Internships Abroad

What are Internships Abroad?

Internships abroad are international work experiences that give students and recent graduates the chance to develop skills in a real-world setting while living in a different country.

These internships can vary in length, but many of the most impactful ones last 6 to 12 months. This longer format allows you to fully contribute to projects, understand company culture, and gain deeper experience—especially when working at a startup.

Whether it’s part of a placement year, an Erasmus+ traineeship, or a personal initiative, interning abroad helps you grow professionally and personally. It’s a proven way to boost your CV, build confidence, and open doors to future career opportunities across borders.

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B2B Outbound Sales Intern

Company Overview
We are a growing startup building a SaaS platform that helps agencies and freelancers
automate and centralize the maintenance of multiple websites. With over 4.000 users managing
more than 40.000 websites all over the world, we recently raised €1M in funding to keep
growing internationally. We are a small young team working hard, having fun, and building
something big together.

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B2B Outbound Sales Intern

Company Overview

We are a growing startup building a SaaS platform that helps agencies and freelancers automate and centralize the maintenance of multiple websites. With over 4,000 users managing more than 40,000 websites all over the world, we recently raised €1M in funding to keep growing internationally. We are a small young team working hard, having fun, and building something big together.

About the Role

We’re looking for a curious, ambitious, and proactive B2B Outbound Sales Intern to join our sales team and support our growth mainly in the US and UK markets.

You’ll work closely with Héctor (Co-founder) and Pablo (Account Executive) to identify and connect with potential clients, book high-quality demos, and support the early stages of the sales process. Beyond that, we’d love you to explore new trends, tools, and especially ways to bring AI into our sales workflows.

The first 2–4 weeks will be dedicated to training so you feel confident with our product, sales playbook, sales techniques, and processes before reaching out to clients. But after that, you will be a team member like everybody else.

Forget about fetching coffee or waiting around for tasks. This is a hands-on role where you’ll learn by doing, every day, in a fast-paced and exciting environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Research and identify potential clients across the UK and US markets (potentially other European markets).

  • Launch outbound prospecting campaigns via email, LinkedIn, and phone.

  • Qualify inbound leads coming from our marketing efforts and free plan.

  • Schedule discovery calls and demos for the Account Executive.

  • Use tools like Pipedrive, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and Cloudtalk to manage outreach and keep the pipeline updated.

  • Experiment with AI-powered tools to improve sales efficiency.

  • Contribute with new ideas, feedback, and even participate in industry events.

Ideal Profile

  • Currently studying Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

  • Strong communication skills in English and Spanish proficiency.

  • Extroverted, comfortable speaking with new people, and motivated by building relationships and sales.

  • Curious and eager to learn about SaaS, sales, and AI-driven prospecting.

  • Organised, self-motivated, and ready to thrive in a startup environment where things move fast and processes evolve.

  • Excited to join a small team where your ideas are valued, and where we work hard but also have fun along the way.

  • Entrepreneurial spirit is always a plus — we love people who take initiative and bring new ideas.

Internship Details

  • Duration: 6–8 months

  • Location: León – Possibility of remote work from another city in Spain

  • Compensation: €650 monthly

  • Start Date: ASAP

About the city of León

León is one of Spain’s best-kept secrets for students and interns. A vibrant university city and top Erasmus destination, it offers everything within walking distance, a buzzing social life with the famous free tapas culture, lively nightlife, and incredibly affordable living costs compared to Madrid or Barcelona. Rich in history and home to stunning medieval architecture, León is also surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes just a short trip away. Only 2h from Madrid by train, it combines the charm of a small city with the energy of a true student hub — the perfect place to live, learn and enjoy.

Why Apply?

This internship is a unique chance to learn every single day in a fast-growing SaaS startup. You’ll get hands-on experience in B2B sales and outbound prospecting, working directly with the Founder and Account Executive, while experimenting with AI-driven sales strategies. Beyond work, you’ll have the opportunity to live in León — one of Spain’s hidden gems: affordable, vibrant, and full of life. If you’re excited about startups, sales, and the future of AI in business, this role is the perfect stepping stone for your career.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Internships Abroad

Yes, paid internships abroad exist, especially in fields like business, technology, or hospitality. However, many internships abroad are unpaid or offer stipends and benefits instead.

