Program Full

Program Description:

Application Deadline Extended!

The Office of Experiential Learning expects to provide an option for students interested in obtaining practical knowledge and work experience outside the USA through the creation of a 6 1/2-week internship in Sydney, Australia for credit at UCF.

These internships are an excellent opportunity for participants to gain real-life experience within intended career fields while developing and practicing the skills needed to become successful professionals.  The internship abroad brings new cultures and places to the student’s experience and provides the opportunity to develop new skills of cross-cultural communication and adaptation.

Prospective students will receive placement based upon an evaluation of skills, interests, and professional goals with a company in Australia. Students will be placed into internships which directly reflect or relate to their own course of study to ensure personal and academic relevance. Internships are available in Art, Culture, Education, Engineering, Environment, Conservation, Fashion, Finance, Banking, History, Journalism, Law, Legislation, Marketing, Advertising/Public Relations, Non-Profit, Advocacy, Health: Public Health/Administration, Medical Care/Promotion/Research, Health Policy, Medical Technology Research, Autism, Mental Health, Physiotherapy/Sports Medicine, Public Administration, Music, Politics, Public Relations, Psychology, Sciences, Theater, Television and Film.

Participants in this program will register for a minimum of 3 credit hours of internship courses at UCF. The specific course work will be administered through UCF Experiential Learning, unless your college or department requires direct supervision of your program.

Students will be evaluated through both a combination of hands-on working with company placement and by documenting cultural experiences and reflection.

Payment Breakdown:

Payment 1:  $100 (non-refundable)
Payment 2:  $1000
Payment 3:  $2575
Payment 4:  $2575

Learning Outcomes:

• Acquire an international and global perspective on the individual’s own career choice.
• Demonstrate a basic understanding of Australian culture and society as preparation to becoming a globally minded professional.
• Develop and practice real-life skills needed to become a successful professional through experiential learning.
• Obtain and demonstrate advanced cross-cultural adaptation and communication skills.
• Compare and contrast the life/work experience in the USA and Australia.

Program Prerequisites:

Minimum GPA: 2.75 cumulative

Language: English

Proficiency Level Required: English

Other Prerequisites: 

After students are approved for this program and have reconfirmed their applications, students will be required to submit the following documents to the Office of International Studies in Millican Hall #107:

• Completed internship application (to be provided upon reconfirmation)
• Cover letter
• Resume/CV
• Two letters of reference (one professional or from a volunteer position; one academic)
• (2) Passport photos
• Police background check
  • Students may go to the Orange County Sherriff’s Department Records Division, 2500 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32804 between Monday and Friday, 8AM-4:30PM
  • $10 Fee, bring your student ID

All documents must be received by the Office of International Studies by February 15, 2012.  Keep in mind, the earlier you turn in your required documentation, the better your chances of getting a better internship placement that specifically matches your interests.

Program Components and Costs:

Component: Program Fees

Services: 

The following services are included as part of the program fee:

• Panoramic coach tour of Sydney
• Internship placement and supporting services
• On-site orientation in Sydney
• On-site program management and emergency support
• Unlimited local travel in central Sydney for the duration of the program
• Internship placement
• 24-hour on-call support from CAPA staff
• Medical and travel insurance
• Student housing in apartment accommodations with shared bedrooms
• Administrative fee

 

The following services are not included as part of the program fee:

• Round trip air between Orlando, Florida and Sydney, Australia
• Passport or visa fees
• Incidentals
• Meals
• Currency exchange fees
• Personal travel not associated with the program
• Tips and gratuities for tour guides and private charter buses
• Internet service in apartments

Price (in US Dollars): 6250.00

Requirement: Mandatory

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Payments:

1st payment due:  Pending application approval

2nd payment due: 2012-02-24

3rd payment due: 2012-03-15

4th payment due: 2012-04-16

Study abroad fees are posted to the UCF student account. Payment procedures, types and cashier locations can be found here, on the UCF Registrar's website.

Faculty Program Coordinator:

Name: Ulla Isaac

Email: ulla.isaac@ucf.edu

Office: Experiential Learning

Program Dates:

Program Begins: 2012-05-10

Program Ends: 2012-06-24

Program Deadlines:

Last day to apply: 2012-02-24

Last day to withdraw: 2012-02-29

Academic Institution:

This program does not use a partner institution 

Additional information:

Program Map

Closest Domestic Consulate

Nearest US Embassy Abroad

US State Department Country Information

Currency Exchange Information

Visa Information:

Visa Required: Yes

Visa Application Date: 2012-03-14

Estimated Cost of the Visa: 20.00

Additional Visa Information

Your visa requirements and cost may vary if you are not a US citizen. Please let OIS staff know if you are not using a US passport to ensure that we can address any differences in the immigration requirements.