海角社区

During your 海角社区 Summer in Prague, opt to take a class during the four-week Session 1 or take a class during the four-week Session 2. In addition, you may elect to take the Essential Czech class. You can also extend your studies by enrolling in both Session 1 and Session 2.

SESSION 1 CLASS

This class offers a comprehensive introduction to the foundational concepts, tools, and methodologies necessary for designing and building full-stack web applications. Students will delve into every facet of web development, from mastering user interface (UI) and user experience (UX) design principles to implementing front-end data binding frameworks. Additionally, the curriculum covers the development of back-end API-driven solutions, integrated with advanced database technologies. Through this class, students will possess a robust understanding of how to conceptualize, design, and deploy production-ready web applications. The class structure includes both theoretical study and practical application, involving research, design, and the development of innovative web application projects. (4 U.S. semester credit hours)

If you鈥檝e never studied Czech before, you can take this optional, introductory class in Czech language and culture. By introducing key words and phrases and venturing out into the city to practice them, you鈥檒l gain essential skills to communicate effectively and navigate in a new culture. (1 U.S. semester credit hour)

SESSION 2 CLASS

This class delves into the rapidly evolving landscape of digital marketing and e-commerce, where students explore strategies for leveraging digital channels to drive business growth and customer engagement. From search engine optimization (SEO) and content marketing to social media advertising and e-commerce platforms, students gain practical experience in crafting integrated digital marketing campaigns. Through case studies and industry projects, students develop skills in optimizing digital marketing efforts to reach and convert target audiences effectively. (3 U.S. semester credit hours)

If you鈥檝e never studied Czech before, you can take this optional, introductory class in Czech language and culture. By introducing key words and phrases and venturing out into the city to practice them, you鈥檒l gain essential skills to communicate effectively and navigate in a new culture. (1 U.S. semester credit hour)

Australia Outbound Program
Students enrolled at select Australia universities are invited to participate in this program. The program is open to students of all year levels and all fields. Students will earn 45 contact hours credit; the equivalent of one subject. For more information on the Australia Outbound program, please reach out to us at听australiaoutbound@ifsa-butler.org.

INTERNSHIPS
海角社区 internships include real-world work experience, along with developing intercultural skills and experiences that are key to personal, academic, and professional success. Expect to devote a total of 120 hours working with your host organization, with supervision from your seminar instructor, coordinated by on-site 海角社区 team members. In addition, interns complete the听听for 3 U.S. semester credit hours. Internships are not remunerated.

Students have interned at galleries and museums, business incubators, development agencies, religiously affiliated non-profits, marketing firms, and human rights advocacy groups in Prague.

Your goals are carefully considered, tailoring the placement process to ensure the best possible fit. Keep in mind that final placements depend on your skills, prior experience, and availability. Although every effort is made to match your placement with your preferred field or area of business, it can鈥檛 be guaranteed. Internships are conducted in English.

Application.听After you submit your application, resume, and 海角社区 Internship Intent Form, an 海角社区 Enrollment Counselor and an on-site 海角社区 Team member will work with you to identify your professional strengths, review your goals, and refine your internship interests to establish a match. From there, you鈥檒l have an interview with your potential internship host. You will be provided with tips and resources to prepare for your interview.

Sample Placements.听The following are examples of internships 海角社区 students have recently completed. Placement options vary from term to term.

Organization:听Business, communications, and marketing coaching institution
Potential Projects:听You can assist with operations management, support community management and social media, conduct marketing research, advise on marketing strategies, or develop website content.

Organization:听Non-profit, human rights organization
Potential Projects:听You will engage in international research and write reports to support the fair migration policy project.

Organization:听Not-for-profit legal advocacy institute
Potential Projects:听You may collaborate on event organization, write research reports, and producing and editing content for the institute鈥檚 local and international activities.

Organization:听International business consulting firm
Potential Projects:听You may work in Human Resources assisting with recruitment support; in Marketing supporting communication management market analysis; in Computing reviewing code and helping with in-house software development; or in Finance helping with basic account and payroll services.

Organization:听Language-training company
Potential Projects:听You may review marketing strategies and a campaign for a teacher-training program; produce, edit, and review content for international target audiences in various media; assist with reestablishing alumni engagement; or develop strategy for implementing a new remote learning program.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility

• You must be at least 18 years of age. Students under 18 may be accepted on a case-by-case basis.
• You must be currently attending or recently graduated from a U.S. or Canadian community college, technical college, two-year college, four-year college, or four-year university. Students attending select Australia universities are also eligible.
• You must have completed at least one (1) full-time semester of study at your home institution before the beginning of the term.

Recommendation Letter
Not required.

TRANSCRIPT
Upon completion of your program, 海角社区 will send an official Butler University transcript to your home university with your coursework converted to the U.S. semester credit hour system. You will also have access to an unofficial transcript in your 海角社区 Student Portal. The transcript reflects classes taken, credits attempted, and grades earned during your term abroad. This service is included in your study abroad program at no additional cost. See our听Transcripts听page for more information.