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AIFS Abroad in Berlin, Germany: Summer Study + Internship

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Program Overview

Spend the summer in modern yet historic Berlin with AIFS Abroad! Earn 6 credits on the International Internship Program supported by weekly seminars at Freie Universität Berlin. This 8-week, full-time internship combines weekly classroom seminars with global work experience in Germany's capital. You’ll gain global workplace experience and practical exposure to the demands of specific jobs while developing your professional and personal skills. Past internships have been in business, event management, health care, international education, marketing, policy consulting, and social work. Live in a double or single room in a shared apartment with laundry facilities on-site and a fully-equipped kitchen. You will receive a Mensa card with a meal allowance that can be used at university cafeterias across Berlin. You’ll also receive a transportation pass for greater Berlin. You’ll enjoy cultural and social activities including: • Visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Museum Island • A boat trip • Evening at an open-air theater • Museum visits • Day trips to the Baltic Sea and the royal capital of Potsdam (another UNESCO World Heritage site)

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Program Highlights

Gain valuable practical experience through an 8-week summer internship program in Berlin, Germany.
Learn some German through daily interactions with native speakers.
Get the chance to explore London on a two-night tour, included in the AIFS Abroad Flight Package.
Explore Berlin’s street art scene and museums like “Topography of Terror”.
Get a museum pass for Berlin State Museums.

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Medical / Accident Insurance
Welcome Dinner
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Some Program Activity Costs
Emergency Support
Internship Placement
Assistance Booking Travel
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Alumni / Networking Membership

Quick Details

Location
Berlin, Germany
Availability
Year(s) Offered:Year Round
Intern Duration:
  • Summer
Age Requirement18-25
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • Culture
  • International Relations
Fields:
  • Business
  • Communications
  • International Relations
  • Labor & Industrial Relations
  • Liberal Arts
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Berlin, Germany

Fields & Subjects

  • Culture
  • International Relations

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered: Year Round
  • Intern Duration: Summer
  • Terms Available: Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities

Education Levels & Language

  • Language: English
  • Education: University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • Education: University Junior (3rd Year)
  • Education: University Senior (4th Year)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Transcript

Age Requirement

18-25

Duration

Summer

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Grace DeibertUnited States · January 2024

Lots to do and lots to explore !

I throughly enjoyed my time in Berlin! My host company was phenomenal! AIFS also took us on many excursions and explored some of Berlin and outside the city. I learned a lot from my internship and loved living in such a interesting city for the summer

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What is the minimum GPA?

Minimum of 3.0 GPA

What courses are offered?

AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students in this program. Check out the available academic options on this page.

Will I need a visa?

A visa may be required for this program. Please contact your advisor or log into your portal for more information.

Where can I find more DEI info about Berlin?

Even before departure, dive right into the experience with the assurance that your stay in Germany will be different than at home. With that said, check out our Social Identity & Access page for resources and tips for navigating a new environment.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

2025 Finalist - Innovation in Community College Programming
Notable Mention - GoAbroad Top Rated Study Abroad Providers 2024
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Study Abroad
Innovation in Diversity Finalist 2022
Innovation in Alumni Engagement 2020 Finalist
Innovation in Alumni Engagement 2020 Winner
Top Rated Program 2019 - Study Abroad
Alliance for International Exchange
Fund for Education Abroad
IAPA - International Au Pair Association
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GoAbroad Top Study Abroad Program 2018
GoAbroad Top Study Abroad Organizations 2018
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