“One of the best experiences of my life” – Ali, Intern in London

World Endeavors places students, recent graduates, and professionals in customized internships in 12 countries around the world. Internships are professionally and culturally immersive, meaning that interns boost their resumes with hands-on experience while learning a new culture, and often a new language. Internship placements are available in a wide range of fields for durations of 2-6 months, with shorter or longer placements available in some locations.

Why now?

Interning abroad has always been a good idea, but never more so than in today’s challenging economic climate. With the slow economy making it harder for students and recent graduates to find jobs, many are finding that an international internship can give them the edge over other job-seekers. World Endeavors interns return from their experiences abroad with real-world skills and a deeper understanding of their field, not to mention impressive resumes!

Why intern abroad?

Students and graduates who intern abroad find that they benefit from the experience both professionally and personally. For some, it is their first opportunity to work in an office setting; for others it is their first experience working in a foreign country.

International internships allow interns to:

• Gain real world experience in their field
• Learn to understand cultural differences
• Gain confidence in their skills and abilities
• Improve their cross-cultural communication skills
• Boost their resumes
• Establish professional contacts around the world
• Earn academic credit

How does World Endeavors place interns?

World Endeavors internship placements are individually tailored based on the intern’s educational background, past work experience, and professional goals. In addition to placing interns in well matched internships, World Endeavors also provides ongoing support and guidance to help interns get the most out of this life-changing opportunity!

Where are interns placed?

World Endeavors places interns year-round in the following locations:

Coming soon: China!

Where are interns placed?

World Endeavors places interns aged 18 and up in a wide range of professional placements. Many English-language placements are available, even in non-English speaking countries.

What do our interns have to say?

“My internship in Spain was by far the best experience I have had in my life! I recommend an international internship to any and all!” – Shanna, Intern in Spain

“I now have wonderful insight into the way a gallery is run, and this internship will help me obtain a job in this field.” – Kelly, Intern in Italy

“The benefits I obtained from this experience are infinite. I not only learned about public relations in general, but I also learned how a corporation functions. Finally, I also learned about how a cultural difference can ever so slightly change the generally accepted ways of functioning in corporations all over the world.” – Alison, Intern in Ecuador