Beyond the Classroom

At GGC, experiential learning takes you further, turning hands-on experiences into powerful opportunities to lead, explore, and grow beyond the classroom.

Students volunteer by gathering recycling
Experiential Learning

Hands on learning at GGC

At GGC, education goes beyond lectures.

From internships and service learning to faculty-mentored research and global experiences, you'll turn your interests into real-world impact. Discover how hands-on learning sets you apart and prepares you for whatever comes next.

 

116+
GGC students studied abroad in the 2024-2025 year
22+
For-credit internship courses
8+
Service learning programs
Study abroad students taking selfie in Barcelona

Education and Study Abroad

Grizzlies have traveled to Africa, Europe, South and Central Americas, and Asia. Grizzlies participate in study abroad programs across various disciplines and engage in a broad range of other international opportunities, including internships, research fellowships, and service learning.

Explore Education Abroad at GGC

Gain Real-World Experience Through Internships

GGC knows that internships enrich your education and prepare you for the real world. That’s why we offer countless opportunities to connect with meaningful internships that align with your goals, helping you gain hands-on experience in your chosen career field.

Extracurricular Internships

Not-for-credit, or extracurricular internships can be found in public, private, non-profit, and government organizations. The Career Services team is ready to support you and help you find the perfect opportunities to apply for.
Extracurricular Internships

Internships for Course Credit

GGC’s academic internship program connects students to relevant, real-world working experiences for academic credit.
About internships for course credit
Nolberto Sanchez

Student Research Spotlight

Shining a Light on Microplastics

Nolberto Sanchez's ('24) research project helps communities spot microplastics using Raman Spectroscopy—a laser-based tool that identifies plastic types by their unique molecular “fingerprints" to help communities identify and advocate against growing microplastic pollution threatening ecosystems, food and water.

Read on about Nolberto's and other students' research

Go Further, Do More

Army ROTC

Want to serve your country? Army ROTC provides students from all academic majors a unique pathway into a post-graduate career as a military officer.
About ROTC

Partnership with Georgia Film Academy

GGC students majoring in cinema and media arts production (CMAP) benefit from professional training, internships, apprenticeships and job placement opportunities from the Georgia Film Academy.
About Georgia Film Academy partnership

Service learning with Grizzlies Serve

Grizzlies Serve offers ongoing community engagement and volunteer opportunities that utilize problem-solving techniques and foster dialogue with those most directly affected.
Volunteer with Grizzlies Serve
Studying abroad in Thailand was amazing due to the research opportunities and the chance to participate in experimental projects. I also now have a network of international connections with Thai students and their teams.
2. Dr. Neville Forlemu and GGC’s study abroad students visit the Wat Rong Suea Ten, which is the Temple of the Dancing Tiger, located in Thailand.
Panisa Paibool '26