While computers are used just about everywhere in the world, the best locations for computer science internships abroad are generally in the developed world, where access to reliable, fast internet is more widespread. Below are just a few of the most common destinations for computer science internship abroad.

Ireland. A leader in fields like agriculture, internet technology, and trade based services, Ireland is a major player in the field of computer science, both in Europe and around the globe. With an economy driven by technology, Ireland is a natural choice for computer science internships abroad. Professional connections in Ireland can be life-long valuable assets, and can even lead to full-time job offers if living and working overseas is your long-term goal. A lackluster economy in recent years has left Ireland with some hard times, but an influx of young and talented technological specialists is needed to right the ship, and the Irish know it. Another pro for your pro-con list: no language barrier means that interns can get all of the resume perks of having interned in a foreign country without the stress of having to learn another language.

China. Perhaps the most fast-paced economic environment on the planet, China could just be the computer science dreamland. Businesses that are desperate to “make it big” in the emerging economy constantly demand well-trained computer science experts. Everything from software coding to web design is on the table when working for businesses in some of the largest metropolises in the world, like Beijing and Shanghai. Given the global nature of the business arena in China, language barriers may be less of an issue than most interns would anticipate, as English is quickly becoming the pervasive language of the global economy. For a more sure fire chance of working in an English speaking environment, interns should check out computer science internship in Hong Kong.

Mexico. The highly competitive nature of computer science internships in the United States can often be too stressful and cruel for many interns to take on. But, many students don’t realize that there is an entire market of mostly untapped, equally educational opportunities to intern abroad just south of the border. Mexico is home to hundreds of major businesses servicing both North and South America, and the technology departments of these businesses are always looking for fresh talent to keep their technological resources functioning and advancing. Spanish skills will likely be a necessity in many internship placements, but for anyone with a basic grasp of the language (and a solid appreciation of delicious Mexican food), Mexico can be an excellent choice for computer science internships abroad.