Internships in Colombia
Our internships in Medellín give you the opportunity to gain professional experience in one of Latin America’s fastest-growing innovation and technology hubs. We partner with leading companies and organizations across industries including engineering, business, technology, and marketing to offer tailored internships in Colombia that combine practical experience with cultural immersion in an international environment.
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Overview
Internships in Medellin offer a unique opportunity to gain vital professional experience, develop extensive networks and connections, improve Spanish language skills, and experience an emerging economy in rapid development. Colombia has so much to offer a young professional really looking to dive in and gain hands-on experience in their field during an international internship.
At The Intern Group, we help students and graduates secure tailored internships in Colombia that align with their background, interests, and long-term goals. Our program is designed to support your entire experience abroad, from your tailored internship placement and visa guidance to helping you settle into life in Medellín with confidence.
During your internship in Medellín, you’ll gain hands-on experience, build professional connections, and develop a stronger understanding of how international teams and growing businesses operate in a rapidly evolving market. Outside of your internship, you’ll have the opportunity to experience Colombia’s culture, food, nightlife, language, and natural beauty while connecting with fellow interns and professionals from around the world.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your resume with international experience or immerse yourself in Colombia's rich culture, this internship program is designed to help you make the most of your time abroad.
What's included
When you join our international internship program in Medellín, you’ll receive support from acceptance through to being an alumni member and beyond. Our team is here to support every stage of your journey and help you get the most out of your time abroad in Colombia. Your program will include...
Professional internship
Professional development materials
Dedicated 1-1 advisor
Community & Events
While on our intern program in Medellin, you’ll be immersed in both Colombian culture and the international community that exists there. Medellin is a vibrant, colorful city that people from all over the country and the world call home. The friends and connections you make while living in Colombia will last a lifetime. More than 150 nationalities are represented in The Intern Group’s global community, which is made up of passionate global professionals from every possible background. In addition to an internship in your career field, our internships in Colombia program provides an entire cultural experience including:
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Alongside running these three events, our in-country Experience Coordinators will also host regular informal meet-ups that include dinners, rooftop drinks, pub nights, museum visits, and even weekend beach or city trips! These events are all about building connections, exploring your destination, and sharing ideas for new adventures! Get to know our Medellín Experience Coordinators below...
Accommodation
Private Bedroom
As an intern in Colombia, you will have your own private lockable bedroom in a co-living building and shared bathroom, kitchenette with others. All apartments come with bedding, basic kitchen appliances, basic WiFi, and 24/7 front desk for your peace of mind. Additional facilities include a coworking space and coffee shop. Your accommodation will be located in a great area within a 30 - 60 minute commute to your internship location.
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Visa Information
To intern in Medellin, you will need:
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A Visitor Visa (V-3) (approx. 30 USD.) The Intern Group’s program fee does not cover the visa cost and other associated expenses (e.g. translation, courier, transport, expedition etc) in the process.
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A passport with at least 12 months validity.
This is not a complete list. For full visa rules and eligibility requirements, visit our Visa Page to confirm your eligibility and avoid delays in your internship application.
Career Advancement Training
Interns benefit from career advancement tools before, during, and following their Colombia internship program. These tools enable you to successfully prepare for your internship before you start, make the most of your experience while you’re interning in the Medellín, and successfully sell your experience in interviews to future employers.
During your internship, training is delivered through a combination of videos, podcasts, articles, quizzes, and projects and you will receive a certificate upon completion. Subjects include critical thinking, oral/written communication, teamwork, digital technology, leadership, professionalism, career management, and global/intellectual fluency.
You will also be granted access to our CV improvement tool and will be invited to attend exclusive tailor-made workshops including interview practice sessions with worldwide peers, CV review workshops, Linkedin workshops, and more!
Alumni Success coaching
Upon completing your internship in Colombia, you'll have the opportunity to get guidance on your next career step from experienced career coaches. We are proud to have a portfolio of partnered experts who will be able to cover topics such as selling your international internship experience, LinkedIn branding, Salary negotiations, interview strategies, and other career-related topics.
Featured Roles
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24/7 Support
Traveling abroad for your internship is a big step. Our on the ground Colombia team offers 24/7 support with local expertise, from start to finish. Paisas are extremely eager to show the rest of the world why Colombia is so great! They will organize your airport pick-up when you arrive in Medellin. The team will also provide a thorough welcome orientation to help you settle into the city and feel at ease.
Our Colombia team is available throughout your internship program should you have any questions or queries.
We also partner with Talkspace to provide all our participants with fully anonymous access to a licensed online therapist for up to 3 months. This ensures you’ll always have someone to talk to when adjusting to life in your new city.
Colombia Language Classes
We are proud to be partners with one of the best universities in Colombia – Universidad EAFIT, located in El Poblado. Having educated an array of prominent Colombian businessmen, politicians and artists and with over 30,000 students subscribed, it’s a great chance to immediately make new Colombian friends. Spanish classes are available at Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced levels and are also available as a 2 week intensive course.
Fees & Start Dates
The cost of the program is fixed in US Dollars (USD).
Please note that the below fees do not include visa costs, flights, insurance or daily food & drink. See our pricing page for more information and to find out about available discounts.
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