Education Internships in Vietnam

I was a TEFL intern in Vietnam for 5 months and it changed my life, both personally and professionally. I was immersed in the culture and community of Vietnamese people in a way that you cannot be while backpacking/travelling, and this experience has opened my eyes to the possibilities available with a certification like this! Tara at TEFL.ie has been so helpful while on this journey! I would definitely recommend this internship.

The highlight for me was reaching all of my SMART goals that I set before the trip. I ended up doing Muoy Thai twice a week and losing 9kg in 6 months. I practised my Thai and can now understand and speak small phrases in a conversation. I have tried different Thai foods at loads of different restaurants. I managed to create a healthy routine that allowed me to socialise, have alone time, work out and get work done efficiently.

Amazing experience, a great way to practise teaching, explore new countries/ cultures and meet likeminded people. Everyone on the Gotoco team was very welcoming and supportive throughout the whole process, they did an amazing job at keeping us safe and informed whilst teaching and travelling. I had a really good time meeting new people from across the world and forming friendships whilst exploring new places together. Definitely worth experiencing, such an immersive, rewarding way to spend Summer!

I had a wonderful time on the Gotoco Hunan Summer 2025 programme. One of my overall highlights was being able to explore so many new places as no two locations were identical. Every town, neighbourhood, or sometimes even street had its own charm. It made me feel like I could explore forever and still find something new. Another highlight would be every time I made a breakthrough with reaching my class. Being able to connect to them despite not speaking the same language fluently was special. I would recommend to anyone seeking a TEFL qualification or even just curious about China.

Overall a very enjoyable experience. The highlights of the overall experience for me were the orientation programme in Hanoi at the start of the trip and the end of programme trip in Hoi An and Da nang.

I had an enjoyable experience with Gotoco, which connected me with a camp mentor role at a summer school in South China. All accommodation and food was free for the duration of the work, and Gotoco also offered a post-placement trip to Yangshuo, and advice pre-departure re flights, vaccines etc. They also provide free access to an online TEFL programme.

Gotoco gave me the opportunity to develop my professional teaching skills in Thailand. Seeing the effects of my lessons on the students was so rewarding and getting to experience daily life within Thai culture was valuable and unforgettable.

I had a brilliant time teaching in China - very well organised and a brilliant way to experience the country. I especially enjoyed the fact that Gotoco handled our accommodation and food, leaving us free to focus on planning more engaging and exciting lessons for the children.

My internship in Vietnam was like a big adventure! I got to dive into the world of marketing in a country full of energy and color. Every day was different and exciting. I worked in Ho Chi Minh City, where life never seemed to slow down. My job wasn't just sitting in an office; it was about exploring the city, meeting new people, and learning as much as I could. One of the coolest things was working with a startup trying to change how people get their food delivered. We brainstormed ideas, made plans, and saw our ideas come to life. It was amazing to see how passionate and determined Vietnamese entrepreneurs are. Thank you AIP team for making this possible.

I was really lucky to do an internship in Vietnam last year. AIP was super supportive, and I met awesome people during the internship and at social events. Ho Chi Mihn quickly felt like home, and I made lifelong friends. It helped me grow personally and gain professional experience. No regrets, and I wish I could do it all again. I recommend this program to anyone who wants to travel and work professionally. This experience taught me that anything is possible, and you should grab every opportunity.

My experience in HCMC, Vietnam, was so impactful that some days I just get random flashbacks and memories that make me ache to be back there. It makes me feel so grateful and happy to have gone through this life-changing event in my life. I went to Vietnam to finish an internship for school out of academic obligations, but because of it, was able to make many beautiful memories and important decisions. From getting to travel to various cities to eating delicious food to learning more about my native culture/customs, I had an amazing time in Vietnam. I dearly miss all my relatives, friends, and colleagues I made abroad. I hope to return someday because being in Vietnam was so magical that I'll never forget it. For viewers reading this, you should check out my Instagram which details my traveling experience!

Vietnam provide me lot of new experience and knowledge. Since I am coming here, i do not stop learning, and the information comes from everywhere not just from the work. The people of vietnam are all very friendly and like to help me. Environment is also really nice, so i am often go to do a walk in the evening and seeing the beautiful rivers and mountains. It is a such amazing experience.

Vietnam is more beautiful than I had imagined. I find it incredible that Hanoi is such a bustling urban area, yet you’re able to find parks and lakes around every corner. The scenery wherever you go is just stunning. There are so many opportunities to fully experience the nature, with activities such as kayaking, hiking, and rock climbing. The support from Meiji throughout was great. They did a wonderful job introducing me to Vietnam, and provided me with everything I needed to do an internship there (as well as stay safe and comfortable). Without these people, my internship experience in Vietnam would have never been able to happen.

My internship in Vietnam was unforgettable for many reasons - good and bad! On the internship side everything was perfect from both the host company and Meiji, so I really have no complaints there. On the other side, breaking my wrist was not so fun - especially when I saw the hospital bill! Luckily I had insurance so I am not officially bankrupt, but I’ll take it forward as a lesson and pass it on to you - make sure you get insured.

My internship in Vietnam gave me the opportunity to learn not only all about the world of Vietnamese business, but also Vietnamese culture. Both are elements you cannot learn without actually being in Vietnam, so I’m over the moon with my experience and would absolutely recommend Meiji to everybody considering an internship in Asia.

During my internship in Vietnam I worked with an international imports and exports business. I especially enjoyed this as it meant I was exposed to not only Vietnamese culture, but I was able to actively engage with businesses around the world. Meiji put the internship together really well - everything was always clear and they met all their requirements as an internship provider. As a result, I would highly recommend their services.

I wanted to focus my work experience towards social enterprise, and Vietnam is one of the best destinations to do this. I worked with a small business that was targeting towards the agricultural industry. All the colleagues seemed like a family, so it was a really nice place to work at. I learnt a lot and they exposed me to many things I would have never imagined to see. It’s a super beautiful country too, it was feeling like a holiday at some times.

Loved every minute spent in Vietnam and I wouldn’t hesitate to go back again. Of course I went for an internship but I still took every opportunity to have fun and party! It’s ideal for those on a budget too, given how cheap everything is there. You can definitely get by experiencing a lot without spending anything significant, so it was great for a student such as myself. A big thank you to Meiji and my lovely host company for making me feel welcomed in Vietnam!

If this internship could be summed up with one word, it’d definitely be “rejuvenating”. My career was in a bit of a slump, and I have to admit it was hard to get things going again. With that in mind an internship seemed like a good option - it would bulk up my CV, as well as give me just the right dose of inspiration. Meiji were so easy to deal with, I was expecting the process of sourcing an internship abroad to be one big headache, but I’m grateful to say that is far from reality. Vietnam is an incredible nation full of some of the sweetest people you’ll meet in your life, they really know how to enjoy life there! I owe it all to my host company who not only took good care of me and always made sure I was okay, but also gave me exciting and meaningful tasks - so I wasn’t just making coffees!

My internship in Vietnam was a good exposure to a new and very interesting culture. I did my internship with Meiji Internships who helped me arrange everything I needed, that includes the accommodation, the company, help with all the documents, SIM cards, and everything else. My colleagues at the company were really helpful for my time in Vietnam, they showed and taught me a lot about the culture of Vietnam. When I was not working I was basically enjoying a long and cheap holiday! It was a really great internship.