HIGH SCHOOL START! MICRO-INTERNSHIP PROGRAM
Sage Corps’ High School Start! Program is a micro-internship where you’ll spend 8 days abroad working on a consulting team for a global startup. This program is ideal for students who want global experience and a unique opportunity to stand out on college applications. You’ll do impactful professional work with the option to earn college credit, and explore your host city abroad with a cohort of new lifelong friends.
Program Highlights
Spend one week abroad working with a group of students on a consulting project for a startup
Enjoy included cultural activities throughout the program and a full-day excursion
Students can earn university academic credit from our School of Record
Opt for a February or March program in Barcelona that fits your schedule
Gain a unique global experience that will enhance your college applications
Program Overview
Micro-Internships Explained
During your Start! program you are assigned to small teams to work and engage on a consulting-style project for a startup. The groups usually revolve around marketing, business development, or data analytics. You will have dedicated time to work with your group on the project, including a scheduled rehearsal session before your final presentation to the startup client at the end of the program.
Example Project
Learn how Sage Corps interns helped Amsterdam based startup Finoo on a previous Start! Program. You can read the project brief to learn about the startup and the challenge the group was presented with to research and address. Here is the final presentation with their go-to-market strategy for the US.
How it Works
How does this program work?
Apply on our Website – It’s free to start your application and you can apply in under 10 minutes.
Interview with Sage Corps – We want to learn more about you and see if you are a good fit for the program.
Accept Offer – Selected candidates will receive an offer to join our program. To accept, you will sign our enrollment agreement and make your initial program payment to secure your spot.
Enroll in Skills Academy – You will start hard skill training online in your selected professional track to help prepare you to go abroad and for your professional experience.
Pre-Departure Process – We will prepare you to go abroad. We will book your housing and medical insurance for you. We can help advise students who need visas (non-US passport holders) and recommend flights.
Intern Abroad – Arrive in your host city for the program. You will have a full schedule that includes project work and cultural activities with your cohort and our staff.
Earn Academic Credit – Applicants have the option of enrolling in a 1-credit course to earn university credit and receive a transcript from our School of Record after the program.
Join our Alumni Network – After the program, you will become part of our alumni network with networking and career opportunities.
Eligibility
• 3.0 min GPA to apply*
• Currently enrolled High School student with at least sophomore standing
*If you fall below the GPA requirement you will be asked to provide an additional GPA statement.
Academic Credit
You have the option to receive university academic credit for this program through our School of Record, Trinity. Students need to opt into the 1-credit course and complete all required assignments. There is an additional $300 cost for the transcript.
Note: Academic credit is contingent on the prospective university registrar’s acceptance of the transfer credit from Trinity. Sage Corps cannot guarantee that the university will accept transfer credit.
Health & Safety
Sage Corps closely monitors students’ health and safety during our programming. We work with our international medical insurance provider, the U.S. State Department, and local government authorities alongside our in-country staff to ensure our students’ health and safety.
Learn more about our health and safety protocols here.
Program Dates
February 2024 (Barcelona)
Dec 1 – Application Deadline
Feb 17 – Arrive in Barcelona
Feb 18 – Sage Corps Orientation and Project Introduction
Feb 19– Start Project
Feb 24 – Depart Barcelona
March 2024 (Barcelona)
Jan 5 – Application Deadline
March 23 – Arrive in Barcelona
March 24 – Sage Corps Orientation and Project Introduction
March 25– Start Project
March 30 – Depart Barcelona
Download the Barcelona 2024 Itinerary here.
Pricing & Inclusions
February and March 2024
Program fee (includes housing) $3,899
Program Inclusions
Sage Corps Skills Academy
Resume review
Pre-departure advising
Program housing (hotel rooms)
1-day Orientation
Daily breakfast
5 group dinners
Welcome and final cohort dinner
Project based micro-internship with startup
Medical insurance
Airport transfers during designated arrival window
24/7 local staff support
Optional college credit
An unforgettable time abroad!
Program Itinerary
The High School Start! program condenses our longer 8-week full-time internship program into one week. You will not only gain valuable international work experience but also immerse yourself in your local city through participation in cultural activities with your cohort. You can download the Barcelona 2024 sample itinerary below.
