S茫o Paulo
S茫o Paulo, Brazil

Summer Intern + Study Abroad

Study Program Part-Time Internship

Tentative Dates

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6 weeks

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Overview

Your 日博体育 Summer Intern and Study Abroad program in S茫o Paulo lasts 6 weeks and features three key components: A part-time internship with an international organization (15-20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and a 3-credit academic online course through 日博体育鈥檚 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 Brazil's culture. Live, learn, and work in S茫o Paulo! 

Unique Experiences

Develop financial strategy and reporting skills

by gaining hands-on experience in analysis and data reporting with organizations in S茫o Paulo's finance sector

2) Contribute to sustainable product innovation

by supporting research and development in eco-friendly design and technology advancements in Brazil's sustainability sector

3) Assist in market research and business strategy

3) Assist in market research and business strategy

Experience
  • Sao Paulo

Your Destination

S茫o Paulo is Brazil鈥檚 vibrant, cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its dynamic nightlife, iconic modern architecture, renowned art museums, bustling food markets, trendy caf茅s, and expansive green spaces like Ibirapuera Park. As a hub for business, innovation, and culture, the city offers endless opportunities to explore and grow. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, S茫o Paulo is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.

S茫o Paulo

Program Highlights

  • Internship Placements: 日博体育 offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
  • Elective Courses: Choose from online courses delivered by 日博体育鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
  • Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in Brazilian business culture through an internship and workshops that build practical skills, foster cultural competence, and expand your network.
  • Company Visits: Visit a digitally native company, a consulting firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in S茫o Paulo. 
Sao Paulo

Excursions & Activities

日博体育鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in S茫o Paulo will open doors for you to explore Brazil鈥檚 rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.鈥 

Samples of excursions and activities:鈥 

  • Take a guided tour through the city's colonial and modern landmarks, including the S茫o Paulo Cathedral, P谩tio do Col茅gio (the city鈥檚 founding site), and the bustling Mercado Municipal
  • Explore Nature at Serra da Cantareira, one of the world鈥檚 largest urban forests, where you will hike scenic trails and learn about local biodiversity  
  • Visit the vibrant neighborhood of Liberdade, home to S茫o Paulo鈥檚 Japanese-Brazilian community, before heading to an Afro-Brazilian cultural center 

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 日博体育's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.鈥 

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Academics

Academics

日博体育 S茫o Paulo:鈥Study in S茫o Paulo, Brazil鈥檚 largest and most diverse city. Explore vibrant neighborhoods, dive into the city鈥檚 world-class arts and music scene, and experience the nonstop energy that makes S茫o Paulo a cultural powerhouse.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by 日博体育 in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 6-week sessions that fit within the 日博体育 academic calendar.  鈥 

GPA

2.5

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Additional Requirements

Please refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 日博体育 courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 日博体育 staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Requirements

All Intern + Study Abroad in S茫o Paulo students take the required 3-credit part-time internship with the embedded internship seminar plus one additional course for a total of 6-7 semester credits.

Program Credit

Total Credit: 6-7 U.S. semester /9-10.5 quarter credits

Course Credit

  • 日博体育 Internship: 3 U.S. semester credits/4.5 quarter credits: 45 hours of in-person and asynchronous online learning activities and 100-120 hours at the internship placement
  • ASU Online Courses: Typically, 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 日博体育 courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 日博体育 staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Academic Culture

日博体育 offers a focused and immersive experience for students, blending rigorous coursework with hands-on learning opportunities to deepen understanding of both academic subjects and the local culture.

日博体育 courses typically run from Monday through Thursday, providing students with a concentrated schedule that allows for intensive study and exploration. This condensed format encourages students to fully engage with the material and make the most of their time.

Attendance is mandatory for 日博体育 courses. This emphasizes the importance of active participation and engagement in the learning process, encouraging students to fully commit to their academic pursuits.

ASU Courses: Most ASU online courses are asynchronous. You may find yourself in classes with students from ASU, other American universities, and students from around the world. You鈥檒l receive direct and individualized support from faculty, 100% online.

Class Format

Attendance is strictly enforced both for classes and required co-curricular excursions. Students should expect an average of two hours of preparation required for each hour in class. Instruction is supported and augmented online with our learning management system, Canvas.

ASU online courses meet in 鈥渟essions鈥 that are 6-weeks long in the semester, and all work must be completed within the session dates regardless of when your other 日博体育 courses begin or end.

Grading

The embedded internship course will be assessed in assignments and activities, completion of 100-120 internship hours, and feedback from the internship supervisor.

ASU grading follows the same format and standards as ASU courses taught in-person. 鈥淧ass/fail鈥 or 鈥淎udit鈥 is not allowed for 日博体育 students.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 日博体育 courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 日博体育 staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Language of Instruction

English

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 日博体育 courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 日博体育 staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Courses

Course Information

日博体育 proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.

日博体育 and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.

Check the 日博体育 Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program! 

Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO

 

Program Options

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 日博体育 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 日博体育's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 日博体育 sites.

Internships

Discover Internship Opportunities

We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with 日博体育 Study Abroad.

Explore Industry Options

S茫o Paulo's dynamic work scene offers extensive internship opportunities with major companies, financial institutions, and tech startups across finance, technology, marketing, and international businesses. As Brazil鈥檚 economic hub, the city is home to multinational corporations and leading industries that provide hands-on experience in a fast-paced and innovative environment. S茫o Paulo's diverse and globalized workforce fosters collaboration and networking, supporting professional growth in Latin America鈥檚 largest business center.

A female intern picks crops from a field

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Gain experience in agricultural markets, agribusiness companies, and NGOs to study food production and global processes.

Female finance intern presenting to coworkers at a whiteboard in a conference room

Finance

Study global markets, financial systems, and cross-border investment strategies in international firms, banks, and companies.

A female intern listens to instructions from her teacher

Manufacturing

Study global supply chains, production technologies, and international business strategies in England, Singapore, and more.

Two female interns work on an engineering project

Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Gain hands-on skills in sustainable technologies, research projects, and scientific studies in Costa Rica, Mexico, and more.

Browse Internship Opportunities

Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.

Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of 日博体育 fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 日博体育 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.

Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

日博体育 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

  • Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
  • Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
  • 日博体育 Gilman Go Global Grant

To be considered, submit the 日博体育 Scholarships & Grants application within your 日博体育 program application.

Learn more about scholarships

Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 日博体育, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing

Program Summer 2026 6 weeks Start Date * End Date *

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 日博体育's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.

Program Fees

日博体育 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 日博体育 iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

日博体育 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

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Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

日博体育 iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Alejandra Herrera

Regional Director of Operations for Latin America, Interim Center Director, Santiago Chile

Alejandra is a passionate and experienced educator in higher education in Chile with more than 10 years in the field of International Education.

Get Started Steps

Get Started

Here鈥檚 what you need to do to take the next steps:

1

Start an Application

You're one step closer to an amazing study abroad experience!

2

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.

3

Contact Us

Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.

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