It is a land of medieval cities and quaint villages, cathedrals and castles. This cultural internship experience provides limitless opportunities. The Berufsakademie Lorrach is a three-year college that works closely with German business corporations, enabling students to spend half of their time in class and half on the job, specializing in technology, manufacturing, finance, market ing, and business administration. American students' work and home placements are coordinated by personnel at the Berufsakademie. Program dates for the summer internship are the beginning of July to mid-August.
Students have an introduction week which includes sightseeing and orientation to life in Germany.
Locations for both work and homestays will be in the state of Baden-Wurttemberg in southern Germany. Eligibility requirements include fluent German speaking and writing skills and relevant work experience. Housing during the International Work Experience Program is with German host families which presents an opportunity for students to take part in everyday life and to gain an understanding of German culture. Student passes for local buses and trams ensure easy, rapid transportation between work and residence. Trips are a scheduled part of the program.