Simple 5-Step Process

How Internship Abroad works

From your first click to your first day on the job abroad. A clear, personal process with no guesswork and no stress.

The Process

Five steps to your internship abroad

Whether you choose the Living Profile or Full Service, here is what happens next.

1

Create your Living Profile

Sign up and build your professional digital profile. Add your video introduction, portfolio pieces, skills, and experience. This takes about 30 minutes and costs just £15. Once live, your profile is visible to 300+ verified partner companies worldwide.

2

Personal consultation

If you opt for Full Service, we schedule a one-to-one intake interview. We discuss your career goals, academic requirements, preferred destinations, budget, and timeline. This conversation shapes everything that follows.

3

Company matching

Our local teams in 15+ destinations review your profile and goals, then curate a shortlist of companies. You review the options, we arrange interviews, and together we find the right fit. This typically takes 2-4 weeks.

4

Admin and preparation

Once matched, we handle the paperwork. Visa guidance, accommodation booking, insurance advice, travel planning, and university documentation. You get a pre-departure briefing with everything you need to know.

5

Arrive and thrive

Your local mentor meets you on arrival, helps you settle into your accommodation, and introduces you to your workplace. Throughout your placement, you have weekly check-ins, access to a community of fellow interns, and our 24/7 support line for anything urgent.

Our Story

Built by people who have been there

Internship Abroad was founded by a team that experienced first-hand the challenges of finding quality international work placements. The agencies were expensive, the information was scattered, and the support was minimal once you landed.

We built the platform we wished we had: a transparent, technology-driven service with local teams in every destination, verified companies, and genuine support from application to completion. Today, we connect UK university students with career-defining opportunities in over 30 countries - and we are just getting started.

We believe every student deserves access to international experience, regardless of their background. That is why we offer a £15 Living Profile for independent explorers alongside our comprehensive Full Placement Service. There is always a path forward.

Two Internship Abroad team members working together on a laptop at a cafe in Bali
Our team in Bali - where the work happens
The People

Meet the team

A small, international team based between the Netherlands, Bali, and Sardinia. No corporate office, no traditional employees - just people who believe in connecting students with life-changing experiences.

Daniel - Founder of Internship Abroad

Daniel

Founder

Bregje - Student Communications at Internship Abroad

Bregje

Student Communications

Internship Abroad team members walking on a tropical veranda in branded shirts
Why Us

What makes Internship Abroad different

We are not just an agency. We are a platform with local teams, verified companies, and a system that works.

Local teams, not remote agents

We have permanent staff in every major destination. They know the companies, the culture, and the city. When something comes up, there is a real person down the road - not a helpline in a different time zone.

Every company is verified

Our team personally visits and vets every partner company. We check working conditions, mentoring quality, and past intern feedback. If a company does not meet our standards, they are not on the platform.

Fair, transparent pricing

No hidden fees, no surprise charges. The Living Profile is £15. Full Service starts from £1,200 with a pay-on-success model. You know exactly what you are paying for, and you only pay in full once placed.

University-aligned placements

We work with UK universities to ensure placements meet academic requirements. Whether it is a sandwich year, placement module, or Turing Scheme - we provide the documentation your institution needs.

Accommodation sorted

Safe, vetted housing close to your workplace - from shared student flats to homestays. Everything is inspected and booked before you arrive, so you can focus on what matters.

24/7 support line

Emergency support around the clock. Travel issues, work concerns, or homesickness - we are a call away. Your safety and wellbeing always come first.

By the Numbers

Internship Abroad at a glance

30+

Destinations worldwide

From Bali to Berlin, Cape Town to New York - opportunities on every continent.

300+

Verified partner companies

Every company personally vetted by our local teams for quality, safety, and learning value.

15+

Local support teams

Permanent staff on the ground in major destinations - not freelancers, not call centres.

Student Stories

Hear from students who have been there

★★★★★

My internship in Bali completely changed my career trajectory. The team matched me with a digital marketing agency that aligned perfectly with my uni module, and the local support was incredible.

EH
Emily H.
University of Leeds - Marketing, Bali 2025
★★★★★

The whole process was seamless. From the initial consultation to arriving in Barcelona, everything was taken care of. The company even offered me a remote role afterwards.

JT
James T.
UCL - Business Management, Barcelona 2025
★★★★★

Cape Town was extraordinary. I worked in conservation alongside the most passionate people, and the cultural immersion was something no classroom could replicate.

SR
Sophie R.
University of Edinburgh - Environmental Science, Cape Town 2025
Common Questions

How it works - FAQ

From your initial consultation to a confirmed placement typically takes 2-4 weeks. We recommend starting the process at least 3 months before your desired start date to allow time for visa applications and travel arrangements.

No prior work experience is required. Our partner companies offer positions suitable for all levels, from first-year students to final-year undergraduates. Your Living Profile helps showcase your skills, personality, and potential beyond just a traditional CV.

Your local mentor is there to resolve any workplace issues. If a placement genuinely does not work out, we will work with you and our partner network to find an alternative placement at your destination. Your wellbeing always comes first.

Absolutely. During your consultation, we discuss your preferred destinations and match you accordingly. We offer placements in over 30 countries, so there is plenty of choice. We will also suggest destinations you might not have considered based on your goals.

In most cases, yes. We work with UK universities to ensure placements meet requirements for sandwich years, placement modules, and Turing Scheme criteria. We provide formal documentation, supervisor reports, and learning agreements as needed.

Every Full Service student has a local mentor who handles onboarding, runs weekly check-ins, and resolves any issues. You also get our 24/7 emergency support line and a community of fellow interns at your destination.

Your international career starts here

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