International Internships in Tourism & Hospitality

Tourism and hospitality internships abroad offer a unique and enriching opportunity for individuals passionate about exploring diverse cultures while gaining practical experience in the dynamic field of travel and hospitality. These internships provide participants with hands-on involvement in various aspects of the tourism and hospitality industry, including hotel management, event planning, customer service, marketing, and cultural exchange. Interns collaborate with local tourism organizations, hotels, restaurants, and event venues, contributing to the seamless execution of guest experiences, promoting local attractions, and enhancing the overall quality of travel services. By immersing themselves in different cultural contexts, interns develop valuable interpersonal skills, adaptability, and a keen understanding of customer preferences and global travel trends.

Throughout these internships, individuals may engage in tasks such as coordinating events, assisting guests, managing bookings, and contributing to marketing campaigns. The exposure to diverse travel and hospitality practices fosters a well-rounded perspective on the industry’s global impact, sustainability efforts, and the role of cultural awareness in enhancing guest satisfaction. Ultimately, tourism and hospitality internships abroad empower participants to become skilled professionals capable of navigating the complexities of the international travel industry, contributing to memorable and authentic travel experiences, and promoting cross-cultural understanding through exceptional service and cultural exchange.

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

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.

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.

SEARCH

All our Tourism & Hospitality Internships

Explore our range of internship options and unlock the doors to a world of endless possibilities in tourism and hospitality. If you would like to refine your search further then please use our Program Finder tool.

Intern Abroad Event manager oversees a function, ensuring seamless execution and success in organizing the event.
South Africa

Event Management Internship in South Africa

Interns in event management work with seasoned coordinators in South Africa to plan and manage a wide range of events, including anything from classy weddings and joyful celebrations to colorful festivals, educational conferences, energizing concerts, and compelling exhibitions.

Event Management Internship in South Africa

Interns in event management work with seasoned coordinators in South Africa to plan and manage a wide range of events, including anything from classy weddings and joyful celebrations to colorful festivals, educational conferences, energizing concerts, and compelling exhibitions.

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Morocco

Event Management Internship in Morocco

Event Management interns in Morocco collaborate closely with experienced coordinators to strategize and execute a diverse array of events. These events encompass a wide spectrum, including but not limited to weddings, celebrations, festivals, conferences, concerts, and exhibitions.

Event Management Internship in Morocco

Event Management interns in Morocco collaborate closely with experienced coordinators to strategize and execute a diverse array of events. These events encompass a wide spectrum, including but not limited to weddings, celebrations, festivals, conferences, concerts, and exhibitions. The interns gain hands-on experience in the intricate process of event planning and management, working alongside professionals who guide them through the ins and outs of the industry. Through their involvement in this dynamic and fast-paced environment, interns develop essential skills in organization, coordination, and problem-solving, while contributing to the success of various memorable occasions.

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Italy

Event Management Internship in Italy

Event Management interns in Italy collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a diverse array of events, encompassing everything from intimate weddings and joyous celebrations to large-scale festivals, informative conferences, captivating concerts, and captivating exhibitions.

Event Management Internship in Italy

Event Management interns in Italy collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a diverse array of events, encompassing everything from intimate weddings and joyous celebrations to large-scale festivals, informative conferences, captivating concerts, and captivating exhibitions.

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Ireland

Event Management Internship in Ireland

In Ireland, aspiring Event Management interns collaborate with seasoned coordinators to curate and orchestrate a diverse array of gatherings, encompassing weddings, festivities, festivals, conventions, concerts, and showcases.

Event Management Internship in Ireland

In Ireland, aspiring Event Management interns collaborate with seasoned coordinators to curate and orchestrate a diverse array of gatherings, encompassing weddings, festivities, festivals, conventions, concerts, and showcases.

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England

Event Management Internship in England

Event Management interns in England collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a diverse array of events. Their responsibilities encompass a wide spectrum, from meticulously planning weddings, celebrations, and festivals to meticulously orchestrating conferences, concerts, and exhibitions.

