Australia
United States
Emirates
Spain
France
Mexico
Portugal
Dominican Republic
ThailandFREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Please note that the following information is general; each program has specific eligibility requirements, dates, and fees. We recommend downloading the brochure for the program you are interested in to get more information.
PROGRAMS & INVESTMENT
You can schedule a call through Schedule a Consultation Call by clicking here; after completing your information, select any of our recruiters to choose the time slot that best suits you.
If you are currently enrolled in an educational institution, or are a recent graduate with a university degree related to an internship in the program, you may be eligible.
If you graduated more than 12 months ago, you are still eligible to apply for our hospitality programs in the United States, United Arab Emirates, and the professional programs in the United States and Spain.
Age between 18 and 27 years old.
Be able to meet the visa requirements depending on the destination.
Conversational level of Spanish, English, or French depending on the destination.
Program Destination Registration (USD) Placement (USD) Total Fees
Hospitality USA (6-months) $390 $3,400 $3,590
USA (12-months) $390 $3,800 $4,190
All other programs $390 $ 1,500 $1,490
Professional USA $390 $3,800 $3,740
All other programs $390 $1,500 $1,490
We currently have 8 destinations available for the hospitality program and 3 destinations available exclusively for the professional program. However, we are working to open more destination options as soon as possible, so stay tuned!
No, we no longer offer summer programs, as the duration is too short for you to gain the desired level of professional experience within an internship.
No, we do not have a public list of available companies due to privacy policies; however, you can check our open vacancies here, and some of them specify the company.
Your registration fee initiates your process, which includes CV evaluation, interview coaching, and a guaranteed internship offer.
The placement fee covers the placement process once you have received an internship offer, visa assistance, application tracking, arrival orientation, course, and an internship certificate. For the United States program, visa sponsorship and insurance are also included.
No, plane tickets are not included, and we recommend purchasing them only after your visa has been approved to avoid inconveniences.
Only the U.S. program includes insurance. We invite you to obtain one on your own or choose the one we offer. For more details, visit: worldwideinternships.org/seguro
For internships where you receive a stipend, it can help cover food and local transportation expenses. However, we recommend budgeting between 300 USD and 500 USD per month for recreational activities.
As mentioned above, we have two different fees. The registration fee is paid once you decide to start your process. The placement fee is paid at most 2 days after you receive and accept your internship offer.
You can pay via PayPal or bank transfer. Once it is time to cover the fee, we will provide you with the necessary information.
Yes, you can defer your placement fee.
If you pay with a credit card, you can defer the payment through PayPal with an interest rate of 22%.
We also have a payment plan if you enroll at least 6 months prior to your start date. Contact your recruiter and mention this when you book a call to receive more information.
THE INTERNSHIP PROCESS
Choose the programs that interest you
Schedule a call to confirm your eligibility
Pay the registration fee and submit your documents
Receive an internship offer
Apply for your visa
Once you present all the documents listed in your acceptance letter and submit your registration fee payment receipt.
Yes, but it depends entirely on the visa and your profile. It will also depend on the company where you are completing your internship.
WhatsApp and email are great communication channels, but all documents must be submitted through the links we provide.
Yes, we assist you with all documents requested by your university to obtain accreditation. Host companies are also aware that you may need to complete evaluations during and after the internship for your university.
For hospitality in Spain, you can select top 5 companies from the available host companies.
For other destinations, you can visit the vacancies format and select the top 3 or 5 options from there.
You can let us know your preferences and we will do our best to place you in that specific location; however, we ask that you remain flexible and open to other opportunities, keeping in mind that we cannot guarantee a specific city as it depends directly on the company’s process.
The average time to receive an offer is 4 weeks after starting the placement process. However, it varies greatly depending on your profile, available vacancies, destination, and time of application.
We guarantee that you will receive an internship offer within a maximum of 12 weeks. In the event that you reach week 12 without receiving an offer, you will have the option to receive a refund or continue with the process.
You apply directly to a single position for the duration of your internship. The company’s position might involve rotating through different departments.
You apply directly to a single position for the duration of your internship. The company’s position might involve rotating through different departments. The average is usually 32 to 40 hours per week, with at least 1 day off per week. You will most likely have a rotating schedule (not always Monday through Saturday); whether you get one or two days off on weekends or another day of the week depends on the company and your position.
VISA AND VACCINATION
Visa restrictions vary depending on nationality and preferred destinations; you must check this in advance, and we can assist you during the consultation call. We apologize if some of our programs are not available for your specific case.
No, all visa applications are a personal process. However, we assist you by providing the information requested by the embassy, visa type, required documents, processing time, and cost.
We will also provide templates such as university agreements, recommendation letters, work reference letters, and other related documents. We will review your documents to ensure proper submission to the embassy.
Please note that the visa process is independent of the internship placement process and, therefore, visa approval cannot be guaranteed.
All nationalities (except U.S. citizens) require a J1 visa with a sponsorship package for the program to take place. It is a fee paid to an extension of the United States government; the price is not determined by us. Other visa types cannot be used.
If your visa is not approved, you must submit a second application after we review all your application documents again. If you decide not to do so, no refund will apply.
Having a complete vaccination record is one of the main requirements for travel today. However, if you are not vaccinated or do not have an approved vaccine, you must be aware of the requirements you may need to follow before traveling, such as quarantines, negative COVID tests, mandatory quarantine, recovery certificates, among others.
If you do not have an approved vaccine, it is recommended to try to obtain a complete and approved vaccination record.
You must notify your host company about any travel, and you are strictly prohibited from leaving the company without prior notice. It is your responsibility to check visa restrictions regarding international travel, as some visas may not allow re-entry once you leave the country.