CIEE Semester Global Internship in Cape Town, South Africa
Program Overview
Your CIEE Semester Global Internship program in Cape Town lasts 12 weeks. It features three key components: A full-time internship with an international organization (approximately 30 hours per week), an internship seminar, and the option to take a course taught online through CIEE’s global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in South African culture. Live, learn, and work in Cape Town!
Cape Town is South Africa’s vibrant, multicultural city, celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, dynamic arts scene, and rich blend of African, European, and Cape Malay influences. From iconic landmarks like Table Mountain and Robben Island to world-class museums, bustling markets, and scenic beaches, the city offers a unique backdrop for learning and exploration. Whether you are majoring in business, science, environmental studies, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Cape Town is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
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- Fall
- Communications
- Creative Writing
- Criminal Justice
- Education
- Geology
- Health Sciences
- International Relations
- Journalism
- Law
- Marine Science
- Marketing, Advertising, & PR
- Media
- Political Science & Politics
- Sociology
- Tourism
- American
Updated Jul 15, 2026
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- American
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Written Application
- Other
- Phone/Video Interview
Age Requirement
All Ages
Duration
- Spring
- Fall
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