e3 Berlin

City: Berlin Country: Germany 

Overview

The ¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥’s e3 Berlin program is your ticket to one of Europe’s most vibrant cities, where history and modernity blend seamlessly. Berlin is a city buzzing with energy—a place where young people from around the world come to innovate, create, and connect. 

e3 offers the flexibility to design your adventure in Berlin, combining rigorous academics with practical internships that bring your studies to life. From exploring the latest in tech and business to diving into Berlin’s legendary arts scene, e3 Berlin offers an experience unlike any other—one that’s as dynamic and multifaceted as the city itself.

e3 Berlin combines:

  • German language study
  • Academic coursework
  • Internship placement (work or research) when you sign up for a language or academic class

"I would absolutely recommend the e3 program. It changes your perspective on the world and the impact of the trip is not confined to the 1, 2, or 3 months you spend abroad, but will continue to change you while you're back at home" e3 Berlin participant

When Can I Go?

Terms Offered: Spring, Summer

 U of A Application Status: Closed
   Deadline: Feb. 10, 2026

        e3 Internships: Nov. 17, 2025

Dates & Duration:

  • Module I (German language):

    • Language Course
      • TBD

  • Module II (Academic Courses): 

    • Academic Course 1
      • TBD
    • Academic Course 2
      • TBD

  • Module III (Internship with language or academic class):

    • Internship
      • May-August*
    • Please have your initial resume ready when applying on Horizons!

*Internship dates vary based on host organization

Eligibility Requirements

Open to: All Faculties

Level: Undergraduate / Graduate 

GPA: Minimum cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 in the terms with your 24 most recently completed credits, faculty-specific requirements or partner university requirements, whichever is highest

See more detailed Eligibility Requirements here.

Fees & Costs

★ TBD for 2026

Nomination Fee: $250

Program Fee: TBD

 PROGRAM TOTAL: LINK to Fee Explanation

Fees are subject to change without notice. Students are responsible for their own travel, visa fees, insurance, books and supplies, food, entertainment, and incidental expenses.

Other Expenses: Housing, food, entertainment, etc. 

Budget Calculator:

Program Information

Language of Instruction: English, German

Note: Module III (Internship) cannot be taken independently. Module III must be combined with either Module I (German Language Studies) and/or Module II (Academic Courses).

Module I: German Language Studies 

Language Course: TBD

Dates: May

Module II: Academic Courses

Academic Course 1: TBD

Dates: TBD

Academic Course 2: TBD

Dates: TBD

Module III: Internship: May-August*

ENSURE YOU HAVE ENROLLED IN A LANGUAGE OR ACADEMIC CLASS BEFORE STARTING THE INTERNSHIP PROCESS

*Dates approved by internship provider

Students may take up to three modules. The amount students pay depends on the number of components students participate in.

Internships

  • Upload a preliminary résumé with your initial application so our team can better understand your skills, interests, and potential placement options.

Housing

Students are responsible for finding and securing their housing once accepted into the program. EA will share a webpage curated by our on-site coordinator with some great tips!

"I interned with an international school and got to lead large groups of children in sports, act as a mediator for conflict, provide clear instructions for activities, and facilitate discussions. I learned to communicate across different languages, time management skills, and conflict resolution." e3 Berlin 2017 participant

 Program Contact

¾ÅÐãÖ±²¥ International, Education Abroad

Deadlines

Funding Opportunities 

Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.

Over 80% of students who apply get funding.

Education Abroad Awards