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Marketing, Advertising, & PR Internships Abroad

Engaging in a marketing, advertising, or public relations (PR) internship abroad offers an excellent opportunity to gain international experience, learn new strategies, and understand global market dynamics. These internships can enhance your professional skills, broaden your cultural perspective, and boost your resume.
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588 Marketing, Advertising, & PR Internship Programs Abroad

The Intern Group - Los Angeles
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The Intern Group

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Top Rated Program Intern Abroad in United States 2025
Internships in New York

Experience New York City, the world’s financial and business capi...

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Connect-123 Internship Programs

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Marketing, Advertising, and PR Internships

Step into the fast-paced world of global communications with Connect-123’s Marketing, Advertising, and Public Relations internship program. With placements available year-round in five exciting cities — Barcelona, Buenos Aires, Cape Town, Dublin, and Sydney — you’ll gain hands-on experience while building the international perspective that today’s employers value. Each internship is tailored to your skills, goals, and availability. Our extensive network includes top advertising agencies, leading companies, consulting firms, nonprofits, and innovative startups, giving you a wide range of opportunities to explore. Your responsibilities will vary by placement but could include creating social media content and campaigns, developing marketing strategies, supporting PR outreach, assisting with creative projects, conducting market research, and optimizing content for search engines. With flexible start dates and customizable program lengths, your life-changing global internship begins on your schedule.

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Forum-Nexus Study Abroad

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Traveling For-Credit Summer Internships in Europe

Complete an internship while studying abroad! Make the most of your summer by traveling with Forum Nexus. Earn up to 9 credits, including three internship credits, while traveling to some of the best cities in Europe with other students from around the world. Internships in marketing, communication, hospitality management, photography and videography, and management are available. Participate in professional visits at global companies and organizations and network with top executives. Gain valuable academic, personal, and professional experience that will set you apart. This is Forum-Nexus! Ultimate Summer in Europe: 5 Countries, 8 Cities in 1 Month Program itinerary: Barcelona, Rome, Amsterdam, Milan, Paris, Lugano, Lake Garda, Verona Program dates: June 28 - July 25, 2026 Shorter sessions are also available Visit our website for more details, including how you can apply for free.

Adelante Abroad

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Internships in Spain - Adelante Abroad

Adelante Abroad offers affordable internship programs in Madrid, Seville, and Barcelona in nearly every field. Each program emphasizes cultural immersion, language acquisition, and career development through hand-selected internships for each of our applicants. Adelante Abroad provides an easy way to get work experience through part-time internships in Spain. One thing that separates us from all other internship programs is the price. We guarantee we offer one of the cheapest programs you'll find on the market. Do a little research and find out for yourself. Our programs also focus on the independence of the traveler. Get the opportunity of a lifetime exploring Spain with a program that you get to create and personalize to your interests and needs. Our Spain internship programs are available in a wide variety of sectors such as architecture, hospitality, business, medicine, veterinary, LGBTQ, pharmacy, and other fields. Have a specialized industry that you are looking to intern in? With enough time, we can usually find a company that matches your interests. Visit our website for more information.

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VACorps

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Top Rated Program Intern Abroad in South Africa 2025
VACorps Professional Internship Program

As a participant of our program in Cape Town, South Africa, you tell us what type of internship experience you are looking for, and we will create a tailored placement based on your specific interests. We’ll place you within an environment where you will make a positive contribution to your host organization while gaining invaluable and distinctive international work experience. We find placements for any type of participant, regardless of the area of study or professional focus. We only offer internships in Cape Town because, quite simply, this is the most beautiful and dynamic city in the world. Visit our program testimonials to learn more about why our participants regularly have life-changing experiences in our program.

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MAXIMO NIVEL

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Intern Abroad in Latin America | Top-Rated Internships

Do your international internship with Maximo Nivel - get international work experience in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. - Education (K-12) - Special Education - Micro-Business - Hospitality & Tourism - Human Rights - Medical Please take note of these qualifications: - Interns should be fluent in English. - Spanish language skills are only required for Micro-Business and Medical internships. - Interns should be enrolled or have completed a Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline. - Medical interns must present proof of their medical training. Since 2003, Maximo Nivel has been a leader in educational travel and study abroad. Our work-study-travel programs host more than 4,000 people per year. We are a professional, ethical, and hard-working organization that is completely dedicated to providing a great experience to every participant, student, traveler, and client! Every day, we strive to set ourselves apart and provide the best internship, education, and cultural experiences in Latin America along with top-notch client service and great home base facilities. Live it!

