Is This Program Right For You?  Boston University’s internship programs combine coursework in a particular academic area with professional work experience.  The coursework and the internship complement one another, enabling students to deepen their understanding of the culture and work environment of the host country.  Internship programs offer courses in language, liberal arts, and more specialized fields such as business and finance; advertising, marketing, and public relations; journalism; and politics and international relations, to name a few.  Upon successful completion of the semester, students receive 15 to 20 Boston University credits.

Internship placements are made by experienced professionals at our program sites, based on the experience, needs, and objectives of each student.  Students should note that placements are diverse, and they need to be flexible about their assignments.  Internships are assessed differently in each program, but may require a portfolio, written work, research, and/or field study throughout the internship period.

The Courses/Program:  At the beginning of the program, students enroll in several courses.  These may be language courses, core courses that focus on an aspect of the local culture, or general courses which students can choose from a list of electives.  During this time, students in most locations also meet with internship placement advisors to refine their idea of work placement according to ability, professional goals, experience, and work habits.  Please see the Boston University catalogue for more information about each internship program.

Programs in Oceania by Internship Area:

Advertising, Marketing & Public Relations: Auckland, Sydney
Arts & Arts Administration: Auckland, Sydney
Business, Economics or Finance: Auckland, Sydney
Education: Sydney
Health & Human Services: Auckland, Sydney
Hospitality Administration: Auckland, Sydney
Information Technology & Telecommunications: Auckland
International Organizations/NGOs: Auckland, Sydney
Journalism/Publishing: Auckland, Sydney
Management: Auckland, Sydney
Media & Entertainment: Auckland, Sydney
Politics & Government: Auckland, Sydney
Pre-law: Auckland
Psychology & Social Policy: Auckland, Sydney
Theater Arts & Drama: Sydney

Housing:  Depending on the location, students are placed in shared apartments or residence halls with other BU Internship participants or local students.  Homestays are available in some programs.

Duration/Deadlines:
• Fall Semester: Program duration varies, but is generally early September – mid-December / Application deadline: October 15th
• Spring Semester: Program duration varies, but is generally early January – late April / Application deadline: March 15th

Requirements:
• 3.0 GPA (in major and overall)
• Some programs have language or other requirements.  Please see the Boston University catalogue for more information.

Program Cost Includes: Fees differ by program, but generally include tuition, housing, airfare, excursions, and emergency travel assistance coverage.  For more information: www.bu.edu/abroad.  Catalogues are available in ISAP’s Resource Rooms.  Please note: The information on this sheet is for reference purposes only.  It is your responsibility to confirm details and deadlines.