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CIEE Summer Internship + Study in Florence, Italy (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
  • Locations: Florence, Italy
  • Program Terms: Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: CIEE 
  • Restrictions: UNT applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2026 01/15/2026 ** Rolling Admission 05/19/2026 06/28/2026

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete Pre-Departure / Post-Decision Phase materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Academic Level: Undergraduate Program Type: Affiliated
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement: 2.5 Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: Apartment
Click here for a definition of this term Classification: Undergraduates Sophomore and Above Click here for a definition of this term Fields of Study: International Business
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Program Contact in SAO: Mr. Dave Kilough (David.Kilough@unt.edu)
Program Description:

Summer Intern + Study

Florence, Italy

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Program Overview

Overview Your CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad program in Florence 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 online through CIEE’s 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 Florence!

Unique Experiences

Plant, harvest, and maintain crops

at a sustainable farm

Manage social media, coordinate photoshoots, and promote the brand

for a boutique southern Italian fashion shop

Prepare graphics and set up photographic content

for a dynamic creative hub and design studio

Read more about Florence

Program Highlights

  • Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
  • Academic Courses: Choose from online courses delivered by CIEE’s 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 Florence.

Excursions & Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Florence will open doors for you to explore Italy’s 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:

  • Enjoy an Arno River rafting trip for a truly unique perspective of the city
  • Visit entirely sustainable and profitable fashion houses
  • Participate in a day trip to a wine and olive oil estate and learn how Italians create their signature wine and olive oil products

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.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to your new culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel protection included

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