Program Reviews

I had such an amazing time in this city! The intern group was great at supporting me throughout this journey and making sure I adjusted. There is always so much to do and see. The night life is some of the best in the world and there are so many historic sites to see. The people are super friendly and welcoming, I never felt out of place here. I hope to return soon!

My internship was so amazing I worked with children in at an NGO for two months and learned so much about myself as well as children.

I had a great time, all the activities were organised super well and I felt supported to go about the city on my own through the programs help and guidance! It made the experience feel seamless and let me meet many people in a safe environment. I was able to enjoy my internship which they guided me in choosing so that I would get the best option for my trip and made sure that I was never stuck for things to do! From hiking, Temple tours and many great restaurant experiences, it was all a fantastic time that I enjoyed thoroughly!

This is my experience in Tokyo Program.
Really recommend if you, like I was, are looking for a international experience.
Fast and easy to apply, within 3 months everything was scheduled for my program.
The TIG team in Tokyo is great, especially the experience coordinator Erika. Professional and easy going person, always ready to help if issues happen.
I had some misunderstandings during my the placement with the internarional team at the beginning of the process (that's the only reason for the 4/5) but no big deal.
Of course there are things that can be managed better, but for what concerns the overall experience in Tokyo is a 100/100.

I took part in an incredible 6-month film internship in NYC. It might seem a bit scary at first but everyone that I’ve met there considers it one of the best decisions they’ve made career wise and at a personal level. The city was incredible, the people I met through the intern group are friends that I will keep in contact with forever, Brian was the best person in the program being super attentive, helpful and fun, the internship itself has helped me incredibly career-wise and I didn’t stay in the accommodations but I frequented them to visit my friends and the Brooklyn building was insanely good. Overall best experience I’ve taken part in.

It was an amazing opportunity to have some exposure in NYC. It was a dream come true. The Intern Group made sire the process was simple and not complicated. They offered various types of arrangements that will fit everyone’s need. They were trying their best to keep us engaged by contacting regularly and arranging group events. I personally opted for separate accomodation but i knew students who were with TIG living arrangements say that it was really good. Overall the experience was wonderful and helped me build my resume.

Definitely one of the best experiences I've ever had. Undoubtedly, it made me grow a lot personally and better understand the work environment. I think the most valuable aspect of the internship was the help provided in order to make sure everything went smoothly, from the process of the interviews with the companies to the actual experiences in Tokyo. The staff was very friendly but professional enough to make you feel in a safe and serious environment.

Something to have in mind, the internship is as serious and valuable as you make it to be. Of course, they try to find you the best most fitting company, but I think it's your responsibility to take it seriously.

It was an experience that made me grow tons as a person and throughout the experiences made me realize the place I want to live in thanks to the opportunities it offers and incredibly safe and fun enviroment.

Everything was great, I had no big issues, and every problem if should arise was solved with ease. Very great, would recommend Madrid.

I cannot recommend this experience more! I studied abroad in Madrid during univestiy and was dying to find a way back. I found a few internship programs and felt like it was my answer! After a LOT of research on the various programs, The Intern Group looked like the best....I was truly right on that decision! The entire team has been so supportive and caring both before and after arrival. If I have any question or doubt, they are quick to answer and assist. I have not once felt like I didn't receive superior support. The program itself offers a lot of activities so you never feel alone! I may be lucky, but the interns in my program have been phenomenal and we truly have formed a family here. We actively hang out with one another outside of the programmed events as well. There have been about 8-16 people here throughout my time in the program. I was worried about making friends but to my surprise, I have never been more social!

My apartment is great! I have a large room and nice kitchen and bathroom. I have seen quite a few other apartments and they vary a lot (rooms can be small or big, kitchens are very different, some cleaner/newer than others). Most are in ideal locations. I do wish they would be a bit better about cleaning services and you do need to clean your own room. Most apartments are mixed-gender and shared with people outside of the program. I haven't had any negative experience with roommates though! People are super friendly!

In terms of work experience, I have grown so much both personally and professionally through this program. I absolutely love my company here and the work that I do! I clearly expressed in my application my goals for work experience and they delivered! Working in an international environment has allowed me to learn so much more than I ever would back in the US. I work with people from so many different backgrounds, have learned how to communicate and work with people very different than myself, how to adapt to a completely new work environment with new social and cultural norms, and have truly narrowed what I want to do career wise. As far as an internship, this experience has been much more enriching than the internships I have had in the past.

Yes, you do have to pay for an unpaid internship but given the events, housing, and support they provide in securing an internship, it is well worth the money! I couldn't recommend it more!

My experience in Madrid was amazing. I was very lucky to have the opportunity to work for a very well established organisation. They provided me with great learning opportunities and treated me very well. I met some of the best people whilst living in madrid and I am still in touch with them a whole year later. Having the IG intern on my resume has also been very helpful when applying for jobs. I found that employers are very interested in these types of experiences and that it is a great talking point for personal growth and skill development.

I was originally meant to do my internship in 2020, but COVID made it not possible. The Intern Group, however, kept my internship available for two more years until I was in a position to do it again. They gave me very detailed and helpful information on getting to my internship from my accommodation which was quite a distance to travel and my biggest concern at the start. The internship itself was a real eye opener, seeing first-hand how a charity deals with all the donations and goods it receives and sends to places in need and there was a variety of nationalities working there which made it feel extra global and exciting. Hong Kong itself is a wonderful city; very friendly, clean and easy to navigate and the events organised by the Intern Group felt very relevant to the city and really got oneself immersed in the culture. Special shout out to Agnes who was always available to answer any questions, was very helpful with getting my phone set up for Hong Kong, showed me some great places around the city and treated me to the best burger I have ever had! The only negative would be the distance to travel to and from work every day. The Intern Group, however, did set me up with a travel card with enough money on it to cover the cost for the entire duration.