Marketing internships abroad will provide you with invaluable learning experiences and the opportunity to test and hone your skills in real-world situations.
Our marketing internships abroad programs are ideal for college students studying marketing, marketing professionals and those in training, business enthusiasts, or anyone with a background in marketing.
Overview
Marketing Internships Abroad
Marketing internships abroad are highly beneficial for both students and seasoned marketers, offering a blend of professional development, cultural enrichment, and career advancement opportunities.
The hands-on experience of marketing internships helps both students and professionals develop the ability to adapt marketing strategies to diverse cultural contexts.
Enroll in a marketing internship abroad program with the Jamaica International Projects (JIP) and become a more versatile and creative marketer. Exposure to marketing practices and consumer behaviors that are unique to Jamaica will help you to improve your cross-cultural communication skills.
Participate in a marketing internship in Jamaica and learn how to design more effective and culturally relevant marketing campaigns, which are crucial for managing international campaigns and working with diverse teams.
We offer a wide range of customizable marketing internships abroad projects. So, whether you are interested in enrolling in international marketing internships, international advertising internships, or digital marketing internship abroad, we can find the ideal placement for you.
Why Should I join Your Marketing Internships Abroad Program?
Our marketing internships abroad program allows you to provide marketing support, strategy, and advice to local businesses.
Often, businesses in Jamaica cannot afford the necessary marketing expertise needed to expand their reach, and as a result, international interns are needed to lend their skills and experience to local companies and startups.
This international collaboration is not only beneficial to local companies.
First-hand practical experienced gained during marketing internships abroad is particularly valuable in the increasingly globalized business environment.
Employers often view candidates with international marketing experience as more adaptable, resourceful, and culturally aware, qualities that are crucial in marketing roles.
Here are more reasons why you should consider a marketing internship abroad with us:
- Challenge Yourself: Embrace the challenge of needing to understand and cater to the unique preferences, behaviors, and cultural nuances of Jamaican consumers, which will likely differ significantly from what you are used to. Marketing internships abroad in Jamaica will also force you to be more creative and innovative in developing marketing strategies that are both cost-effective and impactful because of the limited resources of smaller local companies
- Meaningful Engagement: Engage authentically with local communities and forge lasting friendships.
- Personal Growth: Discover new passions, strengths, weaknesses, or even a new life purpose.
- Learning and Development: Learn from your experiences to emerge as a more effective contributor to global marketing efforts.
- Cultural Immersion: Experience vibrant cultures with interactive cultural lessons and tours, including visits to local markets and indigenous communities.
- Versatile Experiences: Enjoy a balanced mix of volunteering, fun, and sightseeing, ensuring a holistic and memorable experience.
Your Rewards
- Make an impact on a rewarding experience abroad
- Up to 40 volunteer hours each week
- Marketing internship certificate
- Local culture certificate
- Language certificate
- Travel Safety & Security certificate
- 10% off all tours & adventures
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What Qualifications or Experience Do I Need to Join?
You do not need prior experience to join our marketing internships abroad program.
However, if you wish for more advanced placements involving strategic marketing work, such as campaign development or using analytics tools, you will need qualifications and experience.
Marketers and business professionals will need to provide such qualifications during the application to secure advanced placements.
Ideal Volunteers
- Marketers
- Business professionals
- University students looking to major in marketing or business
- Teens and young adults who would like to explore the field of marketing
- Couples and families, with at least one member qualified to do marketing work
- Corporate groups
- Business owners
- Mature volunteers
- Professionals
- High school and university groups
Planning Your Project Activities
To maximize impact on your internships abroad projects, we encourage all volunteers to pre-plan.
When accepted to join the project, we will assist you in brainstorming activities you wish to undertake. We can also schedule a meeting with you to discuss your planned activities.
What Can I Do During My Marketing Internships Abroad Project:
During a marketing internship abroad in Jamaica, both students studying marketing in college and experienced marketers can engage in a variety of activities that leverage the unique cultural, economic, and social landscape of the country.
The exact activity you partake will of course depend on where you are placed.
But here are some key activities you could undertake:
- Intern in local marketing firms to shadow marketing experts, or lead marketing teams and initiatives.
- Assist with creating and implementing marketing plans and strategies.
- Work on projects that involve rebranding or brand positioning for
- Jamaican businesses, considering the local culture and market demands.
- Conduct market research and analysis to understand local consumer preferences, purchasing behaviors, and cultural influences on buying decisions.
