Why Choose World Endeavors for your Internship Abroad?

Many students spend hours in the classroom only to graduate with no practical experience. An international internship, however, can give students the confidence and experience needed to successfully pursue a chosen career after college. A World Endeavors internship stands out on a resume, gives you an edge in a competitive job market, and affords you a valuable international perspective – which is attractive to employers!

Placements are limited so apply now and start planning your professional experience with World Endeavors abroad. We will work closely with you and our in-country coordinator to arrange an internship that matches your interests and goals.

How to choose the best Internship program

Choosing your internship program is easy when you evaluate your priorities. Follow these steps to guide you toward your ideal program.

Explore a New Career

Interning abroad offers a great opportunity to explore your professional and personal interests, and help define your career path. Peruse our internship fields and past examples to find the best fit.

Choose Your Dream Destination

Finding a meaningful way to combine interning and travel to your dream location is a big incentive. Carefully consider which destinations suit your interests and international internship goals.

Improve Language Skills

Immersing yourself in a language-rich environment is the ultimate method for developing fluency. If language-learning is your goal, favor destinations that use your language of choice.

Fit your budget

Explore scholarships and financial aid to determine if these may impact your destination options. Consider the overall cost of the program and cost of living in-country to identify the optimal match.

Try our program finder to filter based on your choices.

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Why Intern Abroad?

Embarking on an internship abroad is a transformative experience that blends professional growth with cultural immersion. It opens doors to a world of opportunities, offering a unique blend of personal development and global perspective.

Global Networking Opportunities

Interning abroad exposes you to an extensive network of professionals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. By working alongside international colleagues, you can forge valuable connections that extend beyond borders. This network not only enhances your career prospects but also opens doors to future collaborations and global opportunities.

Cross-Cultural Competence

Interning abroad nurtures cross-cultural competence, a skill highly valued in today’s interconnected world. By immersing yourself in a different cultural setting, you develop a heightened sensitivity to diverse perspectives, communication styles, and work practices. This adaptability and cultural intelligence enable you to thrive in multicultural work environments throughout your career.

Enhanced Language Proficiency

Interning abroad presents an ideal opportunity to improve your language skills. By working and interacting in a foreign language, you can sharpen your linguistic abilities and gain confidence in communicating effectively across language barriers. This increased language proficiency not only enhances your resume but also opens doors to international job opportunities.

Personal Growth and Independence

Interning abroad pushes you out of your comfort zone, encouraging personal growth and independence. By navigating new cities, customs, and challenges on your own, you develop resilience, self-reliance, and problem-solving skills. This transformative experience equips you with the confidence to adapt to new situations and take on future professional endeavors with a sense of fearlessness.

Our Top Intern Abroad Destinations

World Endeavors volunteers support communities in several destinations in Africa, the Americas, Asia and Oceania. Our programs are located in a variety of sites, including urban and rural, economically developed and developing, and English-speaking and non-English speaking.

Eligibility

World Endeavors interns should be 18 years or older and should have a passport valid for at least 6 months from the start of their program.

Keep in mind that all countries have different visa restrictions for varying types of passports.

It is recommended to have a background in your desired internship field, but not absolutely required. Internship placement opportunities increase with experience or relevant coursework.

Please note that each program has it own requirements for eligibility. 

Intern for credit

Do you want to earn academic credit for your international internship? Nearly half of World Endeavors participants earn credit while interning abroad. Many students are required to participate in an internship to fulfill a requirement for their degree program. World Endeavors works closely with students and their academic advisors to ensure that our program meets those requirements. If you don’t fall into that category there is another exciting option for you. Through our collaboration with University of California Berkeley, students can earn UC Berkeley credit by taking one of two online courses while interning abroad.

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Every World Endeavors Internship Program Includes

Our internships are as unique as the countries that host them, but there are program features that unify all of our internship experiences.

YOUR INTERNSHIP

  • Professional customized internship placement
  • Year-round program availability
  • Flexible durations from 1 to 6 months, depending on the destination

CAREER READINESS PROGRAM

  • Resume clinic and interview skills workshop
  • One-on-one coaching
  • Professional competencies development

ACCOMMODATION

  • Housing vetted and selected with quality, safety and proximity to your placement in mind

CAREER AND ACADEMIC INTEGRATION

  • Re-entry handbook and support
  • Academic credit facilitation
  • Post-program assistance with resume updates and completion certificate
  • World Endeavors Alumni Network

TEAM OF EXPERTS

  • Dedicated one-on-one advisor
  • Local on-site coordinator
  • Internship placement supervisor

PEACE OF MIND

  • Comprehensive travel medical insurance (not included with internships in the UK)
  • Mental Health First Aid-certified staff
  • 24/7 emergency travel assistance (not included with internships in the UK)
  • Professional liability insurance

HEALTH & SAFETY

When you feel safe and respected abroad, you will flourish. World Endeavors participants are transformed through enriching, rewarding and safe experiences around the world. We meticulously monitor travel recommendations and will only facilitate programs where we can ensure our participants’ safety. 

