Remote internships are a practical way to gain experience while studying. Here’s where to look and how to stand out.
15 places to find remote internships
General platforms
- LinkedIn — filter by “Internship” + “Remote”
- Indeed — set location to “Remote”
- Glassdoor — check reviews before applying
- Wellfound — startups, often remote-friendly
Student-focused
- Internshala (many remote roles)
- Forage — virtual work simulations from real companies
- Riipen — short project-based internships
- Virtual Internships — paid structured programs
Tech / design / marketing
- GitHub job boards — via repos and communities
- Dribbble / Behance — design internships
- Google Summer of Code — open source, stipend
- MLH Fellowship — tech, remote
NGOs / global
- UN Online Volunteering — remote, good for CV
- Idealist — nonprofits with remote roles
- Company career pages — many corporates list “virtual internship” separately
How to get selected
- Tailor your resume to the role (1 page, skills first)
- Show proof: GitHub, portfolio, writing samples, class projects
- Short cover note: 3 lines — who you are, why them, one proof point
- Follow up once after 7 days
Avoid scams
- Never pay to get an internship
- Check the company domain (not Gmail-only)
- Video interview beats text-only chat offers
- No “deposit for equipment” — legit companies ship or reimburse
FAQ
Are remote internships paid?
Some are, many aren’t. Prioritize learning + proof of work; paid ones are competitive.
How many hours?
Typically 10-20 hrs/week for students. Confirm before accepting.