To get a job, you need experience, and to gain experience, you need an internship. It is not necessary to go abroad and look for a company with a global name, because Ukraine also has brands with high-quality products that attract young people to their creation and development.
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Career opportunities for students in Ukraine
IT, digital
For those in technical fields, the best options are large companies, startups, and corporations such as Global Logic, SoftServe, LeaSoft, EPAM, Ajax Systems, and many others. Trainee, intern, and junior positions are not difficult to find here. And on portals such as DOU, Djinni, Happy Monday, and on the websites of the companies themselves, internship opportunities and vacancies for beginners are constantly being published.
Business, law
Companies hire some specialists to be responsible for product quality and others to protect the brand’s position. Opportunities for interns are provided by Deloitte, Grant Thornton, Raiffeisen Bank, Oschadbank, and KPMG.
Science and education
Young scientists and educators often start their careers in the educational institutions where they received their secondary and higher education, as well as in research centers and academies of sciences. Students should look for projects from the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine and join university programs. Separately, you should consider offers from organizations such as Laba Group, Novopecherska School, and Osvitoria.
Public sector
Active citizens start working with non-profit organizations and national projects at a young age: Dія, Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Legal Development Network, International Center for Development and Leadership, CEDOS.
Medicine
In addition to doctors, medical students include pharmacists, massage therapists, rehabilitation specialists, biochemists, and a number of other specialties that require knowledge of medicine. Excellent internship opportunities are offered by Farmak, Pharmacy 9-1-1, Arterium, and Euromed.
Engineering and manufacturing
Large factories and plants that engage in mass production are good places for engineering students to gain practical experience: ArcelorMittal, CCG Development, UKRNAFTA, OKKO, EPICENTR K, Nestle, Coca-Cola, EVA, Kernel, Carlsberg, PepsiCo.
Media, marketing, communications
Working with the public and information is a heavy responsibility, even for experienced professionals. Large media holdings and companies with well-known names and authority help beginners start working in this field: 1+1 Media, Lifecell, Kyivstar, and Admitad.
International internships
USA
Internship programs in the country with the highest economic indicators for adult students who know English at the B2 level and above. Duration: 6, 8, 12 months. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the culture and way of life of the country, establish new connections, and learn to communicate freely in English.
Canada
Students in their final years at Ukrainian universities have the opportunity to intern in Canada. This is an excellent choice for researchers in various fields, lasts 12 weeks, and involves the student collaborating with professors at Canadian universities. This country is also known for its culture of friendliness and its Ukrainian diaspora, so if a student encounters any problems or difficulties in their new location, the community of fellow countrymen will definitely help them.
Great Britain
This country offers a wider variety of internship opportunities. Students can choose from several types: summer, industrial, postgraduate, and online internships. They vary in duration, from 8 weeks to 12 months, but are similar in purpose—to gain initial work experience. The prospect of employment is an additional benefit.
Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland
In the EU, students from various fields develop their professional skills: IT, engineering, medicine, finance, and tourism. Companies where students intern often offer contracts to continue working with interns.
Choose an internship that suits your goals
AP University offers a variety of options suitable for many professional fields. You can choose a professional internship in your field, a volunteer internship in social projects, or a student exchange.
Professional internship
This is the ideal choice if you want to gain practical experience in a specific field, regardless of whether you have already decided or are still searching.
Working under the guidance of experienced professionals, you will not only improve your skills but also gain a realistic understanding of your future profession.
Volunteer internship
If you want to participate in socially meaningful projects and help others, volunteer internships will give you the opportunity not only to improve the world but also to develop soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and time management.
The Global Volunteers program allows you to work in Africa or Asia on environmental and educational projects that change the lives of thousands of people.
Cultural exchange
Cultural exchange programs allow you to “immerse” yourself in another country, learn its language, traditions, and culture while working or studying. This is a great opportunity to broaden your horizons and establish international contacts.
This is the Au Pair program, where you can live with a foreign family, learn a new language and culture, and get paid for your work.
Internship programs
Erasmus+
Under this program, students study in many different countries around the world. To participate, you must have a B2 level of English and submit your application. There are inclusive offers, and the program’s values include gender equality and the opportunities it provides. The program has a reputation that has been proven over many years. It is known for its adherence to international standards of educational quality, so participation in it is a strong argument on your resume.
Work and Travel USA
Perhaps the most famous internship program with reviews from thousands of participants. Students of all higher education courses are eligible for short-term, up to 4-month, summer internships in the USA. This is a great way to combine work with leisure, broaden your horizons, improve your English, and earn money during the holidays. By working, students can cover the cost of their trip and also have the opportunity to travel around the United States during and after the program.
Global UGRAD
A program for students that allows them to study and work in the United States for one semester. Here, they gain new skills and experience that will make them more competitive in the global job market.
