Global Travel Opportunities

CIEE Global Navigator Program (summer study abroad)

Application deadline: January 15

If you need help with the application, please see the CIEE application help page, which has detailed instructions for every task. CIEE is a nonprofit study abroad organization that has been around for 75 years. There are more than 30 amazing destinations around the world that you can visit for 3-4 weeks in the summer.

There are language immersion programs in which you immerse yourself in the local scene while you improve your fluency in Spanish, French, Japanese or other languages. There are also programs that focus on service learning where you can work with a community on global issues such as climate change, social justice, or youth mentorship.

Grow your leadership skills and earn up to 50 service hours! Ingraham is part of the CIEE Global Navigator School Network and we have access to over $25,000 in CIEE scholarships for students each year.

National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y)

Summer or year-long study abroad and virtual program – Free

The U.S. Department of State’s National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) program was launched in 2006 to promote critical language learning among American youth. The U.S. Department of State, in cooperation with American Councils for International Education, awards and administers merit-based scholarships to high school students for participation in summer and academic year immersion programs in locations where the eight NSLI-Y languages are spoken. NSLI-Y immerses participants in the cultural life of the host community, giving them formal and informal language practice and sparking a lifetime interest in foreign languages and cultures. Participants receive intensive language instruction, live with a host family for all or part of the program, and participate in a variety of cultural activities. Sample daily schedule.

Learn more about the application process. The application deadline for this year’s NSLI-Y program is November 4th at 1:00 PM.

Amigos – Summer volunteer programs in Latin America

AMIGOS programs provide a unique opportunity to experience a new culture as a local, not a tourist. Volunteers report increased fluency in Spanish after going through our program. Activities go far beyond the classroom — you’ll lead activities in Spanish, learn local slang, and increase your confidence with real-world practice.

Apply for Amigos summer volunteer program

What you’ll do:

Go beyond travel and become part of a new community
Make real friendships that last a lifetime
Volunteer and learn about ethical service
Improve your Spanish by using it in everyday conversation
Experience a new culture
Earn 24+ service hours
Gain confidence and leadership skills that prepare you for college and beyond!
Earn two college credits on 3+ week projects

The Experiment in International Living

Travel through Germany and visit Belgium and Luxembourg as you learn about international politics and gain fascinating insights into the European Union in the Germany: International Relations & The E.U. program.
Study Japanese through intensive language training and exciting activities. Explore vibrant Tokyo neighborhoods and stay with a host family in a different region in the Japan: Japanese Language & Culture program.
Work with a local organization and learn about Africa’s tangible and imagined histories as you earn college credit and prepare for your future career in the Ghana: Internship Contemporary Art & Culture program.
And more! Learn more and apply for the Experiment in International Living.