Internship in Southeast Asia
Internship in Southeast Asia
Intern at top hotels and restaurants in the region, gain valuable skills, and get recommendations from employers. Find an internship that fits your goals and take an important step toward career success!
Internship in Asia: jump-start your career!
Internship program in Southeast Asia allows students and recent graduates to complete a professional internship in hospitality. Potential employers are located in major tourist destinations across the Asia-Pacific region and the Middle East. Participants can work in countries such as Thailand, Vietnam, the Maldives, Indonesia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar. Participants have the option to choose multiple countries for their internship. An internship in Southeast Asia is a unique opportunity for young professionals to gain and/or enhance practical skills in hospitality. The invaluable experience gained in luxury hotels, restaurants, or other hospitality venues across the Asian region becomes a standout asset for your future career. Upon successful completion of the program, participants will receive references from employers. When you enroll in the program, placement is guaranteed.
Program options:
— Hospitality Internship — an internship for students and those looking to gain international experience in tourism and hospitality. Program duration: 6 to 12 months;
— Management Training — a management internship for recent graduates. Program duration: 6 to 18 months.
Why join this program?
- Finding one employer before arriving in the country;
- Ongoing support from IEC and the program sponsor during enrollment and upon arrival in the country;
- Orientation meeting between sponsor and participant
- Room and board (unless otherwise specified);
- CV review;
- Upon successful completion of the program, you’ll receive a recommendation from your employer.
- Visa application fee;
- Flights;
- Transfer to/from the airport;
- Individual expenses upon request (e.g., health check/medical exam, drug test, courier fees);
- Accommodation deposit and payment for the first month (if required);
- Insurance (from €32 per month);
- If needed, 1–2 nights in a hotel or hostel upon arrival;
- Help finding accommodation if the employer doesn’t provide it;
- Visa extensions — if needed.
Requirements
- Hospitality Internship:
- Students aged 18–33.
- Your studies don’t have to be in tourism, but you should be interested in the industry and may plan to study tourism and hospitality later.
- Previous experience isn’t required but is a plus.
- No criminal record.
- Bring enough funds to cover initial expenses, considering the stipend (at least 500-1000 USD to start).
- English level: Intermediate.
- Be prepared to work long hours.
- Be in good health and able to undergo a drug test (if required by the employer).
- Management Training:
- Recent graduates (+1) aged 22–39.
- Previous experience in the hospitality and tourism sectors is required.
- No criminal record.
- Bring enough funds to cover initial expenses, considering the stipend (at least 500-1000 USD to start).
- Be in good health and able to undergo a drug test (if required by the employer).
- Be prepared to work long hours.
- English level: Upper-Intermediate.
Programs have fixed dates. Confirm the start date of your chosen program with your IEC coordinator. Program duration ranges from 1 week to 3 years, depending on the program. Submit your application 4-6 months before the program start date.
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The Internship in Southeast Asia program invites you to discover new cultures, develop professional skills, and grow your career in the hospitality industry.
