Summer Global Internship
Unique Experiences
Take an interviewing skills webinar
based on local business culture to prepare for interviews with potential internship supervisors.
Be humbled and inspired
by the spectacle of a 14th-century stone bridge, a hilltop castle and a lovely, lazy river – the Vltava.
Visit the National Gallery
in Prague with large collections of Czech and international paintings and works by Picasso, Monet and Van Gogh.
7 M
international visitors annually
880
the year Prague Castle was founded
3500+
bars and restaurants
Your Destination
The Czech Republic is a modern-day success story, having established itself as the most politically stable and economically prosperous of the post-Communist countries of Europe. CIEE Prague, located in the historic Vyšehrad neighborhood of Prague, is housed in a former seat of the Catholic Church’s provost and is close to many of the city’s historical sites and cultural activities.
CIEE Prague is located in a beautiful park-like setting atop one of Prague’s highest hills about 15 minutes from the Old Town area.
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.
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
- Take excursions to see sites of historical and cultural importance, like Prague Castle or Old Town Square.
- Take a trip outside of Prague and discover the gems of the Czech countryside. The town of Kutná Hora boasts a 14th century Gothic cathedral, medieval silver mines, narrowed cobbled streets, and a rather spooky church adorned with bones. You don’t want to miss it!
- Build transferable skills through a series of workshops and learn about the interconnected world during site visits to local startups, accelerators, and art venues.
- Make your summer internship truly geared to your interests and skills through individual pre-placement meetings, a personalized matching process, and coaching for each student.
- Participate in weekly CIEE-facilitated activities. Get to know other US college students and interact with the local community while taking paddle boats on the Vltava River, creating your own souvenir, or cooking Czech meals.
Professional Development
- Explore the professional working world of Prague through organizational site visits, industry networking events, and guest lectures.
- Participate in workshops that will help you make the most of your internship.
- Take advantage of one-on-one sessions aimed at helping you update your resume and improve your interview skills based on the local business culture.
Program Blogs
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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 bedroom in an apartment located within a 30-minute commute from Prague’s historic city center and CIEE Prague.
- Apartments: Live in an apartment shared with other CIEE students. Apartments boast shared common spaces, including a kitchen and bathroom.
Select Plus Housing: Includes a single in an apartment or residence hall located within a 30 minute commute to Prague’s historic city center and CIEE Prague. Select Plus housing requires an additional fee.
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.
Meals
Residence Halls and Apartments: Meals are not included; kitchens are available on-site.
Transportation
Commute time from housing location to internship will vary depending on the location of the internship provider.
Academics
As a global intern in Prague, you’ll work in a non-paying position in one of a diverse set of innovative industries. Possibilities include working in the field of sales and business development, content creation, software development, media, international relations, etc. Organizations include start-ups, medium-sized companies, non-profit organizations, and think-tanks. Extra-curricular cultural activities in and around Prague complement your coursework and immerse you in the history and culture of the city.
This eight-week program includes a full-time internship and an integrated academic course.
Internship Opportunities
Gain real-world work experience, grow your professional network, and bolster your resume while interning at innovative startups, global organizations, multinationals, NGOs, and more in Prague. Search for a more detailed list of internship opportunities.
Technology
Software systems, IT, hardware, and AI.
Marketing, Communications, and Advertising
Social media, events, advertising, journalism, public relations, and video production.
Arts, Theater, and Production
Artistic event production, art design, and video production.
Entrepreneurship
Accelerators and tech startups, research, business development, and community management.
Business
Financial services, operations, accounting, sales, and general business.
NGOs
Environmental advocacy, human rights promotion, and more.
Note: Please keep in mind that securing a spot in any of these opportunities is not automatically guaranteed and depends on availability and the internship host organization's decision. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The internships, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development.
Course Information
Summer Session II 2024
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.
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
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- CIEE Stem Scholarship
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 Summer 2025 8 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | ||
Program Summer 2024 8 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $7,450 |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
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.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
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.
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 = $4,453
Housing = $2,500
Insurance = $197
Total Fees = $7,450Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
Meals not included in program fee = $238†
International Airfare = $1,000
Local Transportation = $45††
Personal expenses = $175
Total Costs = $1,458Optional 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 = $400^
Select Plus Housing Fee = $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.
†For students in homestays, families provide 2 meals a day. For students in residence halls/apartments, you should budget approx. $307 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.
††cost of taxi to airport on departure; local transportation pass included in program.
^first-come, first serve, based on availability
^^first-come, first serve, based on availability
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...
Will Barnard
DIRECTOR
Will Barnard heads CIEE Prague. Originally from the U.S., Will has lived and worked in the Czech Republic for over twenty years. He has a Bachelor’s degree from Princeton University...
Petra Key
ACADEMIC DIRECTOR
Petra Key is in charge of CIEE Prague course portfolio. She manages the CIEE Prague faculty and courses, and is responsible for the cooperation with academic partner institutions. Petra Key...