Curiosity
We champion the restless mind and the courage to ask “why.” Our mission is to fuel a lifelong passion for discovery, encouraging students to step outside their comfort zones, embrace the unknown, and seek out the stories that can’t be found in a textbook
Collaboration
We believe that transformative global experiences are co-created through partnerships between students, educators, and local communities. By fostering a spirit of mutual support and open communication, we ensure that every journey is a collective success that extends far beyond the classroom.
Culture
We celebrate the rich tapestry of human diversity and advocate for authentic engagement over superficial tourism. By prioritizing cultural humility and deep local integration, we help students develop a global perspective that honors local traditions while finding our shared humanity.
Our programs
TERN IN
the high-octane, event-driven domestic program, designed to catapult college students out of the lecture hall and into the front row of global industry. We provide exclusive, experiential learning treks to the world’s most iconic events, such as SXSW in Austin and CES in Las Vegas, where the future of tech, media, and business is actually being written
TERN OUT
the experiential, overseas program designed to propel students across oceans and into the inner circles of the global marketplace. We deliver immersive, career-defining experiences to the world’s most dynamic hubs, from the tech frontiers of Dubai to the creative corridors of Cape Town, where international business is being redefined in real-time.
World class team.
The strength of Tern Global lies in the intersection of high-level diplomacy and academic innovation. Our leadership is anchored by a seasoned government executive who mastered the complexities of international travel and large-scale procurement at the highest levels of the U.S. federal government. This executive rigor is complemented by our program designers, who possess a deep pedigree in crafting both domestic and international “study away” curricula that prioritize student immersion and safety. To ensure flawless execution, we have integrated our expertise with a premier travel operations partner boasting over 30 years of global experience. Together, we provide a foundation of stability and precision, ensuring that every student’s journey is backed by decades of operational excellence and a “diplomatic standard” of care.
Our Offerings
we provide our world class services under three core pillars:
Curricular Integration
Tern Global works with your faculty to ensure every program provides measurable learning outcomes that map directly to your institution’s credit requirements and learning objectives
Logistics & Safety
We provide end-to-end support, including secure accommodation, 24/7 on-the-ground crisis management, seamless itinerary, and Diplomatic-level safety protocols.
Experiential Focus
We specialize in “Fieldwork-First” models, such as internships, research cooperatives, and service-learning projects that move students out of the classroom and into the global workforce.