Frequently asked questions

Great to hear that you’re interested in doing an internship abroad! The earlier you apply, the better. On average, it takes about 4 to 6 weeks to arrange a suitable internship. Sometimes it can take a little longer or shorter.

We therefore recommend that you register at least 3 months before the start of your internship. Also keep in mind that a visa process can take a considerable amount of time as well.

To arrange the internship, Abroad Internships requires a minimum period of 4 weeks. Other matters often depend on the country. For certain countries, arranging a visa can take 2 to sometimes even 3 months — so make sure to start this process early.

On our country information pages, you can read everything about the different visas you may need to apply for when doing an internship abroad. This is not required everywhere. For all other matters, we take on an advisory role and always aim to help you organize everything as quickly as possible together. Typically, this takes about 2–3 weeks.

Abroad Internships arranges internships all over the world for students from any field of study. It’s important to know as much as possible in advance about the requirements of your degree program and to have a clear idea of your personal preferences. This way, we can offer you the best possible internship opportunities!

You’re always welcome with us! Abroad Internships offers the best and most exciting internships year-round. Make sure to apply on time so that we can start the process properly — without any rush.

Yes, we also arrange graduation placements and dual internships. We recommend that you carefully consider all your requirements and preferences, and clearly fill them in on the registration form we send you.

Definitely! The vacancies listed are just a small part of the opportunities available through Abroad Internships. Let us know what you aim to achieve during your internship, and we will get to work for you!

It’s no problem for us to arrange internships for either shorter or longer periods. Just be sure to let us know in advance. We offer internships ranging from a minimum of 4 weeks to a maximum of one year. However, with a period of at least three months, you’ll get more experience from the company, making it a more enjoyable and valuable experience.

Sometimes. You can definitely register together, but there are not always two available spots at the same company. When this is the case, Abroad Internships will find two internship placements that are located close to each other. Be sure to inform us about your desire to intern together when you register!

Most internships abroad are unpaid. Be sure to take this into account in advance by, for example, starting to save early, applying for a scholarship, and making sure your DUO matters are in order. Sometimes there are exceptions, but even in those cases, the internship allowances are often not enough to live on for an extended period.

First and foremost, it’s important that you inform us about the issues. This way, we can prevent too much valuable time from being lost during your internship. On average, we can arrange a new internship placement for you within two weeks and help you get back on track.

Disclaimer: Sometimes, it also takes a little time to adjust to working in a new country. So, we recommend waiting at least two weeks before taking further steps. Try discussing the issue with your on-site internship supervisor as well. Often, they can help resolve the situation, allowing you to stay at the same company!

Abroad Internships considers the quality of your internship to be the most important aspect! We maintain close contact with both companies and students to ensure that your internship meets the required standards. However, please keep in mind that there are countries where the level of internships may generally be lower than in the Netherlands.

If we are unable to find an internship placement for you, or if the offered placements do not meet the specified requirements, we will refund your deposit in full. The only cost you will incur is the €95 administration fee, which will be deducted from your deposit.

For a detailed explanation, please refer to our terms and conditions on this website.

We cannot guarantee this 100% as we are also dependent on other companies. Our goal, of course, is to place all students who register. We will do our utmost to find a great and suitable internship for you! However, this process does take some time.

Unfortunately, it is not up to us to determine your salary; that is decided by your internship company. Generally, salaries for paid internships abroad are significantly lower than the allowances in the Netherlands.

Most internships abroad are unpaid. Sometimes, the company will cover your travel expenses or provide accommodation. However, in most cases, there is no internship allowance. On the bright side, this allows you to fully focus on a place where you really want to work!

In most countries, it is possible to have a part-time job alongside your internship, which is really convenient! It also allows you to experience the local culture. Unfortunately, in the United States, a part-time job is not allowed. However, in Australia and New Zealand, you can work alongside your internship with a Working Holiday visa.

Homesick? Nothing to be ashamed of. Most students abroad experience this, after all, you’re far from home and your friends and family aren’t around. The best way to handle it is probably by sharing how you feel. Your new friends abroad will surely understand exactly what you’re going through. It's completely normal to have moments of stress together.

For other tips, feel free to contact your consultant. We will do our best to help you as much as possible.

It’s unfortunate if things don’t go well. In the case of illness, you might need to leave the internship immediately. Be sure to inform not only your insurer but also your internship company, your school, and us! As for homesickness, we know from experience that this feeling often fades after some time. We are happy to help you through it. Unfortunately, in these cases, we cannot offer a refund.

The first payment is the deposit, which must be made before we start searching for internships. This ensures that your application is serious, as we begin working on it immediately.

The remaining payment for the package is due after the internship has been approved and accepted by all three parties (school, student, and company). This payment must be made before the signed contract is sent. After that, we will assist you with the remaining arrangements.

Your basic health insurance in your country often offers little to no coverage abroad, so it is advisable to take out private insurance that provides comprehensive coverage, so you won’t be surprised if something happens while you're abroad.

If your basic health insurance does offer coverage abroad, it is usually in line with your national rates and only valid in Europe (with an EHIC card). This means that if something happens to you abroad, your insurance will only reimburse the costs that are set according to your national standards.

Any costs above the national rates will need to be paid out of pocket.