International internships
for South African students.

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Who's on the road with us right now.

Students from South African universities. In 30 countries. Right now.

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Destinations

Where will you go?

Six cities South African students choose the most. Each with a local team, vetted companies, and safe housing sorted. Click any city to see what's open right now.

South African students on internships abroad
Platform & service

Choose your level of support.

From a free profile to a verified, hand-crafted one. You decide how far to take it. No hidden fees, no contracts, no sales pressure.

Free
€0always

Your student cockpit

Everything you need to plan your internship abroad, in one platform. No card, no commitment.

  • City-specific preparation checklist
  • Budget calculator with real costs
  • Destination guides & insider tips
  • Exclusive student deals
  • Community access
Verified
€39one-time

Verified by our team

Our team reviews and hand-crafts your profile. A verified badge and top placement in the pool.

  • Team review and a hand-crafted profile
  • A verified badge companies trust
  • Top placement in the pool
  • Most are matched in 2 to 3 weeks
Full Service

Rather have the whole thing arranged for you?

Our team finds and matches you personally: the company, the visa, the housing, a local mentor and 24/7 support while you are abroad. You only pay the full fee once you are placed.

  • Personal matching session
  • Visa guidance
  • Housing help
  • Local mentor
  • 24/7 support abroad
Voices

Three from our community.

Six months in New York City was the experience of my life, and it gave my career a real head start.
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Laura
Internship in New York
I found my placement through Internship Abroad's network. Four months in a Tokyo hospital taught me more than I ever expected.
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Jeroen
Internship in Tokyo
I had wanted to go abroad for years. Doing it during my internship in Sydney was the adventure I had been waiting for.
M
Maaike
Internship in Sydney
FAQ

Questions we get asked most.

How does the placement work?
You create a free profile and have a short chat with our team to bring it to life. Once it is verified, companies can find you and reach out directly. You choose who to talk to. No CV, no cold applications.
What does an internship abroad cost?
Open to Invites is a one-time €8 and Verified is €39. Publishing your profile is free. Living costs vary by city, roughly €450 (Bali) to €1,500 (London) per month.
Which destinations are available?
30 destinations worldwide, including Barcelona, Dublin, Lisbon, Berlin, London, Amsterdam, Bali, Sydney, Tokyo, Cape Town and New York. See all destinations.
Do I need a visa?
South African passport holders need a visa for most destinations. We guide you through the Schengen 90/180 rule and the right visa category, with help on every form and document.
Will the internship count toward my degree?
Yes. We work with South African universities and provide WIL documentation, credit paperwork, and everything your university needs for a recognised placement.
What does Pay-on-Success mean?
Publishing your profile is free. Open to Invites (€8) and Verified (€39) are optional upgrades. No agency fee, ever.
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