FULLY FUNDED SUMMER INTERNSHIP IN IRELAND! Douglass-O'Connell Global Internship

Announced on: Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024

Apply for the 2024 Douglass-O'Connell Global Internship opportunity for a transformative summer internship experience in Dublin, Ireland. Through this internship program, 10 selected students will have the opportunity to draw inspiration from the legacies of two remarkable social justice leaders: Frederick Douglass and Daniel O'Connell.

During this unique eight-week program, Douglass-O'Connell Global Interns will spend June 14 to August 10, 2024 participating in a work placement in an Irish organization and receiving academic credit in Irish history and culture with a special exploration of the influence Daniel O'Connell had on Frederick Douglass and their lifetime legacies as successful businessmen and leaders of social change.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Be a current undergraduate freshman, sophomore, or junior from an accredited institution
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
• Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident
• Be Pell-eligible
• Submit a complete application no later than February 1, 2024

Students seeking a rich international experience that combines real-world work experience in Ireland with an exciting overview of Irish history and culture are encouraged to apply. Join us in Dublin for a summer of growth, learning, and the pursuit of a better, more inclusive world.

Co-sponsored by CIEE, the Government of Ireland, and the African American Irish Diaspora Network, the program award covers the full program cost, airfare, housing, field trips, and an academic course taught by CIEE. Meals and recreational activities are not covered.

Applications open November 1, 2023 and are due by February 1, 2024.We suggest that you request your letter of recommendation well in advance of the deadline. You must secure this recommendation from a college/university president, faculty member, or administrator who is familiar with you and your leadership skills. Additionally, we suggest you complete your video submission early, as it is a critical component of the selection process.

For more information, reach out directly to CIEE or contact the Study Abroad & Exchange Team.

• CIEE: visit CIEE's website, follow @ciee_fddo on Instagram, or email fddo@ciee.org.

• Study Abroad & Exchange: email studyabroad@csuchico.edu or call 530-898-5415.

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