Yes, internships abroad are highly beneficial for your career. They provide international experience, boost your resume, and help you stand out to employers.

Key benefits include:

  • Gaining valuable global perspectives and cross-cultural skills.
  • Expanding your professional network internationally.
  • Improving language abilities and interpersonal skills.
  • Enhancing your CV, making you more attractive to employers.

Overall, internships abroad significantly contribute to personal growth, career clarity, and employability in an increasingly global job market.

When choosing internships abroad, consider these important factors:

  • Alignment with Career Goals: Select a program that supports your career path.
  • Structured Mentorship: Look for internships with clear training and mentorship.
  • Organization Reputation: Opt for respected, credible companies offering quality experience.
  • Support Services: Programs that assist with visas, housing, and orientation ease your transition abroad.
  • Opportunities for Growth: Choose internships providing meaningful tasks and professional networking opportunities.

Evaluating internships with these criteria ensures you have a valuable and rewarding international experience.

During an internship abroad, you’ll typically:

  • Work closely with professionals, learning industry-specific skills.
  • Assist in real projects or tasks relevant to your field.
  • Attend meetings, workshops, and training sessions.
  • Develop soft skills like teamwork, communication, and problem-solving.
  • Build valuable connections within an international professional network.

Expect hands-on experience that boosts your confidence, sharpens your skills, and makes you more competitive in the global job market.

theInterna is a free service for students – there are no costs involved to find you a placement.

The costs of living abroad, which are students’ responsibility to cover, may vary by country, but typically range from £500–£1,200 or €600–€1,400 per month. This usually includes:

  • Flights, visas, and travel insurance.
  • Accommodation and meals
  • Local transport
  • Personal spending and emergency funds

Budgeting ahead can help you avoid surprises and make the most of your experience.

What Students Say About Our Internships Abroad

Many students who’ve completed a placement year, like those featured on theInterna, highlight how it transformed their careers by offering hands-on experience and valuable connections.

To help with your decision, consider reading testimonials or listening to real stories from students who’ve gone through placements.

Tom Coleman
Tom ColemanStudent - Durham
theInterna has been very helpful with not only finding me a valuable internship in a Spain but also by providing a crash course into the world of start-ups that means I can provide more value to the company I’ll be working for. The course content was perfectly balanced between concepts, tools, and practical exercises. I feel ready to hit the ground running!
Hannah Kenyon
Hannah KenyonStudent - University of Leeds
The Strategy, Sales and Digital Marketing course ran by theInterna has been truly amazing. Packed with content, diagrams and links to external platforms, I have learnt so many new things and it has broadened my areas of interest. I now feel much better equipped and have formed more of an idea of my career path when I graduate. theInterna also set me up with a brilliant internship in Spain, providing a flawless process from the initial call through to securing the placement, and it has been a pleasure having the agency as a point of contact. Without a doubt I would recommend theInterna.
Hannah Yates
Hannah YatesStudent - Cardiff University
Outstanding training and support provided by theInterna. The training comprised a variety of invaluable resources, presented clearly and concisely, with a good mixture of videos, articles and exercises to put our knowledge into practice. The calls were useful to consolidate what I’d learnt over the week and get clarity on anything I was unsure of. Not only do I feel better equipped to begin my internship, but I feel inspired to create my own startup in the near future!
Imogen Barrett
Imogen BarrettStudent - Oxford
the Interna is a fantastic organisation which feels so tailor made to your needs: you get a consultation call with theInterna to help you find the best option for an internship. The new Interna training course is an amazing free add on to boost business skills and add to your CV.
Samuel Carro
Samuel CarroStudent - Cardiff University
I personally believe that this course was so beneficial for me whilst also on my placement. Joining a Start-up can be very fast-paced sometimes, and you often have to learn on the job. Doing this course alongside my job allowed me to learn some valuable skills that I needed in future weeks! What I liked most was the flexibility of the course, there were lots of resources that you could use, but if you did not have enough time, there were summary pages that were clear and concise! It as a great and very interesting course.

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