Universitas21 (U21) offers free, online, international micro-internship opportunities for students around the world. These internships allow you to work with your fellow students from across the globe, sharing knowledge and expertise whilst immersing yourself in a commercial organization. Not only will you form quick partnerships with sustainability-minded students around the world, but you’ll also challenge your abilities, whilst developing key skills enabling you to thrive in the modern workplace.
Over the two-week program you will be presented with an ongoing sustainability challenge from your host employer and work in groups to innovate a solution, and then communicate it with senior stakeholders. The internships involve two, 2.5 hour live online sessions at the start and end of the two-week program, with the rest of the project work undertaken flexibly, online, around your other commitments. This exclusive opportunity is available to students of all disciplines. Throughout the program participants will engage with and learn from students across the globe, spanning 21 countries and 19 time zones.
Successful completion of the program and all activities will earn you the Leading Change micro-credential which you can display on your LinkedIn profile, demonstrating that you have developed the skills to tackle complex global issues and stand up as a leader.
Here are three testimonials of previous U21 interns:
“The best aspect of the micro-internship was collaborating with college students from across the globe. It was a surreal experience to see our diverse minds come together and create solutions to a real-world problem.”
Hailey Gonzales
“While I am from a family of immigrants and used to phone calls at odd hours of the night, communicating with people who were quite literally across the globe was a unique challenge that was surprisingly fun to overcome.”
Emmanuel Gjoka
“Beyond specific skills gained, the micro internship significantly contributed to my personal development. It revealed my resilience and adaptability and clarified my career goals, providing a clearer understanding of the path I want to pursue.”
Amin Sheikh
Applications open in mid-October, and internships typically take place during the winter. Please note that there is a limited number of spaces per member university and U21 will operate a waiting list once all allocated spaces are filled. You can find out more about the U21 Sustainable Micro-internships Program here!
