Program Reviews

Working as an intern in penetration testing, this has made my experience unique; the reason being due to this collaborative team environment. Support and sharing knowledge within a team helped me a lot during my learning process. I appreciated how open each one was to questions and eager to help anyone to further improvement.

This will also help future participants understand that they get to learn more by practically experiencing things rather than merely reading about them. The more exposure I got to a variety of situations and advice from experienced professionals the greater the learning on both personal and professional levels. I would like to recommend to future interns that they should be more interactive, ask for help whenever needed, and not miss any opportunity to learn whatsoever.

I stayed a total of 3 weeks in Valencia, Spain for the physiotherapy internship and I must say Intern Abroad HQ made by experience memorable. Everything was always so organized in a way that facilitated the entire process. I had a great homestay experience and was able to meet amazing people through the program. I also learned a lot from the internship in which I gained lots of hands-on experience. I would recommend staying 4-5 weeks if you wish to gain more experience as I only really got to practice some of the skills I learned near the end of my stay.

This opportunity helped me learn more about what I want to contribute in the field of psychology. It also helped me better my team work and communication skills as I had to interact with a lot people, many of which did not speak English as a first language. Learning how to work with people and learning how to understand each other is incredibly important if you plan on working with a diverse population like myself. Open minded and empathetic is also very important. My entire experience allowed me to further instill those beliefs within myself, and the kind of person I want to be.

Intern Abroad HQ connected me with a wonderful local team in India of dedicated professionals in psychology. The coordinator and supervisor were both sweet and they check in with you regularly. They are a great, supportive team. Through this experience, I gained a variety of valuable skills in my desired field. I was able to learn practical skills that will help excel in the future. I'm grateful for the opportunity to work with such a supportive team and for Intern Abroad HQ's well-structured programs. I highly recommend their programs to students who are eager to take on an enriching and fulfilling internship experience abroad!

I felt well-prepared for my trip, which reduced the anxiety I had heading into it. I loved the easiness of signing up but receiving so much support after. Once I arrived to Valencia I still had a great support system and was able to get into the groove fairly quickly! The cultural immersion was enriching, and I formed lasting connections with amazing people. I had the best time ever while learning experiences and gaining skills that will last a lifetime. It was an amazing opportunity to grow and succeed, supported by a fantastic and dedicated team.

i loved everything about living in costa rica and also got to gain marketing experience. my summer internship at the dive shop was an unforgettable experience. as a marketing intern, I gained invaluable hands-on experience in creating engaging social media content, designing promotional materials, and assisting with email marketing campaigns. the opportunity to work in such a beautiful and diverse country while contributing to the success of a local business was incredibly rewarding. I learned about the importance of sustainable tourism and the impact of marine conservation efforts. I would highly recommend this internship to anyone interested in marketing, travel, or marine biology.

I recently had the opportunity to complete my internship in Valencia, Spain, through the Intern Abroad HQ platform, and my experience with them was outstanding. From start to finish, the platform was incredibly user-friendly and easy to navigate. There were numerous internship options available, each clearly outlined with all the necessary details, making it simple to find the perfect match for my interests and goals.

The payment process was smooth, with instant confirmation and a prompt follow-up email from the Intern Abroad HQ team. Their responsiveness was impressive- swift and efficient at every step. What truly stood out, though, was the level of care and coordination throughout the internship. The team consistently followed up with me weekly to ensure that everything was going well and that I was having a positive experience.

Overall, the support and organization from Intern Abroad HQ were exceptional, and I felt well taken care of from the moment I signed up until the end of my internship. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking an enriching and well-coordinated internship abroad experience.

My experience with Intern Abroad HQ was very good, All the organisation was perfect. The local teams chosen by intern abroad HQ were very helpful and fixed any issues that arose.
The internship itself was everything I hoped for and more. The IT projects I worked on were challenging but incredibly rewarding. I was given responsibilities that allowed me to really engage with the work, rather than just observing. This hands-on approach was exactly what I needed to develop my skills and build my confidence in the field. I was also fortunate to work in a very fulfilling workplace with a team that was both professional and welcoming. They valued my input and made me feel like a true part of the team, which was a great boost to my morale.

