Faculty-Led Study Abroad Scholarships

Faculty-Led Study Abroad & Scholarships

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business (COB) at the University of North Texas has a rich history of offering summer/ winter faculty led International study programs. We tend to view our programs as “International Business Trips.”


Ireland, Internships and Leadership in Ireland

Course/Program: Internships and Leadership in Ireland MGMT 4800: Internship BUSI 4700: Topics in International Business Practices and Policies Transfer course (GE301: Global Workforce and Leadership Development).

Location: Dublin, Ireland

Contact: Tracy Dietz, Tracy.Dietz@unt.edu

Website: Internships and Leadership in Ireland

The Internships and Leadership in Ireland program is designed to provide students with the opportunity to be immersed in an international business setting while at the same time having that UNT based support network. Fewer than 1% of all U.S. graduates complete an internship abroad. For the students who participate, this program will set them apart from other graduates.

The Program

This is a Summer 2022 10W program. Students will spend 8 weeks in Ireland, employed full-time in a business related to their chosen career plus group discussions and online course work. The program will include:

  • Guaranteed internship in your desired career field in Dublin
  • Pre-departure career coaching, including:
    • Dedicated Program Advisor to guide and prepare you
    • Professional development Strengths program
    • Resume and cover letter prep
    • Interview coaching
  • Private social media outlets for fellow interns
  • On-site orientation and site visits
  • Centralized and safe student housing on a college campus with UNT and other student participants
  • Group social and cultural events
  • Full-time local staff and 24/7 support
  • On site UNT faculty member for first part of the program
  • LinkedIn profile coaching and access to LinkedIn alumni group
  • Post-program career development toolkit
Academics
  • Earn 9 credits while abroad
  • Minimum 2.7 GPA

SCHOLARSHIP FUNDING

The G. Brint Ryan College of Business provides scholarship funding for students participating in faculty-led study abroad programs. To be eligible, students must be business majors and approved to participate in the program through UNT Study Abroad. All applicants must submit an essay demonstrating why they are interested in their study abroad program and what they hope to gain from the experience. Essays should be no more than one-page.

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