Illinois Tech Career Services · Elevate Experiences
Virtual Internships
Work for a Global Company — From Anywhere.
Gain real-world, global work experience from anywhere — all you need is a laptop and an internet connection.
14,000+
Companies
80+
Countries
18
Career Fields
10–20
Hrs / Week
1 in 4
Hired After
Fall 2026 applications are open — apply by Sunday, July 12 for the September 21 start.
Now Open
Apply for a guaranteed Fall 2026 internship
A guaranteed, remote, project-based internship in your chosen field. Undergraduates can complete it for credit or non-credit; graduate students can participate too. Choose your enrollment path, then pick a start date.
BUS 495-07 (CRN 16823)
A 3-credit, semester-long course that includes a 6-week Virtual Internship and fulfills free elective credits. You apply for the internship the first week of Fall classes (beginning Aug 17) — register for the course, and do not use the apply link.
8–10 Week Internship · $200 Fee
Open to undergraduate and graduate students. If selected, a $200 program participation fee is required to enroll. Apply through the Illinois Tech cohort link and choose a start date below.
September 21 Start
Apply by Sunday, July 12 · 11:59 PM
Duration: 8 weeks (15 or 20 hrs/week) or 10 weeks (15 hrs/week)
October 12 Start
Apply by Sunday, August 2 · 11:59 PM
Duration: 8 weeks (15 or 20 hrs/week)
Important: Do not apply directly on the main VI website — use the cohort link above to be part of the Illinois Tech sponsored group. If enrolling in BUS 495-07, do not submit an application; you’ll apply during the first week of Fall classes (Aug 17).
About
A remote internship, matched to you
Virtual Internships connects Illinois Tech students with approved host companies worldwide — from startups to organizations like Facebook, Deutsche Bank, and Carrefour. Choose your career field, weekly hours, and schedule, with a dedicated coach supporting you start to finish.
You’ll walk away with: global company experience across 18 career fields, a curated project plan aligned to your goals, completion certification, and a detailed performance evaluation.
Why Virtual Internships
What sets it apart
Guaranteed Placement
No competing for spots — enroll and you’re matched.
Flexible Schedule
10, 15, or 20 hrs/week for 10–12 weeks — fits around coursework.
No Relocation Costs
Work from anywhere — no travel, housing, or visa issues.
Global Network
Companies in 80+ countries — build connections across continents.
12+ Dev Courses Included
Professional-development courses to build workplace skills.
Dedicated Coach
One-on-one internship coaching throughout your experience.
How It Works
Three steps to your placement
I. Discover
Enroll online and explore opportunities across 80+ countries.
II. Match & Upskill
Get matched to a host company and complete tailored dev courses.
III. Gain Experience
Complete your placement with coach support and earn certification.
Student Story
“This opportunity gave me an advantage over other students when applying for future internships and jobs. It gave me invaluable insight into the world of work and increased my competence within my chosen field.”
Eridon Keta — Product Development Intern, ARYZE (Denmark)
Counts toward your Elevate experience
Completing a Virtual Internship satisfies your Elevate experience requirement — build real-world skills while meeting your milestones.
Next Steps
Ready to get started?
1. Book a Career Coach
Meet virtually with a Career Coach for resume help, strategy, and your internship search.
2. Apply for Fall 2026
Applications are open now — apply by July 12 (Sep 21 start) or Aug 2 (Oct 12 start).
Ready for a Global Internship — From Anywhere?
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