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Absolute Internship

Absolute Internship

Absolute Internship is an award-winning global provider of high-impact internship programs. They focus on career development and enable students to develop marketable skills and stand out as future applicants in competitive job markets.

Type of experience: Internships

Duration: 4 or 8 weeks

Format: In person

Where: Bangkok, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Hong Kong, Lisbon, London, Madrid, Paris, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Stockholm, Taipei, Tokyo

A group of interns doing some sightseeing

Areas of interest

Absolute Internship partners with over 2000 global companies. Depending on your degree subject/chosen sector, certain locations offer rich career ecosystems:

Business School (NUBS)
Top cities: Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Barcelona
Key sectors: Finance, Business Development, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Supply Chain/Logistics

Other HaSS (Humanities and Social Sciences)
Top cities:
Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai, Paris, Barcelona, Taipei, Lisbon
Key sectors: Event Planning, Fashion, Graphic Design, Public Relations, Creative Arts, Video Production, Non-Profit, Publishing, Journalism and Legal

Science, Agriculture & Engineering (SAgE)
Top cities:
Tokyo, Lisbon, Seoul, Stockholm, Bangkok
Key sectors: IT, Software Engineering, Green Tech & Sustainability, Architectural Engineering

What to expect

After your intake interview you will be matched to a suitable internship role, working for a partnered company within your chosen sector. Your role will usually be full-time (30-40 hours per week). You can use your spare time as you wish - socialising and exploring with the other interns!

Programs include career development workshops and resources to help you make the most of your internship. You can choose to add on cultural/social activities and trips to your program for an extra cost.

24/7 in-country support will be available.

Things to consider

Each location will have different local traditions and laws that you should research before you commit to any program. The codes of conduct of Absolute Internship and it's partner companies must be followed at all times.

Fees and funding

Fees start at £2954 and vary depending on your chosen location and program. You will be required to pay a deposit if you decide to proceed after your intake interview.

Applicants who meet the GO Global Scholarship eligibility criteria can apply for £3000 for a 4 week programIf you choose a program in Europe, you could also apply for the Sustainable Travel Grant.

Accommodation

Accommodation can be included in the program price. Accommodation is either single or double occupancy rooms (depending on the program/location) and will be close to public transportation. You'll be living with other interns and will have access to laundry, cafeteria/kitchen, common rooms and/or study rooms. 

Further information

You can use the 'Meet our Student Ambassadors' function on Absolute Internship's website to find and speak to a student who has worked in the sector/location you're interested in. 
You can also follow Absolute Internship on instagram (@absoluteinternship)