Pharmaceuticals Study Abroad Programs in Italy

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.

Study Abroad at the University of Cagliari offers an exceptional opportunity to study in Sardinia, one of Italy’s most captivating regions. Known for its beautiful beaches, ancient history, and Mediterranean lifestyle, Cagliari provides a vibrant cultural backdrop for your studies. The program stands out with its high-quality academic offerings across fields like Engineering, Humanities, Science, and Social Sciences. Courses are available in both English and Italian, allowing students to customize their learning experience to match their interests. Ideal for adventurous, open-minded students, this program offers more than just academics—it provides a chance to immerse in Sardinia’s rich culture and local traditions. The University of Cagliari offers state-of-the-art facilities, a supportive environment, and access to extracurricular activities and research. Cagliari’s mix of natural beauty and historical landmarks, from ancient ruins to pristine beaches, offers endless exploration opportunities during your free time, making it the perfect destination for personal and academic growth.

Get out of your comfort zone—and into the hospital, abroad. In today’s world, future healthcare professionals need global awareness, cultural sensitivity, and a strong international network to thrive in medicine. The Doctors in Italy Fellowship Program, offered in over 10 cities across Italy, gives you the chance to shadow English-speaking physicians in real clinical settings—no Italian required. From surgeries and patient consultations to hospital rounds, you’ll rotate across multiple specialties while earning 40+ AAMC-compliant shadowing hours. Programs run for 2 to 5 weeks and include housing, cultural activities, 24/7 local support, and optional academic credit. Shadowing abroad is a unique way to strengthen your med school application while gaining global clinical experience, exploring Italy, and connecting with other pre-health students from around the world. If you're dreaming of travel but don’t want to pause your healthcare journey, the Doctors in Italy Fellowship is the perfect way to do both—seamlessly.

Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations across 24 career fields that are tailored to meet each individual’s academic, professional, or personal requirements. With over 200 internship programs across Europe, Asia, Africa, Central America and South America to choose from, and options to intern from 2 weeks to 6 months either full-time or part-time, in-country or virtually, we facilitate career-enhancing experiences that work for you, not just the host organization. Intern Abroad HQ is proudly brought to you by the team behind International Volunteer HQ. We have collectively supported over 120,000 program participants since 2007 and are the only B Corp certified provider in our field.

Molise Italian Studies Faculty-Led programs are not traditional study abroad trips. We partner with faculty to develop a framework of inquiry and reflection, as well as prepare specific background and culture-specific content to set the stage for effective community-based learning. Students and faculty alike will take part in an authentic Italian experience customized for any field of study, all centered around Global Intercultural Citizenship education. Teach your course content as you discover an unknown Italy with your students, while sampling unparalleled local foods and learning to bridge cultural differences. Plus, explore Molise’s beautiful beaches, majestic mountains, and ancient hillside villages through a variety of cultural, historical, and outdoor activities, as well as customized hands-on experiences. Walk away with the Global Competence Certificate and a lifetime’s worth of memories.

Sardinia, or ‘Sardegna’ in Italian, is one of the most beautiful Mediterranean destinations, a sophisticated Italian island west of mainland Italy and south of Corsica. Being the second-largest Mediterranean island, it has so much more to offer with its interesting history, wild mountainous interior, vibrant towns with local traditions, and colorful festivals. Sardinia is renowned for its beautiful beaches, turquoise sea, and fascinating rock formations. The host institution is the University of Cagliari, one of the world’s oldest universities. UniCa is a top-ranking university in Italy for upholding and providing academic excellence, innovative programs, exchange opportunities, facilities (including all levels and types of sporting facilities), its location on the beautiful Sardinian coast, and the low cost of living. A warm welcome awaits you in Sardinia. What are you waiting for? Apply now!