Internships

The Overseas Programs and Partnerships office now offers for-credit internship possibilities around the world as a component of study abroad or exchange programs. UWM advocates experiential learning opportunities such as internships abroad and considers them to be viable way to earn academic credit. Students must follow the UWM Standards for International Internships.

Internship Programs as a Component of Exchange Programs
Available to UWM Students only
Strong cooperation is necessary between UWM and partner institutions overseas, and between UWM and the business community to facilitate the internship experience. Inter-institutional partnership agreements, such as the 62 active agreements UWM holds, function on the principle of reciprocity. Partner schools find internship placements and provide on-going support for student interns from Milwaukee.

Internship Programs as a Component of Study Abroad Programs Available to any US Student
UWM study abroad programs that offer internship courses include:
United Kingdom: London Spring Semester - Program Overview
Chile: Pontificia Universidad Católica - Program Overview
Ireland: Colmcille Semester - Program Overview

In addition to these programs, the Overseas Programs & Partnerships Office works with independent study abroad organizations such as Australearn and CIEE that provide internship courses and placements as part of their study abroad programs.

Information for Global Studies Students
Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts Degree are required to spend a semester studying abroad, and complete an international internship for academic credit.

Internship Guidelines
Internships for academic credit must fulfill the minimum requirements according to the internship guidelines for the Global Studies degree. All internships must be arranged through the proper channels with the approval of the concerned parties and in compliance with the UW-System Health and Safety Guidelines

For advice and the most current internship guidelines, please contact:

Tracy Buss, Center for International Education, tbuss@uwm.edu

Scholarships and Financial Aid
This link provides a list of study abroad and exchange scholarships and grants that can help you fund your study abroad experience. These scholarships apply to internship courses that are offered through our exchange partners. To apply for financial aid, please contact the UWM Financial Aid Office.

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