by Bryce Shirley, Student Writing Intern, Global Affairs

The Global Learning Hub, within Global Affairs, is pleased to announce the 2022 lineup of programs for UC Davis Summer Abroad and UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships. Programs include faculty-led study and internship (virtual and in-person) opportunities in various disciplines—from animal and veterinary science to global health; from environment, green tech, and sustainability to business and communication.

The first step towards studying or interning abroad or virtually this summer is to create a UC Davis Study Abroad Account to receive email updates about upcoming programs of interest and key enrollment dates and deadlines. UC Davis Summer Abroad and Summer Abroad Internships are open to all University of California students. Earn eight units in just four weeks on most programs.

UC Davis Summer Abroad

Traveling with a small group of students and world-class faculty, students participating in a Summer Abroad program gain new global perspectives in focused academic areas, develop cross-cultural understanding, and forge new friendships and professional relationships. Courses are offered to fulfill major, minor, and GE requirements.

Learn more about funding resources for study abroad programs. UC Davis Summer Abroad is open to all University of California students. Earn eight units in just four weeks on most programs.

UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships

Summer Abroad Internships provide students with the opportunity to gain firsthand experience in diverse fields and within diverse cultural contexts at locations around the globe. Conveniently offered during the summer, internships are open to all students, offer guaranteed placements, improve your marketability when you apply for jobs, and enhance applications to professional schools. UC Davis faculty work with students remotely during the internship to help them get the most out of their experience. Students earn UC Davis credits and are supported 24/7 on-site by trusted program providers. Program lengths vary from 4 to 10 weeks. 

Internship Tracks Available in 2022

Explore the over 20 UC Davis Summer Abroad Internships planned for this summer:

• Animal and Veterinary Science
• Business and Communication
• Design and Fashion
• Education
• Engineering and Computer Science
• Environment, Green Tech, Sustainability
• Global Health
• Psychology
• Virtual Summer Internships

Two new internship tracks will be available this summer: Design and Fashion in Italy and Environment, Green Tech, and Sustainability in New Zealand, Spain, and Thailand. We also are introducing new Wildlife, Conservation, and Veterinary Medicine internships in Costa Rica; and Business and Communication internships in Spain:

Design and Fashion in Italy

Florence and Milan, Italy
Design and Fashion
Get your foot in the door in the design and fashion industry with an internship placement in Milan or Florence— two of Italy’s most desirable cities.

Environment, Green Tech, and Sustainability Internships in New Zealand

Auckland or Wellington, New Zealand
Environment, Green Tech, Sustainability
Intern in environmental science, green technology, and sustainability in New Zealand, where their history is built on respect for the environment.

Environment, Green Tech, and Sustainability Internships in Spain

Valencia, Spain
Environment, Green Tech, Sustainability
Work with environmental engineering, architecture, urban planning, research, sustainable development, or policy in Spain.

Environment, Green Tech, and Sustainability Internships in Thailand

Bangkok, Thailand
Environment, Green Tech, Sustainability
Learn about practices, techniques, research, or policy in sustainable development across professional fields in Thailand.

Wildlife, Conservation, and Veterinary Medicine Internships in Costa Rica

Quepos and Wildlife Rescue Center, Costa Rica
Animal and Veterinary Science
Intern for four weeks over the summer while gaining experience in a small animal clinic and at a wildlife rescue center.

Business and Communication Internships in Spain

Barcelona, Spain
Business and Communication
Barcelona’s entrepreneurial and open economy has made the city an unbeatable meeting point for international business.

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About the Global Learning Hub at UC Davis

Through the Global Learning Hub, each and every UC Davis student can find global learning opportunities available on campus, in the region, virtually, and internationally. The Hub offers global learning programs, workshops, and resources that enhance all UC Davis students’ academic and career pursuits through four broad areas of opportunities: Community Engagement; Global Skills and Leadership; Internships and Research; and Study Abroad. UC Davis is committed to preparing the next generation of global problem solvers and change makers. As such, we aim to prepare our undergraduate, graduate, and professional students to solve global challenges collaboratively, equitably, and sustainably.

As a part of Global Affairs, the Global Learning Hub aims to inspire global curiosity, understanding, and engagement.