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Internships Abroad

How would you like to develop marketing packet designs for a video game company in London? Or teach health and nutrition to children in Kenya? Or perhaps help indigenous artisans market their handicrafts in Ecuador?

These are just a few examples of exciting internships held by our students in recent years. Internships abroad are a great way to gain experience while also seeing another part of the world.

International Internship Programs & Organizations
If you want to intern abroad, the Learning Abroad Center staff can help you learn about programs that offer international internships. To learn more about these programs click on the below links or contact the Learning Abroad Center at
612-626-9000.

Study Abroad Programs that Offer Internships
Internship Placement Organizations

Independently Arranged Internships Abroad
Some students prefer to do an independently arranged internship. This is a good option if you have personal connections or job leads in the country where you want to intern.

To get suggestions on how to utilize your personal connections to secure an internship abroad, set up an appointment with a staff member at the St. Paul Campus Career Center by calling 612-624-2710.

Also check out The Global Resume & CV Guide a book in our resource library that has specific tips for resume writing and job searching in over 38 different countries.