The Dublin Internship Program offers a semester of study and work in one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan cities. Based at Dublin City University (DCU), the program combines a professional internship with coursework on various aspects of Ireland’s dynamic history and contemporary culture, including its art, economy, literature, media, and politics. Courses designed specifically for students in the Boston University program are taught by faculty drawn from Dublin-area universities and professional institutes. Upon successful completion of a semester, students earn 16 Boston University credits. Download a program one-sheet.

The First Six Weeks (Core Phase)
During the first part of the program, students take two required core courses: Contemporary Irish Society and The History of Ireland. Students in the Health Science Track replace the History of Ireland course with the Medical Ethics course. Students also meet with the program’s internship advisors in order to be placed according to ability, professional goals, experience, work habits, and availability of local opportunities.

The Final Eight Weeks (Internship Phase)
During the final eight weeks, students participate in internships with organizations in the greater Dublin area. Students work full-time, four days per week, while also enrolling in one of three elective courses: The Arts in Ireland, Modern Irish Literature, or Mass Media in Ireland.