Event Management Internship in England

Event Management interns in England collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a diverse array of events. Their responsibilities encompass a wide spectrum, from meticulously planning weddings, celebrations, and festivals to meticulously orchestrating conferences, concerts, and exhibitions. By working closely with professional coordinators, these interns gain valuable hands-on experience in the dynamic field of event management and contribute to the seamless execution of memorable and impactful events.

Intern Abroad Event attendee manages a successful and well-organized event.
Czech Republic

Event Management Internship in Czech Republic

Event Management interns in the Czech Republic collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a wide array of events, encompassing not only weddings and celebrations, but also festivals, conferences, concerts, and exhibitions.

Event Management Internship in Czech Republic

Event Management interns in the Czech Republic collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a wide array of events, encompassing not only weddings and celebrations, but also festivals, conferences, concerts, and exhibitions.

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Australia

Event Management Internship in Australia

Event Management interns in Australia collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a diverse array of events. Their responsibilities encompass a wide range of occasions, including weddings, celebrations, festivals, conferences, concerts, and exhibitions.

Event Management Internship in Australia

Event Management interns in Australia collaborate with experienced coordinators to organize and oversee a diverse array of events. Their responsibilities encompass a wide range of occasions, including weddings, celebrations, festivals, conferences, concerts, and exhibitions. By working closely with seasoned professionals, these interns gain valuable hands-on experience in the intricacies of event planning and management. They contribute to the seamless execution of events, ensuring that every detail is meticulously attended to and that participants have unforgettable experiences. Through their involvement in various events, these interns develop expertise in coordinating logistics, managing

Intern Abroad Confident woman in business attire at a professional networking event.
Argentina

Event Management Internship in Argentina

Event Management interns in Argentina collaborate closely with experienced coordinators to meticulously organize and oversee a diverse array of events. Their responsibilities encompass everything from orchestrating enchanting weddings and joyous celebrations to orchestrating vibrant festivals, informative conferences, mesmerizing concerts, and captivating exhibitions.

Event Management Internship in Argentina

Event Management interns in Argentina collaborate closely with experienced coordinators to meticulously organize and oversee a diverse array of events. Their responsibilities encompass everything from orchestrating enchanting weddings and joyous celebrations to orchestrating vibrant festivals, informative conferences, mesmerizing concerts, and captivating exhibitions. By leveraging their knowledge and skills, these interns contribute to the seamless execution of unforgettable experiences, leaving a lasting impression on attendees and creating cherished memories for all.

Tourism & Hospitality FAQs

World Endeavors offers internships in tourism and hospitality across several focus areas, including culinary arts, event management, hospitality management and tourism, and wine programs. These placements give you the chance to gain hands-on experience in international kitchens, assist with organizing events, support daily operations in hotels or resorts, or learn about wine production and vineyard management. Each internship is designed to help you build industry-specific skills while experiencing a new cultural environment.

You can find internship opportunities in culinary arts and hospitality through World Endeavors in destinations known for their food culture and hospitality industries. These placements are available in countries like Argentina, Costa Rica, France, Italy, and Thailand. Internships may take place in restaurants, hotels, or culinary schools, giving you the chance to develop your skills in a professional kitchen while learning about local cuisine and culinary traditions.

It’s a good idea to apply for hospitality internships with World Endeavors as early as possible, especially if you have a specific timeline or destination in mind. Some placements take additional time to coordinate due to technical details or visa requirements. That said, applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so even if your timeline is tight, it’s still worth reaching out. The sooner you apply, the more options you’ll have available.

Tourism and hospitality internships with World Endeavors are open to students, recent graduates, and others who are interested in gaining experience in the field. You do not need extensive background or training to apply. A strong interest in hospitality, a willingness to learn, and openness to working in a different cultural environment are what matter most. Whether you are studying hospitality management, event planning, culinary arts, or simply exploring career options, you are encouraged to apply.

Please Note: 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.

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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!