Summer Intern + Study Abroad
Unique Experiences
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at an energy solutions company
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at an innovative technology startup
Your Destination
Berlin is Germany鈥檚 vibrant, cosmopolitan capital, celebrated for its dynamic nightlife, rich blend of cultures, iconic architectural landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and Berlin TV Tower, world-class museums and galleries, cozy caf茅s and global food spots, eclectic shopping scenes, and expansive parks and waterways. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Berlin is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
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 in-person courses at 日博体育 Berlin or online courses delivered by 日博体育鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Workshops: Participate in workshops to enhance your resume, develop your interview skills, gain cultural competence, and network in German business culture.
- 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 Berlin.
Excursions & Activities
日博体育鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in Berlin will open doors for you to explore Germany's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Visit the famous Reichstag, Germany鈥檚 iconic parliament building
- Walk along the banks of the Spree River and the Landwehr Canal to soak up the summer vibes like true Berliners
- Get an inside look at Berlin鈥檚 thriving startup scene and meet locals at a networking pitch event
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
Program Blogs
Inside Unkompress: Where Berlin Listens
By: Sophie Girard Berlin is most famously known for its techno scene, but beyond the fast paced echoing beats lies a community devoted to disco, house, and soul music. Listening... keep reading
Planting Roots in Berlin
By: Sylvie Cullen Growing up, the closest city to me was Raleigh, North Carolina. This city has less than 500,000 people, and covers about 150 square miles. In comparison, Berlin... keep reading
Embracing Independence on a Solo Trip to Rostock
By: Brooke Menzock One thing I鈥檝e loved while being abroad is the independence and the freedom to go anywhere I want, whenever I want. As a very independent and adventurous... keep reading
Housing & Meals
Housing
日博体育 Berlin offers a variety of housing options to ensure you're comfortable in鈥痽our home away from home. We strive to meet your accommodation preferences in the form of residence halls, homestays, and shared apartments. Additionally, all housing options鈥痑re鈥痩ocated in鈥痭eighborhoods with convenient access to public鈥痶ransportation,鈥痵hops, and restaurants.
Standard Housing: Includes one of the following options: (1) a single room at a homestay; (2) accommodation in a triple or quad room at 日博体育 Berlin; or (3) - if dorm capacity is exceeded - a double room off-campus in a鈥痵hared apartment/residence hall located within 45 minutes of 日博体育.
- Homestays鈥痜eature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family.
- Off-campus shared apartments offer kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with鈥痮ther students.鈥
- Triples and quad rooms on campus offer an ensuite bathroom and are fully furnished and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Wi-Fi.
- The residence hall has four large, shared student kitchens, five student lounges, and a laundry room.
Students who live with host families receive breakfast and dinner daily. In residence halls and at shared apartments, students can prepare their own meals in the (shared) kitchens. Basic cooking utensils are provided. In the neighborhood or throughout the city, there are plenty of restaurants ready for students to explore.
Select Housing:鈥疘ncludes a double room at 日博体育 Berlin, or if dorm capacity is exceeded, off-campus a private bedroom within a shared apartment鈥痩ocated within 45 minutes of 日博体育.鈥Select housing requires an鈥痑dditional fee.
- The on-campus residence hall rooms offer ensuite bathrooms and are fully furnished and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Wi-Fi.
- The residence hall has four large, shared student kitchens, five student lounges, and a laundry room.鈥
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive.
Meals
Homestays: Include two meals, usually breakfast and dinner. For non-homestay housing, meals are not included in the program cost.
Shared apartment/residence hall: Students can prepare their own meals within the kitchen facilities. 日博体育 provides basic cooking utensils and cleaning supplies. Students can also explore the various restaurants in our multicultural Kreuzberg neighborhood or throughout the city. Students should be prepared to have a food budget.
Transportation
Commute time from housing location to internship will vary depending on location of the internship provider.
Academics
日博体育 Berlin: Study in the heart of Berlin's Kreuzberg district, in close proximity to a large public market hall, plenty of restaurants and caf茅s, and various shops. 日博体育 Berlin features classrooms, student lounges, a study space, a student life office, an academic advising office, an on-campus caf茅, and a dedicated outdoor space.
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.
Course Information
Language Classes
- During course selection, students interested in a non-introductory language course will be required to take a language assessment to determine their proficiency level. Enrollment will be finalized on-site and is based on assessment outcomes.
- Students can also enroll in an optional Survival German course (non-credit) during a single block.
日博体育 proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 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
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.
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
Berlin's work scene is dynamic, featuring a booming tech industry, thriving startups, and a vibrant creative sector. Its laid-back culture promotes work-life balance, making it a hub for innovation. Interns thrive in flat hierarchies, gaining experience in collaborative teams and contributing to impactful projects.
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.
Business Management and Administration
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.
Consumer Goods and Retail
Explore consumer behaviors, business strategies, international retail trends, and more in the global commerce marketplace.
Finance
Study global markets, financial systems, and cross-border investment strategies in international firms, banks, and companies.
Marketing, Sales and Service
Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.
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 & 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:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- 日博体育 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- 日博体育 STEM Scholarship
- Trailblazer Grant
To be considered, submit the 日博体育 Scholarships & Grants application within your 日博体育 program application.
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.
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
Our Staff
Andrea Adam Moore
Regional Director of Operations for Europe
Andrea holds a Master鈥檚 Degree in Business Administration from Humboldt-Universit盲t zu Berlin.
Greta Krumbholz
Academic Director
Greta Krumbholz has a Master鈥檚 degree in German and Slavic Studies and a Ph.D. in linguistics at the University of Hamburg. She has taught at the University of Hamburg, the...
Eric Ginola
Director of Student Life
Having grown up in the Chicago area and completed his undergraduate degree at Macalester College, Eric went on to complete his graduate work at the University of Washington-Seattle, where he...
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Start a Program Application
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Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact 日博体育
We're here to help! Email us if you have questions or need help applying to this program. Upon your acceptance, you'll speak with on-site 日博体育 staff about your internship goals. 日博体育 will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.
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