While in Rome, students have the opportunity to complete an unpaid internship with a variety of organizations, businesses, agencies, and institutions. These collaborations often prove to be pivotal experiences, not only for professional development, but also for students' broader formation as global citizens.
Students interested in carrying out an internship during their fall or spring semester abroad should contact the student programs senior specialist:
May 1 deadline - for fall semesters
October 1 deadline - for spring semesters
Students interested in carrying out an internship during the summer months should apply through the Global Professional Experience Program. Italian language majors may apply through the Center for the Study of Language and Cultures.
Examples of internship placement fields:
Architecture
Art
Business and Marketing
Consulting
Archival documentation
Design
Education
Media
Public Relations
Politics
Humanitarian/Social/NGOs
Tourism
Students interested in pursuing a foreign affairs internship in official diplomatic contexts (U.S. embassies, consulates) must reference the U.S. State Department website.
Please be aware that host institutions make the final decision regarding candidate suitability. Internship placement and availability can vary depending on the term or the needs and requirements of hosting institutions.
When sending requests to the student programs senior specialist, please rank three areas of interest.