Education Abroad

The Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences typically offers one to two faculty-led programs each summer.  Faculty-led programs are programs that are led by psychology faculty.  A program to Germany is offered almost every summer.  Other locations have included Italy and Spain.  The length of each program varies from about 2 weeks to 5 weeks long. Typically, applications open in September the year before the summer program is conducted.  Dr. Pamela Edens is available to discuss programs that are in the process of being planned for upcoming summer and Winterbreak.  She can be reached at pamedens@tamu.edu

Did you know that you can intern abroad for Psychology credit? Through Texas A&M partner, Global Experiences, TAMU Psychology students can apply for full-time internship placements in Dublin, Barcelona and London. These are full-time, 8-week internships in a range of businesses from small, family-run companies, to non-profits, to multinational companies. Language proficiency is not required but students with Spanish skills will benefit from a dual-language experience in Barcelona placements. All students participate in a Career Development Program and are matched individually to an internship approved by the Study Abroad office and relevant faculty. Only 1 in 10 U.S. undergraduates studies abroad before graduating. Even fewer intern abroad. Not only is an international internship a unique way to travel and immerse yourself in a new culture, but it has also been proven to benefit your career.

Learn more about interning abroad with Global Experiences.

For more information about interning abroad with Global Experiences, contact Augusta Viccellio at augusta@globalexperiences.com.

Why study or intern abroad?

An international experience builds the skills and qualities that employers look for. Studying abroad gives students a chance to learn about their own capabilities and goals by experiencing subjects that come alive when in their environment, rather than simply read about in texts. By reaching beyond borders and experiencing another culture, students who study abroad will gain new perspective and become more globally engaged. In addition, study abroad returnees show higher rates of civic participation, volunteerism, social entrepreneurship, and are more likely to attend graduate school. 

What do employers look for that can be gained from studying or interning abroad?

• Adaptability
• Appreciation of diversity
• Assertiveness
• Communication skills
• Creativity
• Flexibility
• Independence
• Initiative
• Inquisitiveness
• Perseverance
• Proficiency in a foreign language
• Self-confidence

Study Abroad Scholarships

The College of Arts and Sciences encourages students to experience and challenge their global environments and offers a study abroad scholarship of up to $2,000. Eligibility criteria and instructions are outlined in the application.