Business Internships
Participate in a business internship abroad with Kaya to ensure a truly impactful experience. You can work in a variety of organizations such as NGOs (Non-Governmmental Organizations), charity foundations, small businesses, social enterprises, and entrepreneurial initiatives where you can grow your skills and apply your studies within companies that really benefit from your work. Business internship opportunities give you the chance to gain a first-hand understanding of the issues and priorities that shape social-impact businesses, international development, and non-profit sectors and where you contribute to strengthening the capacity and sustainability of organizations in this field.
As a Business Intern, you can work in many different sectors, with different Business focuses, including:
- Finance – From accounting to managing budgets, you can work in a range of organizations including microfinance initiatives.
- Marketing and communications – Help manage communications outreach from social media to public relations in an interesting range of impact organizations
- Management, Entrepreneurship and Administration – Whether you are interested in international business, NGO management, entrepreneurship, administration or economic development, we have a host of organizations that can put your skills to work.
- Tourism and Hospitality – Working within ecotourism, sustainable tourism, and outdoor recreation we have some great internship options.
Our Business Internships
Gain some practical experience in Architecture abroad!
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Take part in a NGO Management Internship in Ecuador and develop your skills and gain experience abroad
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Intern in a local school and gain some teaching experience in Peru
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Participate in a women empowerment internship and learn about sustainable development model to empower local vulnerable women and help them make a living.
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Intern on this Microfinance and Entrepreneurship Training for Communities in Uganda placement and contribute to the training of local entrepreneurs.
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Join this NGO Business Internship in Vietnam and develop your business knowledge by working with local community projects.
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Share this small business development internship in Eswatini to extend your CV/Resume while developing the capacity of a social enterprise.
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Join our NGO Development Internship in Chiang Mai in Thailand and develop your knowledge and practical experience of international development.
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If you are interested in banking, accountancy or economics why not support poorer local people by joining this Microfinance volunteer placement in Peru.
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Business & Management FAQs
How do I get a business internship abroad with Kaya?
Start by exploring your preferred business or management placements and choose one that fits your academic background and goals. Once you’ve chosen a placement, complete the short online application form, and a placement advisor will contact you to guide you through the next steps. You’ll receive support from your first inquiry to your arrival abroad.
What are good internships for business majors?
Kaya offers a wide range of business internships for students of all specializations. You can gain hands-on experience in areas such as marketing, finance, entrepreneurship, NGO management, or administration. Whether you want to support entrepreneurs, work with social enterprises, assist non-profit organizations, or contribute to sustainable business initiatives, these placements let you apply your studies while making a real impact.
Are business internships paid?
Business internships abroad are usually unpaid because they focus on learning, cultural exchange, and community collaboration rather than paid employment. At Kaya Responsible Travel, we prioritize ethical placements that strengthen local organizations and create long-term impact. While you won’t receive a salary, some programs may include benefits such as accommodation or meals. Most importantly, you’ll gain valuable experience and international exposure that will help your career in the long run.
How late can you get a summer business internship?
It’s best to start planning your summer business internship at least 3 to 6 months before your intended start date. This allows enough time to explore available programs, complete your application, secure your placement, and prepare for travel arrangements such as flights and visas if needed.
Some business internships fill up quickly, especially during summer and university break periods, so applying early gives you the best chance to secure your preferred project and destination.
Kaya’s placement team can help you find suitable options based on availability. You can also request a brochure to explore flexible programs and upcoming start dates.
Why do a business internship abroad?
Doing a business internship abroad is a powerful way to grow both professionally and personally. It allows you to apply your classroom knowledge in real-world situations while learning about global markets, sustainable business models, and cross-cultural communication. With Kaya, you’ll contribute to organizations that focus on social impact and ethical development, helping you build a career with purpose.
Easy 4-step application process
APPLY ONLINE
Fill out this form to apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.
TELEPHONE INTERVIEW
Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.
CONFIRMATION
Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.
GET PREPARED
When you have confirmed your project dates we’ll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.
