Intern Abroad with EF.

Take the first step towards building a global career and gain real-world skills in an international professional setting.

Define your life path and gain the skills you need to get there with EF Gap Year.

Our program is designed to give you the tools to succeed in a global economy. Gain international work experience, learn a language, and serve a community—in multiple destinations around the world.

  • Internships Abroad

    Gain professional skills and a better sense of your career interests in an international city.

  • Service Learning

    Learn about structural issues and collaborate with local NGOs to support community needs.

  • Language Immersion

    Learn a language by studying at an EF school and living in a city where it's spoken.

  • Leadership Development

    Participate in activities and workshops that will hone your ability to lead in your own community.

Our internship module

Complete an internship abroad as part of your EF Gap Year program. Gain real-world experience you can put on your resume and enter your next chapter feeling ahead of the game.

  • Global internship placements

    Access our network of internship partners across Europe, Asia, and Australia. Past students have done internships in marketing, business, technology, and more.

  • Mentorship & support

    You'll receive 24/7 support, personalized CV and interview coaching, and a local contact based in the city where you're staying.

The world leader in international education

For over 50 years, EF's mission has been to open the world through education. We’ve introduced millions of young people to educational travel, language learning, and cultural exchange.

54

years of operation

114

countries and regions

654

schools and offices

52,000

staff, faculty, and teachers

Let's connect

Taking a gap year before or during college is an incredibly worthwhile experience; it can also be a complex decision. Complete the form below and one of our EF Gap Year Consultants will be in touch to help find the perfect program for you. For U.S. students 18–22.

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