For the 2025 Douglass-O'Connell Global Internship (formerly known as the Frederick Douglass Global Fellowship), 12 exceptional student leaders will be selected for a transformative eight-week summer internship program in Dublin, Ireland, during which they will expand their understanding of Irish history and culture while gaining practical work experience.

Application Deadline: November 29, 2024 

Eligibility: 

  • Be a current undergraduate freshman, sophomore, or junior from an accredited institution
  • Have a minimum GPA of 3.0
  • Be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or permanent resident
  • Be Pell Grant-eligible
  • Submit a complete application no later than November 29, 2024 

Award: While on the program, the 2025 Douglass-O’Connell Global Interns will be placed in an immersive internship with an Irish organization and participate in a 6-credit academic internship seminar. Students will also explore the legacies of Frederick Douglass and Daniel O’Connell as successful businessmen and leaders of social change. Co-sponsored by CIEE, Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs, and the African American Irish Diaspora Network (AAIDN), the program award covers the full program cost, airfare, housing, field trips, and an academic course taught by CIEE. Meals and recreational activities are not covered. Students will also receive a stipend while on the program.

Duration of Program: June 13, 2025 - August 9, 2025.

To Apply:

Please follow THIS link to the external application.  

You must complete the application by November 29, 2024. We suggest that you request your letter of recommendation well in advance of the deadline. You must secure this recommendation from a faculty member or administrator who is familiar with you and your leadership skills. Additionally, we suggest you complete your video submission early, as it is a critical component of the selection process.

Timeline for Response

Douglass-O’Connell Global Interns will be announced in early January 2025.

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The program pays tribute to Frederick Douglass’ transformative experience visiting Ireland more than 175 years ago, when Douglass was embraced by the Irish people and met the famous Irish reformer, Daniel O’Connell. This immersive opportunity celebrates their exceptional contributions to society and their notable business acumen, inspiring young professionals to emulate their success and apply their principles in the modern world. Students seeking a rich international experience that combines real-world work experience in Ireland with an exciting overview of Irish history and culture are encouraged to apply. Join us in Dublin for a summer of growth, learning, and the pursuit of a better, more inclusive world.In 1991, Carl Biehl, C’32, made a donation that began the Biehl International Research Fellowship, due to his deep interest in international affairs.

Questions? Contact the Office of Global Citizenship at global@sewanee.edu