We take key steps to ensure our participants’ well-being, including providing a pre-trip success guide, 24/7 local support, in-country trained staff, pre and post-arrival orientation, comprehensive travel medical insurance, and Mental Health First Aid-certified staff. Please contact us if you have any specific questions or concerns.

Our Intern options

Our full range of Intern abroad programs. If you don’t find your preferred program here then please use our program finder.

Intern Abroad Engineer collaborates on a project, striving together.
Spain

Engineering Internship in Spain

Engineering interns in Spain gain practical experience by undertaking various public and private projects across diverse domains. Through their involvement, they acquire the skills needed to devise efficient and practical solutions that have a positive impact on society.

Engineering Internship in Spain

Engineering interns in Spain gain practical experience by undertaking various public and private projects across diverse domains. Through their involvement, they acquire the skills needed to devise efficient and practical solutions that have a positive impact on society.

Intern Abroad Two people laughing while working in a workshop or lab.
South Africa

Engineering Internship in South Africa

Engineering interns in South Africa engage in a diverse array of projects, both in the public and private sectors, across various domains. Throughout their internship, they acquire invaluable experience in developing practical and impactful solutions that address real-world challenges, ultimately contributing to the betterment of society.

Engineering Internship in South Africa

Engineering interns in South Africa engage in a diverse array of projects, both in the public and private sectors, across various domains. Throughout their internship, they acquire invaluable experience in developing practical and impactful solutions that address real-world challenges, ultimately contributing to the betterment of society.

Intern Abroad Engineers in blue coveralls working together in a technical setting.
Morocco

Engineering Internship in Morocco

Engineering interns in Morocco gain hands-on experience by working on a diverse array of public and private projects across various disciplines.

Engineering Internship in Morocco

Engineering interns in Morocco gain hands-on experience by working on a diverse array of public and private projects across various disciplines. Through this practical training, they develop the skills necessary to design and implement efficient solutions that have a positive impact on society.

Intern Abroad Two engineers working on machinery in a workshop.
England

Engineering Internship in England

Engineering interns in England gain practical experience by working on a diverse array of public and private projects across various industries. Through their involvement, they acquire valuable skills in developing innovative and impactful solutions that have a positive effect on society.

Engineering Internship in England

Engineering interns in England gain practical experience by working on a diverse array of public and private projects across various industries. Through their involvement, they acquire valuable skills in developing innovative and impactful solutions that have a positive effect on society.

Intern Abroad Group of people working together on a project.
Argentina

Engineering Internship in Argentina

Engineering interns in Argentina gain hands-on experience by working on a diverse array of public and private projects across various fields. Through this practical exposure, they develop the skills necessary to devise impactful and practical solutions that bring about positive changes in society.

Engineering Internship in Argentina

Engineering interns in Argentina gain hands-on experience by working on a diverse array of public and private projects across various fields. Through this practical exposure, they develop the skills necessary to devise impactful and practical solutions that bring about positive changes in society.

Intern Abroad Teacher smiling while helping students in class
Spain

Education Internship in Spain

Education interns in Spain play an instrumental role in supporting local educators within primary and secondary schools, as well as other educational institutions. Their primary objective is to facilitate and enhance the learning experience for students both in the classroom and within the local community.

Education Internship in Spain

Education interns in Spain play an instrumental role in supporting local educators within primary and secondary schools, as well as other educational institutions. Their primary objective is to facilitate and enhance the learning experience for students both in the classroom and within the local community. By collaborating closely with educators, these interns contribute to the promotion of education by assisting in curriculum development, implementing innovative teaching methods, and organizing various educational activities. Through their dedication and commitment, education interns make a significant impact on the overall educational landscape in Spain.

Intern Abroad Teacher assisting student with a book in a busy classroom
South Africa

Education Internship in South Africa

In South Africa, Education interns work closely with local educators in primary and secondary schools, as well as other institutions, to actively promote learning within the classroom and extend educational opportunities to the broader local community.

Education Internship in South Africa

In South Africa, Education interns work closely with local educators in primary and secondary schools, as well as other institutions, to actively promote learning within the classroom and extend educational opportunities to the broader local community. Their dedicated assistance helps create an inclusive and enriching educational environment that empowers students and fosters community development.

Not sounding like the right program for you? Try our program finder to filter based on your choices.

