Fully-funded Turing Internship Programme
Say Hello to The Turing Scheme...
We love creating opportunities. That’s why we’re committed to delivering the best international internship experiences for people in the UK and abroad. We’ve been working with Erasmus for over 15 years, and we bring the same level of quality and care to The Turing Scheme.
The Turing Scheme is a UK Government programme designed to give anyone aged 18+ the life-changing opportunity to live and work abroad for 10-13 weeks. From Dublin to Bangkok, we give Turing interns the unique chance to explore an exciting new place and make lifelong memories, all while developing the skills and knowledge to land their dream job.
... and goodbye to bland, unpaid internships!
The Turing Scheme is more than a work placement. It’s a fully funded global experience - where you’ll meet new people, explore a different culture, and maybe even learn a new language.
International experiences and language skills are universally valued among employers in the UK. Only a third of UK adults can speak more than one language, meaning language skills are high in demand and overseas internships make you stand out from the crowd.
Whether it’s your first ever job or the start of a career change, a Turing Scheme internship is an opportunity to grow both personally and professionally.
With the Turing Scheme, you get:
- A 10, 12, or 13-week work placement (Digital Marketing or TEFL)
- Return flights
- Accommodation
- £85/week living allowance
- Full comprehensive health and travel insurance
- A prepaid travel Card (Dublin only)
- An in-country language course (Spain and Portugal only)
- Awards contributing to a relevant level 3 qualification
- Support and mentoring throughout your placement
So why not apply?
I learned a lot about myself during this experience, and a lot of it was learning from others' experiences in life compared to my own!
Lauren
Digital Marketing Intern, 2023
Support and Mentorship
At Twin, we care. Internships with The Turing Scheme are fully funded and, throughout your placement, you’ll receive 24hr support from our team. There’s no need to worry about booking flights or finding accommodation - everything is organised for you. All you need to do is arrive at the airport!
You’ll also get to participate in a 10-week course relevant to your chosen sector. Current courses include:
Marketing: Level 3 Certificate in Social Media in Business
TEFL: Level 3 certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL).
If you opt for Spain or Portugal, you’ll attend free language courses suitable to your current level.
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Locations
We offer a variety of fantastic locations across the globe. Whether you’re enjoying Valencia’s sunny beaches or visiting temples in Thailand, we’re sure you’ll find somewhere you can thrive.
Find out more about each location below and what kind of placements they offer:
Placements
Our Turing placements fall into two main sectors: Digital Marketing, and TEFL.
We have a vast network of companies that specialise in a range of industries, meaning that each role comes with its own unique set of responsibilities.
For each placement, we require evidence of transferable skills and/or previous experience/qualification. While Turing internships are a learning opportunity, it is important to show you can add value to your desired company.
For more information about individual sectors and companies available in each destination, see below:
When can I go?
Most of our programmes begin in April, July, and September. Applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis - so the earlier you make an application, the better.
If there are later dates or other locations you are interested in, submit an application and we’ll be in touch with more information.
Our next available departure dates are:
There are no planned programmes for the period of September 2024-August 2025. Once we have announcements about new funding for groups in 2025, we will update this information on this page.
We process applications on a first-come, first-serve basis, and if your application is successful, we will help you start preparing for your placement. Please also note that this is a highly sought after programme, which means applying for it does not guarantee acceptance onto the Turing Scheme.
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Am I Eligible?
You don't need a degree to take part in the Turing Scheme, however there are a few criteria you must meet.
To benefit from Turing Scheme funding, you must:
- Be at least 18 years old
- Have a minimum of 5 GCSEs
- Have previous experience or qualifications in the chosen sector
- Have a permanent UK address and UK work rights
- Have a valid UK (or EU) passport with more than 6 months validity after the return date
- Be able to commit to the whole duration of the programme
- Not be a national citizen of the destination country
Note: If you are a university student looking for an industry placement, you are not eligible. Contact your university's Careers Service to find out what other opportunities are available to you through Turing.
It’s been such a whirlwind, from applying last-minute to the shock of being offered a full-time job in a new city!
Katie
Digital Marketing Intern 2022
*The SMALL print
The Turing Scheme is a UK Government-funded programme and specifically designed to help you gain valuable work experience, which is why almost all costs are covered.
But, some things are not included, such as travel to and from the airport, and while your accommodation is covered and you get a weekly living allowance of 100€ if you overspend on food and excursions, you might need to dip into your savings.
Have a question? Read our FAQs, check out the official programme handbook here or contact us either by message or by calling us at 020 8269 5690.
Are you ready?
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Limited spaces available.
