APPROXIMATE DATES
JUNE 5-  AUGUST 15

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point provides extraordinary study programs to those wishing an education beyond the bounds of the classroom or campus. Since 1969, both the Spring and the Fall Britain programs have allowed students to experience Europe, Britain, and especially London.  Now we have added the opportunity for eligible students to do their externship/internship abroad during the summer in London.

advertising - PR - economics - high-end residential, office, and hospitality design;  historic preservation - financial services - marketing - TV & radio / video production - lobby groups - parliament - political action groups - archival research - museum & gallery - management - non-profit and voluntary organizations - theatre/literature - stage design and sets - orchestra or dance companies - schools - health promotion and wellness in health spas, corporations, clinics, hospitals, mental health agencies - etc.

Application: A London Internship application packet is available in the International Programs Office, Room 108 Collins Classroom Center or by clicking here.  Permission required from your major/department Britain Internship Coordinator. Coordinator’s signature is required on the Internship application form. Students will be asked to attend an Informational/
Selection meeting and schedule a final interview.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 15, although late applications are sometimes taken; contact the International Programs Office for details.

Eligibility

Applicable majors and minors should apply (see credits offered below). Minimum GPA of 2.75 to apply.

Costs

$8,500-9,000 for 10-week programs  (approximate)

Cost Includes:

• 10 Week Academic Program, 8-9 credits. 6-7 in internship and 3 in International Studies.
• International Airfare, Chicago-London-Chicago.
• Internship placement, orientation, supervision. 24 hours per week .
• International Studies class for 3 credits dealing with British Culture and Civilization.
• Room in central London, breakfasts, and most lunches and dinners.
• UWSP full-time tuition.  Ten week internships are for 8-9 credits  for Wisconsin  Residents (Minnesota students qualify for reciprocity.) Out-of staters pay an additional $750.
• UW-System mandatory health/travel insurance.
• Plan your budget to cover passport, visa (c. $350), personal expenses.
• In addition,  students can chose to participate in a study tour of the European Union (EU) in the two weeks following the internship.  The EU stops will include Frankfurt, Heidelberg, Baden-Baden and Trier in Germany, Strasbourg, Metz and Colmar in France, Luxembourg and Brussels in Belgium.    This is a comprehensive tour focusing on the EU's past, present and future.  Students may receive 2 credits in International Studies.  There is an additional charge for the tour; see the International Programs staff for details.

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Classes

Credits:
Please see the appropriate advisor for the number of credits and course expectations: 

In all cases confirm credits with the appropriate Department Chair/Internship Coordinator.

We might also suggest that you begin your orientation by visiting the VERY useful Anglo-American web site; this  is the agency that helps place our London interns:
http://www.angloamerican.uk.com/studentLife.htm

Withdrawal

Withdrawal up to ten weeks before the start of the program, all fees except the initial deposit may be refunded. After that time, airline, substantial intern placement fees (approx. $1100) and housing cancellation charges may be assessed. If the program would be canceled, all fees will be refunded.

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