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Eligible for 8th grade*
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
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Germany & Sweden

The Future of Transportation

June 19 — July 6
$8,290 + airfare

Germany & Sweden

The Future of Transportation

June 19 — July 6
$8,290 + airfare

Travel to Germany and Sweden this summer and dive into the history of the automobile industry in these two influential countries, and witness how tech and automotive companies are propelling us into the electrified and autonomous future. Learn about automation and design with visits to Volkswagen, BMW, and Volvo factory headquarters, and see their current and future electric vehicles. Meet with experts and industry professionals in the worlds of electrified transport, charging systems, and autonomous driving; and explore careers related to engineering, automotive design, and urban planning.

• Explore the future of the auto industry with visits to VW, BMW, and Volvo
• Meet professionals in automotive engineering and design
• Meet with engineers developing electrified and self-driving cars
• Explore the Gothenburg archipelago of southern Sweden
“Our leaders did a great job putting our activities into perspective and encouraging us to take initiative to seek future internship opportunities.”
—Kedhar B., Wayne, NJ
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Expert

An Expert joins each Career program for a portion of the itinerary, lending their insights and perspectives to the experience.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

Itinerary

This itinerary represents our best projection of the group’s schedule. However, we may implement changes designed to improve the quality of the program.

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Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

Featured

Leaders

Meet some of our featured leaders. Please note that these may not be your leaders for the program. 

What to Expect

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What to Expect

Review specific program expectations here. For more general information:

A Day in the Life: Berlin​

Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Berlin.

A Day in the Life:
Berlin​

Due to the traveling nature of this student program abroad, each day is different. Here is a snapshot of a day in Berlin.
“Jessie came home feeling inspired, engaged, curious, and enthusiastic about the upcoming school year and their future.”
—Corrina & Peter B., Yardley, PA
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This Program is Directed by

John Ralston

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

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This Program is Directed by

John Ralston

If you have questions or would like to talk further about this program, please get in touch!

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

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Eligible for 8th grade*​
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
Grades 7&8​
Grades 7&8​
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8​
Germany & Sweden
The Future of Transportation

2024 Dates
June 19 — July 6

Duration
18 days

Tuition
$8,290 + airfare

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York


 

Additional Info

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

 

2024 Dates
June 19 — July 6

Duration
18 days

Tuition
$8,290 + airfare


 

Eligibility
Currently* in grades 9–12
*Your grade as of the day you apply

Typical Group
16–18 students, 2 leaders

Group Flight
Departs from New York

 

Questions? Visit our FAQ or call us at (802) 387-5000

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