Intern in Bangkok
Build your resume and make amazing memories in bustling Bangkok
Intern abroad in bustling Bangkok for the ultimate in professional and personal development! Between its vibrant culture and diverse range of industries, Bangkok provides an intriguing setting for interns. This comprehensive program will set you up with everything you’ll need for a successful internship and a rewarding experience, from a custom internship placement to housing, support, and group cultural activities.
What to Expect:
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Language: English
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Average Courseload: U.S. credit may be available
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GPA Requirement: 2.5
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Visa Requirements: Yes - Electronic
Highlights:
- Customized internship placements in a wide variety of fields
- Live in a modern, serviced apartment in central Bangkok
- Participate in group activities and excursions with other interns and students
- Learn traditional Thai cooking techniques
- Great base for independent weekend travels both near and far
Internship Placements
Biology and Ecology internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Biology and Ecology placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Biology and Ecology internships
Intern with Animal Conservation and Forestry Non-Profits
Support the efforts of these valuable organization as they work to protect and care for animals in Thailand. You may help by feeding and caring for a wide variety of animals including gibbons, bears, elephants, birds, and reptiles. If you are more interested in the behind the scenes efforts, you can contribute with fundraising and report writing in the office.
Business & Economics internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Business & Economics placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Business & Economics internships
Business Internships
Bangkok is an international business hub with small and large local businesses, international businesses, and an increasing number of entrepreneurial startups. You’ll have ample opportunities to apply and hone your business skills in a multicultural environment.
Engineering internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Engineering placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Engineering internships
Software Engineering Intern
Gain valuable professional experience working with application development. Assist with the development of a wide range of application and software for government as well as business clients.
Entrepreneurship internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Entrepreneurship placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Entrepreneurship internships
Intern at Local Start-Ups
Bangkok is an Asian hub for startups. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of a team working on app development, marketing, sales, and other business functions
Environmental & Sustainability internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Environmental & Sustainability placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Environmental & Sustainability internships
Intern with Animal Conservation and Forestry Non-Profits
Support the efforts of these valuable organization as they work to protect and care for animals in Thailand. You may help by feeding and caring for a wide variety of animals including gibbons, bears, elephants, birds, and reptiles. If you are more interested in the behind the scenes efforts, you can contribute with fundraising and report writing in the office.
Finance internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Finance placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Finance internships
Finance & Accounting Intern at a Local Business
Generate management reports and financial analyses, coordinate budgets, create projections and cost analyses, and identify key insights on business initiatives, as well as administrative support.
Health internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Health placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Health internships
Health Intern with Mobile Health Unit
Intern with medical professionals as they visit households in Thailand. You’ll be part of a group that provides public health education, basic medical procedures, vaccinations, and disease prevention. While mostly shadowing, you will have the opportunity to work directly with doctors, nurses, and some patients.
Hospitality Tourism & Event Planning internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Hospitality Tourism & Event Planning placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Hospitality Tourism & Event Planning internships
Hotel Guest Relations Intern
Interns will work directly with guests in person and over the phone assisting with customer service, reservations, and special executive registration. Tasks may include assisting with reservations, reception, tours for potential guests, and providing excellent customer service for diverse guests requests and concerns.
IT and Computer Systems internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample IT and Computer Systems placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with IT and Computer Systems internships
Software Engineering Intern
Gain valuable professional experience working with application development. Assist with the development of a wide range of application and software for government as well as business clients.
International Business internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample International Business placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with International Business internships
Business Internships
Bangkok is an international business hub with small and large local businesses, international businesses, and an increasing number of entrepreneurial startups. You’ll have ample opportunities to apply and hone your business skills in a multicultural environment.
Marketing Advertising & PR internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample Marketing Advertising & PR placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with Marketing Advertising & PR internships
NGO Fundraising & Support Intern
Thailand has a large field of NGOs and nonprofits. Interns can support them with outreach, fundraising, and marketing work. Interns can support fundraising proposals, as well as website and social media content, while learning about the operations and programs of various NGOs.
NGOs and Non-Profit internships available in Thailand
Below are a few sample NGOs and Non-Profit placements undertaken by past participants. There are many more possibilities, as each placement is customized. Contact an advisor to learn more!
Other countries with NGOs and Non-Profit internships
NGO Fundraising & Support Intern
Thailand has a large field of NGOs and nonprofits. Interns can support them with outreach, fundraising, and marketing work. Interns can support fundraising proposals, as well as website and social media content, while learning about the operations and programs of various NGOs.
Program Details
Intern for Credit
Want credit for your internship? We can do that for you!
Coursework & Credit
You can earn between 3-12 credits through our partnership with Jacksonville University. Internship credit through Jacksonville University will be reflected as JU 390 – Global Internship on your official Jacksonville University transcript. Most interns select the 3 or 6 credit options. Interns who need 9 to 12 credits must be enrolled in a 12 – 16 week long program to meet the necessary contact hours. Learn more about interning for credit through Jacksonville University here.
