Gap Year Internships

Internships

Do you want to gain work experience? Are you open to the idea of taking an internship around the world? There are lots of placements in Europe, North America, Asia, Oceania and Latin America where you can learn new skills and boost your CV.

Best Intern Abroad Programs

Find meaningful internships at companies around the world which are perfect for international students and graduates looking to start a career. These internships can change your life, while giving you the opportunity to gain vital work experience and college credit.

Sydney harbour bridge

Internship in Australia

• 3-6 months
• Price from £795

Regent Street

Internships in the UK

• 2-6 months
• Price from £2,445

USA flag

Internship in the USA

• 2-3 months
• Price from £2,445

Female tourist Eiffel Tower

Graphic Design Internship in France

• 2-6 months
• Prices from £2,445

Paris metro girl Eiffel Tower background

Law Internship in France

• 2-6 months
• Prices from £2,445

NYC skyline tourist

Paid Hotel Work Experience in USA

• 12 months
• Price from £3,795

Auckland skyline

Internship in New Zealand

• 3-6 months
• Price from £795

Global Work and Travel Intern in Canada

Internship in Canada

• 3-6 months
• Price from £1,295

Thailand elephant tourist

Eco-Tourism Internship in Thailand

• 2-3 months
• Price from £2,345

Scuba diver

Marine Conservation Internship in Hawaii

• 2-3 months
• Price from £2,445

Mexico beach

Eco Tourism Internship in Mexico

• 2-3 months
• Prices from £2,345

Mexico resort

Hospitality & Tourism Internship in Mexico

• 2-3 months
• Prices from £2,345

Rome female tourist

Internship in Italy

• 2-3 months
• Price from £2,445

Fiji beach

Eco-Tourism Internship in Fiji

• 2-3 months
• Price from £3,145

Fiji resort

Hospitality & Tourism Internship in Fiji

• 2-3 months
• Price from £3,145

Tourists boat

Eco Tourism Internship in Costa Rica

• 2-3 months
• Price from £2,345

Instituto Hemingway hotels

Hotel Jobs and Work Experience in Spain

• From 4 week
• Price from €40

Instituto Hemingway business

Business Internships in Spain

• From 1 week
• Price from €800

Instituto Hemingway Culinary Arts

Culinary Arts Internships in Spain

• From 1 week
• Price from €600

Best International Internship Providers

If you would like to get a professional program, reference, and an amazing cultural adventure, then our intern programs will appeal to you. These reputable companies are highly recommended and can help you get an internship and work experience placement around the world:

Global Work & Travel logo

Global Work & Travel

Join an international firm, gain leading real-world experience, then watch future doors open. Find placements from 2-12 months, in 11 countries including Australia, USA, Canada, Mexico, Thailand, the UK, New Zealand, Fiji, France and Italy.

InterExchange

InterExchange

Want to immerse yourself in another culture while also making great strides in your career path? InterExchange’s career training programs are for you! Add international experience to your resume, build your global network, and take time to travel and make friends. Choose between Intern USA for students and graduates, or Trainee USA for professionals who already have a few years of experience in their fields.

Instituto Hemingway

Undertake an internship in Spain with Instituto Hemingway and improve your Spanish and improve your professional skills. Choose between summer and year round placements in agriculture, architecture, art, business, communications, computers, education, engineering, environment and wildlife, hospitality management, law, marketing, psychology, social work, sports, theological studies and tourism & travel.

Premier TEFL Internships

Premier TEFL

Premier TEFL offer paid TEFL teaching internships in Asia, Europe and Latin America. Get TEFL certified and secure a teaching placement with international recruiters and schools. Choose from placements in Argentina, Cambodia, China, Germany, Myanmar, Romania, Taiwan, Thailand & Vietnam.

Reasons to Intern on a Gap Year

A work experience placement on your gap year might not sound the most exciting thing to do but it is about more than just internships. It’s about your career! You will open doors, get training and support to unlock your professional future! This experience can also be a lot of fun where you get to make new friends and also get to travel.

The companies we promote work closely with participants to help them become the next global leaders through internship opportunities in an exceedingly professional environment. Enhance your career by taking on the challenge this is offering you!

The companies we work with have offices in major cities around the world and for decades have been offering an array of international study, exchange, volunteer and internship programs to foreigners.

Popular Places to Apply

You can find a wide range of paid and structured intern programs in so many different locations like Europe, North America and Asia. From huge vibrant, bustling modern cities offering to developing countries, there’s virtually no limit to where you can go!

Some of the best cities to apply to intern include Bangkok, Barcelona, Cape Town, London, Paris, New York, Singapore and Sydney. Or for a life changing experience you could apply to intern in rural Africa, Asia and South America.

Industries

We have several internships available in a variety of development fields. You can browse and see if there’s something that you are interested in. We also specialise in tailor-made internships, so be sure to contact us and tell us what you’d like to do!

Popular areas to apply include:

• Architecture & Design
• Arts
• Business and Finance
• Culinary
• Education
• Engineering
• Environmental, Ecology, Horticulture
• Event Planning
• Fashion
• Graphic Design
• Information Technology
Journalism
• Law
• LGBTQ
• Marketing, Media & PR
• Medical & Healthcare
• Non-Profit and NGO
• Pharmacy
• Psychology & Social Work
• Social Media
• Sports
• Teaching English
• Theatre and Performing Arts
• Tourism & Hospitality
• Translation
• Veterinary

FAQ

How It Works
• Find an internship
• Chat to a company to check suitability and arrange the placement
• Pay your deposit
• Pack your bags and book flights

Benefits
• Choose from so many different industries and locations
• Make professional contacts
• Experience how companies work around the globe
• Add depth to your CV which is important in competitive job markets
• Get a cultural experience like no other seeing new places in your spare time
• Some companies offer full time jobs on completion

How to Get a Paid Internship Abroad
Some companies offer paid intern programs or help with travel and living costs. Others might charge a fee, this can include reputable placements, travel assistance and accommodation.

Requirements
Whether you are a student seeking work experience after college or university, or you want to start a new career or just make a gap year productive, there are so many internship opportunities. Eligibility really depends on the company, generally anyone aged 16+ can apply. Language skills might be needed in destinations where English isn’t the native language.

Help and Advice
Do you have any questions about internships or careers? Join our work experience forum.

Similar Programs