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Asia Internship Program

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Top Rated Program Intern Abroad in South Korea 2025
Internship in Korea - Asia Internship Program

Korea is a dynamic destination to pursue an international internship as it is one of the most technologically advanced countries in the world but still maintains its rich cultural roots. With South Korea experiencing major economic growth the past decade, a large amount of working opportunities across a wide range of industries has opened up for foreigners to pursue. Through AIP’s award-winning international internship program, you are guaranteed to receive a customized placement based on your career goals and aspirations. Interning abroad in Korea exposes you to international work environments while developing your professional connections and network of business contacts. Our partnership with hundreds of companies including multinational corporations, rapidly growing startups, and charitable NGOs allows us to offer a wide range of placement opportunities. Regardless of which industry you are interested in pursuing, our experienced placement team is ensured to accommodate your needs. Apply today and take advantage of this incredible internship opportunity in Korea!

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Intern Abroad HQ

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Top Rated Program Intern Abroad in Spain 2025
Affordable Internships in Spain | Intern Abroad HQ

Intern in Spain with Intern Abroad HQ and experience award-winning, accredited programs in Valencia, Madrid, Barcelona, Tenerife or Seville. Whether you're a student, recent graduate, gap year traveler, or career changer, you’ll gain real-world experience in fields like Business, Psychology, Animal Care, Ecological Agriculture, Arts and Culture, Early Childhood Education, and more. Choose your start date and stay from 2 to 24 weeks - fully flexible to fit your schedule. Soak up Spain’s subtropical Mediterranean climate while exploring its world-famous cuisine, beaches, parks, and iconic architecture. Intern Abroad HQ handles everything: a guaranteed internship placement, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, 24/7 in-country support, and a reference letter from your host organization. Intern alongside English-speaking professionals or practice your Spanish as you gain course credit and save thousands on tuition fees. With the most affordable internship programs abroad, Intern Abroad HQ empowers you to boost your resume and launch your global career with confidence.

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Beyond Academy

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Top Rated Program Intern Abroad in Japan 2025
Tokyo Internships with Beyond Academy

Beyond Academy is GoAbroad’s Top-Rated Intern Abroad Program. Our Tokyo Internship Program holds a 9.25/10 rating from 60+ verified student reviews. We combine tailored internships, deep cultural immersion, and a supportive community to help you thrive in Japan — and we’re backed by 500+ verified five-star reviews from alumni worldwide.” Step inside Japan’s unique culture with an internship in Tokyo, where leading tech and ancient traditions meet. Tokyo offers an inspiring location for those looking to experience living and working in Japan. Home to over 50 Fortune Global 500 companies, a dizzying range of businesses thrives in the city. We’ll carefully design your Tokyo Internship Program so it has the perfect ingredients for your career success. From selecting the ideal role within our extensive network of partner firms to workshops and one-to-one coaching, we equip you with the skills and insights needed to excel in your internship and beyond. Our Tokyo internship spans 18 industries, offering start dates every month and durations ranging from 1 to 6 months. Want to stroll through cherry blossoms on your way to work? Hike the magnificent Mount Fuji during the weekend?

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AIFS Abroad

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AIFS Abroad Internships in Florence, Italy

An international internship through AIFS Abroad puts you right in the middle of one of the world's most beautiful cities—Florence, Italy. Placement in this artistic city is a wonderful opportunity to gain practical work experience while fully immersing yourself in a new culture. Known as the Birthplace of the Renaissance, Florence is full of history, unique culture, and incredible internship opportunities. Some of our most popular placements include fashion, gallery, business, law, and many more. As part of our program, we guarantee an internship in your approved career field. Through our award-winning professional development and one-on-one coaching, we get to know you, your background, and your career goals to find the perfect placement. Also included in your program are apartment-style housing, travel insurance, language classes, 24/7 staff, and social events together with fellow interns. Get ready to experience the rolling hills and ancient history of Florence with an international internship. AIFS Abroad Internships provide you with a career and life-changing experience in Italy.

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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization

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Ireland - Arts Center Experience

Gain marketing experience in Ireland's second-largest city, Cork! Volunteers work with various arts centers to help market themselves in order to create more community engagement. This program helps participants enhance both their marketing and business skills. Many of these arts centers provide workshops for children and community members, and they need your help to recruit members! In addition to creating marketing campaigns, volunteers will also organize art workshops, concerts and dance events.

