(AURN News) — The Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) has opened applications for its Frederick Douglass-Daniel O’Connell Global Internship in Ireland for the summer of 2025. The program, now in its second year, offers a transformative opportunity for 12 American college students from diverse backgrounds to immerse themselves in Irish culture while gaining valuable professional experience. Set to run from June 13 to August 9, 2025, the eight-week program provides a comprehensive fellowship that covers all expenses, including airfare and living stipends. Participants will be placed in internships, complete a 6-credit academic seminar, and engage in cultural activities across Dublin, Cork, and Belfast.
The initiative, a collaboration between Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs, the African American Irish Diaspora Network (AAIDN), and CIEE, draws inspiration from Frederick Douglass’ historic visit to Ireland over 175 years ago. During that trip, Douglass met Daniel O’Connell, the renowned Irish reformer known as “The Liberator,” forging a connection that would influence his fight against slavery and for social justice.
Reflecting on her experience in the 2024 cohort, Tianni Carson, a Health Service Administration major from Howard University, described her internship at Elkstone Partners as “one of the most transformative experiences of my life.”
For more information on the Frederick Douglass-Daniel O’Connell Global Internship in Ireland, visit ciee.org/fddo.
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