Australian Education Office Guide to Australian Short Courses
CIC Internship
Focus:
Work / educational experience
Location:
Sydney and Canberra
Duration:
8 to 12 weeks begining either mid-May, late July, or late February
Credit:
Available
Cost:
$2,800 - $3,400 for 8 week program. Costs higher for longer internships. Does not cover round trip airfare, transportation within Australia or meals.
Contact:
CIC Australian Internship Program
Michigan State University Overseas Study
109 International Center
East Lansing, MI 48824 - 1035
Phone: (517) 353-8920
email: [email protected]
Description:
This program offers qualified students the opportunity to blend work experience with specific learning objectives and structured reflection. Students who enroll in the late February internship are also eligible to enroll in a five-week program offered by Michigan State University and is worth additional credit points. Most placement options are in Australian national and state parliments, government agencies; and in print and electronic mass media and public relations agencies. Placements in the private sector and non-profit agencies are possible. Students will participate in an orientation session, complete internship duties, attend occasional workshops, and complete writen projects such as a journal, exit report and research papers.