The placement began two days before I left for the airport. I was given the contact information of my host mother by Intern Abroad HQ (IAHQ). It would be good to introduce myself and say hello, letting her know when I would arrive and that I was looking forward to meeting her. I felt this would be a good icebreaker, and I wouldn't feel like a stranger upon arrival. once I arrived in Valencia. A driver assigned by IAHQ picked me up at the airport. Dropped me at my host family’s address, where I would stay for the programme. She spoke no English, so I learned to use Google Translate to communicate from that moment on, which went fine throughout my stay. I took Spanish lessons throughout my stay to help me adapt and have simple conversations with locals and my host family. I also made sure to attend a tour of the main areas of Valencia and see some monuments to help me understand the culture. I ate local meals like paella and a lot of exceptional seafood, and I even went to the beach, a popular place for locals to relax after long weekdays.
My placement was with the global bee project(GBP) team. They are a start-up that provides monitoring solutions to apiculture farmers. This involves a product that can monitor hive activity and alert farmers of essential metrics such as honey production output, hive health, and intrusive activities such as predators, as well as warn them against theft. I was able to assimilate into the role very quickly by asking questions and making sure I was added to work groups such as teams and had admin access to several of the organisation portals, which included WordPress for the website and Figma for the data control where all the data from active beehives were being analysed.
Due to my previous experiences, I was comfortable in a team setting, so I built on that with GBP. I now better understand what it would take to excel in a team for an established organisation and how each member's contribution is vital to progress. I also had autonomy over my schedule, it was a hybrid role, only requiring me to be in the workspace for in-person meetings. I was given two main tasks:
redesign the monitoring product using 3D modelling via SolidWorks
This was a much-needed challenge, requiring me to dig deep into the mechanical drawing skillset I gained in my bachelor's degree and apply them to an industry standard. Redesigning a satisfactory product was initially challenging, but I persevered and produced ideas for change. Ultimately, the practicality of these ideas could have been more acceptable, but I was happy they underwent consideration and appraisal. I relearned Solidworks and its tools, and the application of a tangible product was invaluable. I see this as valuable as it shows dedication and optimism in the trial/error stage of product design.
Develop a plugin using HTML coding to collect data about their farm from prospects and provide estimated returns to them.
Although not foreign, HTML coding was still new when I applied it. WordPress was a new low-code approach that was quite popular with businesses. Hence, I learned to use it to edit and customise the company website. I also developed the skill of programming and deploying plugins into the website. Hence, I was able to program an interactive list that could take user inputs and convert them into useful information for a farmer.
In light of this experience, I have improved myself in more ways than one. Organization-wise, I am better prepared to divide my time between work and pleasure. I learnt to maximise my 24 hours in a day in ways I couldn’t before. My team orientation improved after having had the opportunity to meet and work with new people. Though working in a non-English speaking company with a handful of English speakers (not fluent), it was commendable that I could push myself and exercise patience in understanding what was required of me and carrying my tasks out, needing Google to translate less as the weeks progressed. I met other interns assigned to other industries at orientation, people from all over the world, and we became each other's support system and explored the city together. Thus, improving my communication skills and applying them successfully to build rapport with people I deem former strangers.
The language barrier was the biggest challenge, but having had the desire to learn and assimilate, I was not as restricted as much as I thought I would be. I had fantastic support from my local internship team and tools like google translate to support conversations. This would be fantastic for my job prospects showcasing my versatility and enthusiasm in facing challenges. I showcased desire and a positive attitude to new fields in the industry. I made very good connections to my surroundings as a testament to my resilience and willingness to grow. A very valuable experience indeed. I saw my potential in full flow.

As a marine biology student living somewhere landlocked, I do programs during the summer to gain much needed field experience. This internship was by far the best one I’ve done by miles. Everything we did was for a purpose. It was scientific, research based, and educational. I learned so much that will be useful as I go into my career. Beyond that, there is still a great sense of independence, and it was amazing to explore Thailand. Intern Abroad HQ was wonderful and super helpful while preparing for the internship. My coordinator was fantastic and easy to contact!