Abroad101: Study Abroad Reviews

Memories for a lifetime! Past Review

By (Virginia Commonwealth University / VCU) - abroad from 02/04/2017 to 04/14/2017 with

The Intern Group: Melbourne Internship Placement Program

What did you gain/learn from your experience abroad? Was it worthwhile?
All worthwhile!

Personal Information

How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? 6 months+

Review Your Program

* Overall educational experience

Academic rigor, intensity, resources, etc.

* Host Country Program Administration

On-site administration of your program

* Housing:

How satisfied were you with your living arrangements?

* Food:

* Social & Cultural Integration:

How integrated did you feel with the local culture?

* Health Care:

How well were health issues addressed during the program?

* Safety:

If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? Yes

I'm finishing up my last week of internship experience in Melbourne and if I could, I would go back to day one and start again! I've had an unbelievable time here! The internship program linked me up with amazing friends who have an incredible outlook and zest for life! The Intern Group made it possible and easy to move across the world, gain work experience, explore another culture/city/country and make unforgettable memories with new friends. My placement company was a great match and they have helped me connect with other companies for potential job opportunities back home!

Finances

* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?

(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost)

Language

* Did your program have a foreign language component? No

Other Program Information

* Where did you live?

Select all that apply

  • Dorm
  • Other
  • Apartment
* Who did you live with?

Select all that apply

  • International Students
  • Other
* Who did you take classes with?

Select all that apply

  • International Students
About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with?

A Look Back

* What did you like most about the program?
  • Automatic friends to share the experience with
  • Ability to travel around Australia
  • Placement company in the field I hope to continue work in back home
* What could be improved?
  • Room for improvements in accomodation
* What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? I only wish I knew how long my daily commute would actually be!

Reasons For Studying Abroad

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The Outright Urbanite
A social butterfly, you're happiest in bustling cities with hip people, and took advantage of all it had to offer. You enjoyed the nightlife, and had fun going out dancing, and socializing with friends. Fun-loving and dressed to the nines, you enjoyed discovering new restaurants, shops, cafes, and bars in your host country.