Cultural Embrace's Intern in the United Kingdom program offers participants an incredible opportunity to experience the Briton lifestyle first-hand, making accessible a truly unique continent that is certain to leave lasting, meaningful impressions on you for years to come.  Earn important hands-on experience in your sector of study that will benefit your resume and your global perspective.

We will match your career objectives with the needs of  companies in the UK. We work with a network of companies that will provide you with practical work experience focusing on your field of study. Placements are made in many industries including but not limited to: accounting and finance, architecture, office administration, computers & IT, civil engineering, fashion, insurance, international trade, law, media, graphic design, hotel & catering, freight/transportation, public relations, marketing, event management, travel/tourism, logistics, and much more. Both general and specialized placements can be made.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interning in the United Kingdom Offers:

• Practical international work experience in your field of interest
• A reference from your employer upon completion of your term  
• An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
• An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g.: sports, music, cooking)
• Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about 
• The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
• Valuable, marketable work experience that strengthens your resume.
• A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills. 

Cultural Embrace Offers:

• Guaranteed Internship Offer Prior to Departure
  Cultural Embrace guarantees an internship offer made with your requested preferences. Due to visa regulations, all positions are unpaid.  However, many companies are prepared to pay bonuses based on your work performance. A local supervisor within the company will be available to advise and monitor your work program progress.
• Housing Assistance
  Cultural Embrace will pre-arrange accommodations for the duration of your stay based upon your budget and preferences.  Single and shared rooms in student residences are available.  
   
• Visa Assistance
  Cultural Embrace will arrange your work permit for you, provided that you are a US or Canadian citizen (other nationalities must arrange their own work permit). The fee to receive your work permit is NOT included in your program fee. Although we submit the information for your work permit/visa, we have no control nor the ability to guarantee government issuance and/or visa availability.
• Arrival Orientation
  Upon arrival, your orientation will provide you with pertinent information regarding local transportation, banking, and safety. You will also receive tips on travel, communications, and social and outdoor activities. Finally, you will be familiarized with the code of conduct and expectations for your internship.
• Travel Insurance:  Basic Major Medical Coverage 
  Our policy provides basic emergency medical coverage. Cultural Embrace highly recommends additional travel insurance.
• Cultural Embrace Kit
  Useful tips, advice, and information to prepare you for the amazing adventure of living and working abroad.

Full-time Representation
Cultural Embrace provides representation in the United States and the UK & Ireland prior to, during, and after your placement.

• You must be at least 18 to 30 years of age.
• For US passport-holding citizens (and Green Card Holders):
• You must be a current full-time student taking at an accredited US college or university, or a recent graduate, beginning your program within 12 months after your graduation date.
• For non-U.S. and non-Canadian passport holding citizens: if you are able to obtain your own work permit or working holiday visa, we can pre-arrange your placement and accommodations. Unfortunately, we cannot assist those who are unable to acquire work permits for the UK.
• Minimum duration is 4 weeks and maximum is 6 months; preference given to applicants that can work for 6 months.
• You must have access to a minimum of US$1500. This minimum amount does not have to be entirely in cash - traveler’s checks, ATM, and debit/credit cards may also be presented. You are required to show that you have immediate access to funds via bank accounts or parental help.
• Enjoy working with and serving others in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Open to foreign cultures and living abroad.
• High level of responsibility.
• Dedication to the full term of commitment.

 

4-24 weeks

US$ 1875

 

*Program fees do not include internship visa fees.
**Please note prices are subject to change according to world currency exchange rates
***Prices listed in US Dollars. AUD$, CAN$, £ and € accepted

 

Twin Room in Student Residence Hall	Single Room in Student Resident Hall	Single Room in Student Residence Hall (Summer only)
£195/week	from £285	from £225

 

Sample Accommodation Rates (per week)

*A security deposit will be expected upon arrival

1.Obtain the Intern Abroad Application Forms & Procedures documents in one of three ways:

(a) Download the forms: Intern Application (PDF).   Intern in the UK Program Details and FAQ (PDF).
(b) Fill out an online application request form and the forms will be e-mailed to you within 2-3 days.
(c) Call Cultural Embrace at 512.469.9089 or 888.214.8570 (US toll-free) to have the forms mailed to you in 7-10 days.

2. Read the instructions carefully and complete all forms.

3. Submit your completed application packet to:
CULTURAL EMBRACE
7201 Bill Hughes Road
Austin, TX 78745 USA

Completed packets should include the following:

• Work Program Application.
• Signed Work Program Agreement.
• Resume/CV.
• Cover letter explaining why you want to work abroad.
• Copy of your Bachelor's degree/diploma and other significant credentials.
• Copy of your passport (information page only).
• Two Letters of Recommendation. Your referrer can send it directly to us via post or email).
• Four passport-size photos (please print your name on the back of each photo).
• Full-length photo (alone or with friends and family).
• Police Background Security Check.
• Recent medical record verifying that you are mentally, emotionally, and physically healthy.
• A full-length picture.
• US$200 non-refundable deposit (credited toward your program fee).

Upon receipt of your application, a Cultural Embrace coordinator will contact you for a 20-30 minute phone interview. Once we accept you in to our program, you will receive an invoice for the remainder of your program fee. In order for us to contact our local partners to start your placement process, we require at least 50% of your program fee.

There is no deadline for applications - first come, first serve. We recommend submitting your application and program fee at least 12-16 weeks prior to your desired start date in order for us to organize and arrange your work placement with our local partners.

*Cultural Embrace requires an expedited application fee for those applying 12 weeks or less before the desired date of departure. Applications received 8-12 weeks prior to desired departure date will be charged US$150. Applications received less than 8 weeks before the desired departure date will be charged US$250.