Global Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Europe
Why Choose This Program?
Explore
Have fun discovering three historic cities and startup cultures in just three weeks!
Network
Meet new friends and business entrepreneurs. Build your own community.
Get Inspired
Develop practical business skills and collaborate on a concept for a new business.
The Destination
Welcome to Dublin, Copenhagen, and Berlin, three of the best cities in Europe for entrepreneurs!
The capital cities of Ireland, Denmark, and Germany are all known for being at the forefront of startup scenes. Representing northern and western Europe, they are home to thriving businesses that attract young people and top talent each year. The European headquarters of the world’s tech giants are in Dublin, Copenhagen leads in green technology, and Berlin is renowned for providing many resources for startups.
Beyond creating the right conditions for businesses to succeed, all three cities have a strong focus on sustainability and maintaining a high standard of living for its residents. You’ll find large, clean open-air spaces all around. Spend your afternoons strolling Dublin’s huge green spaces like Phoenix Park, roaming past the brightly-colored houses along the Copenhagen canal, and visiting Berlin’s historical landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate. Revel in lively street life and delicious food markets where you can find dishes you can’t leave without trying, like Irish colcannon (mashed potatoes), Danish smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches), and German bouletten (meat balls).
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 Copenhagen, Dublin and Berlin.
Sample Itinerary
Top Rated Activities
Berlin Wall Memorial and Mount Mitte
The Berlin Wall Memorial stretches before you, its preserved sections standing as a stark reminder of a city once divided by a barrier that shaped history. Just across the street, the ropes course at Mount Mitte hums with playful energy—a vibrant symbol of Berlin’s united and thriving present. Today, you’ll experience both—reflecting on the weight of the past and embracing the dynamic spirit of the present to see how transformation shapes a city and its people.
At the Berlin Wall Memorial, you walk alongside fragments of the wall and immerse yourself in stories of resilience and hope. Photos and artifacts bring the Cold War era to life, showing how people persevered under extraordinary challenges. Later, the ropes course at Mount Mitte shifts the focus to collaboration and problem-solving. You and your friends work as a team, pushing through obstacles and cheering each other on, much like entrepreneurs turning ideas into reality.
This experience blends history, teamwork, and creativity, offering lessons that go beyond the past. By understanding Berlin’s journey of transformation, you’ll gain insight into how communities innovate and rebuild—and how you can apply these lessons to your own path as a global entrepreneur.
Station Site Visit in Copenhagen
You step into Station, a massive 3700-square-meter building that hums with energy and creativity. Once a major Copenhagen police station, it’s now the world’s first student-driven hub for big ideas and collaboration. This isn’t just another startup incubator—it’s a youth innovation powerhouse, and today, you’re a part of it. Inside, you see students from different universities brainstorming in colorful workspaces, their projects buzzing with excitement and purpose.
Your visit begins with a tour, where you explore vibrant spaces designed to spark teamwork and hear stories of how collaboration drives groundbreaking ideas. At Station, you see the theories from your classroom come alive—students combining their unique perspectives and skills to solve real-world problems. In the ideation workshop, you and your peers work as a team to develop creative solutions, realizing that innovation is never a solo journey but one built on shared ideas and diverse strengths.
By the end of the day, you understand that you don’t have to wait to start making a difference. Whether in high school, university, or beyond, the time to create impact is now.
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Eligibility
- Participants must be 15 years old and above.
- Program open to all current high school students: Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.
- Only the Global Navigator Academic Merit Only scholarship is available for this program. The Academic Merit + Need scholarship is NOT available. 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.
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Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Costs |
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Program Summer Blocks IV, V, VI 2025 3 weeks | Start Date | End Date | Costs $8,950 |
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
Enda O’Connell
Center Director
Enda is responsible for overall management of CIEE Dublin. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Primary Education Teaching from Dublin City University and the equivalent of a Master’s degree in...
Robert Cassidy
Center Director
Robert Cassidy brings a background in neuroscience and extensive leadership experience in higher education. Originally from New Orleans, Rob studied biology and neuroscience in Washington, D.C., before conducting research in...
Andrea Adam Moore
Center Director
Andrea Adam Moore holds a Master in Business Administration. Andrea was previously the Director of the Indiana University Europe Gateway in Berlin.
Program Leaders guide and support our High School Summer Abroad participants through every step of their program.