[ID:8746] Internships abroad have always been a hugely popular way of building global career skills. But with the spread of Covid-19 and resulting travel restrictions, many internationally minded students are concerned about how to gain workplace experience without leaving home. After all, students still need to develop cross-cultural competencies in order to ensure future career success. But is it possible to build international experience from your laptop? Luckily, the answer is a resounding “yes!”

By undertaking a virtual internship abroad, you can build many of the skills associated with international work experience, without breaking any travel restrictions, and without breaking the bank.

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How Do Virtual Internships Work?

As long as you have access to a computer with a good Wi-Fi connection, you’re a candidate for a virtual international internship.