Study + Internship in Sydney

Study + Internship in Sydney

About the Program

The Study + Internship program in Sydney 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:

Sydney

Dates:

late Jan 2026 - late Apr 2026

Price:

$21,195

Credits:

12 - 15

Deadlines

Apply By:

10/15/25

Withdraw By:

11/15/25

Requirements

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

Eligibility

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.

Other:

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

Minimum
GPA:

2.5

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Foreign Language
Proficiency:

English-speaking placements are available.

Education
Completed:

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

Other:

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

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)

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 Sydney Center

The CEA CAPA Sydney Center is housed on University of Technology Sydney (UTS)'s campus within the Haymarket neighborhood. The Center comprises 6 classrooms, including 3 large lecture-style classrooms,...

Student Lounge
Student Lounge
Study Area
Study Area
Counseling Services
Counseling Services
Travel Books & Resources
Travel Books & Resources
12-15

Credits

Program Structure & Courses

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. 

  • 3 credits: minimum 240 placement hours (20 hours per week) + Global Internship Course (meets for 1.5 hours for 8 sessions)
  • 6 credits: minimum 240 placement hours (20 hours per week) + Global Internship Course (meets for 1.5 hours for 13 sessions)

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 additional CEA CAPA 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. 

Each elective course is 3 credits and will meet for 45 contact hours. 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 12-15 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 Coach, 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 Coach 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 Coach, 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 45 6
Global Internship Course 400 En 22 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Art Down Under: From the Dreamtime to the Present 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Data Visualization 300 En 45 3
Innovation & Entrepreneurship 300 En 45 3
International Finance: Context & Practice * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Artificial Intelligence in Society 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Analyzing & Exploring the City: Sydney * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Economics 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Writing the City: Sydney 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Australian Cinema: Representation & Learning * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Finance: Context & Practice * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Environmental Debates: People, Place & Culture 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Global Health in an Interconnected World 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Australian History: Aboriginal History to Colonization 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Global Workforce Management 300 En 45 3
International Dimensions of Organizational Behavior 300 En 45 3
Sports Management * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
International Business Marketing 300 En 45 3
Sports Marketing * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Australia in the World * 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Analyzing & Exploring the City: Sydney * 300 En 45 3
Locating Social Inequality 300 En 45 3
Sport in Australian Society 300 En 45 3
Course Name Level Lang Hours Credits
Managing Global Supply Chains 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 Sydney. 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
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Transportation Pass
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Excursions
  • Official Transcript(s)

Sample Calendar

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Sample Budget

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