Virtual Global Internships

A global virtual internship is an online work placement that remotely connects you with companies and organizations worldwide from the convenience of your home! With a CIEE Global Virtual Internship, you can enroll in an online eight-week or 12-week placement in 30+ locations around the world to gain practical remote work experience while developing essential future-of-work skills like project management, teamwork, and cross-cultural communication. CIEE Interns can expect to work a minimum of 225 hours during their virtual internship to meet specific individual and/or university requirements.

Yes, virtual internships are the real deal! CIEE Global Virtual Interns work a minimum of 225 hours over the course of an eight-week (full-time) or 12-week (part-time) placement. Upon completion of the virtual internship program, interns not only walk away with hard and soft skills and an established global professional network, but also receive a Certificate of Completion to share on their resume, social media, and with their network! Take the next step by starting your application for one of CIEE's Global Virtual Internship programs:

1. Virtual Global Internship - 8 Week
2. Virtual Global Internship - 12 Week

CIEE Global Virtual Internships come with a host of benefits, including:

1. Having Complete Flexibility: Work remotely for companies and organizations across 30+ locations worldwide from the comfort of your home, no matter where you live
2. Gaining International Work Experience: Acquire real-life, project-based work experience with global companies and startups
3. Developing Future-of-Work Skills: Gain hard and soft skills like project management, teamwork, and intercultural communication while building an e-portfolio of practical work experience
4. Receiving 24/7 Support from CIEE: CIEE staff will work with you every step of the way, from a pre-internship online skills assessment to ongoing internship coaching
5. Being Cost-Effective Programs: The eight-week CIEE Virtual Global Internship only costs $1,450 and the 12-week program costs $1,750

Of course, there are a few considerations to keep in mind about virtual global internships due to the nature of a remote work environment, including:

1. Time zone differences between U.S.-based student interns and international employers
2. Fewer opportunities for hands-on work
3. Less cultural immersion compared to an in-person international internship

Yes, virtual internships are absolutely worth it! CIEE Virtual Global Internships provide flexible, remote work experience with international organizations, which enhances global employability. Interns develop valuable future-of-work skills like cross-cultural communication, project management, and adaptability while expanding their professional global network. Virtual internships are also cost-effective, eliminating travel expenses while still offering personalized placements and industry-relevant projects across 30+ locations worldwide. Though virtual internships may lack in-person interaction, the opportunities for professional growth and international exposure make them a valuable addition to any resume.

Yes, you can absolutely participate in a remote internship that's hosted in another country. With CIEE Virtual Global Internships, you can intern for international companies and organizations across 30+ locations worldwide right from the comfort of your home! Remotely intern for countries including:

• Chile
• China
• Czech Republic
• England
• France
• Germany
• Italy
• Japan
• Singapore
• South Africa
• Spain

And more!