GLOBE AMBASSADORS
The GLOBE Ambassador program (GLAP) is a 1-unit, opt-in educational travel initiative designed to broaden students’ understanding of international challenges, innovative ecosystems, and industrial advancements. The program is fully sponsored by the College of Engineering, offering students with limited to no travel experience the opportunity to see beyond Berkeley.
The program consists of two parts: preparatory academic sessions and an international study trip.
Prep Sessions:
Throughout the semester, GLOBE hosts numerous preparatory sessions that deepen student awareness of the host country’s culture, customs, challenges, and innovations. The prep sessions include:
- Guest speakers: professional and industry experts from the target country are invited to provide local insights and perspectives
- Case studies and discussions: students are assigned case study readings to discuss during class, helping students reflect on real-world issues
- Group projects: collaborative learning is encouraged through group assignments focused on the host country
Students must attend and participate in ALL prep sessions in order to be eligible for the study trip.
Study Trip:
The program culminates in the study trip at the end of the semester. Students attend a one-week, fully sponsored trip to the target country and engage with international start-ups, corporations, Cal alumni, government agencies, and academic institutions. Students develop the language, skills, and knowledge needed to navigate engineering developments across various fields and explore a range of career opportunities not previously considered/encountered.
Posts about the January 2026 Program can be found here.
Posts about the May 2025 Program can be found here.
Program Updates
- Winter 2027 applications are closed. Applications for Winter 2028 will be available in February 2027.
- Spring 2026 applications are closed. Applications for Spring 2027 will be available in September 2026.
For any questions, please contact globetrip@berkeley.edu
Winter Program
Indonesia
Travel dates: January 9-17, 2027
Applications Closed
Check back in February for the next opportunity
See below for a recording from our info session
Spring Program
Taiwan
Travel dates: May 16-23, 2026
Application Closed
Check back in September for the next opportunity.
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply?
Students are selected by a College of Engineering committee after students have submitted their application and meet all of the following requirements:
- ELIGIBILITY: Only undergraduate students in the College of Engineering may apply.
- ACADEMIC LEVEL: This program is exclusively for undergraduate students.
- REGISTRATION STATUS: Applicants must be fully registered UC Berkeley students during the semester of the program and through the duration of the study trip.
- SELECTION PRIORITY: Preference will be given to engineering students who have limited or no international travel experience outside the United States.
- ACADEMIC STANDING: Applicants must be in good academic standing, with a minimum GPA of 2.8.
- ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT: Successful applicants must commit to attending ALL mandatory in person preparatory sessions. Students may not skip UC Berkeley classes to attend the Prep Sessions.
When should I apply?
The application portal is only open for 2 weeks! Be sure to apply within that window in order to be considered for the program.
When will I know if I got accepted?
All applicants will receive an email from GLOBE staff announcing the decision before the end of the semester. If you have any questions about the status of your application, feel free to email us at: globetrip@berkeley.edu.