Internship USA
A useful program for improving professional skills. A prerequisite is a high level of English proficiency. The internship allows you to travel in the US for another month after the program ends.
DAAD
German Academic Exchange Service and Scholarship Programs. Thanks to its network of institutions, the organization covers all academic disciplines in many countries around the world. It gives Ukrainian students the opportunity to gain professional experience and travel abroad.
International internship
Gain unique work experience abroad in world-renowned companies. Internships in Denmark, Germany, Switzerland, Sweden, Norway, and Poland give you the opportunity to work in a multicultural environment, develop professional skills, and establish your own international connections.
We organize the entire process: from documents to obtaining a visa.
High pay
All internships are paid — from €1,000 to €3,500 per month. For example, an internship in the agricultural sector in Denmark lasts 18 months with an average salary of €1,200 per month, allowing you to earn €25,000 over the entire period.
International experience
Working abroad will help you learn foreign languages and gain the skills you need to work in international business.
Full support
We organize the entire internship process: from choosing a company to obtaining a visa.
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Frequently asked questions about internships for students
What is an internship, and why is it necessary?
Internships are an important part of preparing students for the challenges of today’s highly competitive job market. They are a form of training or work for people who have basic knowledge in a particular field but do not yet have experience. An internship at a large company provides important insight into how a particular player in the market operates and what employers offer their employees. It is the solution to the puzzle of how to get a job without work experience.
What types of internships are there?
There are several types of internships in Ukraine and abroad. The first type is professional, which is usually organized by large companies for a group of students and provides an opportunity to get a job after the internship period ends. The second type is cooperative education, in which students combine study and work. There are also volunteer, research, and short-term seasonal internships, which are especially popular abroad and are often part of international exchange programs.
Do you need to know a foreign language for an international internship?
Yes, in most cases, knowledge of a foreign language is necessary for an internship abroad, because students have to communicate at work and conduct official and everyday communication in a new place. Most countries require international test results for entry. To pass these tests and learn the language, AP University students take preparatory courses that not only allow them to obtain a sufficient language level score, but also to feel confident abroad and communicate with native speakers on an equal footing.
Are internships paid?
If it is an internship in Ukraine, then payment for the work of a person without experience is provided for by law, but in international internships, everything is a little more complicated: usually, internship programs are designed for a certain amount that covers travel and accommodation. However, there are some, such as Work and Travel, that allow you to work and pay for your living expenses, as well as save for the future. The amount of pay depends on the country of the internship. Programs created by non-profit organizations do not provide for any compensation of expenses, and students must arrange their own travel.
What documents are required to participate in an internship?
The following documents are usually required: resume (CV), cover letter, recommendations (if necessary), if it is an international internship, then a passport and visa, diploma or certificate from the educational institution. For internships abroad, language proficiency certificates and medical insurance are also required.
Is it possible to combine an internship with studies?
It depends on the number of hours the student spends on the internship and studies. If you are doing an internship in Ukraine, it is usually possible to combine them, as most institutions consider experience in the field as professional development and take it into account in the assessment of studies. After an international internship, institutions accept the student’s achievements and results and evaluate their work separately. Therefore, this combination has been proven to be more effective than studying without an internship.
How do I choose the internship that is right for me?
When choosing an internship program, there are a few things to consider. First, you need to start with the field in which the company operates, so that it is relevant or related to the student’s field of study. Next, consider the format of the internship. It is important that it does not interfere with your schedule or studies, and then you need to find out if it is paid and if the company offers employment after completion. If you plan to participate in an international internship, check whether your skills meet the requirements, whether you have the required level of foreign language proficiency, and whether you are ready to take the test. After such preparation, you will understand what is appropriate to choose.
Are there age restrictions for internships?
Requirements for students vary depending on the program. The law on official employment restricts students by age, meaning minors are not allowed to officially work or intern full-time. The same rule applies abroad, so only those who are 18 years of age or older can participate in international internships. Often, these programs also have restrictions on the maximum age: people between the ages of 18 and 25-30 can participate in internships.
Is it possible to stay and work after the internship?
Many companies offer employment to students who have successfully completed an internship and demonstrated satisfactory results sufficient for employee qualification. This is common practice among employers in Ukraine and abroad. However, you should not count on this option in advance, because when a company offers an internship, it does not always have job openings. Therefore, if you hope to continue working with the company, you should definitely discuss this with the HR manager or ask other employees on site.
How do I apply for an internship?
You can send your application to the official website of the programs if you are well versed in the procedure. If this is your first time, it is worth learning about all the nuances, because it is not easy for a beginner to get an internship. Representatives of many companies often visit educational institutions in Ukraine on their own. They help students with the submission of documents. If it is a company that has not sent any offers or a company abroad, we recommend finding a competent intermediary. AP University is such an intermediary — we help you collect all the necessary documents, write a motivation letter, prepare for a language test, and comply with all requirements to increase the chances of your application being accepted.