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Arcadia Abroad - London Internship Program (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Academic Level: Junior, Senior, Sophomore Language(s) of Instruction: English
Housing Options: Apartment Program Model: Partner Provider
Area(s) of Study: Accounting, Anthropology, Art and Design, Art and Design - Graphic Design, Art and Design - Studio, Art History, Astronomy, Biological Sciences (Biology), Chemistry, Communication, Computer Science, Criminal Justice and Criminology, Cross-cultural and Global Studies, Digital Media Studies, Economics, Educational Management, Engineering Management, Foreign Language, Geography, Health Promotion, History, Human Resource Management, Legal Studies, Literature, Management, Marketing, Other, Professional Writing, Psychology, Public Service Leadership, Sociology, Statistics, Women's and Gender Studies Open to Non-UHCL Applicants: Yes
Program Description:
Arcadia London Internship

A practical opportunity to network in a supportive academic environment

On the London Internship Program, you’ll engage with London as both a professional and a student, mixing with British, American, and international students from day one and interning eight hours a day, three full days per week over several weeks during your time abroad. Your coursework is designed to complement your work experience and to reinforce your professional and academic interests. There are placements available in a wide range of industries. This is a unique and affordable study abroad opportunity — if you want to build your resume, this is a great program option.

If you’re interested in British or international politics and public policy, the Parliamentary Internship may be a good option. As a Parliamentary Intern, you will contribute to the everyday operations of important figures in British politics and develop an insider’s understanding of how the British legislature – the House of Commons and the House of Lords – make policy ideas into law.
 
  • Placement options include: Advertising; arts; business operations; film & television; accounting and entrepreneurship; hospitality; journalism; law; politics (including Parliament); marketing; non-governmental organizations; psychology; public relations; and theater. The Internship Placement Guide outlines more placement details.
 
  • As part of your Cornerstone Course, Work in Thought and Action, you’ll complete a substantial research paper, which allows you to make connections between academic study and your placement experience. This research paper will help you think about how your experience connects to your career aspirations. (This is a great writing sample for future graduate school and employment applications!)
 
  • In addition to your placement and the Cornerstone Course, you will enroll in three additional courses selected from a wide range of course offerings for the Arcadia in London program, with the option to enroll in courses at one of our partner institutions (tuition fees will vary):
    • City, University of London 
    • Goldsmiths, University of London 
    • Queen Mary, University of London
 
Excursions & Attractions

Travel to fascinating places of interest that enhance your cultural immersion and give a meaningful context to your academic courses through Arcadia's planned Excursions and Activities.

Arcadia includes many fun and exciting excursions, events, and activities - many of which are free and included in your program, such as a visit to the infamous Tower of London and walking tours of quirky neighborhoods such as Shoreditch. You also have a range of optional excursions and events to join such as the exciting Regional Excursion where we bring together students from our England, Wales, Scotland, and Ireland programs as well as a continental Europe event every Fall and Spring semester. 

WHY ARCADIA?

Arcadia is a nationally recognized leader in higher education, offering exceptional study, research, and internship experiences for students from colleges and universities across the US. Our unique combination of customized, diverse academic programming and comprehensive support allows students to explore new worlds, get to know themselves, boost their resumes for future job opportunities and graduate school, and experience the incredible growth and shifts in perspective that a culturally immersive experience can deliver.


Please check the Arcadia website for dates, courses, and the latest program information.
 

Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Fall 2023 05/31/2023 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Spring 2024 02/01/2024 02/01/2024 TBA TBA
Fall 2024 04/01/2024 04/01/2024 TBA TBA
Academic Year 2024-2025 08/01/2024 12/02/2024 TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.