Institute for Global Studies
Institute for Global Studies
Why choose Institute for Global Studies?
The Institute for Global Studies was founded in 1999 as the Institute for Cultural Ecology as an internship and study abroad provider focusing on programs and placement in the fields of marine ecology and eco-tourism. Today, we forge ahead with the conviction that visits to exotic destinations imply a commitment to cultural sensitivity and environmental stewardship. Our programs match the interest...
The Institute for Global Studies was founded in 1999 as the Institute for Cultural Ecology as an internship and study abroad provider focusing on programs and placement in the fields of marine ecology and eco-tourism. Today, we forge ahead with the conviction that visits to exotic destinations imply a commitment to cultural sensitivity and environmental stewardship. Our programs match the interests, academic goals, and passions of each participant to premier host organizations and researchers. The institute is now a leading internship provider in the United States, Hawaii, Fiji, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Nepal, and Costa Rica.
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Small Town to World Adventurer
by: Erskine Payton - United StatesProgram: Cybersecurity Internship ProgramsComing from a small town in Michigan I had never traveled outside the Midwest prior to joining the Marine Corps. This presented me with an opportunity work in and visit parts of Asia, like Japan and Korea. Since leaving The Corps I have since visited several counties including Paris (twice), Johannesburg, South Africa and Scotland on a study abroad trip. I think it important that we see the world to appreciate how other parts of the planet operate and for me to see how other countries view the U...
Eye opening experience
by: Isha Maravi - IndiaProgram: Human Rights InternshipLiving in a different country can truly broaden our perspectives and help us appreciate diverse cultures. It's wonderful that my time abroad made me more sympathetic towards others and their backgrounds. Embracing different cultures can indeed make the world a better place by promoting understanding and unity. It's great my experiences have inspired me to make a positive impact on the world!
Worldwide
by: Annabelle Macleod - United KingdomProgram: Political Science InternshipAlthough I currently do not have any work experience abroad, I am very keen to participate in the Global Politics Internship opportunity, as a politics and international relations student with a passion for studying and understanding and a deep desire to attain the mindset of academics and political analytics from around the world, in networking and working alongside individuals who strive to make politics more known and further partake and contribute to global politics and policy worldwide.
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