* Virtual Global Internships & Study Abroad
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These pages are currently under revision, and may not have a complete list of programs. Please contact Hannah Nevitt to explore all program options.
This page highlights Virtual Global Study & Internship programs. Please note there are many other options available beyond what is listed. This is not a guaranteed list for credit transfer. Students must obtain department advisor approval for fulfilling degree requirements. Students must apply to both the provider through the links below, and to WWU Education Abroad.
Advisor
Advisor
Hannah Nevitt
Office: Remote/Miller Hall 208
Advising Info
Virtual Global Internship*: Students complete an online internship with an internationally based placement (for credit, not for pay) that is usually accompanied by an “Internship Course” at part-time or full-time status. The course may include discussions on work-place differences and provide check-in opportunities with onsite professionals on projects to support your international work experience.
*Internship approval: Students need approval from a WWU faculty advisor who will determine how the internship will be evaluated.
Learn more about virtual options.
After you decide on a program and the courses you will take abroad, you must complete the Departmental Academic Advising Esign Form with your advisor before your program commences.
Review Your Degree Works
Web4U > Student > Student Records > Degree Works. Follow steps to see what you have completed, and what you still need for your degree plan. At least 50% of the credit hours required for the major/minor must be earned at Western.
An official transcript from your program must be sent to Education Abroad for processing upon completion of your program.
More Info
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Scholarships & Financial Aid
- Things to Consider
- Cost of Living around the World
- Consider an International Studies Minor to globalize your degree
Program Options
- Independent organizations that facilitate or administer study abroad programs for students
- Quarter, semester, academic year, calendar year, and summer
- Pay a program fee that includes tuition, housing, etc. (varies)
- More services provided
- Often includes excursions, onsite pickup, varied housing options
- Part time internships can be available for credit
Virtual Global Courses
Virtual Global Courses
- SIT - Online Courses - Intensive Language Study, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter
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Credits:
Summer: 4, Semester: 4
Duration:
Summer: 6 weeks
Semester: 9 weeks
Tuition:
Summer: $989 - $1056
Semester: $1296
Locations:
Global locations
Language Study:
Summer: Hindi, Arabic, Nepali, Tibetan, Swahili
Semester: Arabic, Nepali, Tibetan
- API - Virtual Innovation/Community Lab/Capstone/Senior Thesis, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter
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Credits:
Varied
No Transcript, need to work with WWU Faculty/Department for potential credit
Duration:
10 weeks
Capstone:
Work with a team of 4-6 peers to develop innovative business solutions to global challenges. Access industry mentors & cultural coaches for concept development and design.
*Can combo with API Global Select Courses or Internship for Fall
Tuition:
$980 for summer
$1200 for fall/winter/spring
Locations:
Global placements
Placements:
Various fields/industries
Future Term Discounts:
$3000 off future semester/$500 off future summer programs!
Virtual Global Internship
Virtual Global Internship
- SIT - Virtual Global Internship, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter
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Credits:
Summer: 7, Semester: 6
Duration:
Summer: 6 weeks, Fall/Spring: 12 weeks
Tuition:
Summer: $2009 - $2472 depending on program.
Semester: $2340
Locations:
Global locations
Placements in:
Education & Social Change, Public Health, Gender & Sexuality, Transitional Justice/Human Rights, Social Justice/Activism, Women's Rights, Environment, Sustainability, Finance, NGO's, & International Relations
- API - Virtual Global Internship , Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter
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Credits:
4-9
Duration:
8 weeks or Custom Dates: Works for Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring
Tuition:
$1650 + $750 for optional transcript
Locations:
Global placements
Placements:
Various fields/industries
Future Term Discounts:
$3000 off future semester/$500 off future summer programs!