Absolute Internship

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Intern in London with Absolute Internship

Our award-winning program gives students the opportunity to spend the summer developing their professional skills on a full-time internship in London. Live and work in this global cultural capital and leading financial center whilst building unique experience that will help you stand out in an increasingly competitive job market. Choose from over 30 industry fields including Marketing/PR, Entrepreneurship, Business, Fashion, Non-Profit and Finance. We organize company visits, career speaker events and workshops to help you gain valuable industry insights. Explore England with cultural activities, day trips and weekend excursions, including a trip to either Paris or Brussels. This is an all-inclusive program, including high-quality housing in central London, cultural activities, group dinners, and 24/7 on-site support. Absolute Internship has been featured in the New York Times, BBC News, Bloomberg, and Forbes Magazine. We have placed 4000+ interns at over 800 companies worldwide.

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CIEE College Study Abroad

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CIEE Summer + Semester Internships Programs

CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Find the right fit for you! Live, learn, and work abroad on an internship program with CIEE! CIEE Summer Internships CIEE Summer Global Internships are 6-credit, 8-week programs with full-time working hours (approximately 30 hours weekly) and a seminar. CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad are 6 to 7-credit, 6-week programs with a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and a 3-credit academic course. CIEE Semester Internships CIEE Semester Global Internships are 9 to 13-credit, 12-week programs that feature a full-time internship (approximately 30 hours weekly), a seminar, and an optional 3 to 4-credit academic course online. CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad Programs are 12 to 14-credit, 12-week programs that feature a part-time internship​ (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and two academic courses.

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Expanish

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Internships Abroad in Barcelona - Summer

Spend Your Summer in Barcelona: Global Internship Program | Summer Gain hands-on professional experience this summer with an internship in Barcelona. Over 8 weeks, you’ll work 20–30 hours per week in a customized placement that fits your career goals—available in English or Spanish across 11 fields, including marketing, education, and business. Your experience is supported by the Global Internship Seminar, a four-part academic course designed to guide reflection and skill-building. Earn 3 credits for 120 internship hours or 6 credits for 246 hours. Outside of work, dive into local culture with included program activities: Guided Walking Tour Flamenco Dance Class Spanish Cooking Workshop Day Trip to Girona Networking Event with Local Professionals Optional evening Spanish classes are available to enhance your language skills and deepen your cultural immersion. Kickstart your career in one of Europe’s most vibrant cities.

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JENZA

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Internship in the UK with JENZA

Looking to get ahead over the summer, need academic credit as part of your degree, or just graduated and wondering what’s next? Turn your academic achievements into professional work experience with a 1-12 month internship in the UK. What is Intern UK? A cultural, creative, and corporate superpower—a UK internship can add serious gravitas to your CV. Attracting talent from across the globe in every sector, from technology to the arts, you’ll learn from leaders in your field, build your professional network, and get that all-important reference to help launch your career in one of the most diverse and dynamic places in the world. How it works: BUNAC, our sibling company in the UK, is one of the largest A-rated sponsors for the UK Government’s Temporary Work GAE visa. Together, we provide the sponsorship, visa support, and placement vetting to intern in the UK for 1-12 months, with step-by-step guidance and access to employer directories on our Intern Hub to help find your placement. Who can go? We can sponsor most nationalities (except UK + Irish citizens). You must be 18+ and either a full-time degree-level student or have graduated within 24 months of starting your internship.

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Go Abroad China Ltd.

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Top Rated Program Intern Abroad in China 2025
Paid Internships in Fortune 500 Companies in China

Launch your global career with Go Abroad China’s Paid Internship Program. Since 2003, we have connected over 4,000 international students and professionals from 50+ countries to high-impact, paid positions across China’s leading economic hubs. Our exclusive network guarantees access to 2,000+ internships at Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, and innovative startups across 20+ sectors, including business, finance, marketing, engineering, and IT. No prior Mandarin is required for many English-speaking roles. We provide a complete, stress-free experience with all-inclusive packages covering visa support, accommodation, airport pickup, orientation, and cultural activities. With dedicated career mentoring, 90% of our alumni secure jobs within three months. Choose your own start date for programs from one month to a full year, and let us tailor an internship to match your goals, skills, and budget.

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Internship in Japan

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Internship Program in Japan by SEKAIA

Internship in Japan by SEKAIA Inc. (formerly ICC Consultants Inc.) Internship in Japan by SEKAIA is Japan’s leading internship program, connecting global talent with professional opportunities across the country. Based in the heart of Tokyo since 1988, we offer one of the largest networks of exciting placements for students and young professionals. Guided by our vision to “Explore the World,” the program goes beyond work experience—you’ll discover Japan’s culture, business, and people while growing as a global professional. From Finance to Fashion, Robotics to Journalism, Game Design to Event Management, and IT to Trade—we have opportunities to match your goals. No Japanese language skills? No problem. The world is open to you with SEKAIA. Our multinational team supports you every step of the way, offering 24-hour assistance, insurance, and personalized services to ensure a smooth and rewarding experience. Start your journey today—send us a message and take the first step toward your future in Japan!

