International internships

We geek out about interning overseas. Travel that allows you see the world WHILE ALSO giving you a leg up in your career? Here’s the what, why and where on interning abroad.

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Why do an internship abroad?

Think of an overseas internship as field work for your degree. It’s the opportunity to put your academic achievements into a professional workplace environment. And in a competitive job market and increasingly connected world, an overseas internship can be the clincher for making your resume stand out. You’ll build a global network, get international work experience and be exposed to different cultural and professional environments - showing future employers you’re adaptable, culturally aware and willing to take on new challenges.

What is an internship abroad?

An international internship is an overseas work placement that allows you to get hands-on entry-level work experience in your chosen field. Usually taken by students and graduates for either academic credit, over university summer holidays or after graduation – internships are usually between 1-12 months and can be paid or voluntary. For countries that offer an international internship visa, the purpose is for overseas students to learn from that country’s industry professionals, while also experiencing new cultures and ways of working.

Why intern abroad vs at home

Interning anywhere, home or abroad, will be invaluable work experience. But if you have the means, spending time overseas while you have the visa opportunity (and before your life’s circumstances, family or work commitments kick in) will hands-down be one of the most worthwhile things you’ll do. It can shape who you are – personally as much as professionally. To help get there, we’d recommend exploring university and government funding and bursaries in your home country. We also have our own Youth Access Scholarship Fund on our ‘How we impact’ page.

Interning overseas

What are my options?

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Just graduated and having a ‘what’s next?’ moment?

The UK is one of the top places in the world to do an internship overseas. But there's an expiration date on nailing that global experience and British accent. You must have entered the UK and started your internship within 24 months of your graduation certificate.

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