Semester Intern + Study Abroad
Unique Experiences鈥
Support conservation efforts with local NGOs
promoting economic mobility and social well-being for families in Villa Prades
Assist with editorial tasks
at one of San Juan's main newspapers, gaining hands-on experience in journalism
Work on housing projects
and urban development initiatives at a Puerto Rican public institution
Your Intern and Study Abroad Destination in San Juan
San Juan is Puerto Rico鈥檚 vibrant, coastal capital, celebrated for its dynamic nightlife, unique blend of Spanish, African, and Caribbean cultures, iconic landmarks like Old San Juan鈥檚 colorful colonial architecture and El Morro Fortress, world-class museums, charming caf茅s and restaurants, lively markets, and stunning beaches and tropical landscapes. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, San Juan is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
Program Highlights
- Internship Placements: 黑料网911offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
- Academic Courses: Choose from in person courses at 黑料网911San Juan or online courses delivered by CIEE鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in Puerto Rican 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 consulting firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in San Juan.
Excursions & Activities鈥
CIEE鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in San Juan will open doors for you to explore Puerto Rico鈥檚 rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.鈥赌赌
Samples of excursions and activities:鈥
- Experience the thrill of ziplining over the lush landscapes of Toro Verde, home to some of the longest and highest ziplines in the world
- Head to the surf capital of Puerto Rico, Rinc贸n, for a day of water activities with locals on some of the island鈥檚 best waves
- Participate in a local environmental organization to help restore San Juan鈥檚 coastal ecosystems, like assisting in mangrove reforestation efforts
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.鈥
Program Blogs
What To Do in San Juan While Studying Abroad
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Top 10 Puerto Rican Slang Words
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Housing & Meals
Housing
黑料网911San Juan offers diverse residence hall housing options to ensure you're comfortable in鈥痽our home away from home. From single to shared rooms, we will strive for your鈥痑ccommodation preferences to be met. All housing has convenient access to plenty of shopping, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation.鈥
Standard Housing: Includes a double room in a residence hall, located within 15 minutes of the city center by public transportation. Students can prepare their meals in the facility and access study areas and other amenities. This type of accommodation offers fully furnished kitchen space, laundry facilities shared with鈥痮ther students, shared bathrooms, and Wi-Fi. Meals are not included.
Select Housing: Includes a single room in a residence hall. Residence halls are located within 15 minutes of the city center. Students can prepare their meals in the facility and access study areas and other amenities. This type of accommodation offers fully furnished kitchen space, laundry facilities shared with鈥痮ther students, shared bathrooms, and Wi-Fi. Meals are not included. Select housing requires an鈥痑dditional fee.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
Meals are not included. Students can prepare their meals in the fully furnished kitchen space.
Transportation
Commute time from housing location to internship will vary depending on location of the internship provider.
Academics
黑料网911San Juan:鈥疭tudy in San Juan, a dynamic city where rich history meets Caribbean charm. From exploring colorful streets and historic forts to soaking up the sun on stunning beaches, experience the vibrant culture and warm hospitality that make San Juan unforgettable.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by 黑料网911in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the 黑料网911academic calendar. 鈥
Course Information
Academic Projects
Biological and Physical Sciences
Communication, Journalism, and Media
Social Sciences
Business, Economics, Management, and Marketing
Languages and Cultural Studies
Natural Resources, Conservation, and the Environment
黑料网911proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
黑料网911and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the 黑料网911Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
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Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 黑料网911and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
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Discover Internship Opportunities
We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with 黑料网911Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
San Juan's work scene is diverse, offering abundant internship opportunities with innovative businesses, nonprofit organizations, and multinational corporations across tourism, finance, healthcare, and creative industries. The city's multicultural and bilingual environment fosters collaboration and networking, supporting professional growth in a vibrant Caribbean business hub.
Finance
Study global markets, financial systems, and cross-border investment strategies in international firms, banks, and companies.
Health Science
Immerse yourself in global healthcare systems to study cross-border medical practices and address public health challenges.
Hospitality and Tourism
Polish your hospitality management skills by studying global tourism practices, customer service excellence, and more.
Manufacturing
Study global supply chains, production technologies, and international business strategies in England, Singapore, and more.
Get Started
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Utilize the Internship Search Tool
Search our catalog of internship opportunities to view the placements that align best with your academic and professional goals.
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Start a Program Application
You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!
3
Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
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Contact CIEE
We're here to help! Email us if you have questions or need help applying to this program. Upon your acceptance, you'll speak with on-site 黑料网911staff about your internship goals. 黑料网911will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.
Scholarships & Grants
黑料网911offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Wollitzer Merit Scholarships in Area or Comparative Studies
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- 黑料网911Gilman Go Global Grant
- Trailblazer Grant
- Fall 25 or Spring 26 Leading Change in Latin America Student Fellowship
To be considered, submit the 黑料网911Scholarships & Grants application within your 黑料网911program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Spring 2026 12 weeks | Start Date * | End Date * | Fees & Housing $8,950 | |
| Program Fall 2026 12 weeks | Start Date | End Date |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,806 ** |
| Housing | $3,650 *** |
| Insurance | $194 |
| Total Fees | $8,950 |
Financial Aid
黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,200 鈥 |
| International Airfare | $400 鈥犫赌 |
| Local Transportation | $110 鈥犫赌犫 |
| Books & Supplies | $15 |
| Personal expenses | $205 |
| Total Costs | $1,930 |
*non-refundable fee
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
鈥For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
鈥犫赌round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
鈥犫赌犫one round trip a day for the semester by subway
Program Fees
黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
黑料网911iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Alejandra Herrera
Regional Director of Operations for Latin America, Interim Center Director, Santiago Chile
Alejandra is a passionate and experienced educator in higher education in Chile with more than 10 years in the field of International Education.
Get Started
1
Start an Application
You're one step closer to an amazing study abroad experience!
2
Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office
Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad.
3
Contact Us
Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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