How to Find an Internship in International Business

An International business internship is of great value for students of business management, no matter where in the world they may be. An internship can help them get a job in the company they are interning it if they perform exceptionally well during the course of the internship. Even if it does not translate into a job, an International business internship can be a very attractive factor in the CV, which will create interest among future job recruiters. An internship abroad is also the perfect opportunity to expand one’s mental horizons, explore new cultures, learn a new language, network and make friends among people who one would have never met otherwise.

In today’s global economy, all companies and organizations are looking for people with global exposure and global skills, so having an internship abroad will be an added feather on your cap. Not only will you become more confident in your ability to handle any situation and interact with any person, you will also become better at your communication skills and management skills when you work abroad. You will learn time management, negotiation skills, conflict resolution skills, etc. In fact, anything and everything which is crucial to your future success, but which may have only been in the textbooks till now, will become your reality. There is no better way to master a skill than to experience it and live it every day and this what an internship abroad can do for you.

Here are the most effective ways in which you can find the most promising and useful International business internships:

• The AIESC is the first place you could look for openings as interns in companies abroad. This is an international, not-for-profit, and non-governmental organization where you will get information about global opportunities for youngsters, no matter which country you may be looking to work in. Becoming a member of this organization will open you up to a lot more opportunities worldwide in the specific categories that you are looking for, and even in the specific companies that you are interested in. These are open to those who have completed a minimum of a bachelor’s degree. You can also take unpaid internships or volunteering opportunities here.
• The next way would be to look online and research different organizations and agencies that help connect interns looking for internships with companies that are looking for interns. There are agencies that provide information about internships for specific countries only while there are others that provide information for companies in a wide variety of countries. You will find internships in different areas of business that will stand you in good stead in the future, such as finance, accounting, human resources, etc. You will also find internships in various fields, ranging from banking to tourism, healthcare to hospitality, non-profits to luxury goods, advertising, etc. It is crucial to go with an agency that is reputed and reliable. This requires doing a thorough background research before handing over your CV to the agency.
• You could also approach companies individually and directly, through their websites, and apply for internship programmes in their centers abroad. Many of the internationalcorporate houses regularly post about their internship vacancies on their own website or other online sources, so it would be a good idea to search out these resources too.
• Another more resourceful way to find internships is to first find out which are the smaller companies in your country of interest who are offering internship opportunities and emailing them directly. You might have a better chance at success with smaller companies than with larger multinational conglomerates. Companies abroad, especially if you are interested in interning in Asia or Europe, are looking for talented and skilled youngsters with a good grasp of English. If you are able to prove your mettle, you just might be able to land the internship of your dreams in the land of your dreams. Remember, just because a company is not so big or famous, it doesn’t meant that you don’t get to learn valuable things there. Sometimes, in smaller companies, you get to learn more and challenge yourself more than you might have ever done in a bigger company!

No matter which path you choose to get your International business internship, you can be sure of having an experience that will change your life and yourself for the better. Whether you get your internship turned into a job or not, you can be sure of having gained skills, confidence, friendships, and memories to last you a lifetime!

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