Global Career Center Internship
Locations: Boston, New York, Los Angeles, Berlin, Lisbon, Virtual (Worldwide)
Type of Internship: Industry
Paid or Unpaid: Both
Level: Undergraduate, Graduate, Recent Graduates
Faculties: All
Program Overview
The Global Career Center (GCC) partners with educational institutions around the world, host organizations from a wide range of industries, and learners of all ages to connect employability and education through collaborative program development, comprehensive services delivery, and curated experiential education.
- Virtual and In-person Internships that help students achieve personal and professional growth and competitive advantage in the global workforce
- Matching students to internship experiences offering rich opportunities for growth in a wide range of fields
- Placements are based on each student's aspirations, skills, program of study, and experience
- To see a listing of past internship roles click HERE.
GCC will help with:
- Conducting an initial interview with the student
- Resume review
- Contacting potential internship hosts/sourcing the placements
- Facilitating interviews
- Pre-departure preparation for the students (including general country advice and more specific things like differences in workplace etiquette and expectations
When Can I Go?
Terms Offered: Winter, Fall, Summer
Duration: 8 -16 weeks
Eligibility Requirements
See Eligibility.
Application Deadlines + Instructions
Deadlines: TBA
Typical application deadlines:
- Fall Semester: mid-May
- Winter Semester: early October
- Summer Semester: mid-February
Fees + Costs
Nomination fee: $250
Program fees: vary based on location
- GCC in-person internship fees include US visa processing fees and housing for the full duration of the placement.
Students are encouraged to apply for funding even if they do not have a confirmed internship to avoid missing important deadlines.
Program Information + Contact
For all questions, email goabroad@ualberta.ca or connect with the International Outbound Internships Coordinator through in-person or virtual advising.
Funding Opportunities
Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.
Over 80% of students who apply get funding.