By studying abroad, you'll experience new perspectives, learn how to navigate different cultures, work with diverse peers and communicate in other languages.

If you’re looking to dive into hands-on research in a new and exciting setting, many of our partner universities provide opportunities to perform research during the semester or the summer.

Global Business Programs provide exciting opportunities for you to expand your education in an international setting alongside fellow Clarkson students. These two- to three-week faculty-led programs typically take place at the end of the spring semester as the culmination of a semester-long course that provides cultural and business context. Trips include a mix of business site visits and cultural experiences. Past destinations have included Southeast Asia (Singapore and Thailand), Africa (Uganda and Kenya), South America (Argentina and Chile), Australia, Italy, Germany and Canada (weeklong trips).

Students who are actively engaged in specific on-campus clubs and organizations may have the opportunity to participate in an international service learning trip through their club with fellow members. These trips, led by faculty, typically take place during school breaks.

For a semester in Washington, D.C., students take 12 credit hours worth of classes through American University and can participate in internships at places like the World Bank, NBC, Greenpeace and Homeland Security or serve as legislative aids to members of Congress.

The New York State Assembly offers two internship programs. The Assembly Session Internship offers juniors and seniors a chance to participate in state government and the legislative process through a well-structured practical learning experience. The Assembly Graduate Internship provides a professional development opportunity for graduate students to serve as full-time staff during the legislative session, assisting in policy analysis, legislative research, communications and constituent services.