Barbara West, Manager Internship Programs
Phone:1-800-980-0033, extension 105
Barbara manages the enrollment services and program facilitation of all internship programs at GlobaLinks Learning Abroad. She works with our overseas office to ensure that all of the program standard and services are met.
In addition, she also works with US and Canadian Universities to help build custom group internship programs for their students and assists with new program development. Barbara graduated from Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana with a BA in German and Geography (Travel and Tourism). She studied for a year abroad in Giessen, Germany and has traveled through out the United States, Europe, Costa Rica, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, Hong Kong and Shanghai.
Mike Green, Senior Coordinator, Outreach and Student Service
Phone: 1-800-980-0033, extension 134
Mike is the outreach and student services coordinator for Internships in Australia, New Zealand, and Shanghai. He assists students with basic inquiries as well as enrollment assistance.
Mike earned his degree in Marketing from The University of Iowa. His love of travelling began during his study abroad experience with Semester at Sea. He moved to London after college and was able to see much of Europe during his time there. In all, Mike has been to over 40 countries on 5 different continents.
He loves sports and the outdoors and is an avid fan of all Chicago and Denver sports teams. During the summer, you can find him on the kickball and softball fields, while winters are generally spent on the ski slopes of Colorado.
Laura Covey, Coordinator, Outreach and Student Services
Phone: 1-800-980-0033, extension 145
Laura is the enrollment services coordinator for internships with GlobaLinks Learning Abroad. She assists students with the internship application and pre-departure process.
Laura Graduated from Brandeis University with a BA in East Asian Studies and French Language and Literature, and received her MA from New York University in International Education. She studied abroad for the first time in Japan during high school and has had plenty educational overseas experiences since then. In addition to travel and study abroad, Laura also worked for two years as a teacher in France. In her free time, Laura likes knitting, swimming, and practicing French.