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.

Virtual Internship

Virtual Journalism Internship in Australia

Fast-paced, award-winning educational publisher and events marketing company seeking a talented journalism intern up to the challenge of learning about all aspects of a small business.

Virtual Journalism Internship in Australia

Responsibilities include:

– Writing for social media posts, reviews, newsletters, and press releases
– Researching relevant stories for opinion pieces
– Creating written content on hot topic issues like small business and women in business for publication on the company’s popular blog
– Interviewing inspiring women for stories

Sydney – Australia

Virtual Internship

Virtual Marketing Internship in Argentina

Leverage your marketing experience and build your skills with a virtual marketing internship. This opportunity will allow you to apply your practical experience while strengthening clients' online presence.

Virtual Marketing Internship in Argentina

Responsibilities include:

– Building rich content/editorial calendars for clients‚Äô social media, blog, email, and other relevant channels
– Creating content, designs, and copy writing to post on all social media accounts, external blogs, and other relevant channels
– Managing clients‚Äô social media profiles and presence
– Developing and tracking email campaigns

Buenos Aires – Argentina

Virtual Internship

Virtual Marketing Internship in Sydney, Australia

Join a boutique marketing agency serving brands around the globe. This internship will prepare you to take on the new challenges our economy is facing and to facilitate a seamless transition to your future career with a unique skill set.

Virtual Marketing Internship in Sydney, Australia

Working closely with your supervisor/mentor, you will learn how to plan and execute an agile marketing strategy. Intern responsibilities will include:

– Assisting with the daily operations for your dedicated brand account
– Planning digital content calendars for the brand based on provided guidelines
– Observing and optimizing the strategic brand development
– Generating daily, weekly, and monthly reports to evaluate growth and results

Sydney – Australia

Virtual Internship

Virtual Finance Internship in Sydney, Australia

Intern in the finance department of Australia's fastest growing pet brand and household name for trusted quality companion animal products.

Virtual Finance Internship in Sydney, Australia

This company has won multiple Australian Business Awards for ‘Best Product Innovation’ and ‘Best New Product’. Intern responsibilities will include:

– Collecting receivables from Australia’s biggest supermarket chain
– Reconciling debtor and creditor accounts
– Assisting with bank reconciliations
– Conducting data analysis

Sydney – Australia

Virtual Internship

Virtual Business & Marketing Internship in Ireland

Join an exciting start-up in growth mode to assist remotely in building a comprehensive directory of businesses to provide an easy, fast way for the consumer to compare products.

Virtual Business & Marketing Internship in Ireland

The company has created an app that helps members crowdsource the best businesses so they can make the most informed decisions at renewal time. Main responsibilities in this role entail:

– Building and managing the directory so members have access to a complete business listing
– Generating media awareness of the company
– Managing company social media accounts
– Following up with customer queries and feedback

Dublin – Ireland

Virtual Internship

Virtual HR Admin Internship in Australia

Small business seeking a remote Human Resources Administration intern with experience in a diverse range of tasks and strong communication and organizational skills.

Virtual HR Admin Internship in Australia

Main responsibilities in this role entail:

– Coordinating staff meetings and conducting training for other staff and contractors
– Collecting, reviewing and entering employee time sheets
– Conducting research and organizing team building activities
– Scheduling meetings for staff by monitoring calendar availability
– Serving as the main contact for suppliers and resource correspondence, and assisting with event coordination
– Managing travel arrangements for staff

Brisbane – Australia

Virtual Internship

Virtual Sales Internship in Australia

Apply your skills of persuasion in a sales role with a small, innovative, dynamic business. This company is seeking an intern who thrives on complex problem solving to achieve tangible, practical and actionable results.

Virtual Sales Internship in Australia

Tasks involved in this placement include:

– Cultivating leads using targeted email campaigns
– Engaging in new sales opportunities with past clients
– Receiving phone/website inquiries and conducting follow up
– Creating proposals and coordinating client meetings
– Recording sales activities and maintaining CRM

Brisbane – Australia

Virtual Internship

Virtual Graphic Design Internship in England

Multiple award-winning creative branding agency seeking a graphic design intern to assist with online projects. Gain valuable hands-on experience utilizing a wide range of tools used by businesses for online marketing.

Virtual Graphic Design Internship in England

Experience using Illustrator, Photoshop, Indesign and After Effects preferred. Intern projects will be tailored to the individual’s specific interests and experience, likely including:

– Designing logos
– Generating advertising campaigns
– Creating brochures
– Developing additional marketing collateral

Online portfolio required

London – England

Virtual Internship

Virtual Web Design Internship in Ireland

Web design agency seeking a remote intern to assist with website layout, design and coding. Virtual interns will be involved in the graphical and technical elements of the design process.

Virtual Web Design Internship in Ireland

Virtual interns will be involved in the graphical and technical elements of the design process for a variety of agency clients, from small businesses to large corporations.

– Create website designs and produce samples for clients
– Meet virtually with clients to discuss requirements
– Develop a high level of expertise in programming languages such as JavaScript and HTML
– Test websites for problems and register with search engine hosts
– Ensure sites are properly optimized for search engines/SEO

Dublin – Ireland

Virtual Internship

Virtual Architecture Internship with Architecture Studio in Argentina

International award-winning architect studio seeking remote intern to help with online projects. Work closely with the team in Buenos Aires via online platforms.

Virtual Architecture Internship with Architecture Studio in Argentina

Work closely with the team in Buenos Aires via online platforms, learning from top architects about the field in Argentina. This firm develops a wide range of projects both in Argentina and abroad, including:

– Individual homes and mixed-use buildings
– Hotels and corporate structures
– Cultural projects and institutional buildings
– Urbanization and real estate developments

Buenos Aires – Argentina

Virtual Internship

Virtual Fashion Internship in Sydney

Passionate about women's fashion? Cultivate your business acumen in a fun, fast-paced environment with a fashion and I.T. company!

Virtual Fashion Internship in Sydney

Education/experience in fashion preferred. Virtual projects include:

– Researching current fashion trends and presenting reports
– Assisting with the fashion and concept selection process
– Managing a fashion blog hosted on e-commerce and social media channels
– Working with stylists via online platforms to assist with design tasks

Sydney – Australia

Intern Abroad A patient using an elastic band to stretch in Italy.
Italy

Occupational Therapy Internship in Italy

By immersing themselves in clinics and hospitals, Occupational Therapy interns in Italy receive comprehensive exposure to patient care and other dimensions of their field through their interactions with experienced occupational therapists.

Occupational Therapy Internship in Italy

The Occupational Therapy Internship in Italy offers students and recent graduates the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a professional healthcare environment while immersed in the rich culture of Italy. Interns work alongside licensed occupational therapists in clinics, rehabilitation centers, and hospitals, supporting patient care and contributing to treatment plans under supervision. This immersive setting provides valuable insights into the therapeutic process, including patient assessment, rehabilitation techniques, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Participants may observe or assist with a range of cases involving physical, neurological, or developmental conditions, deepenin

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!