Applications for Spring 2026 programs open August 4, 2025 at 9 am PST.
Completed applications are due no later than September 24, 2025 at 11:59 pm PST. All applications are reviewed by Berkeley Study Abroad in the order they are received. Applicants will be notified of their admission status by email by the end of February.
Application Process
- Meet with an adviser to discuss which program is an appropriate fit for you.
- Submit an online application, which includes the following required steps:
- A 200 - 500 statement of interest that focuses on a) What do you hope to gain through your internship experience and how this program fits into your academic plans, future education and/or career goals b) What type of internship you are looking for (please do not request a specific employer, but rather indicate the kind of work and the type of skills you would like to gain).
- A 250-word response to the following question: What challenges do you foresee for yourself in an internship environment abroad? What strategies will you use to overcome and/or prepare for these challenges?
- A copy of your most recent college transcript (unofficial or official). Transcripts must have your name, the name of your college, courses in progress, and current GPA. A PDF of your Academic Summary from your Cal Central account is acceptable.
- A copy of your resume formatted to the specific location you are applying to. See British CV instructions and templates for more information.
- A scan of your passport biographic page showing an expiration date in December 2026 or later. If you do not have a passport, or you need to renew your passport, you may submit a passport application receipt showing expedited (2-3 week) processing.
- A signed Student Agreement (this will be sent to you via DocuSign after submitting your application).
- A signed student Waiver of Liability (this will be sent to you via DocuSign after submitting your application).
All applications are reviewed by Berkeley Study Abroad in the order they are received. Applicants will be notified of their admission status by email in early October 2025.