| Term | Year | App Deadline | Decision Date | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | 2027 | 02/15/2027 | 02/15/2027 | 06/29/2027 | 08/08/2027 |
| Language of Instruction: | English | Minimum GPA: | 2.5 |
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Your CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad program in Gaborone lasts 6 weeks and features three key components: A part-time internship with an international organization (15-20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and a 3-credit academic course taught online course 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 Botswana's culture. Live, learn, and work in Gaborone!
helping to restore habitats, protect local wildlife, and contribute to sustainable environmental management
by conducting research, creating content, and managing web and social media platforms to raise awareness about community initiatives
by mentoring and tutoring young people, providing guidance, academic support, and leadership development opportunities
Gaborone is Botswana's vibrant capital, known for its welcoming atmosphere, cultural diversity, and growing economy. The city offers a unique opportunity to explore southern African culture, history, and politics while engaging with local communities and institutions. Whether you are majoring in business, science, public health, environmental studies, communications, liberal arts, or African studies, Gaborone is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
CIEE Gaborone offers diverse housing options to ensure you're comfortable in your home away from home. From homestays to single accommodation in an apartment style housing off campus, your?accommodation preferences will be met.
View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.
CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Gaborone will open doors for you to explore Botswana’s rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
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.
CIEE Gaborone: Study on the campus of the University of Botswana, the first higher education institution established in the country. The campus is conveniently located within walking distance of Riverwalk Mall – one of the oldest shopping centers in Botswana – where you will find a movie theatre, plenty of restaurants, and shops. CIEE Gaborone is situated on-campus where you will have access to a gym and computer labs.
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 6-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.
View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.
Students interning in Barcelona are placed with innovative startups and global organizations across various sectors. The most sought-after profiles are those with interests in business, engineering, marketing, and communication, reflecting the city's vibrant work scene that thrives on creativity and collaboration.
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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