Before applying for university, wouldn’t it be awesome to try out the subject you’re interested in? That way, you can find out whether it is truly for you and help give your university applications a competitive boost.
That’s where we come in. We run summer abroad programmes for high school students to give you experience in your field and jumpstart your career. With an internship abroad, you’ll gain valuable work experience while exploring the globe and making new friends.
We offer work programmes for teenagers abroad, where you can develop hands-on skills in potential career paths such as:
- Medicine
- Conservation
- Law & Human Rights
- Business
- and more
Specialised international internships for teens
We’ve crafted our high school summer travel programmes with your professional and experiential growth in mind. Designed for 14-18 year olds, our travel abroad programmes bring volunteers from around the world to learn and explore together.
Here’s what you can expect during one of our internships for high school students abroad:
- Safe, inclusive, and supportive environment with in-country staff available to you 24/7
- Comprehensive pre-departure support to prepare you for your trip
- Itinerary-driven experiences, with organised social and cultural activities
- Leadership and skill development in the area of your professional interests
- Airport transportation and coordinated accommodation with fellow volunteers
- Three meals a day provided
Our high school travel programmes run on fixed dates for two weeks throughout the summer. These include numerous destinations around the world, so you can choose which one fits best with your schedule!
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Medical Internships abroad for high school students
Are you wondering if medicine is the right career path for you? Through our programmes, you’ll gain practical experience in the field trying out various paths from dentistry, physical therapy, and public health.
What can you expect during medical work experience abroad for teenagers?
- Learn and deliver essential first aid
- Gain skills in measuring vitals and practice administering injections and stitches
- Shadow medical professionals and observe as doctors diagnose and administer treatment
- Participate in outreach programs and awareness campaigns in communities about disease prevention
- Assist doctors and gain nursing work experience on routine health checks and provide basic medical services to underserved communities
- Have the time of your life during social activities, cultural events, and weekend trips
Through our medical internships for teens abroad, you’ll meet a standard of universal medical ethics that we uphold. Your time and energy will be invaluable to the communities you serve and your professional growth. Want to know more? Read our blog on everything you need to know about our medical programmes for high school students.
Our most popular High School Special Medical Internships include:
Conservation internships abroad for high school students
Our conservation high school summer travel abroad programs will place you in beautiful environments around the world to help protect endangered animals and precious ecosystems.
Conservation is a competitive field, and early experience can be a huge differentiator in getting your dream university course or first job. This work experience could help you break into fields like ecology, marine biology, and environmental science. You’ll learn from conservation experts to help implement necessary protections to preserve diverse ecosystems.
On every project, you’ll learn specific conservation skills like surveying, camera trapping, and data analysis. On some marine projects, you’ll also earn diving qualifications!
Here are some highlights of our many environmental internships for high school students:
Community internships abroad for high school students
There is no better way to feel like a kid again than to work alongside children. . We have childcare-focused international summer projects for high school students on nearly every continent.
On a childcare internship for teens, you will support local teachers and professionals to develop your own skills, like empathy, patience, and teamwork. You’ll fully immerse in a new culture and learn just as much from the children as they do from you!
Some of our childcare projects focus on English education and learning through play, while others combine childcare with sports coaching:
Human Rights Internships for high school students
Our Human Rights Internships abroad offer a unique opportunity to travel the world and understand the challenges faced by different communities in various cultures. They provide an excellent opportunity to gain experience in the competitive human rights field.
Your work will focus on conducting research, planning workshops, and executing awareness campaigns to tackle real issues at the heart of local communities. This will provide valuable insight into local activism and give you real-life experience to discuss in your university applications.
“As someone looking to study politics in the future, I knew this program would be a great fit, but I had no idea just how amazing the experience would turn out to be.” – Alice W, Human Rights in South Africa
Business and Microfinance internships
We also offer international business and microfinance internships as part of our Flexi Programs. Our Microfinance Internships are available for anyone aged 16 and over, and our Business Internships are available for anyone 18 and over.
These projects are an excellent opportunity to gain real, impactful experience in a field that is otherwise difficult to build a CV in. They will also give you exposure to what life is like working in business to really help you understand whether it’s right for you!
Our Microfinance Internships (16+) are available in:
Our Business Internships (18+) are available in:
Jet off on your own internship abroad
The choice to embark on a high school travel abroad program will undoubtedly change your life. While learning new skills, making new friends, and experiencing a new country, you’ll grow and expand your cultural awareness and professional savvy.
These internships will be hard work, and the rewards will be well worth it, but there will be plenty of time for you to hang out with other interns and make friendships to last a lifetime.
So read our reviews to find out how our teen internships abroad have changed other people’s lives and get in touch with a Project Expert by filling out the form below to discover what you’re capable of.
“If you get the opportunity to go on one of these trips, seize it, as it will open your eyes to a whole world full of experiences that you just can’t see from the comfort of your home.” – Adam O, Medicine in Kenya
Want to join a High School Programme?
Speak to one of our Project Experts to discuss your requirements for your internship abroad and we’ll find the perfect project for you!