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Locations: Taipei, Taiwan
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	2028	02/15/2027 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	02/15/2027	02/16/2027	TBA	TBA
** 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.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English	Minimum GPA:	2.5

Program Description:

Semester Global Internship

Taipei, Taiwan

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Semester Global Internship program in Taipei 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 Taiwanese culture. Live, learn, and work in Taipei!

Unique Experiences

Learn the fundamentals of feature writing

including pitching story ideas, gathering news, and editing

Conduct interviews with European representatives in Taiwan

at the largest university-level consortium in Taiwan on EU studies

Support newsletter research and boost social media presence

for an association that champions participatory and digital diplomacy

Learn More About Taipei

Your Destination

Taipei is Taiwan's vibrant, cosmopolitan capital, celebrated for its lively night markets, unique blend of traditional Chinese and modern influences, iconic landmarks like Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, world-class museums, bustling tea houses, trendy shopping districts, and lush mountain and river landscapes. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Taipei is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.

Housing

CIEE Taipei provides a variety of accommodation choices to make sure you feel at home while abroad. All accommodation options are situated in neighborhoods with easy access to public transportation, shopping areas, cafés, and food establishments.

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 Courses: 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 Taiwanese business 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 Taipei.

Activities

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

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Discover Jiufen, a charming village with winding alleys, traditional tea houses, and delicious street food
Be whisked away on a captivating journey to the National Palace Museum, which houses the largest collection of Chinese art
Immerse yourself in Tainan, Taiwan's first and oldest city and an ideal place to explore Taiwanese culture, tradition, and language

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.??

Academics

CIEE Taipei: Located in the modern SkyCo Nanjing Fuxing Coworking Space, CIEE Taipei is just a two-minute walk from Nanjing Fuxing metro station. On-site, discover comfortable study spaces, complimentary Wi-Fi, and free Americano coffee. CIEE Taipei staff members are fluent in both English and Mandarin and are available by appointment to assist with any academic support needs.

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

Taipei's work scene boasts a dynamic blend of tech innovation and cultural richness. A key link in the global technology supply chain, the city is home to companies like Apple Inc., Nvidia, and emerging AI industries. Workers enjoy sleek offices, a thriving tech hub, and a strong work-life balance in this urban city.

Industry options include:

Architecture and Construction
Consumer Goods and Retail
Finance
Health Science
Law, Public Safety, Corrections and Security
Transportation, Distribution and Logistics

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

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

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

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.