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Intern Abroad HQ

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Updated: December, 2024

About Intern Abroad HQ

Intern Abroad HQ is the world’s leading provider of international internship experiences, trusted by thousands of students worldwide.

Internships with Intern Abroad HQ are free. Our packages include everything else—from securing your place, airport transfers, and accommodation to local orientation. In many locations, meals are included, and we’ll tailor your experience to match your goals and preferences.

Our Programmes range from 2-weeks to 6-months and are fully customisable.

We make interning abroad affordable. Our packages start from as little as £20/a day.

We also offer remote internships for those who want to gain international experience from the comforts of their home.

Our internships qualify for Turing funding! With over 300 options across various career fields, Intern Abroad HQ can help you choose the perfect internship and guide you through the paperwork for your Turing funding application.

The Intern Abroad HQ team has years of experience in supporting our interns to successfully apply for academic credits from students’ own universities, and we already have arrangements in place with a wide range of institutions around the world.

Environmental and social impact has always been at the heart of what we do, which is why we have been a Certified B Corporation since 2015.

Intern Abroad is the world's #1 rated internship programme for university students and graduates. Our mission? To help thousands of young professionals secure impactful, real-world work experiences abroad.

Leave the details to us – enjoy an unforgettable Internship Experience

We take care of:

  • Securing your internship placement
  • Personalisation of your internship plan
  • Airport pick-up
  • Meals
  • Accommodation
  • 24/7 in-country support
  • Booked tourist activities
  • International reference letter
  • Certificate of Internship Completion

Planning an internship abroad can feel overwhelming, but we’re here to make it stress-free. Let us handle the logistics so you can focus on making memories.

Once we’ve secured your internship, we’ll cover everything—from airport pickup and accommodation to local orientation and beyond. In many locations, meals are included, and we’ll work with you to tailor every aspect of your overseas experience to match your goals and preferences.

Support packages vary depending on the programme you choose. No need to worry—our travel matchmakers are here to help. Share your budget and goals, and they’ll find the perfect programme for you.

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How it works

  1. Apply for free: submit your no-obligation expression of interest today—it’s completely free to apply for an internship programme. Let us know your preferences for destinations, programme type, and dates. Don’t worry; nothing is set in stone, and you can adjust your plans later. Once you apply, our programme manager will get back to you within 48 hours.
  2. Secure your spot: once accepted, secure your spot with a £495 USD deposit. This confirms your internship dates while we arrange and customise your plans. Your deposit cost is subtracted from your programme fee total.
  3. Get matched: our local coordinators use our extensive network of host organisations to find an internship tailored to your career field, learning goals, skills, experience, and university requirements.
  4. Pay your remaining fee: the remaining balance of the programme fee is due. If you plan in advance, you can access options for installment payments with zero interest. Check out our payment options listed below.
  5. Explore and do your thing: your adventure awaits. Our team will support you with each step - our coordinators, along with your internship supervisor will guide your experience, with an orientation, guided weekly reflections, support to earn academic credit (optional) and regular check-ins.
  6. Continue to grow: complete our Experiential Learning course to wrap up your overseas adventure and kickstart your career success

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Can’t commit right now but want to secure your spot? We’ve got you covered:

  • Refundable Deposits: Lock in your internship place now, and cancel 90 days before your travel due date to cancel and get your deposit refunded. Learn more
  • Buy Now Pay Later: Our Flexi-Payment zero-interest plans allow you to pay for your remaining programme fee in installments. Making your payments more manageable and stress-free. Learn more

Our Most Popular Internships for UK students and graduates are

Medical internships

Kickstart your career in healthcare. Our internships are designed for pre-med, med, and nursing students. Explore opportunities in 14 global locations, including Spain, Greece, Morocco, Tanzania (and more).

Remote options are available. Starting from just £20 a day, our internship packages include securing your placement, accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, local support, and more. Learn more

Psychology

Put your Psychology degree into action with hands-on experience in child and adult mental health. Choose from programmes in 12 amazing locations like Spain, Zanzibar, South Africa, Greece.

Can’t travel but still want global experience? Check out our remote international internships. Starting from just £21 a day, our internship packages include securing your placement, accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, local support, and more. Learn more

Human Rights & NGO Support

Explore 26 Law & Human Rights programmes in 16 global locations and gain hands-on experience in global justice systems. Intern to learn alongside experienced law and human rights professionals.

Remote options are available. Starting from just £28 a day, our internship packages include securing your placement, accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, local support, and more. Learn more

Legal Practice

We offer 11 unique Legal internships in diverse locations like Spain, South Africa, Tanzania, the USA, and more. Whether you’re into tribal land disputes, immigration and refugee support in Tanzania, or business and corporate law in Spain, we’ve got you covered. No matter your interests or study goals, we’ll help you find the perfect fit.

Can’t travel but still want global experience? Check out our remote international internships. Starting from just £22 a day, our internship packages include securing your placement, accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, local support, and more. Learn more

Environmental and Marine Conservation

Make a real impact by protecting our planet, fighting climate change, and conserving wildlife. Join our Environmental Policy and Conservation internships in breathtaking destinations like Tenerife, Costa Rica, Thailand, Greece and South Africa.

Remote options are available. Starting from just £20 a day, our internship packages include securing your placement, accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, local support, and more. Learn more

Marketing and Business

Step into the world of global markets and gain real-world experience in international business. Choose from 50+ exciting programmes in Business, Finance, Marketing, Tourism, and Media across 33 incredible destinations—or opt for remote opportunities.

Starting from just £20 a day, our internship packages include securing your placement, accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, local support, and more. Learn more

STEM

Broaden your global perspective with cutting-edge STEM internships alongside international scientists, engineers, and programmers in fields like Computer Science, IT, Architecture, and Engineering. Choose from 23 remote and international programmes across 21 destinations.

Can’t travel but still want global experience? Check out our remote international options. Starting from just £22 a day, our internship packages include securing your placement, accommodation, meals, airport pick-up, local support, and more.

Work sectors

hospitality and events management

Location

Worldwide

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