- Help to develop Customer Feedback Programs to collect and analyze customer feedback, helping businesses in Jamaica improve their products and services based on real user input.
- Participate in the marketing and promotion of local events.
- Engage in community outreach programs to provide marketing support to schools, businesses by conducting workshops, distributing educational materials, and educate the public on effective marketing strategies.
These are just examples.
Feel free to discuss any other activities you would like to engage in during your project.
What Will My First Day Be Like?
On your first day of the marketing internship abroad project, you will visit your volunteer site with your Project Advisor.
You will tour the property, meet your team members, receive a brief project orientation, and learn where to get lunch.
How Will I Spend Afternoon and Weekends?
On some afternoons and weekends when you do not have volunteer work planned, you can purchase a tour and adventure package to have some fun during your marketing internship abroad project.
What Happens After My Project is Completed?
After your marketing internships abroad project is completed, we will award you a Volunteer Certificate signed by our Managing Director.
If you have any documents that verify your volunteer or service hours, we will be happy to sign those as well.
Do I Need Any Resources for Marketing Internships Abroad Projects?
The below listed resources can help to ensure a successful and impactful marketing internship in Jamaica.
These tools could help you to better engage with the local market, and contribute effectively to marketing campaigns.
Items you might need for your internship placement:
- A functioning laptop with marketing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics, social media management tools).
- Portable external drives
- Presentation tools such as portable projectors to present ideas to local businesses and organizations.
- Reliable internet access solutions (like portable Wi-Fi) to stay connected.
This is optional, but if you plan to help local junior marketers develop their marketing skills by educating them on marketing principles, or help the lesser fortunate in Jamaica, we encourage all interns who wish to enroll in our marketing internship programs to fundraise at home to gather resources.
Here are materials you might need to ‘give back’:
- Provide valuable learning and reference materials such as marketing textbooks, online course subscriptions, or e-books for continuous learning.
- Useful and valuable items such as clothing, food, etc. that can be donated to an orphanage or other organizations that provide for locals who are in need.
*This is entirely optional and is not a requirement to enroll in our international culinary internships.
Below is a list of the needed resources.
Recommended to Take with You
- Money to purchase lunch ($3 – $5 USD per day)
- Insect repellent to prevent mosquito and bug bites
- Supplies to assist with your project
- A camera to take pictures
- Sunscreen
- A reusable water bottle
- Comfortable shoes
- Notebook or electronic device to take notes
- Cash for shopping excursions
- Water shoes if you plan on swimming
Pricing & Requirements
Marketing Internships Abroad Packages
Tuition for our marketing program
*All fees listed below are in USD and priced Per Person
Enrollment Fees
| Project Format | Enrollment Fee |
|---|---|
| Placement Only Enrollment Fee | $349 |
| Full Project Enrollment fee | $200 |
Full Project Tuition
| Project Duration | Tuition |
|---|---|
| 1 Week | $999 |
| 2 Weeks | $1,499 |
| 3 Weeks | $1,999 |
| 4 Weeks | $2,499 |
| Extra Weeks | $500 |
Tour & Adventure Packages
| Tour Packages | Cost |
|---|---|
| Ocho Rios Adventure & Kingston Highlights | $300 |
| Portland Escapade & Blue Mountain Trek | $300 |
Tour add-ons are done on weekends and include multiple attractions and all entrance fees
- Guaranteed placement within an organization in Jamaica where you will volunteer or intern
- Do meaningful volunteer or work activities within your program
- Enrollment in our Jamaican culture course for a thorough lesson on the different aspects of the Jamaican way of life
- Receive lessons in Jamaican Patois, our island’s native and somewhat popular dialect
- Jamaican safety and security course
- A dedicated Project Advisor who will check in with you during your project to ensure you are on track and to solve any issues that may arise
- Receive a volunteer/internship certificate at the end of your project
- Complete up to 40 hours of volunteer hours or internship hours per week during your project
- Develop your critical thinking skills as you solve daily problems as they arise
Highlights of the Full Marketing Internship Abroad in Jamaica:
- Dorm accommodation at Barnett’s Homestay
- Air-conditioned room, WiFi, cable television, and more
- Receive full breakfast and dinner each day
- Transportation to and from your volunteer project daily
- Airport pick-up and drop-off at the beginning and end of your project
- Welcome kit with your itinerary, emergency contact info, brochures and other surprises
- Receive pre-arrival support with planning your project
- Meet other volunteers, interns or students from around the world who may join during your stay
- 24-hour support while in Jamaica
Barnett’s Homestay – Jamaican Homebase
Our primary accommodation is Barnett’s Homestay, located in the quiet community of Portmore, St. Catherine. You will stay with Jomo Barnett, the Director of Jamaica International Projects, and his family during your project. This is your chance to live with a Jamaican family and learn our culture.
