Why choose World Endeavors for your virtual internship?

The World Endeavors Virtual International Internship Program is a remote learning experience focused on career readiness and the development of key professional competencies carried out anywhere with internet access. Many students spend hours in the classroom only to graduate with no practical experience. An internship is an effective bridge between university and the workplace – giving students the confidence and experience needed to successfully pursue their chosen career after college.

Participants are paired with a host company abroad where they gain firsthand experience with a multitude of remote-working technologies, attain valuable professional skills relevant for their future careers, and learn about the business landscape of a new country – all from the comfort of their home. Through regular interactions with their internship supervisor, participants are exposed to diverse cultures and ideas, and develop critical thinking and communication skills as well as intercultural fluency, which helps prepare them for the job market.

Using various tools including online learning platforms, self-reflection assessments, and regular evaluations, World Endeavors’ virtual internships help propel participants one step closer to their intended career.

Career readiness

World Endeavors’ Virtual International Internships are focused on career readiness and developing professional competencies, as defined by NACE – The National Association of Colleges and Employers. According to NACE, “Career readiness is the attainment and demonstration of requisite competencies that broadly prepare college graduates for a successful transition into the workplace.”

The 8 career readiness and professional competencies developed through this virtual internship are as follows:

Exercise sound reasoning to analyze issues, make decisions, and overcome problems. The individual is able to obtain, interpret, and use knowledge, facts, and data in this process, and may demonstrate originality and inventiveness.

Articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively in written and oral forms to persons inside and outside of the organization. The individual has public speaking skills; is able to express ideas to others; and can write/edit memos, letters, and complex technical reports clearly and effectively.

Build collaborative relationships with colleagues and customers representing diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, religions, lifestyles, and viewpoints. The individual is able to work within a team structure, and can negotiate and manage conflict.

Leverage existing digital technologies ethically and efficiently to solve problems, complete tasks, and accomplish goals. The individual demonstrates effective adaptability to new and emerging technologies.

Leverage the strengths of others to achieve common goals, and use interpersonal skills to coach and develop others. The individual is able to assess and manage his/her emotions and those of others; use empathetic skills to guide and motivate; and organize, prioritize, and delegate work.

Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstrates integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.

Demonstrate personal accountability and effective work habits, e.g., punctuality, working productively with others, and time workload management, and understand the impact of non-verbal communication on professional work image. The individual demonstratIdentify and articulate one’s skills, strengths, knowledge, and experiences relevant to the position desired and career goals, and identify areas necessary for professional growth. The individual is able to navigate and explore job options, understands and can take the steps necessary to pursue opportunities, and understands how to self-advocate for opportunities in the workplace.es integrity and ethical behavior, acts responsibly with the interests of the larger community in mind, and is able to learn from his/her mistakes.

Value, respect, and learn from diverse cultures, races, ages, genders, sexual orientations, and religions. The individual demonstrates, openness, inclusiveness, sensitivity, and the ability to interact respectfully with all people and understand individuals’ differences.

What's Included/ Costs

INCLUDED

  • Customized virtual internship placement with flexible durations, start dates and weekly hours
  • 150+ hours of remote work experience
  • Internship placement focused on developing career readiness and professional competencies
  • Resume Clinic
  • Interview Coaching
  • Dedicated Internship Advisor
  • Pre-Internship Support and Cultural Training
  • Certificate, company reference and LinkedIn recommendation
  • Discount on future World Endeavors program
Virtual International Internship| Cost: $1,620

Our Top Intern Abroad Destinations

World Endeavors interns 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.

Our Virtual Internships

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

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Virtual Law Internship in Sydney, Australia

Gain experience with a boutique legal practice focused o commercial and corporate law, insolvency and bankruptcy, building and construction, property law, information technology, intellectual property and criminal law.

Virtual Law Internship in Sydney, Australia

The emphasis of the virtual internship is on emerging technologies, innovation and concepts in the legal field. Throughout this remote placement, interns will:

– Develop skills and gain an understanding of legal practices within Australia and internationally
– Conduct legal research
– Write articles
– Prepare documents

Sydney – Australia

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Virtual IT/Marketing Quality in Healthcare Internship in Ireland

Join a multiple award-winning tech-based SME that creates innovative technology solutions for front-line healthcare workers, primarily to improve quality standards and patient safety.

