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The Study + Internship program in Florence is designed for students who are aspiring professionals that want to distinguish themselves in an evolving global job market. The program allows you to make progress toward your academic degree and remain on track for graduation, while developing the top skills employers want you to gain by the time you enter the job market. During the program, you will intern at a local host organization while also taking our mandatory Global Internship Course and additional courses. Our diverse range of courses will provide you with a platform to excel academically, and your personalized internship placement will help you acquire professional experience from a global perspective and learn from professionals in an international context. Program options are dependent upon location, but may include: Semester, Summer, Part-Time and Full-Time Internships, and English and host language speaking placements. Learn more about the options and benefits of a CEA CAPA internship.
Florence
1/7/20 - 4/25/20
$16,695
13 - 16
Closed
11/15/19
3-4 courses directly related to the internship field of interest or 6 weeks full time work in the field is encouraged.
1 year as a registered college student by the time of application
All Levels, although absolute beginners are discouraged. Native English or equivalent fluency may be required for some placements.
2.75
For your CEA CAPA Study + Internship program, you will simultaneously intern at your host organization, take our mandatory Global Internship Course, and take additional elective courses. Your internship work schedule will be established once you arrive. It will be structured around your course schedule and may vary depending on your career field and host organization.
Internship Placement Duration and Hours:
You will intern at your host organization for a total of 12 weeks, not including any agreed upon break-week periods. Throughout your program, you will work 20 hours per week (240 hours total) and will likely intern during standard business hours Mondays-Fridays. Your placement may include in-person, remote, and hybrid work depending on the needs of your host organization.
Global Internship Course:
You will take the Global Internship Course alongside your internship placement. This professional development course is designed to accompany your placement so you can make the most of your internship abroad. You will learn how to understand and articulate the value of your internship through the lens of NACE Career Readiness Competencies that employers crave, which will help you stand out to future employers and graduate schools. You will also engage in live cultural discussions that will enhance your global perspective and intercultural awareness between your program location and the U.S. The course comprises of reading, writing, and verbal assignments, including building an e-portfolio, completing mock interviews, developing your online professional presence, giving a final presentation, conducting industry field research work, and more. You can also take advantage of additional CEA CAPA mentoring and career preparation workshops to complement what you learn in the course.
Credit Options:
You will receive academic credit for your internship abroad via the Global Internship Course and your performance at your internship placement. You can enroll in the course for 3 or 6 credits based on your unique needs and preferences. Whether you enroll in 3 or 6 credits, you will complete 20 hours per week (240 hours total) at your internship placement. The differentiation in the number of credits you choose will come from the amount of coursework and contact hours in the Global Internship Course. Unlike the 3-credit course, for the 6-credit course you will complete an additional robust industry field research project.
You will choose the number of credits you would like to enroll in for the Global Internship Course during the Internship Placement Process.
Additional Elective Courses
In addition to taking the Global Internship Course and completing your internship placement, you will choose 2-4 CEA CAPA elective courses to take from the catalog of course options available to you. By taking elective courses to complement the internship portion of your program, you will be able to make progress toward your degree and graduation requirements, maximize your learning, and gain a richer cultural experience while you are abroad.
Language courses meet for 60 contact hours/4 credits and elective courses meet for 45 contact hours/3 credits. Language courses meet 4 times per week, Monday-Thursday. Elective courses generally meet 2 times per week, Monday-Thursday; however required active learning components may be scheduled on Fridays. Please keep this in mind, as you will be expected to prioritize your courses over any personal travel on Fridays.
You may earn a total of 12-16 credits during your program. Given the demands of your internship, the Global Internship Course, and your elective courses, we recommend enrolling in a total of 12 credits. We also encourage you to discuss the total credits you plan to take with your home institution.
NACE-Certified Career Coaching & Internship Placement Process
Once you’ve submitted your application and required documents for your internship program, your career development adventure will begin! You will be assigned your very own NACE-Certified Career Development & Internship Specialist, who will work with you one-on-one throughout pre-departure to guide you through the steps and deadlines of our Internship Placement Process. Your Specialist will be your main point of contact for your internship prior to your departure. They will be happy to answer any questions you might have, and will also provide you with personalized career coaching, as needed, so you are set up for success for your internship abroad.
In addition to working with your Career Development & Internship Specialist, during the Internship Placement Process you will engage with your In-Country International Internship Coordinator in your location and your potential host site supervisor. Your International Internship Coordinator will draw from your application materials to source and match you with a personalized internship placement that best aligns with your unique experience, skills, career interests, and goals for your internship abroad. Please also note, your host site supervisor will retain the final decision on the finalization of your placement, so it’s important to approach your interview with your host site supervisor with maturity, adaptability, curiosity, and commitment to both your career interests and the host organization.
The following courses have been confirmed for this term. Please note, the host institution reserves the right to cancel or change courses without prior notification.
*Courses with an asterisk indicate that the course has been associated with multiple subject areas.
Please click on the course title to view additional subject areas and detailed course information.
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Advanced Italian | 300 | It | 60 | 4 |
Beginning Italian I | 100 | It | 60 | 4 |
Beginning Italian II | 100 | It | 60 | 4 |
Intermediate Italian I | 200 | It | 60 | 4 |
Intermediate Italian II | 200 | It | 60 | 4 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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International Internship: The Multicultural Workplace * | 400 | En, It | 142 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Gender as a Social Construct: Re Defining Gender Roles in Italian Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Secrets, Signs & Symbols in Italian Art: Exercises in Iconography | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Great Masters: Leonardo, Michelangelo & Raphael | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|
Family Business and Entrepreneurship | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Business of Food * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Value of Art: Art Management and Marketing | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Communication & Global Competence | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
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Sport & Culture in Contemporary Italy * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Culture of Food & Wine in Italy | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|
Fashion Marketing & Merchandising | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|
Gender as a Social Construct: Re Defining Gender Roles in Italian Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|
Sport & Culture in Contemporary Italy * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Policies of Organized Crime: Mafia and anti-Mafia in Italy * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|
Fashion Marketing & Merchandising | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|
Photography in Florence | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
Course Name | Level | Lang | Hours | Credits |
---|---|---|---|---|
Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Business of Food * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
The Policies of Organized Crime: Mafia and anti-Mafia in Italy * | 300 | En | 45 | 3 |
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*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.
Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.
From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Florence. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.
Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.
You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.
Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.
Date | Description |
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January 07
|
Arrival/Program Begins
Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Florence (FLR) airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing. |
January 08 - 11
|
Orientation
Mandatory CEA Orientation will be held. |
January 13
|
Classes Begin
Classes begin at CEA on this day. |
March 04 - 05
|
Midterm Exams
Midterm exams will be held at CEA. |
March 06 - 15
|
School Break
CEA will suspend classes for Spring Break. |
March 27
|
Make-Up Class
CEA classes are held to make up for April 13th holiday. |
April 13
|
Holiday
Easter Monday. No classes will be held at CEA. |
April 25
|
Program Ends/Move-Out
Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than noon on this day. |
This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.
Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.
Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.