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CIEE Summer Global Internship in Copenhagen, Denmark (Outgoing Program) Print 
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Type: internship abroad, study abroad GPA Requirement: 2.5
Housing: Dormitory Language of Instruction: English
Program Description:

Summer Global Internship

Copenhagen, Denmark

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Summer Global Internship program in Copenhagen lasts 8 weeks and features two key components: A full-time internship with an international organization (approximately 30-40 hours per week) and an internship seminar. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in Danish culture. Live, learn, and work in Copenhagen!

Unique Experiences

Assist in data analysis

at a company specializing in providing advanced employee engagement

Contribute to the creation of advanced enzyme solutions

at a biotechnology company

Create 3D models

at an interior design company specializing in custom retail

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Excursions & Activities

  • Visit the National Museum and see how Copenhagen transformed from a 10th-century fishing village to a world leader in sustainability and innovation
  • Explore the professional working world of Copenhagen through site visits, networking events, and guest lectures
  • Take a short train trip across the bridge to Sweden and explore the young city of Malmø

Program Highlights

  • Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
  • Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in Danish business culture through an internship and workshops that build practical skills, foster cultural competence, and expand your network.
  • Company Visits: Visit a digitally native company, a sustainability firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in Copenhagen.

 

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • One-week orientation – an introduction to Danish culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
  • Excursions
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel insurance included

Questions?

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2026 03/25/2026 ** Rolling Admission 05/19/2026 07/12/2026

** 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.