Virtual IT/Marketing Quality in Healthcare Internship in Ireland

Established already in world-leading hospitals in the UK and Ireland, this company has set its sights on selling into the global healthcare market. Intern activities could include:

– Creating SOPs for repeatable tasks
– Building and regularly entering data into marketing performance dashboards
– Cleaning and organizing the CRM
– Sales outreach via email and LinkedIn
– Auditing the current sales and marketing collateral and making suggestions to support the sales team
– Curating and scheduling posts for social media marketing
– Generating promotional email and event campaigns
– Categorizing and planning future learning and support content to meet customer training needs

Dublin – Ireland

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Virtual IT Internship in Brisbane, Australia

Diversify your experience by interning with this nimble and efficient business. Seeking an intern with strong skills in IT/computer science to assist remotely with a variety of tasks.

Virtual IT Internship in Brisbane, Australia

Seeking an intern with strong skills in IT/computer science to assist remotely with a variety of tasks, including:

– Maintaining and problem-solving Zapier, and creating and maintaining Zaps
– Updating website content for SEO optimization
– Conducting a coding audit and making suggestions for improvements/corrections to the existing code

Brisbane – Australia

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Virtual Marketing Holiday Childcare and Local Government Internship in England

Support a local governmental initiative in the UK remotely as it responds to the COVID-19 health emergency. This critical service provides childcare support for essential staff battling the virus on the front line.

Virtual Marketing Holiday Childcare and Local Government Internship in England

Responsibilities likely to include:

– Preparing projects and activities that are fun, inclusive and safe for the children in line with EYFS and Ofsted requirements
– Developing marketing strategies, conducting competitive research, and providing recommendations
– Creating marketing materials and campaigns to raise awareness of the childcare service – producing content for social media channels, writing newsletters and identifying other relevant marketing opportunities
– Supporting the team in preparing and achieving external accreditations by producing portfolios and documenting achievements of the childcare service
– Communications support with a focus on recruitment for additional staffing

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Virtual Teaching English Internship in Argentina

Teach English online to children participating in an after school program. This education placement provides a rewarding opportunity for cultural exchange.

Virtual Teaching English Internship in Argentina

This education placement provides a rewarding opportunity for cultural exchange – sharing your culture with the students while also learning about the Argentine culture from them.

– Bring your own ideas and creativity to deliver engaging lessons and help these students improve their English language skills.
– Collaborate with the classroom teacher, exchanging teaching methods and learning more about the Argentine education system.

Buenos Aires – Argentina

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Virtual Psychology Internship with Aphasia Organization in Argentina

Gain experience with an organization that provides support to people with aphasia, a communication disorder usually caused by stroke or brain injury.

Virtual Psychology Internship with Aphasia Organization in Argentina

As this placement is remote, intern responsibilities could include:

– Conducting research on aphasia, such as causes and therapeutic interventions
– Assisting the team with a variety of institutional projects
– Curating content for and managing social media accounts

Buenos Aires – Argentina

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Virtual Medical Technology Internship in Australia

Hone your skills in data analysis with this exciting medical technology project launched by medical doctors, computer scientists and engineers collaborating virtually across borders from Australia, Germany, Singapore, Canada, Argentina, USA and Israel.

Virtual Medical Technology Internship in Australia

The specific project will be tailored to the intern’s relevant experience, but may include:

– Studying the architectural and statistical framework of chronological pathology blood mapping, by employing an algorithm software program that uses human blood biochemistry and historical pathology reactions
– Compare study findings to a large number of parameters within digital big data to statistically detect, evaluate, appraise, analyze and predict human health conditions
– Utilize this data to determine possible effective medical and lifestyle interventions to minimize the probability of severe illness

Minimum 2 years university study in biochemistry or medicine required.

Sydney – Australia

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Virtual Environmental Education Internship in Argentina

Share your commitment to preserving our planet with an NGO that promotes initiatives related to environmental education and the protection of the natural resources of Patagonia and greater Argentina.

Virtual Environmental Education Internship in Argentina

This organization aims to ensure the preservation of the ecological balance and the nature of the Patagonian landscape by:

– Developing environmental education programs for online delivery to local schools
– Organizing virtual environmental initiatives working with local businesses in Argentina, including workshops on recycling, solid waste, water, energy, climate change, and biodiversity
– Conducting research on reducing the negative ecological impact of the activities carried out in Patagonia and the rest of the country
– Working with the team to influence policy in Argentina and incorporate environmental conservation within the political agendas and habits of society

Buenos Aires – Argent

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Virtual Water Conservation Internship in Argentina

Contribute your time and efforts to an NGO dedicated to conserving the world's most precious resource - water. This organization focuses its water sustainability and education efforts in the Americas and the Caribbean.

