AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for students on this program, with placements and coursework to suit a variety of interests.
If you would like to earn academic credit for your internship and your university does not offer academic credit for your internship, it’s possible that you can receive transfer credit through our School of Record, Fairfield University.
AIFS Abroad interns have the option to receive up to 12 credits during a full summer or semester program, which is done through credit-bearing internships and online coursework. AIFS Abroad is able to share detailed syllabi to both students and advisors upon request.
There is an additional fee for full-time interns to enroll in AIFS Abroad Internship Coursework.
Transcripts will include Fairfield letter grade and credit. Your university academic advisor or study abroad advisor will determine how the credit transfers back for your coursework.
Social Services
This organization operates a community center that provides social services to some of the most vulnerable and isolated men, women, and children in Galway. They also advocate for policy and social change at the local and national level.
Intern tasks may include, but are not limited to:
– Being an onsite resource across 2 drop-in facilities for older members of the community
– Assisting with gardening projects with older members of the community
– Being a resource for the community support team
This organization advocates to achieve a safe support structure for the LGBT+ community in Galway. They provide awareness, educational and training events, and workshops to clients and the community.
Internship tasks may include but are not limited to:
– Assist in planning and organizing community events, workshops, and outreach initiatives that promote inclusion, advocacy, and support for the LGBTI+ community.
– Provide organizational support, including scheduling meetings, managing room bookings, and setup.
– Conduct research on LGBTI+ issues, policies, and best practices, and help prepare materials to support advocacy campaigns and ethical considerations.
– Support set up and launch of the community library.