This section gives some information about the organizations, or consortia, which sponsor study abroad programs in more than one location. The internships carry eight credit hours and students also take two courses carrying four credits each. The internship is graded by a University of Rochester faculty member on the basis of an analytic journal kept by the student and on an evaluation written by the internship supervisor. In addition to overseeing the academic programs, EPA's European offices provide general assistance and counseling and information about housing. Summer internships are also available in London, Bonn, and Brussels.
Internships are open to students majoring in a wide variety of fields.
You do not need specialized background to apply for most internships. For more information, stop by the Center for Study Abroad and ask the secretary for a program guide. The Institute for the International Education of Students, which is a consortium of American colleges and universities. These are described among the UR-sponsored programs below. For further information, pick up an IES catalogue at the Center for Study Abroad.