Why Intern Abroad with Isla?
Isla Internships Abroad places bold change-makers, humanitarians, environmentalists, health specialists, educators, social entrepreneurs, and more in internships with Isla's local and international partner organizations around the world.
Isla is committed to inclusive and sustainable global development with the belief that local people and organizations should guide changes in their communities. Isla works closely in the field with our partner organizations to provide internships that are a mutual benefit to the international intern and to the host organization.
If you are an undergrad, graduate student, or a professional seeking work experience in a global development context, then Isla is for you!
3 Continents
5 Countries
100+ Internship Partner Organizations
1 Extraordinary Experience!
Africa Asia Europe
Bulgaria Kosovo Spain India Uganda
Isla minimizes the stress of interning abroad with tailored placements and 1-on-1 professional, logistical, and cultural support before, during, and after your internship abroad!
What We Do For You
We secure your housing and insurance, cultural, and work place orientations, and relevant trainings.
We also help you enroll in university classes taught in English for transferable credits whether you intern in the summer or during the academic year.
And, if you want lessons in the local language, we can arrange that, too!
Added Value
An internship abroad adds value to your degree program and career plans!
We help you satisfy academic credit, research, or capstone requirements by tailoring an Isla internship especially for you.
Gain invaluable international work experience, grow your network, and make your resume stand out!
Featured Internships!
Our global development internships align with the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals.
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How It Works in 4 Easy Steps
1. Explore and
Discover the Options
Regardless of your choice, we are committed to tailoring an internship to suit your unique qualifications, background, and interests.
We match you with a partner organization that aligns with your skill set, experiences, and interests, while also fulfilling the needs of your host organization.
If you are undecided and need more help, no problem! You can still apply! Send us an email at info@isla-serve.org for help.
3. Internship
Placement
An internship offer will be sent to you with your internship description and Isla contract.
Pre-departure preparations begin with lots of support and guidance from the Isla Team!
You will meet your host organization's staff on an online call and together we finalize your internship work plan.
Funding your Internship is possible via national scholarships and financial aid. Also, discover what your university offers. Isla can help!
2. Complete the
Online Application
Tell us why you want to intern and provide us with your:
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University unofficial or official transcripts
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Your resume (CV)
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Two letters of reference
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$90 application fee
Isla will review your application and references and give you a call for an interview. We want to learn more about you to ensure the best fit internship placement.
4. The Isla Experience
Gain valuable international work experience, life skills, new friends, and colleagues.
You will gain personal and professional confidence while engaging in meaningful work.
Isla will provide guidance every step of the way before, during, and after your internship experience!
Testimonials
Alex Johnson - Public Policy & International Relations
Claremont McKenna College
Kosovo
“I reflect on my learning experience in Kosovo in two transformative ways: The cultural experience, and self-discovery. My opportunity to be in a new country for the first time all by myself taught me how to be more outgoing, especially considering the language barrier. I had to learn how to communicate without words, and how to use and read body language. I genuinely feel that improving my communication regardless of background has also opened my appreciation of people.”
Democracy, Governance, & International Security