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  New Zealand

• Wellington: 
Wellington

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Throughout the Year

Description: New Zealand is a land of dramatic landscape including snow-capped mountains, forests, rivers and lakes, and endless stretches of coastline dissected by magnificent harbors and beaches. The Maori people developed a rich and distinctive culture, which still flourishes today. Established internship opportunities are centered in and around the capital city of Wellington. The Central Business District alone employs 62,000 from all sectors of the world. This vibrant environment is a fantastic location to gain real professional experience and give your resume a powerful boost. In addition to great professional opportunities, Wellington offers a myriad of cultural entertainment options. Whether you are looking for food, film, theater, art or music, chances are you will find something to whet your appetite for fun in Wellington.

Highlights:
* Live in Wellington with other interns
* Travel to Fiji or Sydney on weekends
* Gain professional experience
* Build your resume
* Strong international reputation
* Extreme bio-diversity in New Zealand
* In-country intern support services

"I had a wonderful time in New Zealand, beyond any of my expectations. I learned more about myself in New Zealand than I would have staying at home. I love Wellington, I loved the internship, and I love the people I worked with. Im sad to be leaving." - Blair Sackett

Housing: Interns will be living in centrally located apartments within 15 minutes walking distance from Massey University, Victoria University and the Central Business District. Students and young professionals enjoy the social environment within these shared, self-catered apartments. This apartment style living gives students the independence and privacy they need and provides fantastic opportunities to meet and interact with local New Zealanders as well as other international students.

Intern Types: Animal Sciences, Art History, Art/Fine Arts, Business Admin, Management, Comm (Radio, TV, & Film), Education, Environmental Management, Museum Studies, Technology, Theater, Drama, Dance and Tourism

Language: English

Cost in US$: $2,975 (1 month); $4,275 (2 months); $5,575 (3 months) Longer Placements Available *cost may change at any time due to currency exchange

Cost Includes: Included: Internship Placement and Support, Housing, Travel Insurance, Airport Pick-up Not-Included: Airfare, Meals, Personal Expenses, Visa Expenses

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to World Wide Participants. .

Participants Travel to New Zealand Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time Is 2-3 Months

International Education Programs at Jacksonville University's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.

Year Founded: 2000