Virtual Water Conservation Internship in Argentina

Interns conduct research and develop activities related to specific projects, including:

– Working with the team to organize virtual workshops at local schools and businesses in Argentina about water
– Organizing interactive activities to engage effectively with students and inspire continued interest in water sustainability efforts
– Expanding the network of schools and businesses in Argentina participating in the educational program by conducting outreach efforts and following up with interested organizations

Buenos Aires – Argentina

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Virtual Marketing & Communications Internship in London, England

Join a small consulting firm that provides strategic marketing strategy services, including strategy development, branding and positioning, content marketing, search and insights, and market planning.

Virtual Marketing & Communications Internship in London, England

This placement allows interns to work with UK businesses and international NGOs, and to gain visibility with high-profile organizations. Intern responsibilities include:

– Conducting research which could include international/global projects working with UN ambassadors and players
– Using WordPress and Joomla to update the website and blogs
– Creating content and design work for social media channels
– Executing email marketing campaigns and monthly email newsletters
– Generating promotional videos

London – England

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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

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Virtual Internships FAQs

Virtual internships through World Endeavors connect you with an international host organization while you work from home. After applying and being matched with a placement, you will complete real projects and stay in touch with your supervisor through tools like email, video calls, and other online platforms. The goal is to give you professional experience and global exposure, all in a flexible and accessible format.

Virtual internships through World Endeavors are unpaid. Paid placements are uncommon abroad due to strict visa regulations and the administrative burden on host organizations. The focus of these internships is on gaining meaningful experience, building skills, and making professional connections in a flexible, remote environment.

A virtual internship can be a valuable option if you’re looking to gain international experience while staying flexible with your location and schedule. It allows you to build professional skills, work with organizations around the world, and explore a field of interest without the cost or logistics of travel. While it’s different from being on-site, a virtual internship still offers real-world projects, mentorship, and cross-cultural communication experience that can strengthen your resume and help you grow both personally and professionally.

You can apply for virtual internships in a variety of fields, including business, marketing, graphic design, IT, communications, international relations, and nonprofit work. These placements are hosted by organizations around the world and are designed to give you practical, remote experience in your area of interest while building professional and cross-cultural skills.

Recent Testimonials

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Jenna PVirtual Public Health Intern, Argentina

“This internship was helpful to both my professional and personal goals. It was helpful professionally because I was able to improve my time management skills and my skills as a self-directed learner. My host organization showed me an alternate side of NGOs and how to uplift communities in this time of strife. Personally, this experience reinforced how passionate I am about continuing to educate myself on the most effective and meaningful ways of helping people. I am very grateful for my time spent with this organization!”

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Sarah CVirtual Marketing Intern, England

“During this internship, I was able to build upon my communication and collaborative skills working one on one with my supervisor and also my critical thinking skills as she gave me quite a lot of freedom with creating content for her social media platforms. This internship was helpful in improving my soft skills such as communication, collaboration, work ethic, critical thinking and problem solving as well as improving and learning skills which are relevant to my future career such as learning how to use SEO's to improve her website traffic. The whole process with World Endeavors was very easy and stress-free. The program coordinator communicated with me throughout different points during my internship and the added bonus of helping with resumes and interviews was super helpful!”

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Longji QVirtual Finance Intern, Australia

“I was involved in finding and evaluating investors interested in the exploration and production stages of gold and base metals. I gained experience with basic tasks of a financial advisory company. World Endeavors has many qualified coordinators and cooperating companies, and they can arrange placements for interns in a short amount of time.”

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Sayvon SVirtual Journalism Intern, Australia

“I learned so much over the course of my internship. I was truly able to touch up on my writing skills (which was my biggest goal). I learned a great deal of professionalism and overall feel I grew as a person. I would definitely say this will benefit later on in my future endeavors as not only is it great credibility I can add for myself but I obtained useful skills. Also, I want to thank World Endeavors for everything, you were spectacular and incredibly helpful to me.”

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Aayush GVirtual International Business Intern, England

“Through my virtual internship I was able to build and develop new skills which will later be very useful in my professional career. Doing a virtual internship was the best decision I made as I was able to utilise my time in a productive manner throughout the covid-19 lockdown and I would like to thank the World Endeavors team as they were quickly able to sort everything out and make this a smooth and hassle free experience.”

How to apply for a Virtual Internship Abroad

You’ve decided to do a virtual international internship – congratulations! Applying for your World Endeavors VII 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 GAINING EXPERIENCE!

You’ve aced your interview and secured your placement! Now you’re ready to gain professional skills and grow your international network.