Find Your Program

Select Internship Cohorts

Embark on a global adventure, build your network, and launch your career through a dynamic international internship program alongside a group of peers. Benefits include:

Customized Internships

Get matched with a personalized placement that aligns with your academic background and career ambitions.

Global Networking

Forge valuable connections with industry leaders and like-minded peers from across the globe.

Cultural Immersion

Dive into local traditions and culture through enriching excursions and social activities that enhance your global perspective.

Professional Growth

Gain hands-on experience, refine your skills, and elevate your résumé with an impactful international internship.

Expert Mentorship

Receive individualized guidance and career support from seasoned professionals to help you excel in your internship and achieve your goals.

Recent Testimonials

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TrentIntern in Australia

“I gained a stronger sense of independence. I have always been self-motivated but this program gave me the reassurance to take on new experiences.”

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MeganIntern in Australia

“I’m now better prepared and excited for my upcoming classes because my internship provided me with relevant experiences. Being an international intern helped me step out of my comfort zone and gain self-knowledge, which was my goal.”

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NidishIntern in Argentina

“I’m very happy with how the program went. It was such a great experience -
I want to go back.”

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BrittanyIntern in Czech Republic

“It was so empowering for me - a huge boost to my self esteem!”

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AltairIntern in Costa Rica

““It was way more than I ever expected. I wanted to do this because I’m applying to med school - It’s been life-changing and so worth my time. I feel like I got so lucky.”

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KristenIntern in Morocco

“It was amazing! Don’t be afraid to step outside of your comfort zone - the spontaneous adventures are gold!”

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WhitneyIntern in Costa Rica

“Absolutely amazing. I learned so many new things I had never learned before and I’m still in touch with my host family.”

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BridgetIntern in Czech Republic

“I went into it having high expectations and everything was completely fulfilled. I learned a lot - it was amazing.”

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CourtneyIntern in Ecuador

“Oh my goodness, it was incredible! It was so cool! I got to travel and see and do much more than I was anticipating! My Spanish improved so much while I was there! I definitely got a lot of experience in OT, and was able to clock all of my shadowing hours for OT school.”

Intern Abroad FAQs

While some organizations have a list of open internships and place applicants in those positions, we work in the opposite direction. We first learn about you, your interests, goals and experience, and then actively pursue the internship that provides you with experience directly relevant to your future career. 

Our internships are customized to fit each individual’s goals, interests, and skill level. We consider all of these things and then make a placement accordingly. Therefore, we don’t have specific internships “set aside” waiting for people to fill them. We have placed interns in both small and large companies, but due to confidentiality of our host companies and organizations we are not able to provide a list of companies.

We are confident in our ability to find impactful,  skill-building internships. If you are accepted into our program, we guarantee that we will find you a placement in your first or second choice field.

We arrange rewarding internship placements for people with all levels of experience. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an expert in your field, a successful experience requires a positive approach and a mind open to learning, growing and strengthening your skills.

We really wish we could offer paid internships, but all of the internships we coordinate are unpaid placements. Paid internships abroad are few and far-between, as they require a different type of visa that is difficult to attain, and they also require sponsorship by the host company, which is quite costly for them. The goal of our program is to provide meaningful, hands-on experience in your specific profession or field of study that will give you a competitive edge in the job market and make you valuable to employers who are globally minded. If you are seeking a placement to help you gain international experience, improve your skills in your field and enhance your resume, our program provides the perfect opportunity.

Our internships are customized to fit each individual’s goals, interests, and skill level. We consider all of these things and then make a placement accordingly. Therefore, we don’t have specific internships “set aside” waiting for people to fill them. We have placed interns in both small and large companies, but due to confidentiality of our host companies and organizations we are not able to provide a list of companies.

We strive to provide immersive, life changing, and professionally rewarding programs for our interns. Our programs are designed as a comprehensive “program” instead of just the internship so that we can provide a full experience for our participants. The program fees we charge include the in-country expenses (housing, insurance, orientation, etc.) and also the dedicated work that goes behind finding a customized, one-of-a-kind, international internship placement.

How to apply for an Internship Abroad

You’ve decided to intern abroad – congratulations! Applying for your World Endeavors program is easy and stress-free. Get ready to PUT YOURSELF OUT THERE!

STEP 1
EXPLORE & ASK

Research and compare. If you can’t decide on a program, we can guide you toward the best fit.

STEP 2
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION

Fill out our online application form to share all your relevant details with our team.

STEP 3
ENROLL & PREPARE

Receive your official acceptance and enroll. We’ll give you all the info you need to get ready!

STEP 4
START YOUR ADVENTURE!

You’ve researched, planned and saved. Now you’re ready to gain skills and grow your network abroad!