Study Abroad

TU London Internship Summer Program, UK

June 28 - August 15, 2009

Complete a 6-week career-enhancing professional practice internship this summer in London - one of the liveliest and most cosmopolitan cities in the world and home to more than 7.7 million residents. With music and sports venues, art galleries, theaters, museums, and shops, this city has something for everyone. Click here to find out more about London.

Internship opportunities are available in the following disciplines:

Students will be placed at organizations or businesses in the London metropolitan area. Program staff on-site in London will contact and arrange the internship placement based on the student's preferences. Participants are not responsible for finding a placement. Individual placement interviews will be conducted by telephone approximately 2 months prior to the program start date.

Participants will work four days per week (Monday through Thursday) with professional development seminars each Friday on topics such as business communication, teamwork in organizations, organizational leadership, and intercultural skills. There will also be weekly organized cultural experiences in London and the surrounding areas.

Eligibility: Open to Towson University students only. You must check with the Internship Coordinator in your department to find out if you meet the department's minimum eligibility requirements. Each department has specific eligibility requirements which students must meet before being able to complete an internship. Click here for a partial list.

Course: 3-6 credits (course determined by TU academic department).

To view courses that past participants have completed on this program, click here. TU students may receive Honors credit for their study abroad experience - click here for more nformation.

Housing: Students will be placed in fully furnished residences designed for the student lifestyle. Students will have access to a kitchen with modern cooking facilities, common areas, and high speed Internet (students use their own laptops).

Costs:* $5,700 includes housing, health insurance, welcome and farewell receptions, pre-departure and on-site orientations, and a theatre trip. Additional costs include $150 study abroad fee, airfare, ground transportation, visa fee, meals, and personal expenses.

*The Towson University Study Abroad Office reserves the right to make any necessary changes including adjustments in cost in the event that unforeseen circumstances arise.

Click here for information about scholarships.

Application Process: Complete and submit the TU Summer Internship Programs Application. This program is not available for non-TU students.

Application deadline: FEBRUARY 15, 2009. Students interested in a Parliamentary Internship placement must apply by FEBRUARY 1, 2009.

For More Information: Contact the TU Study Abroad Office.

Study Abroad Office
Administration Building, 2nd Floor
Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Phone: 410-704-2451

Fax: 410-704-4703
Email: studyabroad@towson.edu