Virtual Internship Partners

Virtual Internships (Virtual Internship Partners) operates a work-based learning platform that matches learners with remote internship placements at host companies internationally. The platform serves three connected user groups: companies that want access to pre-vetted remote interns and a future talent pipeline; educators, including universities, bootcamps and governments, that embed internships into their curricula to support student employability; and individual interns seeking work experience and professional connections.

The intern-facing offering is positioned around a guaranteed placement irrespective of degree, location or prior experience, with the participant choosing start date, internship duration and weekly hour commitment. Placements are matched to stated career-field preferences and are accompanied by coaching support and supplementary skills courses. The company frames its positioning around changes to work driven by AI technology and the resulting need for practical, real-world experience.

Business model

The company intermediates between host companies that receive remote interns and learners who receive placements, with educational institutions and government bodies acting as partner channels that provide cohorts of students. It also runs an affiliates program.

Traction

The site states more than 250,000 global internships available, a network of 13,000 host companies, coverage of over 80 countries, 95% intern satisfaction, and that one in three interns is hired after completing the program.