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Gain valuable experience in the field of social work, for example in Barcelona, Bali, the Dominican Republic or Australia. Work on international projects and help local communities while expanding your professional skills and exploring the world.
Your internship abroad can begin.
Your internship abroad
awaits you.
An internship abroad in the field of social work is one of our most frequently booked options, and not without reason. Here you immerse yourself in new cultures, fulfill the requirements of a mandatory university internship and gain invaluable work experience. Here are the 4 most common reasons why people choose a social work internship with us:
Cultural experience
Experience what it's like to work on diverse and intercultural projects and expand your portfolio.
Recognized internships
With us you will receive ECTS for your social work studies, and often also funding through the Erasmus+ program.
Flexible planning
Every internship is unique. Choose from a variety of locations and customize your internship to fit your schedule.
Professional development
During your internship, you will develop your skills and gain valuable professional experience for future job opportunities.
Our most popular social work internships
Social work internships abroad with SGA
Going abroad as an intern in just a few steps
Experience an extraordinary journey as a social work intern, where every day brings new challenges and enriching experiences. Immerse yourself in different cultures and communities, far off the beaten track. In projects such as the preschool and elementary school in Bali or the special needs school in the Dominican Republic, you will experience first-hand how your support has a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. Support teachers in the classroom, organize leisure activities or promote environmental awareness - your ideas are welcome and in demand! You will work directly with local people, develop sustainable concepts and experience the beauty of the local nature and culture. Our process is uncomplicated and individual: register for free, get advice and we will find you the right position. We accompany you from the placement to your unforgettable internship experience. Ideal for anyone who wants to make a difference and explore the world at the same time!
Social work abroad?
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Our advisors will help you step by step to find the perfect place for you.
The registration process
Three steps to your social work internship placement
1.
Create your profile
The first step is to create a profile and add your preferences for the internship. The travel details during the registration are non-binding and serve us as a first orientation. Also, no payment is necessary for this step!
2.
Book free consultation
Next, you can schedule your consultation with us! Here we will answer all questions, and provide you with information on how your desired internship experience abroad can be realized. Of course this meeting is free of charge!
3.
Secure your placement
Once all the requirements for your internship or volunteer service are met, we can start the placement process and send your application to our team at your preferred location. This step is mandatory and a deposit is required.
Transparent service from start to finish
Our StudentsGoAbroad support, as well as the local contact team will be there for you every step of the journey. Here’s what you can expect from us through all stages of your social work internship across the globe.
Before Your Down PaymentBefore Down Payment
Only with StudentsGoAbroad will you get a service, that checks a whole range of conditions, before you have to pay anything. That's part of our quality of service promise at SGA. Before you make your down payment you will receive from us:
Validation check before registration whether your internship is possible
Application folder check (included)
Intercultural briefing
Before Your DepartureBefore Departure
We know that planning a volunteer experience can be stressful. But don't worry, that's why we are here every step of the way! Before your arrival at your internship / volunteer destination, you can expect the following service from us:
Individual placement of internships with regard to subject, duration and time
Contact person of our local partner organization during the entire preparation phase for your internship abroad
Creation and processing of the contract between you and the company
Assistance with visa formalities
On request, an arrangement of a language course or organization of accommodation
Information about cheap flights, insurance, vaccinations, and other important travel information
Upon Your ArrivalUpon Arrival
New country, new environment - As soon as you arrive at your internship / volunteer destination life will feel like it is coming at you with 100 kilometers per hour. And that's why our services "on your arrival" will make sure you have an easy and comfortable start to this amazing journey that you have decided to embark on. Among other services you can count on us to do the:
Organization of the transfer to your accommodation
Presentation of a welcome package (depending on location)
Detailed information about the respective city and surroundings
SIM prepaid card for your mobile phone (depending on location)
Information documents on various leisure activities
Tips for using public transport
During Your Stay AbroadDuring Your Stay
Regardless of whether you will stay two weeks, two months or even longer - During your stay abroad you will have a million questions, a multitude of things on your to-do-list and despite all of this time will feel like it's just flying by. And here are some good news - Our services don't end with you getting to your destination. Also during your stay we are there for you, with the following services:
Competent contact persons on site
Accompaniment to the company on the first day of the internship
Advice on the extension of the visa
Newsletter about events in your city or surroundings
Organization of trainee meetings
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