For Students

International Internships

An internship overseas is a powerful investment in your future. Along with gaining hands-on experience and global skills employers value — like adaptability, communication, and cultural fluency — students with international experience often see a higher return on investment, including stronger job placement rates and increased earning potential after graduation. Research shows that global experience can translate to thousands of dollars more in annual salary, faster career advancement, and greater long-term career flexibility. Add in an expanded international network, standout résumé value, and real-world confidence, and an overseas internship becomes more than an experience — it’s a smart move that pays off well beyond graduation. 🌍✨

Types of International Internships

Affiliate Internships

Gain real-world experience abroad through USF’s trusted affiliate partners. These internships offer a wide range of destinations and fields, with options to earn academic credit and support for visa requirements if needed. It’s an exciting way to build global skills, boost your résumé, and expand your career opportunities — all while studying abroad. 

Affiliate Internship Application

Virtual Internship Application

Non-Affiliate Internships

Explore international internships beyond USF’s partner network and create your own global opportunity. These programs may offer transfer or USF credit and may provide visa guidance if required. Just be sure to connect with the Global Learning Office before committing — we’re here to help you make the most of your experience abroad. 

Non-Affiliate Internship Application

Independent International Internships

Found your own internship abroad? Make it happen! This self-directed option lets you intern internationally on your own terms, typically without academic credit. Just remember to register your travel with USF so you’re set to go. Take the lead on your global experience!