Why intern with International Studies Abroad?
We provide students of all ages and interests a world of opportunities that immerse them in knowledge, culture, and inspiration. Browse our full collection of programs to find the tour that’s right for you—or customize a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you and your students.
ISA's internship programs have been intentionally designed with an ultimate goal of delivering future ready, internationally adept graduates into the workforce of tomorrow. An internship is meant to build upon the knowledge students gain in their university courses. In addition to providing quality internship placements, co-curricular dimensions of the program address both professional and personal skill development with clear learning outcomes. With a variety of Program Options to select from, we can accommodate any student on an international internship experience.
STAND OUT
Companies want
employees with
global experience and mindset.
DEVELOP
SKILLS
Gain new technical professional, and cross-cultural skills that employers are looking for.
EARN CREDIT
Add on academic credit through your internship abroad with University of South Florida.
GAIN
PERSPECTIVE
Tackle events and challenges with an more informed point of view.
IMMERSE
YOURSELF
Improve your language skills and build out your international network.
4 Steps to Start Your Next Adventure

1. Select your program
Choose an on-site or global remote placement and select your destination. Then select your duration and start date.

2. Submit your application by the deadline
Application deadlines vary. Be sure to check our chart on page 9 and set a calendar reminder if you need to. There are a handful of materials you’ll need to submit, so you’ll want to give yourself time.

3. Participate in an advising session and the matching process
Discuss resume/cover letter edits, goals for your internship, skills you bring, and your program expectations. Then, interview with a potential company (anywhere from 1 week after advising session to 10 weeks after advising session).

4. Accept your internship
Say yes and prepare for your internship! Research the company you will be working for and the cultural norms of your host country.
What's Included
CUSTOM-MATCHED INTERNSHIP PLACEMENT
INCLUSIVE ADVISING & SUPPORT
ON-SITE ORIENTATION
FULL-TIME RESIDENT STAFF
PERSONAL PROGRAM MANAGER
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT TOOLBOX
24-HOUR EMERGENCY SUPPORT
PLACEMENT SUPERVISION
CULTURAL ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
VISA SUPPORT
HOUSING
AIRPORT RECEPTION
Financing
Below is a list of various resources to help you fund your program. We also encourage you to speak with your campus study abroad office.
Alumni Survey - Interns Agree That...

The experience helped them build their soft skills (adaptability, teamwork, communication, etc.)

They have talked about their international internship experience in interviews

Having an international internship on their resume gave them an advantage over their peers