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Locations: Melbourne, Australia
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	10/01/2026	10/01/2026	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.

Fact Sheet:

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

Program Description:

Semester Intern + Study Abroad

Melbourne, Australia

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad program in Melbourne lasts 12 weeks and features three key components: A part-time internship with an international organization (approximately 20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and two elective courses 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 Australian culture. Live, learn, and work in Melbourne!

Unique Experiences

Prepare reports, presentations, and business proposals

for clients and executives

Support the development of national policy and advocacy

with dynamic organizations working in youth affairs, renewable energy or the finance sector

Provide support for content creation

including marketing and social media for a leading international not for profit organization

Learn More About Melbourne

Your Destination

Melbourne is Australia’s vibrant, cosmopolitan city, known for its lively arts scene and diverse cultural influences. It boasts iconic laneways and street art, world-class museums and galleries, trendy cafés and restaurants, stylish shopping districts, and beautiful parks and waterfronts. Whether you're majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Melbourne is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.

Housing

Our housing ensures students are always well-connected to the best of the city. Set in vibrant neighborhoods, students will experience a comfortable lifestyle in a cosmopolitan environment. Everything you need is within walking distance from home, including various restaurants, supermarkets, pharmacies, and easily accessible public transport.

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 Australian 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 Melbourne.

Activities

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

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Enjoy a game of Aussie Rules football or cricket at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, the largest sports and music stadium in the southern hemisphere
Meet Australia’s unique wildlife up close at Healesville Sanctuary and learn about conservation efforts, watch captivating animal feedings, and connect with the natural world in the heart of the Yarra Valley
Get a bird's-eye view of Melbourne, including the city, beaches, gardens, and the distant Mount Dandenong from the 88th floor of the Melbourne Skydeck

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 Melbourne: Located in the heart of the city, the CIEE Center has easy access to all this great city has to offer. As part of a co-working enterprise, CIEE Melbourne shares space with dynamic small businesses and startups with full access to modern and welcoming classrooms and meeting rooms, breakout areas, quiet rooms, Wi-Fi, study booths, printers, and more.

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

Melbourne's work scene is diverse and dynamic, offering mentorship, networking, and flexible work arrangements across various industries. Companies foster inclusive, multicultural teams, creating a rich learning environment that supports professional growth and innovation.

Industry options include:

Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Business Management and Administration
Consumer Goods and Retail

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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