Give Back Abroad!
Ready for your next big adventure?
Take the next step!
If you love being part of a youth group and want to give back, we've got you! With CIEE, you can turn your summer into a 3–4 week international experience built around things that make a meaningful difference, like:
- Leadership & Service in Youth Development in Ghana, Mexico, Morocco, or the Dominican Republic.
- Civic Engagement & Community Building in South Africa.
- Wildlife Conservation in Costa Rica, Australia, Botswana, and more!
All our programs combine hands-on learning opportunities with daily cultural activities and summer fun to help you grow real-world skills and expand your horizons.
What we offer:
- Accessible to teens in grades 9-12
- 3 to 4 weeks
- 40+ destinations
- Housing in dorms or homestays, depending on location.
- Up to 50 hours of service learning.
- Topics include engineering, marine science, creative writing, dance, business, and more.
Differentiators
Experience The World
Live and breathe a new culture. Join in on daily cultural adventures and weekend excursions. Our summer abroad programs take you to some of the most exciting places in the world to learn from and engage with local experts.
Make New Friends & Memories
Connect with other students from around the U.S. to share new experiences you'll never forget! Bigger adventures make for deeper bonds. Get ready to seriously expand your friend list and create a network that will last a lifetime, long after your program ends.
Develop New Skills & Build Your Resume
Only 2% of high school students study abroad, which means you will stand out from the crowd on competitive college applications after you go on a CIEE program! Participate in real-world experiences designed to help you develop new skills and boost your resume.