Do you want to gain international work experience during your UT studies?
Are you dreaming of adding an international edge to your degree? Doing an internship abroad during your UT studies is an amazing way to boost your career, explore the world, and gain valuable global work experience.
Depending on your study programme, there are different ways to make it happen. For example, you could:
Each option offers a unique chance to grow both personally and professionally – while experiencing life in a different country. Ready to take the leap?
The European idea is close to my heart. That's why I think we shouldn't just train students for the regional or national labour market, but we should prepare them for a role in Europe.
An internship abroad is more than just a great experience – it’s a powerful way to put your knowledge into action, grow your international network, and get a head start in your career.
You’ll gain hands-on experience in a global setting, develop valuable cross-cultural skills, and explore how your studies apply in the real world. Whether you want to build a career at home or internationally, this experience helps you shape your future in the direction that’s right for you.
Plus, international work experience stands out on your CV and is something employers everywhere truly value.
Below you can watch Felix Tieleman's presentation about his internship at MTU Aero Engines in Germany (recorded 28 November 2024.)
The conditions for doing an internship abroad differ per study programme. Contact your Faculty Internship Coordinator to find out more about the specific requirements and preconditions of your study programme.
Your Faculty Internship Coordinator is your main point of contact. They can offer support and advice to help you find an interesting and challenging internship assignment or project.
If you’re interested in doing an internship or graduation assignment at one of UT’s partner universities abroad, visit the Mobility Online Search Portal to check out the exchange options for your study programme. Once you’ve found a university of interest, discuss with your Faculty Internship Coordinator.
Useful links for finding an internship:
Arranging an internship abroad may take six to nine months. It is important to contact your Faculty Internship Coordinator as soon as possible to discuss your plans.
As well as checking your study programme's requirements and preconditions, other arrangements need to be carefully looked at, such as agreements, insurance, visas and funding.
Registration is necessary to apply for a scholarship, for UT travel insurance coverage and the emergency abroad service. To find out more, visit What to Arrange.
You may be eligible to receive a scholarship for your internship abroad. There are scholarships available for internships both within and outside the EU.
Contact the Study Abroad team for further information about applying for scholarships.
Visit the contact page to find your Faculty Internships Coordinators.