International Internship Opportunities USA and Abroad

  Australia

• Melbourne: 
Melbourne
• Sydney: 
Sydney
• Brisbane: 
Brisbane

  Canada

• British Columbia: 
Vancouver
• Quebec: 
Montreal
• Ontario: 
Toronto,  Windsor

  England

• London: 
London

  France

• Paris: 
Paris
• Nice: 
Nice
• Lyon: 
Lyon

  Germany

• Other Cities in Germany: 
Augsburg,  Hamburg
• Munich: 
Munich (Munchen)

  Ireland

• Other Cities in Ireland: 
Cork
• Dublin: 
Dublin

  Spain

• Madrid: 
Madrid
• Malaga: 
Malaga
• Seville: 
Seville (Sevilla)

  United States

• Other Cities in United States: 
New York,  San Francisco

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Open all year

Description: ESFA Language Travel and ESFA Sejours Linguistiques offer internship placement services to university students, recent graduates and young professionals looking for an international work experience abroad.

Internships can be in any field, including but not limited to:

Education, Social Sciences, Library Science, Counseling and Social Services:
* Education (not teaching in classrooms): Elementary, Secondary, Special Education, ESL, Curriculum Development, Education Administration & Leadership, Physical Education, etc.
* Social Services: Youth Work, Human Services, Community Development, Social Work, etc.
* Social Sciences: Anthropology, Psychology, Political Science, Environmental Studies, etc.
* Counseling: Academic counseling, vocational counseling, other non-clinical counseling, etc.
* Library Science, etc.

Management, Business, Commerce and Finance:
Marketing; Accounting; Administration; Management; Operations; Finance; Non-profit Management; Sports Management; Arts Administration, etc.

Health Enhancement:
Fitness, Health Awareness, Nutrition, Health promotion and education, allied health professions, etc.

Arts & Culture: Museums, Galleries, Performing arts, Fine arts, Design, etc.

Hospitality and Tourism (12 months maximum): Culinary arts, hotel services, travel services, etc.

Information Media and Communications: IT, Journalism, Public Relations, Radio, TV, etc.

Public Administration and Law: Public Policy, Public Administration, International Law, etc.

The Sciences, Engineering, Architecture, Mathematics and Industrial Occupations: Natural resources conservation, Environmental Studies, Computer and Information Sciences, Math general, Engineering general, Interior Architecture, etc.

Highlights: Highlights of doing an internship abroad with ESFA Language Travel include:
- Personal advising and assistance throughout the application process.
- Follow-up and assistance during the internship
- Help with finding accommodations abroad
- Where applicable, documents and administration for required visa
- 24 hour assistance from ESFA and local organizers
- A great experience for your resume/CV
- A language and cultural immersion
- A great way to meet other like-minded young professionals and open your career possibilities to the world

Qualifications: High school diploma required. Candidates must be enrolled in a post-secondary institution, abroad or in the United States.

Some prior relevant professional experience is usually required. Candidates must have good language ability in the language of the country where internship is held. They must be mature, motivated and open to new experiences and new cultures.

Cost in US$: Fees vary by destination. Please consult us for fees for the program you are interested in.

Salary / Pay: Some internships can be paid or interns may receive a stipend. Some may receive free housing and/or paid living expenses.

Experience Required: yes

Most employers require some experience in the field where you wish to intern. Paid placements are only available for candidates with prior relevant professional experience and who demonstrate strong language abilities.

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian and European Participants.

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

ESFA Language Travel's Mission Statement: Advising and Promotion of language travel, language immersion, study abroad, intern abroad and work abroad programs for children, students and adults of ages.

Year Founded: 1968