| Term | Year | App Deadline | Decision Date | Start Date | End Date |
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| Fall | 2027 | 05/01/2027 | 05/01/2027 | 09/28/2027 | 12/19/2027 |
| Spring | 2028 | 10/01/2027 | 10/01/2027 | 01/04/2028 | 03/27/2028 |
| Language of Instruction: | English | Minimum GPA: | 2.5 |
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Your CIEE Semester Global Internship program in Athens lasts 12 weeks and features three key components: A full-time internship with an?international organization (approximately 30 hours per week), an internship seminar, and the option to take a course taught?online through CIEE’s global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in Greek culture. Live, learn, and work in Athens!
for a social media advertising agency
for a dynamic startup in Greece
in Athens' bustling port to study global trade logistics
Athens is Greece’s historic capital, renowned for its ancient ruins, including the Acropolis and Parthenon, rich cultural heritage, and lively street cafés. With a unique blend of classical history and modern Mediterranean flair, the city offers world-class museums, bustling markets, and energetic neighborhoods. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Athens is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
CIEE Athens offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. From single accommodation in shared apartments to studio apartments, we will strive for your accommodation preferences to be met. All housing has convenient access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.
View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Athens will open doors for you to explore Greece’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of excursions and activities:
View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.
Athens' vibrant work scene offers numerous internship opportunities, especially in sectors like tourism, archaeology, history, education, and the arts. With a mix of established companies and innovative startups, it provides valuable hands-on experience in dynamic, culturally rich environments.
Industry options include:
GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!
Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.
Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.
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