Fellowship Program Intern

About the role

CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad and intercultural exchange organization that transforms lives and builds bridges between individuals and nations through study abroad and international exchange experiences that help people develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and multi-cultural world.

You will change the world. CIEE builds bridges between people, countries, and cultures. We help young people participate in high-quality international exchange and study abroad programs that bring the world together. We change lives; our alumni change the world. Be part of the change! You will be part of a fast-paced, international, and collaborative team of professionals. CIEE operates the largest nonprofit network of study abroad locations, with facilities and staff in 30 countries. Additionally, we help international participants from over 140 countries come to the USA each year. Committed to excellence and solving whatever problem the world throws at them, CIEE professionals work on international teams, and are dedicated to advancing our 80-year-old mission to make the world a more peaceful place.

Responsibilities

Support CIEE staff in recruitment efforts for Fellowship programs, which can include, but are not limited to:

• Support call campaign to applicants.
• Create content for social media.
• Manage fellowship email accounts.
• Outreach to student fraternities & sororities.
• Assist Fellowships team in application review.
• Outreach to Scholars Grant recipients.
• Support Pre-Departure Advising to Fellows and Scholars.
• Provide input on marketing strategies and materials.
• Support of alumni programming.
• Assist in Scholars Institutional Matching outreach.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Participation on a Frederick Douglass-Daniel O’Connell Global Internship Program or Scan Design Environmental Sustainability Program in Summer 2026.
• Due to federal regulations and CIEE policies, a background, reference, education, and employment check will be conducted as a condition of employment.

Skills

• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
• Excellent judgement and intercultural competence.
• High energy and excitement about intercultural exchange and CIEE.
• Passionate about access for students historically underrepresented in the study abroad experience.

CIEE believes that professionals with varied backgrounds bring unique approaches and ideas to solving problems and advancing our mission to bring the world together. Qualified candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Schedule

Internship Type: 15 hours/week