our program costs include academics, excursions, accommodations, airport transfers, and health insurance. Meal arrangements vary by program. Be sure to discuss how study abroad costs are handled at your school with your study abroad advisor and read the website for more specific information.
See All 17 ProgramsUniversity of Westminster, London
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The University of Westminster is a diverse and dynamic university located in the heart of London, England. Offering a vibrant learning environment and a commitment to education for professional life, one of our core aims since our foundation as the Royal Polytechnic in 1838. We offer a wide range of bachelor's and master's courses, ranging from Business Management and International Relations to Conflict Resolution and Museum Studies. The university has very strong links with industry and professional organizations in London and across the United Kingdom, making sure courses are professionally relevant and offering students extensive placement and internship opportunities in leading businesses in their chosen sectors. Complete a Bachelor's degree in 3 years (or 4 years with a work placement or Study Abroad Year) or a Master's degree in 1 year.
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
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This is a unique, tailor-made learning and living experience integrated with the academic quality of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. Our customized programs are for institutions and agencies that want to provide groups of international students with an educational experience at a university of international excellence. Participants study on the main campus just outside the city or at a campus in central Barcelona. Individual programs are tailored by selecting from more than 100 elective subjects in English or Spanish across areas like Business, Communication, Medicine and Nursing, Law, Arts and Humanities, and Spanish and Catalan Language. Guarantee maximum flexibility! Programs are available all year round, with flexible timetables and no minimum duration. Students can add accommodation, meals, transport, cultural visits, and leisure activities.
Deakin University
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When you’re seeking continuity and flexibility in your studies amid the pandemic, Deakin University offers the perfect solution. Study online at our Cloud Campus, an advanced platform that gives you access to classes, resources, and live-streamed seminars. While attending lessons online, you’ll also participate in discussions, chat with other students and staff, and submit assignments. Where, when, and how you study is up to you. Choose from more than 200 courses designed for interactive learning on our premium online platform. Study at your own pace as well as collaborate and interact with your peers. You also have the option to complete your studies by sitting an exam at the closest or most convenient location. Check out over 100 exam locations. Interested in Deakin’s Cloud Campus? Get a taste for online study by joining a free online course today! Please feel free to contact us for information about short courses as well as our online study program.
Forum-Nexus Study Abroad
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Experience an unforgettable summer taking classes and traveling through Europe! The Ultimate Summer in Europe program is a multi-city summer study abroad program that visits some of Europe's top cities. Classes are taught by an international team of professors who travel with you. In the evenings and on weekends, enjoy free time to explore and sightsee on your own. Make friends from around the world while gaining valuable professional and academic experience. This is Forum-Nexus! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries, 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Paris, Lugano, Verona, Riva del Garda Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available. Don't miss our early bird discount! Visit our website for more details, including how to apply for free.
See All 3 ProgramsSiena Italian Studies Program
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Participants are immersed in the Italian language and culture during a semester, academic year, or summer program. Courses include Anthropology, Art History, Cinema, Medieval History, Sociolinguistics, History of Italian Cooking, Business, and Creative Arts. Students live with local host families while making a difference in the local community through service-learning opportunities. They participate in a series of activities and excursions during the semester or summer term. Some of these include cooking classes, grape harvest, hikes in the countryside, museum visits, day trips to Florence, and overnight excursions to the Alps, Tuscan coast, or other destinations of interest.
See All 2 ProgramsMente Argentina
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Embark on a dynamic academic journey in Buenos Aires with Mente Argentina’s Academic Semester Program. Designed for students eager to delve into Argentine culture and academic excellence, this program allows you to study at one of four prestigious universities. Whether aiming for a semester or a full academic year, earn between 12-18 US semester credits or 24-36 ECTS credits, all transferrable to your home institution. Our program not only provides comprehensive academic options but also enables you to enrich your experience through internships, volunteer work, or specialized immersion courses in Tango, Cooking, Wine Tasting, Photography, and TEFL Certification. Why Choose Buenos Aires? Buenos Aires, with its lively arts scene, diverse culinary landscape, and dynamic social atmosphere, offers an unparalleled backdrop for academic and personal growth. Studying here enhances your academic credentials and provides a rich, immersive cultural experience, preparing you for global citizenship.
See All 2 ProgramsColumbia University School of Professional Studies
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With 17 Master’s degrees and a variety of flexible courses and formats, Columbia's School of Professional Studies rigorous programs meet students where they are and take them where they want to go — on their terms and throughout their lives. Columbia's location in NYC offers students the unique opportunity to take advantage of one of the most diverse and dynamic places in the world. Whether you’re seeking to take a deep dive into an area of interest or incorporate a cross-disciplinary perspective into your studies, Columbia's Visiting Students program offers students enrolled in a degree program at another institution the specialized, world-class instruction that you would expect in the Ivy League. Visiting students are enrolled alongside matriculated Columbia degree students, and earn credits that may be used toward graduation at your home institution.
Go Abroad China Ltd.
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Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program connects international students, graduates, and young professionals with guaranteed placements in Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across China. Since 2003, we’ve placed over 4,000 participants from 50+ countries into 2,000+ paid internships spanning 20+ industries—including business, finance, engineering, IT, marketing, law, hospitality, and more. Designed for ambitious and motivated individuals aged 18+, our year-round programs offer real-world, cross-cultural experience in booming cities like Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Guangzhou. No Mandarin skills required—many placements are in English-speaking environments. All-inclusive packages from $1,980 cover accommodation, visa support, Mandarin classes, orientation, business/cultural activities, 24/7 local assistance, and a risk-free refund policy. With 90% of interns securing jobs within 3 months and 20% receiving full-time offers, this is your gateway to a global career. We understand that every intern's needs and budget are unique, which is why we offer fully customizable package options, and we will tailor a program specifically for you.
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Why Study Development Abroad
While every nation deals with their own set of economic and infrastructural problems, at large development remains a global issue to be confronted. Development study abroad programs can help educate you about the real challenges that our generation will face as globalization continues to soar into the 21st century. If you study development abroad then you will learn much more than you ever could by staying at home in a comfortable classroom environment; you will experience directly the pressing issues that we need to unite and address as a global community.
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