Study + Internship in Florence

Study + Internship in Florence

About the Program

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.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Florence

Dates:

5/20/25 - 7/24/25

Price:

$8,295

Credits:

6

Deadlines

Apply By:

2/15/25

Withdraw By:

3/15/25

Requirements

$95 Online Application Fee
Transcript - Unofficial
Statement of Interest
Program Participation Agreement
Complete Application
CV/Resume
Internship Assessment Form

Eligibility

Foreign Language
Proficiency:

English-speaking placements are available.

Other:

Must be in good academic and disciplinary standing at your home institution.

Other:

At time of application, must be either currently enrolled as a degree-seeking undergraduate student or have graduated in the last 6 months with an undergraduate degree from an accredited US higher education institution.

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Education
Completed:

At time of application, must have completed at least 1 year of full-time undergraduate coursework at a higher education institution.

Other:

By start of program, must be at least 18 years of age.

Other:

Students enrolled in an institution in Canada or Mexico are eligible if the home institution accepts a US transcript and credits.

Additional Internship Documents (As Requested)

Please note, your Italian proficiency will be assessed, and you will need to submit your Resume and Statement of Interest in English and Italian.
We recommend a minimum of 5 semesters of Italian for this program. Some Placements may require native Italian or native English fluency or equivalent due to internship responsibilities. If you are a native Italian speaker, we highly encourage you to communicate and showcase this within the application process.
You may be required to submit additional documents, depending on the needs of your CEA CAPA Global Internship Program. A CEA CAPA representative will reach out to you after you have submitted your initial application to collect any additional documents we might need.
These additional documents may include, but are not limited to:
  • A professional portfolio
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Police Background checks: If you are applying for a placement working with vulnerable populations or children, or if CEA CAPA identifies a placement opportunity with or connected to such an organization, most likely you will be required to complete a police background check in the US and the host country for certain locations.

Internship Career Field(s)

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Where You'll Study

CEA CAPA Florence Center

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Student Lounge
Study Area
Study Area
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
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Student Health Services
6

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

For your CEA CAPA Internship program, you will simultaneously intern at your host organization, and take our mandatory Global Internship Course. Your internship work schedule will be established once you arrive, and may vary depending on your career field and host organization. 

Internship Placement Duration and Hours:
You will intern at your host organization for 8-weeks and complete 20 hours per week (160 hours total). You will likely intern during standard business hours Mondays-Fridays and 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 will enroll in the course for 3 credits and complete 20 hours per week at your internship placement.

Additional Elective Courses:
In addition to taking the Global Internship Course and completing your internship placement, you will choose 1 additional CEA CAPA courses to take from the catalog of course options available to you. By taking and elective course 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. 

Each elective course meets for 45 contact hours/3 credits. 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 6 credits during your program.

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.

All Levels Course Structure

Courses

The host institution has offered the following courses in the past. Please note that course listings will not be finalized until the start of the term.

*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
Global Internship Course 400 En 22 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Museology: The Art of Collecting Objects 300 En 45 3
Renaissance Art History 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Food & Culture in Italy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Beginning Composition Drawing * 100 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Economics 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Policies of Organized Crime: Mafia and anti-Mafia in Italy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Beginning Italian I 100 It 45 3
Intermediate Italian I 200 It 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Beginning Oil Painting * 100 En 45 3
Beginning Watercolor * 100 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Cross Cultural Psychology 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Policies of Organized Crime: Mafia and anti-Mafia in Italy * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Critical Perspectives on Italy: Contemporary Culture & Society * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
The Great Masters: Leonardo, Michelangelo & Raphael 300 En 45 3
Women, Art, and Culture in Italy 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Family Business and Entrepreneurship 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Analyzing & Exploring the City: Florence * 300 En 45 3
Food & Culture 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
Contemporary Italian Cinema 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Beginning Italian I 100 It 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Fashion Marketing & Merchandising 300 En 45 3
International Marketing 300 En 45 3

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Where You'll Stay

*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.

Excursions

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.

What's Included in your Program

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.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Language Exchanges
  • Volunteer Opportunities
  • Excursions
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

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Sample Budget

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