The focus of this 8-week program is a full-time internship with a local company where you will gain valuable professional experience. Internships are available in a wide range of disciplines.
You will be based in Singapore, a prosperous city-state that has overcome its lack of natural resources to become a powerhouse economy of Asia. You will work closely with small or medium sized companies on projects that align with your background and interest areas. In addition to the intellectual growth provided by the projects, you will also experience local life and culture through guided cultural immersions that will set the stage for personal exploration of the city and country during your internship.
During this program, UF faculty members will accompany you during the first week to get you acclimated. After that the local coordinator will continue to be available for any of your needs.
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Application Deadlines
Priority Deadline: December 1
Final Deadline: February 2
As part of the application process you will be required to submit a resume and personal statement. You must also schedule an informal interview with the program director to go over your interests, details of the program and sign the academic advising form. This is a selective program, completing the application is not a guarantee of acceptance.
Program Dates
Summer C: June 7—August 2, 2025
Academics
Courses are taught online by UF faculty. All CLAS students will earn credit for:
- IDS4956: Global Culture (3 credits)
- IDS4944: International Internship (3 credits)
Total number of credits offered: 6 UF GPA.
IDS4956 is an online course that will supplement your in-person cultural activities, improve your intercultural competence, and focus on your professional development.
IDS4944 is an online course that accompanies your in-person internship. Reflections and supervisor evaluations are required.
Eligibility
- Open to all majors.
- 2.5 GPA.
- Undergraduate students must be in good standing.
Internships
As part of the application process you will be asked to submit a resume, personal statement and rank industry areas in order of preference. You will also have a meeting with our partners in Singapore to discuss your interests. Based on that information they will offer you an interview with a company in Singapore that best matches your goals. There is no guarantee that you will be placed with any particular industry, so you must be flexible and open to learning new skills. You will work full-time Monday-Friday during your internship. Sample areas of focus include, but are not limited to:
- Sustainability
- NGOs
- Data Science
- Computer Science
- Marketing
Estimated Program Fee
2025 Undergraduate Program Fee: $8,481
UF International Center Deposit: $395 (nonrefundable, due at the time of application)
Included:
- Tuition for 6 credits
- Internship Placement
- Welcome Dinner
- Housing (single supplement is an additional fee if requested and available)
- Excursions as listed on itinerary
- International health insurance
Not Included:
- Round-trip airfare
- Additional excursions and personal travel
- Personal expenses (cell phone, laundry)
- Meals
Housing
Students will have twin-sharing accommodations in the heart of Singapore Central Business District. If available, students may request a single room for an additional charge.
Activities
Group excursions may include a city tour, market tour, cooking class, Singapore Zoo, and an overnight in Malacca City.
Pre-Departure Information
Once your application is approved you will receive more information on the next steps. We will offer pre-departure sessions before you go as well as on-site orientations once you arrive in Singapore.
Withdrawal Policy (subject to change)
Please see the UF International Center’s policies for cancellation and withdrawals. It is your responsibility to know when payments are due and when you are fee liable for the program. If you have any questions please contact the study abroad advisor.
Contact Information
Study Abroad Advisor
Maria Selezneva
mselezneva@ufic.ufl.edu
CLAS Program Director
Christine Richmond
crichmond@advising.ufl.edu
