Douglass-O’Connell Global Internships for US students (29 November)
The Douglass-O’Connell Global Internship is an eight-week summer internship programme taking place in Dublin, consisting of a work placement and an academic internship course. The programme is a rich international experience that combines real-world work experience in Ireland with an exciting overview of Irish history and culture, grounded in the historical experiences of Frederick Douglass and Daniel O’Connell.
Applications are open to US citizens, nationals and permanent residents who are Pell Grant-eligible and have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (equivalent of 13 and above). The 2025 programme will run from 13 June to 9 August 2025. Students who are eligible but not selected receive a $1,500 Douglass-O’Connell Scholars Grant that they may use toward any summer or semester study abroad programme through Spring 2026.
Applications close on 29 November. There are online information sessions on 24 October, 13 November and 21 November.
The Douglass-O’Connell Global Internship is fully-sponsored by CIEE, the Government of Ireland, and the African American Irish Diaspora Network. The program award covers the full program cost, airfare, housing, field trips, and an academic course taught by CIEE. Students will also receive a stipend while on the program. Please email the Global Office if you are successful.