Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Sophomore
Location: Asia, Taiwan
GPA: 2.75

Program Overview

Location Overview:

Taiwan is an island nation off the coast of mainland China. In the capital city, Taipei, and its surrounding metro area of New Taipei City, students will find around 4 million people in this populated area and one of the world’s largest skyscrapers, the Taipei 101. Outside of the cities, Taiwan also is known for its hills and steep mountains, lush forests, and coastal plains, and port cities. Additionally, students who are enrolled in this program have access to a variety of cultural extracurricular activities such as cooking classes, tea farm day trips, group cycling tours, group hikes, eating tours, and more!

What is GlobalWorks?

GlobalWorks internships are personalized internship programs that bring you out of the country, and into the workplace. We connect academic study with real-world experiences by providing full-time international internship opportunities to UO students in various career fields. Working with local professional internship providers in locations around the world, we provide individualized placements for UO students. Students earn UO credits and life-changing work experience in a different culture. Immerse yourself in a new city, earn UO course credits, and gain professional experience with a GlobalWorks internship.

Internship Career Fields

Why Intern in Taipei?

Interning in Taipei combines access to a thriving tech industry with exposure to a democratic, creative, and highly livable city. It’s a standout destination for students interested in computer science, media, education, or public health. With a growing number of startups and a strong civil society, Taipei offers professional settings that value innovation and collaboration. Outside of work, interns enjoy night markets, efficient public transit, and a welcoming culture. Taipei provides a balance of professional rigor and everyday exploration in a safe and forward-thinking environment.

Dates and Deadlines

Term Year Deadline Arrival Date Departure Date
Winter Quarter 2026 09/01/2025 Mid January Mid March
Spring Quarter 2026 12/01/2025 Early April Late May
Summer 2026 01/15/2026 Mid June Late August
Fall Quarter 2026 05/15/2026 TBA TBA

How to apply: 

Apply to UO GlobalWorks International Internship programs by clicking the “Start an Application.” You can open an application to view all the materials you’ll need before you submit. Late applications may be accepted based on position availability but note that for some terms and locations the program can be very competitive. After review by the University, students will need to interview with our third-party provider for final acceptance. For more information, view the full GlobalWorks application steps here. Note that you only need to submit one application per term for GlobalWorks and can identify alternate locations within the application. 

This program is less than 90 days. Students with a US passport traveling to this location do not require a travel visa for this program. 

If you are not a US Citizen: Notify your GlobalWorks Advisor. Students who are not US citizens should contact the consulate in their country of residence about visa requirements, no matter the duration of the program of study.

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Freeman Internship Fellowship

This program is eligible for a grant up to $6,500 through the Freeman Fellowship. Award amounts are determined by financial need, academic merit, location, budget, and other support, and is contingent upon available scholarship funds. Learn more and apply for the Freeman Internship Fellowship.

Academic Details

Students will enroll in the following courses: 

  1. OGWI 188: Intercultural Communication (1 or 4 credits)
  2. OGWI 488: Internship (8 credits)  

Note: The two courses above are online and asynchronous, and there will not be any in-person lectures. Students can choose the number of credits to take Intercultural Communication for after program acceptance. To learn more about the courses and see how they can potentially apply to your degree, visit the GlobalWorks Courses and Credits page. 

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Housing Description

Interns who go to Taipei will be offered fully vetted accommodations by the local intern provider. The convenient, safe, and comfortable accommodations are fully furnished living spaces with hi-speed WiFi. Accommodations are strategically located to ensure a commute of less than an hour, enhancing convenience and work-life balance. Easy access to public transport also means interns are able to explore nearby local cultural offerings and amenities while simplifying commutes, overall enriching the internship experience. 

Budget and Price

GlobalWorks Internship in Taipei, Taiwan

2025 Summer

Program Fees Paid to GEO
Tuition & Fees (9 or 12 credits) $4,125
Housing $3,515
Other Estimated Expenses
Estimated Local Airfare $1,700
Estimated Food and Personal Expenses $2,000
Estimated Local Transportation $300
Estimated Travel Nurse / Immunizations $50
Total
Total Estimated Expenses $12,090

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
At Time of Committment

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable deposit. Deposit is refunded if student is not initially accepted by the provider.
60 - 40 days before program start

Student is responsible for 50% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Less than 40 days before program start

Student is responsible for 100% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

2026 Spring Quarter

Program Fees Paid to GEO
UO Study Abroad Fee $500
Tuition & Fees (9 or 12 credits) $3,950
Insurance $175
Housing $3,515
Other Estimated Expenses
Estimated Local Airfare $1,700
Estimated Food and Personal Expenses $1,800
Estimated Local Transportation $200
Estimated Travel Nurse / Immunizations $50
Total
Total Estimated Expenses $12,040

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
At Time of Committment

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable deposit. Deposit is refunded if student is not initially accepted by the provider.
60 - 40 days before program start

Student is responsible for 50% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Less than 40 days before program start

Student is responsible for 100% of the program costs and any additional fees accrued.
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

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