Â鶹ÊÓƵ Career Accelerator
Get a head start on life after college with a supercharged semester abroad
What could you do with your degree? Find out in some of Europe’s most fascinating cities.
Develop the skills employers seek and the tools you’ll need to make things happen in the workplace and the world — all while you explore a city rooted in rich history, yet looking toward the future.
You’ve found the field that grabs your interest. Now what? Learn about career possibilities and prepare to land a meaningful role when you graduate, with an Â鶹ÊÓƵ Career Accelerator semester abroad.
What makes our Career Accelerators stand out? Learn more.
Prague Tech Career Accelerator
This specialized program makes it easy for computer science students to stay on track with critical coursework, explore career directions, gain skills employers are looking for, and get all the benefits that come with study abroad.
With architectural beauty, an English-friendly environment, a central European location, and a relatively low cost of living, it’s no wonder Prague draws students of many types. Computer science students have their own reasons to head to the City of One Hundred Spires, from its dynamic tech ecosystem to its inspiring legacy of resiliency.
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HBCU students: Enroll in this program with a cohort of peers from HBCU schools for a groundbreaking study abroad experience, created to drive your successful career! Grants available. Learn more.Ìý
London Biosciences Career Accelerator
Home of a flourishing biotech and life science industry, London is the ideal place to get to know your options and draw fresh inspiration. And with Â鶹ÊÓƵ’s emphasis on intercultural agility, you’ll also gain skills to help you thrive in a multinational environment.
As you learn and grow, London is sure to captivate, from Big Ben to Buckingham Palace, and West End theatres to the East End’s Brick Lane Market.
Watch these videos to see the benefits of this program’s core class, Leadership Development for the Biosciences Sector:
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HBCU students: Enroll in this program with a cohort of peers from HBCU schools for a groundbreaking study abroad experience, created to drive your successful career! Grants available. Learn more.Ìý
London Health Sciences Career Accelerator
Take a giant step toward an exciting future in health with Â鶹ÊÓƵ in London, a sophisticated, multicultural city known for excellence in health care and medical research. Whether you’re following a premedical track or studying public health, this program will help you explore career options, gain hands-on experience, and build professional skills that will set your resume apart.
Time to explore London’s icons and excursions to magical places beyond the city complete your UK adventure.
Learn how this specialized program can propel you toward a great career in health.
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Barcelona International Business Career Accelerator
Anchored by thousands of multinational companies and a start-up scene that’s second only to Berlin’s, Barcelona is a banquet of opportunities to help you kick start your global career. And as a major in international business, marketing, or management, we’ll help you feast on them!
This unique program sets you up for success in three ways. Explore options to help you make an informed career choice. Expand required knowledge with quality academics. And gain the intangibles (like confidence and problem solving) with memorable learning experiences employers notice.
As you delve into a business landscape that spans from fintech to fashion, you’ll also build the cultural agility required for today’s global economy. And it’s not all work! Get to know Spanish and Catalan customs (old and young), improve your Spanish language skills, soak up tapas culture, and deepen your understanding of world treasures created by giants like Gaudi and Picasso.
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Why Career Accelerator?
See how our Career Accelerator programs provide paths to meaningful jobs and make your resume stand out.
Discover every option.
Learn all the possibilities that come with your degree — and be free to make big decisions with confidence.
Gain industry insights.
Get insider knowledge you won’t find in a classroom with company visits and discussions with leaders.
Tackle a challenge project.
Team up with peers to solve real-world issues presented by local companies. As part of the development of products and processes, your work has meaningful impact and provides valuable professional experience.
Build global skills.
From problem solving to intercultural agility, gain skills you’ll need to lead and collaborate with a diverse group of colleagues.
Establish an international network.
Create valuable connections as you meet leaders and peers in your field.
Earn credits.
Stay on track for graduation while you take charge of your future.
What Makes Career Accelerator Programs Different?
| Â鶹ÊÓƵ Career Accelerators | Standard Â鶹ÊÓƵ Programs | |
| Industry immersion in global hubs | √ | |
| Industry-specific group challenge projects | √ | |
| Leadership & professional skill development | √ | |
| Industry-specific expert insights | √ | |
| Professional networking | √ | |
| Classes that fulfill major requirements | √ | |
| Intercultural and language skill development | √ | √ |
| Quality academics | √ | √ |
| Options for internships, directed research & volunteering | √ | √ |
| Curated cultural excursions & activities with guided reflection | √ | √ |
| Health & safety insurance and support | √ | √ |
| Housing | √ | √ |
| Predeparture & onsite support | √ | √ |
| Access to scholarships & grants | √ | √ |
| International experience | √ | √ |
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Wondering if Career Accelerator is right for you? Talk to a friendly Â鶹ÊÓƵ Enrollment Counselor. Tell us about yourself, your goals, and your needs, and we’ll help you find the perfect study abroad experience.
