CSU Chico offers a robust study abroad program with 82 approved locations in 34 countries and provides opportunities for professional internships in various fields including public relations and marketing. In the 2009-10 academic year, the program had 319 participants and also facilitated internships for students to gain valuable work experience and networking opportunities. Interns are required to fulfill specific service hours and are encouraged to engage in roles that align with their academic interests.

1. Student Staff &
Internships
Chico State
Study Abroad

2.  Public institution
 14,000 undergrads
 Study Abroad reports to Provost Office
 82 approved locations in 34 countries
 100 % financial aid applies
 Ranked third in the nation for MA granting
institutions sending students on long term
programs (Open Doors 2008-09)
CSU, Chico Overview

3. Professional Education Abroad
Staff at Chico & Population Served
Professional Staff:
 Study Abroad Coordinator
 Study Abroad Adviser
 Administrative Support Coordinator
Population Served:
 319 study abroad participants in 2009-10 (less than
50 on short-term summer programs)
 41 incoming J-1 students in 2009-10
 74 unpaid student interns for 2009-10
 Five paid student assistants

4.  Ask Me Where I've Been!

5. Student Leadership Positions
Available to Study Abroad Alumni
 (2) Administrative support (10-20 hours/week)
 (1) Marketing & Recruitment Coordinator (20
hours/week)
 (1) Internship Coordinator (20 hours/week)
 (1) Special Events Coordinator (receives academic
credit through the Department of Recreation)
 (1) Culture, Conversation and Cuisine (CCC)
program coordinator (10 hours/week, often
voluntary)
Green = paid position

6. Unpaid Internships Available to
Study Abroad Alumni
 (2) Special Events Planning
 (5-8) Marketing & Recruitment
 (20-40) International Mentors
 (2) Public Relations
 (12) Peer Advising

7. What Are Your Interns
Getting Out of This?
 Resume builder
Picture this entry on your resume:
Study Abroad Special Events Planning Internship
CSU, Chico
School of Graduate, International and Interdisciplinary Studies
(Spring 2009)
 Valuable work experience
Gain hands-on experience in a field that interests you!

8. What else Are They Getting
Out of This?
 International Internship credit on your transcript
 Campus involvement: Interaction with Students
(international and domestic), Faculty & Staff
 Possibility of landing a job with the study abroad
office or other international organization (networking)
 Ability to use Coordinator as references on future job
applications
 An opportunity to share your experience with future
study abroad students!!

9. Basic Requirements
for all Study Abroad Interns
 30 hours of service during the semester per unit
Equivalent to two hours per week, plus one hour at orientation
**PEER ADVISORS must commit to 60 hours of service (2 units)
 Keep an updated time log of service hours
 Write a two page summary of your experience at the
end of the semester
 Complete mandatory projects and attend events
 Be prompt, responsible and enthusiastic

10. How do students choose which
internship to apply for?
The following internships were designed for students
who wish to gain professional experience in a field
related to their major or minor:
 Public Relations
 Marketing and Recruitment
 Special Events Planning

11. Public Relations
 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cpcj4nIR5To

12.  Write articles and press releases for :
 ‘Student Spotlight’ on the Study Abroad Website
 Orion, Synthesis, and other local newspapers
 International Program updates (e-mailing)
 Press Releases
 Promotion of International Education Week (IEW)
 Design and implement internship-specific project
 Serve as student liaison on Communication and
Networking Internationalization Task Force at
Chico State, & give regular reports to Mike and
Tasha
Internship options
Public Relations

13. Marketing & Recruitment

14. Marketing & Recruitment
 Help promote study abroad (including IEW)
 Sit at Study Abroad Booths on campus and at fairs
 Give class presentations on your study abroad experience
 Design and implement special project
 Plaster campus with promotional posters
 Hand out & post flyers for special events
 Write info session blurbs on white boards
 Come up with creative marketing ideas
 Serve as student liaison to one of the following Internationalization Task Groups
at Chico State: the Advancement/Fundraising group or International Service-
Learning and Internships group, and give reports to Mike and Tasha.
Internship options

15. Special Event Planning

16.  Help plan and implement International Education
Week
 Help plan and implement all Study Abroad events
(create agenda, set up, meet-and-greet, clean up)
 Prepare for and work at the pre-departure orientation
(meet & greet, trouble-shooting, serve as panelists)
 Provide support to the Culture, Conversation and
Cuisine (CCC) program coordinator and attend events
 Serve as student liaison to the Integrating International
Students task force at Chico State, and report to MorT
Internship options
Special Event Planning

17. Peer Advising

18. Peer Adviser Program
 The Peer Advising program was designed for
students who wish to develop life skills in the
areas of interpersonal communications,
advising, teaching, and psychology.
Internship options

19.  Conduct weekly office hours in OIE (3
hours/week), advising students in region
 Attend weekly peer advising workshop
 Advise outbound students in their region
 Serve as liaison to Area Studies Coordinator
and/or major/minor advisors.
 Attend the pre-departure orientation
Internship options
Peer Advising

20. International Mentor Program
 The International Mentor Program was
designed to enable students to further
develop their intercultural communication
skills while providing support and friendship
to international exchange students in Chico.
Internship options

21.  Provide friendship and support to semester or yearlong
international student.
 Grocery and other shopping
 Fun without alcohol events (i.e. weekly coffee date)
 Visits to DMV, post office, bookstore, etc.
 Available via e-mail, Facebook, and phone for ???
 Help with English language skills when applicable
 Invite to friends and family when appropriate
 Attend three International Mentor Events with buddy
 Attend the pre-departure orientation
 Serve as student liaison to the Integrating International
Students task force at Chico State, and report to MorT
Internship options
Mentors