Virtual Internships Program at SRISA
SRISA VIRTUAL STUDIES OPPORTUNITIES
- 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
DISCIPLINES AVAILABLE
- ART HISTORY
- BUSINESS & MARKETING
- DIGITAL MARKETING
- ENGLISH
- FASHION DESIGN
- FASHION MERCHANDISING
- FINE ARTS
- GRAPHIC DESIGN
- HUMANITIES
- INTERIOR DESIGN
- INTERACTIVE MEDIA DESIGN
AVAILABLE INTERNSHIPS
- 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)
More internships are available and students are encouraged to apply by indicating their preference for placement.
WHAT WE PROVIDE
- 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.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE
- 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.
DATES & FEES
Spring 2021 (January 15 - April 30)
- Application deadline EXTENDED: December 15, 2020
- Tuition deadline EXTENDED: January 1, 2021
- Application fee: $70
- Program Deposit: $300
- Tuition per 3 credit virtual course or virtual internship: $1,500
- Maryville Transcript: $250 (optional)
Summer 2021 (June 1 - July 15)
- Application deadline: March 15, 2021
- Tuition deadline: April 15, 2021
- Application fee: $70
- Program Deposit: $300
- Tuition per 3 credit virtual course or virtual internship: $1,500
- Maryville Transcript: $200 (optional)
Fall 2021 (September 6 - December 16)
- Application deadline: July 1, 2021
- Tuition deadline: July 30, 2021
- Application fee: $70
- Program Deposit: $300
- Tuition per 3 credit virtual course or virtual internship: $1,500
- Maryville Transcript: $250 (optional)