Global Opportunities for Clarkson University Students STUDY - RESEARCH - INTERN
Are you ready to see the world? As a student at Clarkson University, you have a wide variety of global opportunities, regardless of your program of study. You can choose from short weeklong programs to semester or yearlong programs. Your options include: • Opportunities with partner institutions. • Study abroad (page 4). • Research (page 5). • Travel with Clarkson faculty, staff and affiliates. • Short-term programs (page 6). • Global Business Programs (page 7). • Service learning trips (page 8). • Internships/working abroad (page 9).
Where will you go? Australia | Austria | Canada | China | Croatia | Denmark | France | Germany | Hong Kong | Hungary | India | Ireland | Mexico | Netherlands | New Zealand | Romania | Singapore | South Korea | Spain | Sweden | Taiwan | United Kingdom | Uruguay | Vietnam
The most popular phrase used to describe a global experience?
LIFE-CHANGING.
Top 10 Reasons to Have a Global Experience J
Enhance your academic experience.
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Get out of your comfort zone and increase your self-confidence.
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Learn or perfect another language or dialect.
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Prepare yourself for the global workforce (employers love world travel!).
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Meet lifelong friends from across the globe.
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Build soft skills for your resume like independence, problem-solving and communication.
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Expand your palate (and eat some delicious food).
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See some incredible places.
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Become a global citizen, aware of other cultures and viewpoints.
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Create memories to last a lifetime.
Study Abroad with Partner Institutions If you’re looking for a classic study abroad experience, look no further. We have formal partnerships with many universities across the globe, and courses are taught in English. We have exchange agreements with our partners that allow us to send and receive a specific number of students per year. Choose to spend a full academic year, a semester or part of a summer living and learning in another country while taking a mix of unique courses and courses that count toward your major. You may also consider extending your semesterlong experience by arranging an internship abroad to begin after your study abroad ends.
Partner Institutions Our list of partners is always evolving. Clarkson students have studied abroad in countries such as Australia, Austria, Canada, Croatia, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Romania, Singapore, Spain, South Korea, Sweden and the Netherlands. For a full and up-to-date listing of our partner institutions, please visit the International Center website at clarkson.edu/global.
Who Can Go: Majors: All majors.
GPA Requirement: 2.7 recommended.
When to Go: Junior year is typically the best time, but other years are considered. Apply by
the end of January for the following academic year for Round 1 (fall or spring travel), and by the end of March for Round 2 (spring only).
What It Costs: Because you are still a Clarkson student, tuition is paid to Clarkson. Fees for
housing are paid to the partner university or an area provider. Each student’s financial aid package remains the same during the study abroad exchange semester. Travel to and from the partner institution, personal travel and experiences, visa/residency permit and meals are not included in the costs paid to Clarkson or the partner institution.
“Studying abroad in Sweden allowed me to experience a culture without the filter of a
screen or book. I could dive in and taste the food, talk with the locals and learn through the participation of traditions and customs. Studying abroad also allowed me to travel all across Europe. Whether it was solo traveling in Italy or cruising through the Baltic Sea to Russia, I was thoroughly humbled and grateful to have had the experience. It will be something that I never forget.” — Jacob Merritt ’21
Research with Partner Institutions If you’re looking to dive into hands-on research in a new and exciting setting, many of our partner universities provide opportunities to perform research during the semester or the summer. Due to their highly personalized nature, these exchange experiences need to be arranged directly through the International Center. Our staff will work with you, your academic advisor and the international staff and faculty advisor at the partner institution to ensure that you are placed in a research project that aligns with your academic program.
Who Can Go: Majors: Any student interested in performing
research abroad is welcome to speak with our office about potential opportunities and options.
GPA Requirement: Determined by faculty at the partner institution.
When to Go: The junior year of undergraduate
studies is typically the best time, but other years are considered.
What It Costs: Expenses are similar to — and in addition to — those of studying abroad. The cost of a research opportunity without study varies and can be discussed on a case-by-case basis.
“Studying abroad has given me lifelong friends
from all over the world in addition to an appreciation of the earth and all its natural beauty and historical significance. [It] has broadened my mind and shown me that you can find like-minded people everywhere. This experience has helped me to better understand other people’s backgrounds and cultures. I can appreciate how unique each culture is and what it has to offer.” — Aady Balasubramanian ’18, (pictured below)
Short-Term Programs With Clarkson A newer option for Clarkson students, short-term programs continue to grow and are based on both academic and extracurricular interests. These trips, typically one to three weeks long, are led by Clarkson faculty or staff specifically for Clarkson students. Recent trips have included:
Business Ethics & Leadership in Brazil. Robotics in Japan. Ecology & Adventure in Costa Rica. Sustainability & Healthcare Delivery in Kenya.
Who Can Go: Majors: All majors.
GPA Requirement:
Good academic standing.
When to Go: Trip times vary and are open to students of all years. Some trips take place during the January break, some during spring break and some during the summer.
What It Costs:
Costs are dependent upon the program.
The most up-todate information on current options and locations can be found by visiting the International Center website at clarkson.edu/global.
Global Business Programs With Clarkson Global Business Programs provide exciting opportunities for you to expand your education in an international setting alongside fellow Clarkson students. These two- to three-week faculty-led programs typically take place at the end of the spring semester. They are a culmination of a semester-long course that provides cultural and business context leading up to the trip and earn students three credits. Trips always include a mix of business site visits and cultural experiences. Previous trips have included destinations such as:
Singapore.
