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Milan, Italy

Summer Intern + Study Abroad

Study Program Part-Time Internship

Tentative Dates

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6 weeks

Credit

6-7 semester hours

9-10.5 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Overview

Your 黑料网911Summer Intern and Study Abroad program in Milan lasts 6 weeks and features three key components: A part-time internship with an international organization (15-20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and a 3-credit academic course taught by 黑料网911faculty or online through CIEE鈥檚 global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with cultural and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in Italian culture. Live, learn, and work in Milan!

Unique Experiences

Create engaging content to promote the brand

of an innovative fashion agency

Welcome guests, manage reservations, and serve the kitchen

of a temporary lodge for travelers and tourists

Proof articles and manage social media posts

for an Italian lifestyle brand

Experience
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Your Intern and Study Abroad Destination in Milan

Milan is Italy鈥檚 sophisticated, cosmopolitan city, renowned for its vibrant nightlife, rich blend of history and modern Italian culture, world-class museums like the Pinacoteca di Brera, elegant caf茅s and trattorias, high-fashion shopping in the Quadrilatero della Moda, and beautiful parks and green spaces like Sempione Park. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Milan is the perfect place to study or intern abroad. 

黑料网911wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local 黑料网911staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Milan.   

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Program Highlights

  • Internship Placements: 黑料网911offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations. 
  • Academic Courses: Choose from in-person courses at 黑料网911Milan or online courses delivered by CIEE鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major. 
  • Workshops: Participate in workshops to enhance your resume, develop your interview skills, gain cultural competence, and network in Italian business culture. 
  • Company Visits: Visit a digitally native company, a consulting firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in Milan. 
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in Milan will open doors for you to explore Italy鈥檚 rich diversity, language, culture, history, contemporary trends, vibrant art, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.     

Samples of past excursions and activities: 

  • Take a day trip to Lake Como or to an iconic Italian town like Geneva to see some of Italy鈥檚 most beautiful natural landscapes 
  • Participate in a pasta making and/or wine-tasting session to complement gastronomy-based courses    
  • Go to Milan鈥檚 famous San Siro Stadium to cheer on a professional soccer match 

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.鈥

Program Blogs

From CIEE

Top 5 Italian Holidays and Traditions

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

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Top 10 Italian Slang Words & Phrases You Must Know

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

Planning to study abroad in Italy? Beyond the iconic landmarks, endless pasta, and rich espresso, there's something essential that will help you truly blend in with the locals: Italian slang... keep reading

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Should I Study Abroad in Spain or Italy?

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

When weighing your study abroad options, it鈥檚 easy to get stuck on a few favorite destinations. We get it! After all, we offer a ton of different study abroad programs... keep reading

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Academics

Academics

黑料网911Milan: Study in the heart of Milan in the historic Sant鈥橝mbrogio district at Universit脿 Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, CIEE鈥檚 partner institution, located near iconic landmarks, charming caf茅s, and vibrant cultural attractions. 黑料网911Milan features modern classrooms, welcoming lounge areas, and a serene atmosphere.  

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by 黑料网911in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with optional online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 6-week sessions that fit within the 黑料网911academic calendar. 

GPA

2.5

Language Requirements

There are no specific language requirements for this program.

Additional Requirements

Please refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.   

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 黑料网911courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 黑料网911staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Requirements

All Intern + Study Abroad in Milan students take the required 3-credit part-time Internship with the embedded internship seminar plus one ASU online course for a total of 6-7 semester credits. 

Program Credit

Total credit: 6 - 7 U.S. semester/9-10.5 quarter credits 

Course Credit

  • 黑料网911Internship: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 hours of in-person and asynchronous online learning activities and 100-120 hours at the internship placement 
  • ASU Online Courses: 3-4 U.S. semester/4.5-6 quarter credits; 45-60 contact hours 

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 黑料网911courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 黑料网911staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Academic Culture

黑料网911offers a focused and immersive experience for students, blending rigorous coursework with hands-on learning opportunities to deepen understanding of both academic subjects and the local culture. 

黑料网911courses typically run from Monday through Thursday, providing students with a concentrated schedule that allows for intensive study and exploration. This condensed format encourages students to fully engage with the material and make the most of their time. 

