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At Calvin, your learning won't be bound to the four walls of the classroom—or even the campus’s suburban corner of Grand Rapids. Go beyond expectations in an internship or off-campus study program.

Internship opportunities

Spend a semester (or longer!) gaining relevant experience right here in Grand Rapids—or anywhere in the world. Some favorite internships of past urban studies students:

Non-Calvin programs

Chicago Semester (Partner)
- Welcome to your new classroom, the bustling urban center of downtown Chicago. Discover the ins and outs of city life, work as a professional with one of the program's top-notch internship partners, and explore the diverse and artistic culture of this great city—all from a Christian perspective.

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Find the visit option that works best for you and get a taste for life at Calvin!

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