Florence Internships

Summer 8 weeks I Internship 2027

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Summer 8 weeks I 2027

Florence, Italy

Program Overview

SAI’s internship programs invite participants to experience the professional working environment in Florence, Italy, while building tangible skills in their chosen field. Completing an international internship also gives participants a competitive advantage in the global workforce by demonstrating cross-cultural competencies. SAI’s 8 week internships awards 6 US credits, and placements are available in a wide variety of areas, including Art & Design, Business & Finance, Humanities & Social Sciences, Tourism, and more. While Italian language proficiency is not required, it may open up more internship options.

Highlights

High quality internships available in a wide range of fields, from Business to Design.
Take advantage of professional connections made in the workplace, while enjoying the support of SAI’s on-site team.

Key Details

Application Deadline

March 5, 2027

Program Fee

Coming soon

Program Dates

Early June – Late July 2027

Enrollment Deadline

March 19, 2027

Requirements

Age

18+

Academic Year

Sophomore or above (at least 2 completed semesters at application).

Cumulative GPA

2.75 (on a 4.0 scale)

Application Materials

SAI application
Personal statement
Official transcript
Digital photo
Passport copy
Professional cover letter
Resume
Letter of recommendation

Visa Required?

Italian Language

Italian language is not required, but it is helpful for expanding options.

Internship Details

The SAI internship program is unpaid and awards 6 US academic credits.

The 8 week internship program consists of approximately 256 total hours of on-site professional experience (about 32 hours per week). Weekly totals may vary slightly, depending upon the needs of the organization where the student is placed. This intensive internship program is designed for college students and young professionals who wish to compress significant professional experience into a relatively short period of time.

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What’s Included

This is a SAI 360° Services Program; it includes our full services!

Internship placement with optional U.S. academic credit
Comfortable and safe student housing
Airport pickup on arrival day
Orientation and welcome reception
Welcoming on-site staff
Student health insurance
SAI Viva Experience: cultural engagement, excursions & wellness activities
24-hour on-site emergency support
Farewell event

Pre-departure and Re-entry services

Knowledgeable Admissions Counselors
Helpful pre-departure resources & groups
Student visa advising
Assistance with financial aid processing
Need-based SAI scholarships
Alumni Network & Ambassador Program

Financial Details

Program Fees


Application Fee	$120
Security Deposit Refundable at the end of the term.	$300
Program Fee Includes tuition, standard housing and SAI 360° Services (see What’s Included).	coming soon
Optional / Additional Fees:
Optional Private Room Housing Supplement Private room in a shared apartment, with a shared bathroom.	coming soon

*prices are subject to change

Please see SAI Policies for SAI cancellation & withdrawal deadlines.

Note: Some US universities have a special payment arrangement with SAI, where your university covers part of your fees on your behalf, and you pay the remaining fees directly to SAI. Not sure if this applies to you? Check with your study abroad office or your SAI Admissions Counselor.

Financial Deadlines


Within 1 week of acceptance	SAI Deposits Due $500 Enrollment Deposit (applied toward program fee) $300 Security Deposit (refundable)
Coming soon	50% of Total Program Fee Due (Students whose deposit payment date is on or after this date will have a deadline of 5 business days after submitting the deposit.)
Coming soon	Financial Aid Agreement & Financial Aid Program Deposit Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process. (Students whose deposit payment date is on or after this date will have a deadline of 5 business days after the deposit.)
March 15 2027	SAI Scholarship Application Deadline Complete application due by 11:59pm Pacific Time.
Coming soon	SAI Financial Aid Verification Deadline Applicable to students wishing to utilize SAI financial aid payment deferment process.
Coming soon	Balance of Total Program Fee Due

Budgeting


Airfare to/from Florence	$900 – $2,200
Meals Includes groceries and eating out.	$650 – $850 / month
Personal Expenses	$300 – $400 / month
Transportation within Florence Public transportation with some taxi rides.	$100 – $175 / month
Weekend Travel Cost varies greatly by student.	$300 – $1,000 / month

Standard Housing:
Student Apartment | shared bedroom

(included in program fee)

SAI student apartments offer a comfortable, community-focused living experience in fully equipped spaces. Apartments typically house 2 – 9 students and feature a mix of shared-occupancy and private bedrooms, along with kitchen, bathroom, and a common area. Each unit is move-in ready with essential furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens, towels, and wireless internet. Housing is arranged as female, male, and, in select locations, gender-inclusive. SAI’s on-site staff are available to promptly assist with any maintenance needs throughout the program.

Optional Housing:
Student Apartment | private bedroom

*additional fee applies

Private bedrooms in student apartments offer a private bedroom with a shared bathroom. SAI student apartments offer a comfortable, community-focused living experience in fully equipped spaces. Apartments typically house 2 – 9 students and feature a mix of shared-occupancy and private bedrooms, along with kitchen, bathroom, and a common area. Each unit is move-in ready with essential furnishings, a washing machine, basic kitchen supplies, bed linens, towels, and wireless internet. Housing is arranged as female, male, and, in select locations, gender-inclusive. SAI’s on-site staff are available to promptly assist with any maintenance needs throughout the program.

Internship Details

Internship Placements

Internships are available in a wide variety of fields, including (but not limited to) the following:

Accounting
Architecture
Art
Communications
Culinary Arts
Education
Event Planning
Fashion Design
Finance
Graphic Design
Information Technology
Journalism
Marketing
Psychology
Sciences
Social Services
Tourism

To ensure maximum benefit from the internships, participants will reflect on their experiences throughout the term. Such guided reflection will consist of various assignments and self-evaluation exercises, and the keeping of a “work journal” throughout the course of the term. Details can be found in the syllabus.

Students will receive notification of their internship placement within 8 weeks of submitting their complete application and no later than 30 days before the program start date. Once notified, students must confirm acceptance of their placement within 2 weeks.

Application Requirements

Below please find more detail on the application requirements for this program:

Professional cover letter: The professional cover letter should include a self-introduction, as well as information about your professional sector of interest, and any reference contacts you wish to provide (recommended).

Resume: The resume should include a comprehensive description of your academic and professional experience to date. Feel free to include information about any special skills you possess.

Letters of recommendation: Please provide one (1) letter of recommendation. It may be from professors, university staff, or former workplace supervisors. Please do not provide recommendations from family members or social acquaintances; these recommendations should be academic or professional in nature.

Interview: Once your application is complete, your SAI Admissions Counselor will schedule a time for a virtual interview. This interview is an opportunity to discuss your goals for the internship, as well as a chance for you to ask any questions you may have about the internship placement process.

SAI Viva Experience

SAI offers all students the Viva Experience: frequent cultural activities, at no extra cost, for participants to get to know their community, city and country. Following is a sample of the activities included in this program. Please note that actual activities may differ.

Orientation & Cultural Integration

Young women pose in a group photo in front of a mirror.

Passport & Visa

Passports
Passports should be valid for at least 3 months after planned departure from Europe.

Student Visas
In accordance with Italian law, U.S. students studying in Italy for 90 days or less are not required to obtain a student visa. Therefore all U.S. students do not require a student visa for this program (nor can they apply for one). Non-US nationals should consult their local Consulate for information on student visa requirements.

Internship Details

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What’s Included

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Financials

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