In addition to lectures, 黑料网911courses often incorporate local co-curricular activities, providing students with firsthand exposure to the rich cultural heritage and diverse landscapes. These experiences not only enhance academic learning but also foster a deeper appreciation and understanding of the local context. 

Attendance is considered mandatory in 黑料网911courses. This emphasizes the importance of active participation and engagement in the learning process, encouraging students to fully commit to their academic pursuits. 

Students are expected to dress and behave professionally throughout their internship project and are subject to the agreed-upon internship protocols arranged by 黑料网911and the host organizations. The academic course is designed to prepare students for leadership in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse workforce.   

ASU courses:: Most ASU online courses are asynchronous. You may find yourself in classes with students from ASU, other American universities, and students from around the world. You鈥檒l receive direct and individualized support from faculty, 100% online.
 

Class Format

Students participate in a six-week 黑料网911part-time in-person internship and academic course featuring both in-person class sessions and online asynchronous work. Class and/or work hours may be scheduled Monday-Friday, and attendance is strictly enforced for all. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel away from the city when classes are in session.   

ASU online courses meet in 鈥渟essions鈥 that are 6-weeks long in the semester, and all work must be completed within the session dates regardless of when your other 黑料网911courses begin or end.

Grading

黑料网911reports all final course grades to students鈥 home institutions using a U.S. letter grade equivalent scale of A-F. For CIEE-administered courses, students鈥 grades are based on attendance, class engagement, homework, project work, presentations, and midterm and final examinations. Learning outcomes assessment is continuous through personal reflections, evaluation feedback, self-assessment, and requirements as set out in course syllabi. The embedded internship course will be assessed in assignments and activities, completion of 100-120 internship hours, and feedback from the internship supervisor. 

ASU grading follows the same format and standards as ASU courses taught in-person.

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 黑料网911courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 黑料网911staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Language of Instruction

English

Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for 黑料网911courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors. Your study abroad advisor and 黑料网911staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Courses

Course Information

黑料网911proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.

黑料网911and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.

Check the 黑料网911Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program! 

Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO

 

ASU

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 黑料网911and 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 黑料网911sites.

Internships

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 黑料网911Study Abroad.

Explore Industry Options

Milan boasts a work scene centered around fashion, design, finance, and technology. Internships for students abound, particularly in renowned fashion houses, innovative design firms, and leading financial institutions. A thriving startup ecosystem further cements Milan's reputation as a hub for creativity and innovation. 

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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 Internships

Business Management and Administration

Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.

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Consumer Goods and Retail

Explore consumer behaviors, business strategies, international retail trends, and more in the global commerce marketplace.

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Information Technology

Explore diverse tech environments, cutting-edge innovation, and emerging technologies in South Korea, Spain, and more.

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Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security

Experience international legal systems, global justice issues, and law enforcement challenges in courts, firms, and agencies.

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Marketing, Sales and Service

Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.

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 黑料网911fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 黑料网911and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.

Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

黑料网911offers 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
  • 黑料网911Gilman Go Global Grant
  • MSI Grant
  • 黑料网911STEM Scholarship
  • Trailblazer Grant

To be considered, submit the 黑料网911Scholarships & Grants application within your 黑料网911program application.

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Dates & Fees

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.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing

Program Summer 2026 6 weeks Start Date * End Date *

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

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

黑料网911offers 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 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

黑料网911offers 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.

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Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

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

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

黑料网911iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Stephen Marth

Center Director

Stephen joins 黑料网911with over a decade of experience in the study abroad field in Italy. He has lived and worked in Bologna and Rome, where he served first as...

Angela Lavecchia

Academic Director

Angela holds a BA in Foreign Languages and a MA in Comparative Literature from Universit脿 degli Studi di Napoli 鈥淟鈥橭rientale鈥. She has completed a Master鈥檚 Degree in Teaching and Promotion...

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Get Started

Here鈥檚 what you need to do to take the next steps:

1

Utilize the Internship Search Tool

Search our catalog of internship opportunities to view the placements that align best with your academic and professional goals.

2

Start a Program Application

You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!

3

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad. 

4

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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 黑料网911staff about your internship goals. 黑料网911will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.

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