Cultural programs and professional skills development during an internship in the Czech Republic
Internships in the Czech Republic for students
Internships in companies and educational institutions in English and Czech for Ukrainian students in the Czech Republic
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Why choose the Czech Republic?
European leap
Familiarization with advanced approaches to work process organization. And an example of a successful economy of a country that was part of the socialist bloc.
Language progress
Practice of English — the most widespread language — and Czech — one of the most difficult languages — in work, everyday life, and academic environments.
Recognition
Three Czech universities are among the top 500 best higher education institutions in the world:
- Charles University;
- University of Chemistry and Technology;
- Czech Technical University.
Free education
Foreign students have the opportunity to obtain higher education in the Czech Republic completely free of charge if they have a B2-C1 level of Czech.
Cultural education
This country is the queen of tourism, the world capital of castles, and has 12 UNESCO protected monuments. Every year, millions of tourists from all over the world visit the Czech Republic.
Who can participate in an internship in the Czech Republic
Refugees
This is one of the countries that provides assistance to refugees from Ukraine, and internship programs in local companies are beneficial to both sides.
Fields
Internship programs in Czech companies and higher education institutions offer a wide range of specialties for Ukrainians. Bachelor’s and master’s degree students and those pursuing these degrees are eligible to participate.
Social field
Tourism is the most developed field, followed by medicine, international law, PR, and marketing.
Technical field
IT, engineering, and scientific projects.
Humanities
Cultural studies, creative specialties: ballet, music, painting, and applied arts.
What opportunities does an internship in the Czech Republic offer?
Soft-skills
Learn to build your own international connections, as the Czechs will not require you to know the national language, as in some other countries. It is easier to communicate with tolerant people, and contacts with them will help in future stages of your career.
Tourism
When mentioning popular cities for internships in the Czech Republic, students usually mention work less often and more often mention excursions, castles, bridges, and architecture that breathe history and beauty. For a young person, this is, first and foremost, an interesting experience, and only then a useful one.
Proximity
There is only one country between Kyiv and Prague, so the transit route is not long, and the journey takes little time compared to other countries that offer work.
Prospects
This is one of the most popular countries where Ukrainian workers often go. So, it is quite easy to stay and work there after the internship — you will find yourself among fellow countrymen.
Where can you do an internship in the Czech Republic?
Here are some tips on finding places that offer internships in the Czech Republic.
Cities
Look among tourist centers: Prague, Brno, Ostrava.
Institutions
The most popular ones in the capital are:
Charles University in Prague (Univerzita Karlova v Praze);
Czech Agricultural University in Prague (Česká zemědělská univerzita v Praze);
Czech Technical University in Prague (České Vysoké Učení Technical v Praze).
What AP University recommends
Moving abroad is always a difficult process, even if the trip is short and the chosen country is one of the most popular among migrants. We will help you simplify it.
Language training
If your Czech language skills are limited, look for lists of English-language programs, as jobs that require the national language often require knowledge of terminology and professional reasoning that a person with limited language skills is unable to express. Therefore, English is the solution, and our center will help you learn it.
Bureaucracy
Obtaining a visa to the Czech Republic is relatively easy. However, you need to carefully check the living and payment conditions offered, as the list of variations is quite long, and each offer has different requirements.
Budget
The capital offers the most opportunities, but the cost of living there is the highest. Determine your priority: choose a company by field or prestige. This will narrow down your choices and bring you closer to the desired result.
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Frequently asked questions about internships in the Czech Republic
Is it possible to do an internship without knowing Czech?
Yes, companies and educational institutions also offer English-language programs. Czech is recognized as one of the most difficult languages for foreigners to learn, so students must decide whether to study it in order to stay there to work and connect the Czech Republic with their future, or to take an English-language program and leave the country after the internship.
What documents are required to participate in an internship?
Required: resume (in Czech/English), cover letter, copies of diplomas/certificates with translations, and a foreign passport. Invitation with visa rights. You will also need medical insurance and proof of financial solvency, and, if necessary, a language test certificate.
Do I need a visa for an internship in the Czech Republic?
An invitation for a long-term stay gives you the right to obtain a work or study visa, and according to the rules of certain programs, participants do not need to apply for long-term documents. For a period of up to 90 days, a tourist visa is sufficient. Our center helps students with the paperwork, so please contact us — we are always happy to consult and advise young and promising people.
How long does an internship in the Czech Republic last?
Study programs for students often take 8 to 12 months. Other types of internships, such as professional development or research projects, last much longer — up to 1 or 2 years, and summer internships last from several weeks to 3 months. The duration depends on the terms of the grant and the internship organization.
How are internships in the Czech Republic paid?
Payment is a specific component of internships in the Czech Republic. The general situation for students tends to be unpaid work, as the program is designed to provide participants with free accommodation and training.
However, there are also paid internships in large companies — you need to look through the vacancies for these.
Is there any help with accommodation during an internship in the Czech Republic?
Yes, almost all offers include a clause about accommodation. Academic internships provide accommodation on campuses and in dormitories, while companies offer apartments or help with finding accommodation, with budget options costing between €200 and €300 and more comfortable options costing between €300 and €500.
Is it possible for students to stay in the Czech Republic after their internship?
The employment rate in the Czech Republic is high. Almost 90% of students find a job in their field within six months after graduation, and immigrants are included in these statistics. The country’s economy contributes to the stability of this indicator.