Micro-credential
All participants in this program are eligible to earn a Working Across Cultures Micro-credential at no extra charge! If you are completing the coursework for credit, you will also automatically earn the Working Across Cultures Micro-Credential.
Why Life in Bangkok
How to sum up the thrilling city of Bangkok? Home to serene spiritual temples and pulsing nightlife, Bangkok is in a class of its own! Nearly 10 million people live in Thailand’s capital, which is a dynamic city synonymous with the exotic. Bangkok is also a dominant force in Asian finance and business. Moreover, it has global influences on politics, culture, fashion, and entertainment.
There’s a shroud of mystery over Bangkok that lures nearly 30 million visitors each year making it the world’s most popular destinations. Hop in a tuk-tuk (a three-wheeled motorized cart) and zip in and out of traffic as you visit the Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha and the thousands of temples around the city. Discover and embrace the amazing international cuisine, bustling street markets, and extraordinary energy around you. Your study abroad program is located in the city of Salaya, with easy access by bus, private van, skytrain, or taxi into the heart of Bangkok.
Thanks to Bangkok’s proximity to the equator, you’ll enjoy warm weather year round. Take a break from the city to visit the many jungles, beaches, artisan villages, and cultural/historical sites in Thailand. Indulge yourself with a Thai massage, ride an elephant, take a cooking class, or learn the martial art of Thai boxing. Whether you’re exploring the cuisine, the tropical beaches on the coast, or the animated markets, Thailand will be an unforgettable study abroad experience!
Live The Local Life
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Chinatown
Yaowarat, one of the biggest Chinatowns in the world, experience amazing street food, narrow alleys packed with shops of all kinds, great snack and a unique cultural experience. Don’t forget to check on the 12 ton golden buddha at Wat Traimit, it was lost for almost 200 years.
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Siam BTS
Some of the biggest malls in Asia, see penguins, lamborghinis, watch an IMAX or go ice skating all in one of the busiest and most up-market parts of Bangkok.
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Asiatique
Take a boat down the river and enjoy Thai and other seafood along the waterfront in a beautiful setting.
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Chatujak Weekend Market
One of the biggest markets in Bangkok, more than you can see in a single day, a great place to find unique and beautiful Thai goods, presents, clothes and other souvenirs
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Kanchanaburi
Take a day trip to this small town to see the famous death railway from world war 2, and camp at the beautiful Erawan park,close to a seven level water fall.
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Street Food
Don’t forget to try some of the many kinds of amazing street food, this is one of the must do experiences for you stay in Thailand, sample the noodles, pat thai, curries, fresh fruit, homemade ice cream and so much more.
Housing in Bangkok
Location
Participants will live in single rooms in apartments shared with other CIS Abroad participants or other international students and interns. Apartments are typically located in Bangkok’s city center, within 30-60 minutes commute. The location may vary based on the location of your internship placement – we’re always looking to make your commute shorter!
Meals
Meals are not provided, but mouth-watering street food is plentiful (and cheap), so eat your fill!
Inclusions and Amenities
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Cleaning Service
- CommutePublic Transportation
- Desk
- LaundryOn-site
- Television
- Wi-Fi
What's Included
Inclusions
Program fees are in US dollars and include the following:
- Orientation in Bangkok
- Cultural values training to help acclimate you to Thai business culture
- Multiple excursions depending on the length of your program
- Internship placement and support
- Housing
- Medical and accident insurance
- Pre-departure and onsite orientation
- Financial aid counseling
- Assistance with travel arrangements
- Airport pickup service
- On-site support
- The Local Life cultural program
Welcome & Orientation
Upon arrival you’ll take part in the CIS Abroad orientation program. You’ll learn the “do’s and don’ts” of living in Thailand. Where to go out, how to stay safe, where to shops are how to get around. In the afternoon you will participate in the Thai Cultural values training, where staff will cover the differences in working and communication style between Thailand and the West.
Farewell & Re-Entry Program
At the end of the program we will all get together for one last epic meal and talk about your adventures and experiences. Our staff will also share some precious tips on going back home feeling like a champ! Your study abroad experience is something to be cherished and shared with your family and friends back home.
Program Excursions
Bangkok City Tour
Visit the beautiful Grand Palace and Temple of the Emerald Buddha, Thailand’s most holy temple where you will be dazzled by gold and jade. Ride a riverboat down Thailand’s “River of Life,” the Chao Praya, and glimpse the lifestyles of people who live in this so-called “Venice of the East.” Finally, visit Wat Pho, “Temple of The Reclining Buddha,” a 50-meter long, 200-year-old buddha.
Thai Cooking Class
During this excursion you will learn all about Thai fruits, vegetable, and herbs, visit the market and learn about the different ingredients and then make a few dishes of your own from scratch.
Site Director
Travel Tip:
Looking for a cool and exciting way to explore Bangkok? The whole city used to be based around canals, so jumping on a boat gives you a way to get out of the traffic and experience the real Bangkok.
