Pagoda Projects - Award-Winning Internships and Sustainable Global Experiences

Plan ahead for international travel resuming and programs re-opening. Get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Pagoda Projects run online internships, internships abroad and university study tours in 25+ international locations

Their internships are underpinned by structured learning outcomes, opportunities for personal and professional development, and engagement with a global community of interns and businesses. All this and a truly unforgettable international experience, with personalised support every step of the way.

They collaborate with leading universities, government bodies and professional organisations to facilitate unbeatable international programming via innovative in-person, online and blended experiences.

Please visit the Pagoda Projects website for further details and application links

Program overview

Pagoda works with hundreds of companies around the world, from big crypto consultancies to sustainability start-ups. All host organisations are vetted to the highest standards to ensure they can provide consistently high-quality internships for all students, at the right academic level.

Their 6-12 week internships will give you genuine experience working for a global organisation.

  • Destinations: UK, Spain, Portugal, China, Vietnam and Thailand
  • Over 1,000 internships available in 40+ sectors
  • Accommodation + airport pick-up service
  • In-country orientations and outstanding support
  • Organised trips, dinners and networking events
  • Skills courses and language classes

Cost: Will vary from program to program

For further details see the financial information tab.

Dates: 1 Jan 2024 - 31 Dec 2024

Applications

Open: 1 Jan 2025

Close: 1 Jan 2026

Apply now!

What's next?

  • Contact your Course Director to see if this program can count towards your degree
  • Apply for the program through the host partner
  • Contact Charles Sturt Global to register your program and apply for funding
  • Start preparing for  your program!

If you have any questions be sure to reach out to the Global team for answers.

Partner website

Pagoda Projects

Academic Recognition

Please ensure you discuss any internship program you would like to participate in with your Course Director.  Academic recognition may be available as part of work integrated learning course requirements with prior approval from your Course Director.

Financial Information

Program cost

Will vary from program to program

Funding

Students may be eligible to apply for a Vice-Chancellor Travel Grant.

If you’re studying in a Commonwealth supported place you may be eligible for OS-HELP.

Program costs include

    Inclusions will vary from program but could include:

  • Placement costs
  • Accommodation for the duration of the program
  • In-country transport (including airport transfers) and transit for official program activities.

Program costs exclude

  • Flights to and from your the program host country
  • Visas
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Charles Sturt subject fees

Pre-departure

All participants will be required to complete mandatory pre-departure requirements. This includes the provision and completion of the following

  • Flight Itinerary*:  submit a copy of your E-ticket .
  • Travel Insurance*:  ensure you have the appropriate medical and travel insurance from the day you leave Australia until the day you return.  You must submit a copy of your certificate of insurance and your Product Disclosure Statement (PDS). At a minimum your insurance must include:
    • Medical Expenses $500,000
    • Repatriation Expenses $15,000
    • Personal Liability $1,000,000
    • 24hr Emergency Assistance Included
    • COVID 19 cover
  • Passport:  submit a copy of the photo page of your passport
  • Pre-departure modules: You will be registered for online pre-departure training once we approve your application
  • Registration with World Travel Assist: The app provides immediate access to 24-hour emergency medical assistance (in the event that your own insurer is unavailable), security alerts and detailed country reports.
  • Student Declaration form: This will be provided with your acceptance email.

Learning about so many different cultures and meeting such a different group of people is something you can’t experience in classrooms here. Everyone was there for the same reasons; a love of learning, love of travel and curiosity. These things bound us all together.

Michael Jago, Program Participant

Enquiries

Further enquiries regarding the application process should be directed to:

Charles Sturt Global

Phone: +61 2 6338 4021
Email: csuglobal@csu.edu.au

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