- CEA - Virtual Global Internship, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter
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Credits:
4
Duration:
Summer: 8 weeks, Fall: 10 weeks
Tuition:
$1995
Locations:
Australia, Spain, Costa Rica, Italy, Czech Republic, France, Ireland, Argentina
Placements in:
Accounting, Advertising, Arts, Broadcasting, Business Management, Communication, Data Management, Design, Engineering, Finance, IT, Journalism, Law, Marketing, Non Profit Administration, PR, Sales, Tourism, Visual & Digital Arts
Future Term Discounts:
$1500 off future semester/$500 off future summer programs!
- CEA - Summer Virtual Innovation Internship, Summer Quarter
Credits:
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9 credits
Duration:
8 weeks
Tuition:
$3595
Courses:
Creating your Start-Up, International Internship
- AIFS GE Virtual International Internship, Spring Semester, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter
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Credits:
0-18
Duration:
Summer: 8 weeks, Quarter/Semester: 8 - 12 weeks
Custom Dates:
Works for Summer, Fall, Winter, or Spring Semester
Tuition:
$1500 (8wk) $1800 (12week) + $600 for optional 4-9 credits
Add additional credits for $600 each course
Example: $2100 gets you 13 credits
Locations:
Global placements
Placements in:
Business, Marketing, Finance, Accounting, Graphic Design, IT/Computing, Journalism
Scholarships:
$200 off for Pell Grant recipients. Additional $200 off for Gilman recipients.
Future Term Discounts:
$500 off future internships with GE
- The Intern Group - Virtual Global Internship, Spring Semester, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter
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Credits:
Varied
*Students need to work with a WWU Faculty Advisor for credit
Duration:
4 weeks - 24 weeks
Tuition:
$2990 + $450 for optional transcript
Locations:
China, Ireland, Australia, Japan, Spain, Hong Kong, Canada, England, Chile, Colombia, Thailand, South Africa
Placements in:
Architecture, Art, Photography, Design, Business, Consulting, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Sciences & Sustainability, Fashion, Finance & Accounting, Government & Politics, Hospitality, HR, IT & Computer Science, Journalism, Publishing & Media, Languages & Translation, Law, Medical Electives & Public Health, NGOs & Non Profits, PR & Marketing, Psychology, Real Estate, Science, Social Work, TV & Film, Theatre & Music
- ISA - Virtual Global Internships, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter
Credits:
Summer: 0-4, Fall: 0-6
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Duration:
Summer: 8 weeks (Full Time Internship/ 200 hours), Fall: 16 weeks (Part Time Internship/ 160 hours)
Tuition:
$1550 + $300 for optional transcript
Locations in:
Australia, Peru, Spain, Vietnam
Placements in:
Marketing, Communications, Business, International Business, Finance, Software Engineering, Computer Science, Data Science, Tourism, Fashion, Film, History, Anthropology, Education, Psychology, General Engineering, Environmental Science, Pre-Law
- USAC - Virtual Internship, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter
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Credits:
4
Duration:
Summer: 6 weeks, Fall: 3 months
Tuition:
$1390
Locations in:
China, Czech Republic, Italy, Spain, Uruguay, Germany, Ghana, Costa Rica, France
Placements in:
Digital Marketing & Social Media, Business, Event Planning, Engineering, Translation, Social Welfare, English Language Instruction, Journalism, Research & Grant Writing
- CIEE - Virtual Global Internship, Spring Quarter, Summer Quarter, Fall Quarter, Winter Quarter
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Credits:
Varied, 9 credits!
Terms:
Summer or Fall
Duration:
8 -12 weeks
Tuition:
$1950 8wk - $2100 12wk
Locations:
Global placements
Placements in:
Various fields
- ISA - Virtual Australia Team Based Internship Placements, Summer Quarter
Credits:
0-9
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Duration:
Summer: 4-8 weeks
Tuition:
$1475 (4 weeks) / $1645 (8 weeks) + $300 for optional transcript
Locations in:
Australia
Placements in:
Marketing, Communications, Business, International Business, Finance, Software Engineering, Computer Science