Germany and the Czech Republic.
Malaysia and Thailand.
Argentina and Chile.
Australia.
Belgium.
Italy.
Croatia.
Uganda and Kenya.
Who Can Go: Majors: While the programs are designed with business majors in mind, students from
any major are able to apply for UNIV399, which satisfies the Cultures & Societies (CSO) and Contemporary & Global Issues (CGI) knowledge areas.
GPA Requirement:
Determined by the School of Business.
When to Go: Any years.
What It Costs: There is an additional cost for the program that varies by destination but
typically ranges from $4,000 to $6,000. Scholarships are available to assist with costs. All costs, with the exception of personal purchases, are included in the cost of the trip.
Service Learning Trips With Clarkson Students who are actively engaged in specific on-campus clubs and organizations may have the opportunity to participate in an international service learning trip through their club with fellow club members. These trips typically take place during school breaks and are led by faculty. Past service learning trips have included:
Engineers for International Sustainability.
Majors:
Students should reach out directly to the organization to understand eligibility.
GPA Requirement: Determined by the organization.
When to Go:
Doctors Without Borders. Eco Challenge in the Dominican Republic. Students Without Borders.
Who Can Go:
Trips happen either annually or every other year, depending on the program.
What It Costs:
There is an additional cost to the student. In most cases, fundraising is done by the club to assist with the cost of the trip for each participant.
The most up-todate information on current options and locations can be found by visiting the International Center website at clarkson.edu/global.
“Your greatest adventures and achievements occur in the face of fear. Take the plunge and move to a different country, learn a new language, surround yourself with new people who bring new ideas and opinions to the table and let it change your life. It may seem scary, but it will transform you in the best ways possible. True knowledge really does come from experience.” — Maria Cumbe ’17
Internships/Working Abroad Whether or not you plan to spend a semester or longer studying abroad, the staff in the International and Career Centers can help you prepare, search for and secure an international internship or co-op experience. Some of these positions are paid, while others offer students academic credit. If you plan to study abroad: While you are abroad at a partner institution, you are welcome to apply for internships and co-ops that will occur after your study abroad semester. Many of our partners have career centers that you can work with to obtain work experience after study. While not all partners offer these opportunities, you can identify universities that do with help from the International Center staff and our website at clarkson.edu/global. If you do NOT plan to study abroad: The International Center works with third-party affiliates to organize professional internship opportunities in major cities around the globe. They will match your interests to employers’ needs to provide the best possible experience.
Who Can Go: Majors:
Any student interested in going abroad for an internship or co-op.
GPA Requirement: Determined by the company.
When to Go: When it best fits your needs.
What It Costs: Varies.
Safety & Wellness Abroad At Clarkson, our biggest priority is ensuring your safety while abroad. Our International Center will work with you to: • Register travel with the Department of State’s STEP Program so you will receive updates about the country in which you are living or visiting. • Review information on the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website regarding vaccines and travel advisories based on your area of travel. • Guide you through the challenges and risks of living abroad and traveling on your own. • Maintain a support system both in the new city of residence and at home for you to reach out to at any time. • Check in with you from time to time to see how you are doing and if there are ways to improve the experience. • Help you connect with others in the new city of residence and understand on-the-ground resources.
The International Center Our office is constantly receiving and reviewing the latest travel advisories. In the instance that there are issues in your geographic region that may impact your safety and well-being, we will assess situations on a case-by-case basis, increase our contact with you and make decisions about your ability to remain abroad.
How to Find and Apply for the Right Experience for You • Start early. Begin planning with your academic advisor during your first year so you can have the most options possible. If you miss this part, that’s okay! Talk to your academic advisor as soon as you can about your interests in global experiences. • Go to relevant events. The International Center hosts an annual Global Opportunities Fair, Study Abroad 101 sessions, Travel Tuesdays and more throughout the year. Try to attend at least one event during your first and second years at Clarkson. • Learn from your peers. Talk to other students who have already completed international travel that you’re
interested in to hear about their experiences and gain valuable firsthand insight. • Explore all your options. Use our CU Global website to understand all your options. Search by major, location, length of travel, type of program, semester and more. • Use outside resources. • Read up on where you plan to go: check out travel guides, cultural resources, and travel blogs. • Binge watch travel videos on YouTube, on everything from what to pack, to going through customs in a particular country. • Download some great travel apps.
• Visit us in the International Center. Our staff are here to assist you in finding the right experience to suit your goals, interests and needs. We are located in Suite 2300 in the Andrew S. Schuler Educational Resources Center at the heart of campus. • Watch out for application deadlines and requirements. Each type of global experience has different eligibility and travel requirements, as well as application instructions and deadlines. Stay on top of these to ensure you can travel!
Our Commitment to Sustainable Travel One of Clarkson’s goals for the whole University is to become carbon neutral by 2025. Airfare emissions related to international travel are unavoidable and account for around 3,000 tons of CO2 annually. Clarkson will achieve carbon neutrality from international air travel by offsetting carbon.
Offsetting Carbon Offsetting carbon is a market solution to climate change in which a different organization is paid to remove an amount of global warming gases from the atmosphere that is equivalent to what’s been emitted. This can be achieved through various activities, ranging from planting trees to destroying chemical refrigerants.
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