Volunteer for the Visayans

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Volunteer and Intern in the Philippines

Find out why it's more fun and meaningful to volunteer with us! Volunteer for the Visayans (VFV) provides a wide range of program choices for people wanting to Volunteer Abroad in the Philippines through our local community partners and our very own community centers. VFV endeavors to improve the quality of life of the community by providing responsive, efficient, and high-quality community service through our programs and projects that promote self-efficiency, well-being, and prosperity of individuals, families, and communities throughout the Visayas Region. VFV has initiated programs to address issues in social welfare, education, public health, and community development in rural areas surrounding Tacloban City. The design of our programs allows prospective participants of varied skills and professions to get involved with various projects. We require that all volunteers are flexible, self-motivated, open-minded, sensitive to other cultures, and desire to challenge themselves in an unfamiliar environment!

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University Studies Abroad Consortium

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USAC Global Perspectives: Virtual Internships

Gain valuable career experience working remotely for an international company through a virtual internship with businesses and organizations based at our Specialty Program locations worldwide. Three-credit virtual internships are arranged by USAC Specialty Program directors with local companies, NGOs, and governmental organizations. The program includes an online course component wherein students learn how culture is reflected in the workplace and develop skills necessary for success in the global workforce. A 15-hour seminar helps them make sense of their internship experience and navigate cross-cultural lands. Placements are available in a variety of industries, including: * Digital marketing and social media management * Business * Event planning * Engineering * Translation * Social welfare/social services * English language instruction Interns complete a minimum of 120 work hours remotely (US time). This format allows them to gain professional work experience, learn more about a future career field, and develop an appreciation for the workplace culture of their placement country.

Linguistic Horizons

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Internship in the Sacred Valley, Peru

Intern abroad with Linguistic Horizons in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru! We are located at the foot of the Andes mountains between Cusco and Machu Picchu! This program is ideal for those who want to go off the beaten path to have a truly immersive experience. You'll improve your Spanish, experience local life, and learn about the Peruvian and Andean cultures. You will intern with a local Peruvian company or organization. This internship program allows you to gain valuable experience in your field of study. We arrange customized voluntary internship placements for each candidate. You can stay for as little as 2 weeks or up to 6 months. Visit our website for more details!

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How to Intern Abroad in Marketing, Advertising, & PR

Prepare for an Internship

Understand the benefits

Engaging in an internship abroad in marketing, advertising, or PR offers numerous advantages:

  • Skill development. Improve your marketing, advertising, and PR skills, such as SEO, media planning, and media relations.
  • Cultural exposure. Experience different market dynamics and consumer behaviors to better understand and engage diverse audiences.
  • Professional growth. Boost your resume with international work experience.
  • Networking opportunities. Build connections with global marketing professionals.

Things to know

Marketing, advertising, and PR internships abroad provide a global perspective on brand communication and media strategies. Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your experience.

  • Industry exposure. Expect to work on diverse projects, from social media campaigns to market research, tailored to local and global audiences.
  • Cultural relevance. Understanding local consumer behavior and cultural differences is key to creating effective campaigns.
  • Language skills. While English may be the primary language in some internships, learning the local language will enhance communication and your overall experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

A marketing internship generally involves taking on a supporting role within a company or firm. Marketing interns assist with ongoing campaigns or projects. Tasks typically include researching market trends, managing social media accounts, and participating in marketing events.

A lot of countries worldwide are ideal for a marketing internship. But if you want to gain experience in a global business hub or in a country with renowned advertising firms, head to Canada or the United States. If you prefer less competition, Ecuador and Spain are good options. France and Italy are perfect destinations if you’re looking to specialize in fashion marketing.

No, you don’t need experience to become a marketing intern. However, you must have a relevant educational background or training. You should also have outstanding communication skills and a solid understanding of industry techniques. A certification in Google Analytics or Google AdWords puts you ahead of the competition.

Finding a good marketing internship doesn’t have shortcuts. You have to be diligent in searching and comparing hundreds of opportunities. Start looking for programs abroad online and narrow down your options based on your goals and/or interests, destination, and availability. Look into other factors as well, including program fees and inclusions.

It’s possible to find paid marketing internships, with companies offering an average of $16-$21 per hour. Instead of monthly salaries, interns receive stipends or allowances. Most internships abroad, though, are unpaid but come with some perks such as accommodation, meals, and/or participation in social events.

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