Strickler Office of International Programs
Marketing Your Study Abroad Experience: Inside the Minds of Recruiters
Blog post by Alessandra Auster, Marketing '20, who studied abroad in Seville, Spain in Spring 2019
Study Abroad
Smeal strongly encourages students to participate in education abroad and about one fourth of our graduates have this experience. Discover how study abroad will fit with your personal and academic goals. You may choose a summer or semester program and perhaps consider earning an International Business Minor. Start your journey now by navigating the timing and eligibility requirements and exploring the many diverse Penn State programs offered all around the world.
International Internships
International internship and service learning opportunities allow students to create meaning between their academic coursework, their future careers, and the world around them. Globalization is an increasingly important aspect of any business. Thus, many employers today are reported to value intercultural communication skills, global perspectives, and demonstrated adaptability that often are gained from an international work experience.
Faculty/Staff
Instructors interested in teaching a summer, Maymester or embedded study abroad program or those already scheduled to do so, may find relevant information here.
International Students
For students studying here at Penn State from another country, the International Student web page links you to many resources which may help you find answers to your questions about housing, academic concerns, jobs, or ways to meet other students. Explore the resources that can help you best take advantage of all that Penn State life has to offer.
Upcoming Events and Deadlines
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FALL 2024 |
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Costa Rica Maymester Information Session Join the faculty leaders of the Smeal Costa Rica Maymester program, Scott Collins and Nancy McClure, as they share more information about the course, itinerary and program activities for Summer 2025. |
Wednesday December 4 5:30 PM 120 Business Building |
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Florence Summer Information Session Join the faculty leader of the Smeal Florence Summer study abroad program, IB professor Terrence Guay, as he shares more information about the course, itinerary and program activities for Summer 2025. |
Wednesday December 4 5:00 PM 003 Business Building |
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Business in Central Europe Summer Information Session Join the faculty leader of the Smeal Business in Central Europe program, IB professor Peter Mhando, as he shares more information about the course, itinerary and program activities for Summer 2025. |
Wednesday December 11 5:30 PM 120 Business Building |
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SPRING 2025 |
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Summer & Maymester 2025 Study Abroad Information Session Come join the Strickler Office of International Programs to review study abroad options for Summer and Maymester programs. We will discuss choosing a program, how credits count, application process, scholarships and answer any questions. This info session will be followed by breakout sessions for the various Smeal Study Abroad programs in Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Italy, Singapore and UK. The application deadline is quickly approaching on January 23 – don’t miss this opportunity to earn credits and travel abroad! Please register in advance for any updates or last-minute weather-related changes. |
Tuesday January 14 4:45 – 5:15 PM General Information 5:30 – 6:00 PM Breakout Sessions for Smeal Faculty-led Programs 125 Business Building |
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Education Abroad Virtual 101 Session All students from any Penn State campus are welcome and encouraged to join. The session will begin with a 20-minute presentation on applying to study abroad at Penn State. Immediately following the presentation will be a 10-minute Q&A session. Topics covered include:
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Wednesday January 15 12:30 PM Zoom (registration required) |
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