Internships in Brussels, Belgium

1 Internships in Brussels, Belgium
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Global Consulting Programs in Madrid, Lisbon, Milan, Bordeaux, Brussels, Frankfurt, Rotterdam, Stockholm, and Vienna. Are you ready to move beyond case studies and solve real-world business challenges? The Global Consulting Program by We Find Group is a high-impact, experiential learning initi
A Guide to Interning Abroad in Brussels
Internships in Brussels
Brussels is home to a large amount of international organizations, both governmental and non-governmental, and therefore is a premier destination for interns who are pursuing a career in international affairs. You can find placements interning for political think tanks, activist groups, NGOs, research institutions, and more of the like. Brussels is one of the best places in the world to get an insider’s perspective of current events in the global community.
Brussels’ influence is not limited to the public sphere however. It is a highly influential global city in many aspects of the private sector as well. Those who are interested can find internships working in banking, media, law, and a bevy of other professional fields in which Brussels’ hosts some of the world’s top notch companies and organizations. Brussels is also a very popular travel destination with a storied history, and so there are many internships available such as tourism and hospitality as well.
Brussels is a multilingual city, so there are internships offered in a variety of different languages. French and Dutch are the most commonly spoken languages in the city, and most people in the professional field speak English as a second language too. Language learning can be a valuable part of interning abroad in Brussels, though most internships do not require you to be bilingual.
Life in Brussels
Brussels is a beautiful historical city with many famous landmarks, and also a very modern city with an advanced infrastructure and high quality of life. Old structures such as the Cinquantenaire triumphal arc and the Guildhalls on the Grand Place are strewed among the new age buildings of the European Union and business district. There is a large diversity of architecture in the city, which is also bordered to the southeast by the peaceful Sonian Forest.
Brussels is a walkable city, but when the distance is too far you can take advantage of the local metro or bus to get around town efficiently (a one way ticket is typically around $$2.50). Brussels also boasts a car-sharing service which began over a decade ago, but you should be warned in advance that the city has the worst traffic congestion in all of Europe!
Culturally, Brussels is widely known for its artistic integrity and delicious cuisine. Many famous artists have studied in Brussels (such as Renee Magritte), and the city is home to over 80 museums featuring famous works from all over Europe and the world. There are also tons of great cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy the best of French and Flemish culinary influences – and of course, plenty of Belgian waffles.
Salary & Costs
Because it is a global city in a wealthy part of Europe, Brussels can be an expensive place to live. In fact, the per capita GDP is Brussels is nearly double the rest of the country. There are no specific labor laws in place regarding interns, meaning that you can find both paid and unpaid internships in the city. It will be important to establish with your employer what your compensation will be beforehand, and also to map out a budget for the two to six month period which internships typically last.
Accommodation & Visas
Some internship providers will help organize housing for you in Brussels, either living with a host family or in an apartment. If you are left to find your own housing, the best strategy will be subletting a single room, as real estate prices in Brussels can be quite expensive. Like in most major cities, rent will be cheaper further away from the center of the city.
Residents of the European Union will not have to apply for a visa to intern abroad in Brussels. Those coming from outside the EU may or may not have to, depending on external factors such as the length of your internship, whether it is paid, and which country you are coming from. For more information about what visa you might need, you can check out our Embassy Directory to locate the nearest Belgian Consulate.
Benefits & Challenges
Be at the Center. As the de facto capital of the European Union, Brussels finds itself at the center of many important decisions which influence the entire continent. The feeling of importance here is palpable, and interns will benefit from the international exposure.
Get Experience. Brussels is one of the premier-ranked global cities in the world, making it a great place to network and pick up valuable international work experience.
Learn a Language. Be it English, French, or Dutch, Brussels is the perfect place to gain proficiency in any of these languages. Northerners typically speak Dutch and southerners speak French, while most of the country embraces English as a common tongue. In the capital city you will hear it all.
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Rotterdam Trip
June 05, 2026by: Derek Huminsky - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
Trip was great, would definitely recommend other people to travel to Rotterdam. Both our country coordinators were great. They were responsive and showed us around the city. I liked our housing situation too, as it was in a great part of the city.
Rotterdam internship
June 04, 2026by: Charles Busby - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I had such an amazing time doing an internship in Rotterdam for three weeks this summer! Going abroad was an amazing experience and getting to experience it with the help of two amazing guides from WeFind group made it so special!
Rotterdam 2026
June 03, 2026by: Maya Harvey - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
My time in rotterdam was truly amazing. I got to explore so many different cities surrounding rotterdam, as well as take the full beauty of rotterdam itself. We find group was amazing and provided two students that lived in the area that we were staying, and they showed us around and immediately welcomed us into the city. The relationships we formed with the students was truly amazing and they will forever now be our friends. Carlota was amazing through we find group. She was always very prompt with her responses and was always supporting us throughout the process. She went above and beyond to provide us materials to enhance our project delivery.



I had the best time!!
May 31, 2026by: Ruby Manthe - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
My trip to Rotterdam is one I will never forget!! I was placed at an amazing company where I learned a lot and had great experiences. My time outside of work was amazing, I had the best in-country coordinators that made sure we were always safe and having a great time.
Was a great experience!
May 31, 2026by: Theo Gerlach - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I had an awesome time in Spain. Not only was the size of the group perfect, but any time we had any questions, our host would be very responsive. The work itself was great, as we got experience working on real problems that these companies have.
