Professional Development and Career Support

The Global Higher Education program offers a comprehensive, embedded professional development program that helps students launch and advance their careers.

As a student, you will:

Receive personalized career advising
Take part in workshops on job application and interview preparation
Engage in individual career coaching tailored to your goals.

We also provide structured opportunities for students to build their professional networks through internships, alumni connections, and partnerships with higher education organizations.

This integrated approach to career development leads to our graduates’ strong job placement and future success.

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Internship to Gain Work Experience

Students are expected to complete a minimum of 80 hours of internship or practicum in the fields of higher education or international higher education administration and leadership.

Most students find on-campus part-time jobs either on their own or with our help. We encourage students to find on-campus, part-time employment at units such as Study Abroad, International Students Services, Admissions Office, International Internship Program, and other units at UW–Madison. If you are unable to find an internship, we will work with units on and off campus to help find a position or practicum site.

Internships and part-time positions students have held:

Study Abroad Event & Outreach Coordinator, UW–Madison
International Student Services Peer Advisor, UW–Madison
Advising and Coordination Graduate Assistant, UW–Madison International Internship Program
Marketing and Social Media Assistant, UW-Madison Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Student Services Project Assistant, UW–Madison College of Engineering
Student Program Advisor, Intercultural Exchange Center of Madison College.
Evaluation Assistant, One Earth International Credential Evaluations

Balancing Work and Study

Students may work while they are enrolled in the Global Higher Education program. We encourage you to find a part-time job on campus.

Our courses are primarily offered during evenings, with class starting at either 4:40 or 7:15 p.m.

Please be aware that the three-semester program is intensive and that many courses are only offered once per year.