It’s never too early to think about what professional opportunities are on the horizon. During your crucial university years, it’s important to look forward to what’s next and take advantage of every opportunity available. In today’s competitive job market earning real-world professional experience through internships can be a real game-changer, especially when you're doing it alongside your studies from the start of the academic year. However, fall internship opportunities can fill up fast if you don’t apply on time.
If you’re unsure as to when to apply for fall internships 2025, here’s our guide:
When to apply for fall internships.
Most internship programs include strict deadlines for when to apply. Use the early summer months to research and identify the many different internship roles that interest you. Consider what kind of internship would best prepare you for your career, and remember, the more internship applications you send in, the more fall internship opportunities you’ll have to choose from.
Once you’ve decided which internships interest you most, it’s a good idea to set up an internship application calendar with a list of application requirements and deadlines. If you’re interested in applying for an internship abroad, The Intern Group accepts applications on a rolling schedule. However, because of how competitive The Intern Group’s programs are, it’s highly encouraged to apply as early as possible and at least three months in advance.
If you’re interested in a fall internship, applying as early as May or June is a great way to ensure the most competitive internship possible. You’ll be first in line for a top-notch, career-changing internship abroad in any of The Intern Group’s nine destinations. Once you submit your application, a virtual interview will be set up and an admissions officer will ask you about your background experience, goals, and motivations. However, if you don’t apply until July or August, you can still send in your application for a fall internship. The Admissions Team will let you know whether there are places still available. Internships can last anywhere from 4 to 24 weeks. Check out The Intern Group’s website to read more about internship start dates, and program fees and to learn more about this unique opportunity.
Fall internship destinations.
The Intern Group offers fall internships in leading global cities where interns can gain experience in their field while exploring a new city and immersing themselves in another culture.
Learn Spanish and enjoy the laid-back, bohemian energy of Madrid, Spain while earning competitive work experience at an international internship. In Europe, high-level autumn internships are also available in London, a highly competitive international city and financial center, as well as in the colorful and multicultural city of Dublin.
In Asia, highly competitive positions in Hong Kong, Bangkok, and Tokyo will introduce an international intern to various aspects of Asian culture and the continent's rich diversity and impressive history.
In Australia, interns can learn the ropes of their industry while exploring the gorgeous landscapes and wildlife down under. In the Americas, internships in Medellín, Colombia introduce interns to one of the world’s most beautiful countries. Meanwhile, New York City, a leading city across many different industries, is a leading internship destination offered through The Intern Group.
Career fields.
Interested in entrepreneurship, international business, finance or consulting? The Intern Group offers a multitude of competitive business internships in each of the destination cities.
Creative individuals may enjoy positions in career fields like fashion, theatre & music, art, photography & design or journalism.
Those interested in a communications career can try internships in PR & marketing or media & publishing.
Meanwhile, government and politics or NGO & non-profit internships offer young people the opportunity to try a career in the public sector.
Browse our full list of career fields to find the one that's right for you!