Amazing trip!
May 31, 2026by: Ava Kolesnikov - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I had an amazing trip with so many new memories and friends! Blanca was absolutely amazing and so helpful. Madrid was gorgeous and would love to go back. My internship was not the best experience but those feelings have been brought up.
Great experience!
May 31, 2026by: Joey Mitsch - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I enjoyed very much the city of Madrid. Blanca and Cata did amazing in helping us learn the city, and they are awesome people! I met Carlota once during my presentation, and she was very nice and helpful! The location of Fuencarral was not the best because it was far from most places in the city, and there is not very much around the area. I was also upset with the disrespectful attitude of my boss at BIP. But on the other hand, multiple other workers at BIP were very nice and made the workplace environment so much better!
Best experience ever!
May 31, 2026by: Akshaya Mukkala - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
These past 3 weeks have been an amazing experience for me! Blanca Cata Carlotta and Paula made my travel and time so much easier and fun! I will definitely miss it. I do wish the accommodation was closer to the city area as getting food was hard. Other than that 10/10 for everything else!
Rotterdam is so much fun!
May 31, 2026by: Dylan Keller-Gray - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
This program was genuinely an incredible learning experience and so much fun. Our country coordinators made the experience even more memorable by helping us learn how to navigate the city and introducing us to some of the best local places to visit. I’m so grateful that I had the opportunity to participate in this program—it was truly one of the best experiences of my life!
What a fun start to the summer!
May 30, 2026by: Eliza Abbott - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I could’ve of asked for a better experience abroad. I felt supported and safe while getting a valuable work experience out of it. Mathilde and Marina were great guides that introduced our group to the city and had great recommendations. This really was a great opportunity I’m grateful for.
Incredible Experience
May 30, 2026by: Rachel Perrigo - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I had such a great time in Vienna, Austria. Our in country providers, Valentina and Alex, were fantastic and always willing and able to help when we needed it. The work experience was a very valuable introduction into consulting, and the place of stay was a convenient location by the train station.
It was a great experience
May 30, 2026by: Abigail Nahum - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
micampus location was definitely the only thing that made this experience not exceptional. It was frustrating to not be able to be immersed in madrids city life compared to other fisher global programs. Although it was nice. CBRE was a great company and opportunity. Blanca did a great job as well.
I loved Madrid
May 30, 2026by: Ryan Dickson - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I had a fantastic experience in Madrid. I was able to learn so much about the culture of Spain and see so many beautiful places. Blanca did a fantastic job of guiding the group and helping us all enjoy our time here. I enjoyed my company placement as well and was able to learn a lot
I had a great time
May 30, 2026by: Jacqueline Sterling - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I loved the placement of the company but wished their was more mentorship and more health of an environment. The location of the campus was convenient, though at time we wished we were closer to the city.
I had a great trip!!
May 29, 2026by: Kevin Kirkby - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I was in Lisbon and had a great time! I was placed in softfinanca and learned so much! The leadership at the company was amazing and everyone was super welcoming making me feel at home. Overall I loved this trip and would totally recommend to others!
Best trip ever
May 29, 2026by: Presley Dakoff - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
Mathilda and Marina were truly the people to make this trip memorable. They were always quick to respond if we had any questions and were beyond welcoming. It is bittersweet having to leave because I made such amazing memories here. Definitely recommend this trip to anyone!
Best time of my life!!
May 29, 2026by: Nicole Vezzi - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I had such an amazing experience working in and exploring Frankfurt. Our guides, Marina and Mathilde were excellent! They were very knowledgeable, helpful and comforting! I would recommend this program to anyone who is interested in exploring a new country and wanting to work in a new environment.
An immersive experience outside of the classroom
May 29, 2026by: Chase Sprenger - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
I had a great time taking my classroom French to the real world and experiencing the differing culture. I loved our company placement and getting to know everyone there. Florencia was a very helpful guide and our housing was solid. Though the location was not as safe as we would have liked, the apartment was nice
Amazing social and professional opportunity in Milan
May 29, 2026by: Alex Start - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
Overall, the program is well structured and a great experience for students. Each company is different, and this is where I wish my team had a little more rigorous work, but we were still busy all three weeks. Only thing is students shouldn’t be expected to work on Fridays as everyone skipped those days to take weekend trips. The accommodations were nice, but some students did not get ac during a 95° heat wave
A Well-Organized and Impactful International Experience
May 28, 2026by: Jacob Tartabini - United StatesProgram: The Global Consulting Program: From University to Consulting
This program in Brussels with UPS was an outstanding professional and cultural experience. From the beginning, everything was thoughtfully organized, and it was clear how much effort Carlota, Paulo, and the We Find Group put into creating a structured and meaningful experience that balanced professional development with cultural exposure. So thank you! I especially appreciated the opportunity to work closely with UPS and gain insight into real business challenges in a global setting. The experience felt practical and immersive, offering exposure to different teams and perspectives that strengthened my understanding of international business operations. A special recognition goes to Amelie and Victor, who were consistently welcoming, supportive, and highly engaged throughout the entire program. They brought high energy and deep knowledge to every hangout, which made exploring Brussels and engaging with the program even more valuable and memorable. Overall, this was a highly valuable experience that combined professional learning with cultural immersion in a way that was well-structured, engaging, and impactful. Highly recommended for anyone considering going abroad and wanting to gain professional experience from this too. Brussels surprised me with how much I enjoyed staying there!
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