Public Service and Internships
Public Service in Florence
Public service is one of the most direct and meaningful ways for students to move beyond being visitors and become part of Florence’s everyday life. It allows them to give back to the city that has hosted our Program for over sixty years while building real connections with the local community.
By working with children, migrants, and vulnerable populations, and supporting organizations focused on healthcare, women’s empowerment, and the environment, students gain far more than volunteer hours: they develop language skills, cultural confidence, and a deep sense of civic responsibility. Public service doesn’t just enrich their experience in Florence—it anchors it.
Interested? Students should email us for more information. To secure the best placement, students are advised to contact us within the deadlines provided.
- Fall Quarter Deadline: July 15
- Winter Quarter Deadline: November 15
- Spring Quarter Deadline: February 25
Internships in Florence
An internship abroad pushes students beyond the classroom and into the realities of Italian professional life. It gives them firsthand exposure to how organizations operate outside the United States and what it means to work across cultures.
Through mentored internships, students develop valuable professional skills, strengthen their Italian, and build networks. Completing an internship in Florence signals more than experience—it proves adaptability, cultural intelligence, and the ability to thrive in unfamiliar environments, qualities that employers and graduate programs highly value.
Interested?Students should contact us by email for further details. Please note that all final placements are determined by the host organizations. To ensure the best match, students are advised to contact us within the deadlines provided.
- Fall Quarter Deadline: July 15
- Winter Quarter Deadline: November 15
- Spring Quarter Deadline: February 25