Semester Internship program in London, England

The London semester internship program at Westminster is unique and allows for students to gain practical, on-the-job training while at the same time participating in classroom lectures on campus.





London, England


London is a hub of the global economy, has a world-class
reputation for culture, media, entertainment and
the arts, and is home to a cosmopolitan community
of over 7 million people.

The University of Westminster's 23,000 students enjoy a unique learning and living experience in this vibrant environment; establishing global networks of friends and contacts and gaining well-respected qualifications that will enhance their career prospects.

Campus Size: 23,000 students

GPA required for admission: 2.8/4.0
Average Internship Load:
2-3 days a week/ 16-20 hours
Academic Calendar:
Sem. one: late-Sept to mid-Dec
Sem. two: early-Jan to early -June
Application deadlines:
Fall: April 15; Spring: October 1
Download an application
Sem. Program Fee: $13,385

As part of the Study Abroad Program at Westminster, you have the opportunity to undertake an academically assessed internship.

The internship is the equivalent of two classes (8 credits) and is taken alongside two other classes.
Internship Placements

Former interns have been placed in areas such as:

Finance companies
Museums
Political parties
Charities
Magazines

The majority of internships are of an administrative nature; some tasks will be challenging, others will be more routine. Westminster actively encourages employers to provide opportunities for students to use and develop skills to maximize their potential. Students normally work 2-3 days per week; on average between 16-20 hours. The maximum duration of the internship is one semester.

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Internship Requirements


To be eligible, students must have some work experience in their chosen field or be able to demonstrate relevant skills and practical ability acquired through study.

On your study abroad application, state which fields you are interested in and in which you have experience, and the Westminster Internship Coordinator will work to find a suitable placement for you.


To learn more about the semester program at Westminster click here.

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Program Details & Fees


Click here for the program fee. Included in this fee are full-time tuition and CIS administrative fees, housing, all CIS advisory services and personal pre-departure orientation, airport reception, host university orientation, academic transcript, student union/association fees, and CIS comprehensive health, accident & medical insurance.

CIS is committed to helping students study abroad and as such has developed the CIS Go Global Scholarship Program. These scholarships are modest, merit based awards that are intended to provide the incentive academically qualified students need to study abroad.

Click here for more information about the Go Global program.

Housing
The University of Westminster offers single study bedrooms with a single bed, desk or table, chair, and wardrobe in University halls of residence across London . All the halls are self-catering with fully-furnished shared kitchens and communal areas. All the halls of residence have 24 hours security and resident tutors responsible for student welfare. The halls are all well served by public transport, located with in about half an hour's traveling time from the University campuses. Whichever hall you live in you will have a chance to meet students from different disciplines, backgrounds and cultures, enhancing the whole study abroad experience.


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Subject Areas


Listed below are some of the more popular areas of study and links to the university web sites for more details about their offerings.

As a study abroad student you can combine four modules (courses) each semester from the 300 traditional and cutting edge undergraduate degree programs offered at Westminster . You can choose from subjects such as Communications, Business and Finance, Law, Media Studies, Social and Human Sciences, and many more.

Click here for more information about choosing courses at Westminster.
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Internship Application Procedures


Download the application here.

Within two weeks of receiving your application, you will receive notification of the acceptance decision.

Contact CIS with questions (toll free 877-617-9090) or email us.

Other Programs available in England

Click here to review other programs in England.

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