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Semester Intern + Study Abroad
Unique Experiences
Plan PR campaigns, marketing strategies, and events
at a 360° fashion and lifestyle brand
Develop components for flight simulators
at a Prague-based aircraft engineering company
Structure activities for babies and toddlers
at an international preschool and nursery
Your Intern and Study Abroad Destination in Prague
Prague is the Czech Republic’s enchanting, cosmopolitan capital city, known for its vibrant nightlife, rich blend of Gothic and Baroque architecture, world-class museums and galleries, charming cafés and beer halls, unique shopping experiences, and beautiful parks and green spaces like Letná Park and Petrin Hill. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Prague is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Prague.
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Program Highlights
Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
Elective Courses: Choose from in-person courses at CIEE Prague or online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in Czech business culture through an internship and workshops that build practical skills, foster cultural competence, and expand your network.
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 Prague.
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Excursions & Activities
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Prague will open doors for you to explore the Czech Republic’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:
- Venture outside of Prague to towns like Kutná Hora and Český Krumlov, known for their well-preserved Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architecture set amidst stunning landscapes
- Build professional skills through workshops and site visits to local startups, accelerators, and art venues, learning about the interconnected world
- Join weekly CIEE events to bond with fellow students and locals – take a paddleboat ride on the Vltava, create Czech souvenirs, or cook traditional dishes for the ultimate cultural experience
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.
Program Blogs
Making the Most Out of Your Study Abroad Experience in Prague
By: Clara Turck Studying abroad in Prague has been an adventure filled with opportunities for learning, cultural exploration, and personal growth. With its stunning architecture, rich history, vibrant arts, and... keep reading
Find a place abroad that feels like home
By: Ava Scott When you are an eleven-hour plane ride away from home, you need to find a place abroad that feels like your home away from home. For me... keep reading
Losing my Passport Abroad in Budapest
By: Bridget Newman Have you ever made a mistake so big you feel like the world is ending and your life is over? I have! This was the feeling I... keep reading
Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Prague offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. All housing options are located in neighborhoods with convenient access to public transportation, shops, cafés, and eateries.
Standard Housing: Includes a double or triple accommodation in a dorm-style residence hall or a single or double room in a homestay, located within 40 minutes from Prague’s historic city center and CIEE Prague.
- Homestays: Live with a Czech family, with or without another CIEE student, and immerse yourself in the city’s culture. Single and double bedrooms available.
- 1Residence Halls: Live in a dormitory-like building with communal kitchens and other common spaces.
Select Housing: Includes a double bedroom in a shared apartment located within 40 minutes from Prague’s historic center and CIEE Prague. Each apartment has shared common spaces, including a kitchen and bathroom. Apartments may be in student residence buildings or in residential buildings shared with local inhabitants. Select housing requires an additional fee.
Select Plus Housing: Includes a single bedroom in an apartment or dorm-style residence hall located within 40 minutes from Prague’s historic city center and CIEE Prague. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee and has limited availability.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
- Homestays: Breakfast and dinner, on the family’s schedule, are included.
- Residence Halls and Apartments: Meals are not included.
Academics
CIEE Prague: Study in the Vyšehrad neighborhood of Prague, situated in a beautiful park-like setting only 15 minutes from the city's famous Old Town Square. CIEE Prague features 10 classrooms, a student lounge, a student life office, a library, a study space, a café, and an outdoor space.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with optional online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
Course Information
- Courses are listed below by block and track; course list subject to change. Courses are in English unless otherwise noted. “GI” denotes courses that are offered at multiple CIEE locations.
- Many CIEE courses are available in multiple CIEE locations. To help ensure you are able to enroll in the courses you need, some courses may be facilitated as a Hybrid course by an instructor from a location that is separate from your own. In a Hybrid course, you will learn either face-to-face or online, depending on your location. However, regardless of your location, you will apply what you learn from the instructor and course materials in your location. Hybrid courses can be identified in the course list as those whose course codes end in “CIEE” – open the syllabus to see the instruction location, if known.
Academic Projects
CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
CIEE and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the CIEE Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
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Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
Discover Internship Opportunities
We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with CIEE Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
Prague's work scene is focused on growing industries like information technology, shared services, and tourism. Internships are common in startups, small to medium-sized enterprises, and NGOs where interns engage in meaningful roles with substantial responsibility, fostering professional growth and innovation.
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Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.
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Business Management and Administration
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.
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Education and Training
Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around Jordan, Spain, and more.
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Information Technology
Explore diverse tech environments, cutting-edge innovation, and emerging technologies in South Korea, Spain, and more.
Browse Internship Opportunities
Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.
Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- Trailblazer Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
---|---|---|---|---|
Program Fall 2025 12 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $10,950 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.
Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
Educational Costs | $6,956 ** |
Housing | $3,500 *** |
Insurance | $194 |
Total Fees | $10,950 |
Optional Housing
CIEE accommodation options are detailed in the Housing section. Based on availability, Select or Select Plus Housing can be chosen during the application process for an additional fee. Housing is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis; however, other factors may also be considered.
Select Housing Fee | $600 |
Select Plus Housing Fee | $1,800 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Peter Mistrík
Program Coordinator
Peter is the Program Coordinator at CIEE Prague. He is responsible for the development and leadership of the part-time semester internship programs, full-time summer internship program, and a growing number...
Petra Key
Academic Director
Petra Key oversees the academic programs at CIEE Prague. Her responsibilities include managing the faculty and courses, collaborating with academic partner institutions, and ensuring high-quality academic instruction. She achieves this...
Michaela Neužilová
Senior Program Manager
Michaela has been with CIEE Prague since 2016. She oversees the Prague Program Management Team which provides a wide range of high-quality orientation and onsite support services for all program...
Get Started
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Utilize the Internship Search Tool
Search our catalog of internship opportunities to view the placements that align best with your academic and professional goals.
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Start a Program Application
You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!
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Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact CIEE
We're here to help! Email us if you have questions or need help applying to this program. Upon your acceptance, you'll speak with on-site CIEE staff about your internship goals. CIEE will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.