Summer Global Internship
Unique Experiences
GET TO KNOW SOME OF THE BERLIN’S YOUNG ENTREPRENEURS
through an internship in a city that, in 2020, generated 58% of all the venture capital invested throughout Germany
PAY YOUR RESPECTS AT THE HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL
and visit the amazing Museum Island, named for the complex of five internationally significant museums.
EXPLORE BERLIN’S CITY LIFE
along the Spree River, well known for its numerous cafés, street musicians, beach bars, flea markets, boutique shops, and pop-up stores.
400+
ART GALLERIES
1000+
FILM AND TELEVISION PRODUCTION COMPANIES
20,000
DIFFERENT PLANT SPECIES AT BERLIN’S BOTANIC GARDEN
Your Destination
Berlin is the dynamic and fascinating capital city of a country with a complex history. As a center of German cultural and intellectual life, the influence of Berlin reverberates around the world. It offers an incredibly wide range of cultural offerings and has a moderate cost of living, making it an attractive place for artists and young people. Berlin is a fast-paced city in which to work, live, or study.
Berlin’s 24-hour public transportation system is extensive and connects the areas of the city accessibly and quickly. CIEE Berlin is steps from a neighborhood subway station with easy access to the rest of the city. Located in the heart of the Kreuzberg district, CIEE Berlin offers students easy access to a large public market hall, restaurants and cafés, and a variety of shops.
Students commute to their internships and most program activities via local public transportation. Introduction to the system is provided during orientation and students are responsible for securing their own public transportation pass. Program housing is convenient to public transportation and all internship locations are accessible.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Berlin.
The Culture
FEATURED EXCURSION
Berlin is more than just an exciting urban destination; it also offers plenty of respite through its “green oases” throughout the city. For one of our excursions, students will get to explore the Gardens of the World where you can stroll through English Gardens, meditate in the Japanese Gardens and get a fantastic view over it all from their cable car.
OTHER EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Get to know your peers by participating in local activities like going to the open-air cinema, taking a riverboat cruise, or playing soccer
- Visit the multitude of universities, research institutes, museums, and historical sites to expand your understanding of Berlin culture
- Explore the arts scene with trips to local galleries, film festivals, concerts, and theater performances
- Dive into local history and find great deals at Berlin’s numerous flea markets, vintage stores, and second-hand shops.
- Get an inside look at Berlin’s thriving start-up scene and meet local experts from a variety of fields at the frequent networking events.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Take advantage of resume help and interviewing skills based on local business culture
- Explore the professional working world of Berlin through organizational site visits, industry networking events, and guest lectures
- Participate in workshops that will help you make the most of your internship
Program Blogs
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Berlin: The Ragged City with a Heart of Gold
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HOUSING & MEALS
Housing
CIEE Berlin offers a variety of housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. Your accommodation preferences will be met in the form of dorms, homestays, and shared apartments. Additionally, all housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, and restaurants. Most students live in an on-campus residence hall with a mix of CIEE students and resident assistants.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room at a homestay; or a triple or quad room accommodation on campus at the CIEE G27 dormitory; or a double room off-campus in a shared apartment/residence hall located within 45 minutes of CIEE Berlin.
- Homestays: Homestays feature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family. Students who live with host families receive breakfast and dinner daily.
- CIEE G27 Dormitory: Triples and quad rooms on campus offer an en-suite bathroom and are fully furnished and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Wi-Fi. The dormitory has four large, shared student kitchens, five student lounges, and a laundry room.
- Shared Apartments/Residence Halls: Off-campus shared apartments offer double rooms, kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with other students. In residence halls and at shared apartments, students can prepare their own meal in the (shared) kitchens. Basic cooking utensils are provided. In the surrounding neighborhood and throughout the city, there are plenty of restaurants ready for students to explore.
Select Housing: Includes a double dorm room or shared apartment at the CIEE Berlin campus or a single room off-campus in a shared apartment/residence hall located within 45 minutes of CIEE Berlin. In residence halls and at shared apartments, students can prepare their own meals in the (shared) kitchens. Basic cooking utensils are provided. In the surrounding neighborhood and throughout the city, there are plenty of restaurants ready for students to explore. Select housing requires an additional fee.
- Residence Halls: The on-campus residence hall rooms offer en-suite bathrooms and are fully furnished and equipped with a fridge, microwave, and Wi-Fi. The residence hall has four large, shared student kitchens, five student lounges, and a laundry room.
- Shared Apartments: Off-campus shared apartments offer kitchens, common areas, and laundry facilities shared with other students.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive.
Meals
Residence Hall or Apartments: Meals are not included in the program cost. In both housing styles, students can prepare their own meals within the kitchen facilities. CIEE provides basic cooking utensils and cleaning supplies.
Students can also explore the myriad restaurants in our multicultural Kreuzberg neighborhood or throughout the city.
Transportation
Commute time from housing location to internship will vary depending on the location of the internship provider.
Academics
As a global intern in Berlin, you’ll work in a non-paying position within a wide range of opportunities across a diverse set of innovative industries and take an integrated online academic course. Extra-curricular cultural activities in and around Berlin complement your internship and coursework.
This eight-week program includes a full-time internship and an integrated online academic course.
Course Information
Summer Session II 2025
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Discover Internship Opportunities
We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with CIEE Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
Berlin's work scene is dynamic, featuring a booming tech industry, thriving startups, and a vibrant creative sector. Its laid-back culture promotes work-life balance, making it a hub for innovation. Interns thrive in flat hierarchies, gaining experience in collaborative teams and contributing to impactful projects.
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.
Business Management and Administration
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.
Health Science
Immerse yourself in global healthcare systems to study cross-border medical practices and address public health challenges.
Information Technology
Explore diverse tech environments, cutting-edge innovation, and emerging technologies in South Korea, Spain, and more.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- Stohl International Undergraduate Research Scholarships
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- CIEE STEM Scholarship
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $4,650
Housing = $2,800**
Insurance = $200
Total Fees = $7,950Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $224†
International Airfare = $1,250
Local Transportation = $250
Personal expenses = $160††
Other = $65
Total Costs = $1,949Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable
**Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $340 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††Includes 3 GB data/month. 6 GB data would cost an extra $9/month
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation = $300*
Educational Costs = $4,453
Housing = $2,500
Insurance = $197
Total Fees = $7,450Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $224†
International Airfare = $1,250
Local Transportation = $200
Personal expenses = $160††
Other = $65
Total Costs = $1,899Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
Select Housing Fee = $400^
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
*non-refundable
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $340 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††Includes 3 GB data/month. 6 GB data would cost an extra $9/month
^first-come, first serve, based on availability
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Andrea Adam Moore
Center Director
Andrea Adam Moore holds a Master in Business Administration. Andrea was previously the Director of the Indiana University Europe Gateway in Berlin.
Julia Widdig
INTERNSHIP MANAGER
Julia has been working at CIEE Berlin since 2018, first as part of the Student Life Team, and now as the Internship Program Manager. She has a BA from University...
Eric Ginola
DIRECTOR OF STUDENT LIFE
Having grown up in the Chicago area and completed his undergraduate degree at Macalester College, Eric went on to complete his graduate work at the University of Washington-Seattle, where he...
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Start a Program Application
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Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact CIEE
We're here to help! Email us if you have questions or need help applying to this program. Upon your acceptance, you'll speak with on-site CIEE staff about your internship goals. CIEE will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.