This course is designed to equip CALS Global Fellows with the tools and knowledge to be prepared, effective, and cross-culturally competent during their summer internship placement. The course will encourage students to critically reflect on the objectives of an engaged experience and how it can influence academic and personal development. We will explore the invisible boundaries of working in global business, and NGO settings and examine cultural intelligence and cross-cultural dynamics, encouraging students to develop as future leaders in a variety of environments. Please anticipate at least four hours of additional group and individual time that includes meetings and/or consultations with program leadership, partners across campus, including past Global Fellows; and with the Global Fellows office team.

Outcome 1
Describe oneself and others relative to strengths and NACE competencies.

Outcome 2
Reflect critically on their internship as a tool for making meaning.

Outcome 3
Plan for responding to emotional triggers and how to advocate for oneself.

Outcome 4
Evaluate and examine the host organization, internship position, and region/country.

Outcome 5
Locate and employ resources that address individual health and safety abroad.

Outcome 6
Discuss and apply selected strategies and tools that address a variety of challenges of entering and working in a new setting.

Outcome 7
Define and describe professional, personal, and intercultural learning goals, and identify the avenues to meet these.