Accredited Virtual Internships

Virtual Internships Program at SRISA

Students will develop and demonstrate a diverse, up-to-date set of skills that are of high value to future employers
Students will have crucial on field experience in a different culture, while reducing the financial barriers that study abroad can present
Students will always be mentored and guided by a SRISA professor, (in all 3 virtual courses) even when they will interact with the real professional world/clients
Student can boost their global employability remotely
Students will get in direct contact with International companies, entities, artists and educators
Students can give a great boost to their resume

English tutor for middle school and high school Italian students (In collaboration with various public and private Italian schools in Florence) -English Majors only
Black History Month Florence: Multiple positions available
SRISA graphic design & marketing internship
Artist Assistant: students will be paired with a local Italian artist or artisan and will work on editing English text, social media and doing on-line research
Castello di Poppi (Poppi Castle): Social-Media, Marketing
Poggio di Dante, Agriturismo: Social-media and web marketing & Graphic Design, https:// www.facebook.com/fattoriapoggiodidante/
Uashmama: Digital marketing and Social Media campaigns - (https://uashmama.com)
I love my dog: Digital marketing and Social Media campaigns (www.ilovemydog.it/en)
Villa Petriolo Tuscany: Digital marketing and Social Media campaigns (www.villapetriolotuscany.com)
Mani del sud - Luxury Accessories , www.manidelsud.it, fashion Merchandizing
Michele Chiocciolini -Luxury Accessories , www.michelechiocciolini.com fashion Merchandizing
Stile Biologico – Fine Sustainable fashion, www.stilebiologicofirenze.simplesite.com fashion Merchandizing
Flora Lastraioli - Luxury Sleepwear and lingerie, www.floralastraioli.com fashion Merchandizing
Cuoio Officine - Luxury Accessories , www.cuoiofficine.com fashion Merchandizing
The Student Hotel, Marketing Department (6 credits -240 hours)

Pre-internship assistance to find the perfect match for your interests, skills and experience.
120-240 direct work experience hours.
Over-site of internship by a SRISA staff or Faculty to act as a liaison between the business and the intern, making sure that objectives are being met.
3 professional workshops on writing a resumé & CV, US vs. Europe business etiquette and interviewing skills & public speaking.
Pre-Internship preparatory meetings by SRISA staff or faculty.
3-6 credit SRISA transcript and optional Maryville University transcript.
Bi-weekly check-in with SRISA faculty or staff for discussion and goal achievement assessment.

To enroll, complete the Virtual Program Application Form.
Submit your current transcript to admissions@srisa.org (minimum 2.5 GPA required)
2 letters of recommendation from a past employer or professor
Resumé or CV listing past work experience and skills
Cover letter indicating the preferred internship placement
Availability is limited and students will be placed based on their skill level
Italian Language proficiency is not required
Internships will be conducted virtually, therefore students must have access to a computer and internet connection to participate.

Spring 2021 (January 15 - April 30)

Summer 2021 (June 1 - July 15)

Fall 2021 (September 6 - December 16)