Engineering & Innovation
Why Choose This Program?
Explore
Have fun discovering Berlin's diverse neighborhoods and clever engineering solutions.
Network
Meet new friends and engineers. Build your own community.
Get Inspired
Investigate how engineers design solutions for major global problems. Collaborate to propose an engineering solution to a contemporary challenge.
The Destination
Welcome to Berlin, one of Europe’s most vibrant capitals and a powerhouse in engineering and innovation.
Berlin—with its urban grit, historic landmarks, and progressive mindset—lies between the Spree and Havel rivers in northeastern Germany. The city is adorned with modern buildings, lush parks, and incredible street art among famous sites like the Brandenburg Gate, the Holocaust Memorial, the Berlin Wall Memorial, which once marked the division of the city into East and West. Over the past three decades, Berlin has witnessed numerous innovations addressing the challenges of the past, present, and future—spanning improvements to electricity lines, roads, bridges, transportation, defense, airspace, aeronautics, and more. Renowned for its high-quality products and engineering prowess, Germany boasts a rich tradition of investing in science, technology, and engineering. There's a reason why the "Made in Germany" label is celebrated worldwide.
This tolerant and multicultural metropolis attracts people from all across the globe, with over 20% of its population hailing from non-German backgrounds. Its resulted in a unique mix of cultures coexisting all in one place. Get ready to taste various international flavors alongside traditional German cuisine!
Cultural Awareness
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 Berlin.
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Sample Itinerary
Sample Activities
Sound Engineering Workshop at Trixx Studio in Berlin
At Trixx Studio, the art and science of sound engineering come to life in a hands-on workshop. Stepping into the studio, you're immersed in a setting of innovation. Walls are lined with high-tech equipment, and you feel the anticipation of crafting the perfect sound. You and your fellow Global Navigators explore the intricate and technical world of audio engineering, from instrument playing to microphone placement.
As the session unfolds, everyone collaborates to capture the perfect sound. The challenge peaks as your group selects the best recording, a moment of both teamwork and creativity. Beyond the music, this experience not only introduces you to a different facet of engineering, but it also equips you with valuable skills that will enhance your future career in engineering and beyond.
3D Printing Workshop at MotionLab
3D printing is revolutionizing engineering, making it possible to transform ideas into tangible prototypes with remarkable speed and precision. At MotionLab, Berlin’s premier innovation hub for hardware startups, you’ll dive into this cutting-edge technology firsthand. While you won’t design or print your own creation, you’ll be shown through the state-of-the-art facilities and meet engineers who use 3D printing in their work to create innovative products.
As you tour MotionLab’s CNC lab, metal lab, electronics lab, and more, you’ll gain insights into how 3D printing, along with other technologies like laser cutting, is shaping industries and pushing the boundaries of sustainable engineering. You’ll also learn how the community at MotionLab is driving its mission for a climate-neutral future.
This immersive experience bridges the gap between theory and practice, inspiring you with new ideas and perspectives on how technologies like 3D printing are transforming engineering and innovation.
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Eligibility
- Participants must be 14 years old and above.
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- For scholarship eligibility requirements, please check our scholarship page.
For more information, refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria.
Dates & Fees
Application Fee
$25
Program scholarships and tuition include iNext Travel Insurance, but do not cover the cost of flights. Find additional details about what’s included with your tuition.
More questions? Find answers, get application support, sign up for virtual presentations, or contact us!
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Costs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I 2025 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Costs $6,450 | |
| Program Summer Session II 2025 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Costs $6,450 |
Ready to change your life?
What's Included
Interactive Classes
Housing
3 Meals/Day
(Dietary Needs Accommodated)
All Ground Transportation
(Once In-country)
Optional Flight Chaperone
(Flight Cost Not Included)
Pre-departure Advice and Orientation
Access to WIFI
(No international data plan or SIM card included)
All Cultural Activities and Excursions
Comprehensive Medical and Travel Protection
24/7 Emergency On-site Support
Our Staff
Andrea Adam Moore
Regional Director of Operations for Europe
Andrea holds a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin.
Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.
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