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Locations: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	09/15/2026	09/15/2026	01/12/2027	04/04/2027
Spring	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	05/01/2027	05/01/2027	09/29/2027	12/20/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:

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Language of Instruction:	English	Minimum GPA:	2.5

Program Description:

Semester Global Internship

Edinburgh, Scotland

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Semester Global Internship program in Edinburgh 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 Scottish culture. Live, learn, and work in Edinburgh!

Unique Experiences

Conduct interviews and write stories

for a company's blog, social media, and funding bids

Learn how to preserve rare books

at one of the world's top botanical gardens

Engage with clients and profile companies

at a Scottish co-working space

Learn More About Edinburgh

Your Destination

Edinburgh is Scotland’s vibrant, cosmopolitan capital, celebrated for its dynamic festivals, rich blend of historic and contemporary cultures, iconic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and Arthur’s Seat, world-class art museums and galleries, charming cafés and pubs, eclectic shopping streets, beautiful green spaces and coastal views. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Edinburgh is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.

Housing

CIEE Edinburgh offers comfortable housing in single rooms in central Edinburgh. Edinburgh has a robust public transport network – including trains, buses, and bike paths – and a welcoming community.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
Elective Course: Choose from 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 Scottish 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 Scotland.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Edinburgh will open doors for you to explore Scotland's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Tour the city, including popular attractions like Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Princes Street Gardens, and Calton Hill
Hike up Arthur’s Seat, an ancient volcano and tallest hill located in Holyrood Park, which offers superb walks and stunning views of the city
Explore the professional working world in Scotland through organizational site visits and industry networking events

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.

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Academics

CIEE Edinburgh: Study within the Eric Liddell Community Centre, a beautifully converted church, located near coffee shops, restaurants, gift shops, and vintage stores. Situated 25 minutes from the city center, CIEE Edinburgh features classroom space, meeting rooms, a café, and a second-hand bookstore.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with 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.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

Edinburgh boasts a lively business sector, education and tourism center, and key financial and tech firms. As the seat of the Scottish Parliament, it offers numerous public sector opportunities and a thriving social enterprise landscape. Festivals and a creative community support Edinburgh's arts and culture scene.

Industry options include:

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Business Management and Administration

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

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.

Learn More About Scholarships

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

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