Engineering & Automotives
A Summer for Fun, Friends, and Your Future
Explore
Have fun discovering Germany's automotive engineering legacy and latest innovations.
Network
Meet new friends and engineers. Build your own community.
Get Inspired
Launch your future today! Investigate how German manufacturers design the cars of tomorrow. Collaborate to propose an engineering solution to a contemporary challenge.
The Destinatation
Welcome to Germany, a European hub of engineering, design and automotive excellence.
Germany’s deep-rooted legacy in automotive design is easy to spot on every street corner. Berlin’s DRIVE Volkswagen Group Forum offers an immersive journey through decades of German innovation, while in Munich, BMW Welt and the BMW Museum highlight both the heritage and future of design. Germany is a land where tradition and technology meet, with centuries-old cathedrals on cobblestone streets standing beside sleek glass buildings and digital art installations.
Berlin's bold energy, historic architecture and creative spirit contrast beautifully with Munich's old-world charm and alpine views. History can be seen around every corner, from the colorful murals of the East Side Gallery on the remains of the Berlin Wall to the grand halls of Munich's Residenz, once home to Bavarian royalty. Enjoy Bavarian specialties like schnitzel (deep-fried pork steak) and käsespätzle (cheesy homemade noodles), or sample soft pretzels and currywurst (sliced sauce and curry sauce) from street vendors. Whether you're passionate about technology, history or culture, Germany runs on inspiration.
Cultural Awareness
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. No matter where you choose to study abroad with CIEE, our staff will be on hand throughout your program to provide advice, resources, and support.
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Sample Itinerary
Sample Activities
- Visit the DRIVE Exhibition by the Volkswagen Group Forum in Berlin for an immersive journey through automotive innovation and see iconic vehicles like the VW Beetle and Bus, plus over 100 exhibits showcasing German engineering.
- Take a guided tour through Berlin and see iconic landmarks like the neoclassical Brandenburg Gate, the poignant Jewish Memorial and the Cold War-era Checkpoint Charlie.
- Wander the German Museum of Technology, where hands-on exhibits bring historic engineering feats from steam locomotives to early computing machines to life.
- Wander the Englischer Garten (English Garden) in Munich, one of the largest urban parks in the world, home to green spaces, waterways and stands serving traditional German food.
- Check out the BMW Welt and Museum in Munich, showcasing everything from futuristic concept cards to classic models spanning the history of German automobiles.
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Eligibility
Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
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.
| Program Balance | $8,550 |
| Total Fees | $8,550 |
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.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
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.
| Program Balance | $8,550 |
| Total Fees | $8,550 |
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.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
Our Staff
Andrea Adam Moore
Regional Director of Operations for Europe
Andrea holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.
Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.
Get Started
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Connect with your Teachers or Parents
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact Us
Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about enrolling.
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