Dream Careers Global Internship Programs

Chicago Summer Internship Program Tuition

A Chicago Summer Internship is a practical and invaluable investment for your professional future. In this 8-week, all-inclusive program, you enhance your resume, gain hands-on experience, network and acquire valuable references. Each is a priceless advantages for a college student soon-to-be seeking a full-time career position. Now is the time to take hold of your career and take advantage of this life changing opportunity.

• Summer 2012
• Summer 2013

Summer 2012 Payment Options

Secure your spot today. All payment plans include a minimum Initial Deposit of $999. Choose the best payment option available:

Pay in Full: Pay Full Program Tuition Price

This option is best suited for participants who want the security and incentive that your DREAM Internship is guaranteed. Your placement is guaranteed and we will provide you a full refund if we fail to secure your summer internship. That is how confident we are in your internship placement.

Two Payment Plan:

For a minimum Initial Deposit of $999 you can secure your enrollment and guarantee your internship. You will pay the remaining tuition balance 2 weeks prior to the program start date. This option is ideal for those participants that need additional time to secure funds for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Summer 2013 Payment Options

Secure your spot today. All payment plans include a minimum Initial Deposit of $999. Choose the best payment option available:

Pay in Full: Pay Full Program Tuition Price

This option is best suited for participants who want the security and incentive that your DREAM Internship is guaranteed. Your placement is guaranteed and we will provide you a full refund if we fail to secure your summer internship. That is how confident we are in your internship placement.

Pay in 30: Deferred Payment - Requires a $999 Initial Deposit

This is our most popular payment option. For a minimum Initial Deposit of $999 you can secure your enrollment and guarantee your internship. You will have 30 days to pay the remaining balance. This option is ideal for those participants that need additional time to secure funds for this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!

Installment Plan: Flexible Payment

Our installment plan provides the most flexible payment option and includes our Internship Guarantee. You pay equal bi-weekly installment payments*. This option is best suited for participants who want to space out payments over time. An installment fee is included in your payments. See Installment Plan Schedule for additional details. A $999 deposit is required to start your installment plan.

For questions about these payment options or for special arrangements, please contact your Enrollment Advisor.

Are you looking for additional Financial Aid?

For further assistance with tuition, consider applying for financial aid through a third party, such as a private lender or through your existing Financial Aid provider. Also, check with your university's financial aid department to see if your existing grants, loans or scholarships can help fund the internship. Find additional resources on our Financing Page or by contacting your Enrollment Advisor.

Breakdown of Fees

Application Fee - $35 application fee payable by credit or debit card with online application. Before you apply, review eligibility requirements and ensure you qualify as the application fee is non-refundable.

Program Tuition - Includes guaranteed placement, interview coaching, resume prep, housing, meals and weekend events. A minimum initial deposit of $999 is required to confirm your enrollment.

Visa Fees - Visa fees are not included in Dream Careers tuition and are paid to visa sponsor organizations.

International Participants: The United States government requires every international student wishing to come to the US for an internship to apply for a J-1 visa through a third party visa sponsor organization. International students must pay the third party visa sponsor for this service, and should expect the average visa sponsorship fees to be $800-$1200 or more.

Any international student currently attending school in the US will be required to have a valid F1 visa with the appropriate work authorization documents. Please speak with your international student advisor at your university for more information.