Travel Tip:
Looking for a cool and exciting way to explore Bangkok? The whole city used to be based around canals, so jumping on a boat gives you a way to get out of the traffic and experience the real Bangkok.
About:
David was born in the UK and moved to the US when he was 16 and completed high school and University in Colorado. As an avid traveler, his first thought on graduation was to travel to Asia. He volunteered and lived with a family in Kathmandu for 2 months before traveling to Thailand. He quickly fell in love with the country and for the last 12 years has worked as a teacher, as a development officer in NGOs, and has worked with volunteers and study abroad programs for the last seven years. He has an MA in Asia Pacific Studies and is fluent in Thai. He loves his work because it allows him to share his love of Thailand and its people with participants and at the same time support the great things that people all over Thailand are doing every day.
Travel Tip:
I always talk to the hotel staff and ask where to go and eat. But I don’t ask for their recommendation for me as a tourist, I ask where is their favorite place to eat. Once in Bali, our shuttle driver took us to his favorite diner and we got to eat the local food with our hands. It turned out to be one of the best meals we had in Bali.
Travel Tip:
I always talk to the hotel staff and ask where to go and eat. But I don’t ask for their recommendation for me as a tourist, I ask where is their favorite place to eat. Once in Bali, our shuttle driver took us to his favorite diner and we got to eat the local food with our hands. It turned out to be one of the best meals we had in Bali.
About:
With a background in social science and a master’s degree in international development from the U.K., I have more than 10 years’ experience in international program implementation and support in Bangkok and other countries. I love organizing events and meeting new people. I’m also passionate about traveling and believe that going to exotic places, learning about foreign cultures and new things in life make you grow as a person. My top three travel experiences are backpacking throughout Shangri-La, seeing the Aurora Borealis in Iceland, and driving through Jordan. If I’m not working or traveling, I enjoy spending my time at home and taking care of my cactus and roses.
Your Support Staff
Don’t overplan. Have a place to stay, pick a few major things you want to do, and then just get lost in the beauty of it all. If you plan too many activities, you miss out on stumbling into the most wonderful things that you’ll never forget.
Expect the unexpected! Sometimes culture shock is stronger in countries where you expect things to be more similar to your home country and environment. Traveling abroad is an excellent way to learn more about your own culture, habits, style, and adaptability.
You’ll be supported every step of the way!
Advising
Kaylee Klinger, our student advisor and 2x CIS Abroad alum, can help match you with a program that fits your academic and personal objectives. It’s not always an easy choice, but you can’t go wrong! Once you’ve decided, we’ll guide to you submit an online application.
Enrollment
Once you’ve submitted your initial application and the fee, you’ll be assigned a Program Enrollment Coordinator. We’ll work closely together to guide you through the enrollment process and prepare you for a life-changing experience!
Add-Ons
Add to your program for no extra fee!
Earn a valuable micro-credential from CIS Abroad! Having a highly visible addition to your resume or LinkedIn profile can help you stand out from other job seekers. It’s a fast-track way to identify demonstrated skills that make YOU a more valuable contributor to an organization.
Learn more about the Working Across Cultures micro-credential
HOW TO SIGN UP
If you’re interested in earning this micro-credential, please message your instructor by the beginning of the second week of your program.
Dates & Prices
ADVISOR TIP: Please WAIT to book flights until you have received confirmed dates in your acceptance paperwork. Dates posted here are subject to change.
- Application Deadline: Jun 1
- Arrival: September 1
- Departure: October 28 | November 25
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690
- Application Deadline: Jul 1
- Arrival: October 6
- Departure: December 2 | December 30
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690
- Application Deadline: Nov 1 (Estimated)
- Arrival: January 5 (Estimated)
- Departure: March 2 | March 30 (Estimated)
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690 (Estimated)
- Application Deadline: Nov 1 (Estimated)
- Arrival: February 2 (Estimated)
- Departure: March 30 | April 27 (Estimated)
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690 (Estimated)
- Application Deadline: Mar 1 (Estimated)
- Arrival: May 3 (Estimated)
- Departure: June 30 | July 28 (Estimated)
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690 (Estimated)
- Application Deadline: Mar 15 (Estimated)
- Arrival: May 31 (Estimated)
- Departure: July 28 | August 25 (Estimated)
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690 (Estimated)
- Application Deadline: Jun 1 (Estimated)
- Arrival: August 30 (Estimated)
- Departure: October 26 | November 23 (Estimated)
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690 (Estimated)
- Application Deadline: Jul 1 (Estimated)
- Arrival: October 4 (Estimated)
- Departure: November 30 | December 28 (Estimated)
- Price: $4,890 - $5,690 (Estimated)
Price Range
Price range is dependent upon duration (8 or 12 weeks)
Program Deposit
There is a non-refundable program deposit of $500. This deposit will be deducted from the total cost of the program. Paying the deposit secures your spot on the program.
As with all study abroad programs, you should count on a few additional expenses.
CIS Abroad reserves the right to alter fees at any time due to currency fluctuations and/or fee changes made by our partner universities.