Amenities at Barnett’s Homestay include:
- Shared dorm room with air conditioning and spacious beds
- Breakfast and dinner each day
- Eat authentic and delicious Jamaican meals, or request meals for special diets
- Private room available upon request
- WiFi
- Rooms and common areas cleaned daily
- Clean towels, wash rags, blankets and bed linen provided
- Live with a local family and learn our culture
- Cable television
- Work area
- Games and activities planned each night
Enrollment
The Enrollment Process
When you are ready to enroll in our program for marketing internships abroad, follow these steps to start planning and preparing:
Research & Get the Facts
Step 1: Research
Read through this page, what will be included in our marketing internships abroad program and decide if this is the right fit for you. Consider the costs involved, project durations, the requirements, and what you will be able to do.
Step 2: Learn about us
Read about us, check our reviews, download our brochure, or read our FAQ.
Step 3: Open a dialogue with family and advisors
Discuss our program for marketing internships abroad with your parents or guardian, friends, academic advisors, and mentors, why you want to join, and what you hope to accomplish during your trip. Share our website or brochure with them.
Step 4: Connect with a Project Advisor
Reach out to us to connect with a Project Advisor who will meet with you and your parents or guardians to guide you through the enrollment process, answer any questions you might have, and help you set your goals and itinerary.
Admissions & Getting Started
Step 1: Apply
Complete the application form to enroll in our marketing internships abroad program. By applying you won’t be making a commitment or locking yourself into the program, so you are free to explore other options and compare us with other marketing internships abroad companies. Instead, your application will help us better advise you, plan your itinerary, and customize a project for you.
We review and respond to applications within 48 hours.
Step 2: Meet us
Schedule a virtual meeting with us. If you are under 18, you are required to have a parent or guardian present. Meetings are done on Zoom, Google Meets, or via phone call.
Step 3: Review the marketing internship tuition cost
Review the offer email, which includes the cost, sample itinerary, what is included, and what you need to submit.
Step 4: Secure your placement
Pay the Enrollment Fee and the Project Tuition. You have the option to pay the Project Tuition in full or request a payment plan.
Step 5: Start submitting documents
Submit outstanding payments and documents
The documents you should submit include:
- 2 Reference letters (1 personal, 1 professional)
- 1 recent photo ID (passport, national ID, school ID, or driver’s license)
- Proof of travel insurance
- Completed application form
- CV or resume
- Proof of qualifications (if you are certified or have experience in a specific field)
- Flight itinerary (Full Projects)
Pre-Arrival – Getting Ready to Go
Step 1: Onboarding call
Within a month of the start date of your marketing internships abroad project, we will host a 30-minute onboarding call on Zoom or Google Meets with you. This includes an official welcome, tips and guides, and virtual orientation. You will get access to our local culture and our travel safety and security course online that you can complete at your own pace.
Step 2: Ensure you are travel-ready
Check your passport to ensure it will not expire during your trip, research if you need a visa to enter and stay in Jamaica, obtain a travel medical insurance plan that covers you during your marketing internships abroad project, and book your flights.
Step 3: Finalize Your Enrollment
Confirm that all fees are paid and submit all required documents.
F.A.Q.
Who Can Become a Marketing Intern?
There is no restriction on who can participate in our international marketing internships abroad opportunities. Our only restriction is the age range of our participants, which is between 16 and 30 years old.
Can I Talk to Previous Marketing Interns?
Yes! Read our reviews to see what our past volunteers have to say about us and their experiences. During the enrollment process, you can request to connect with a past international marketing intern.
Will I be able to Meet Other Marketing Intern Participants while I’m Abroad?
This depends on the time of year that you join, but you may meet other marketing internship abroad volunteers during your project. Keep in mind that other marketing interns may be enrolled in a different project than yours.
What are the Requirements to Join Your Marketing Internships Abroad Program?
You must be 16 years old or older to enroll on your own. If you are younger than 16, you will have to enroll with a parent or guardian. For a full list of requirements check out this list.
Jamaica is an English-speaking country, so you should be able to read, write, and speak English (you don’t need to be fluent).
No experience or qualifications are required just a willingness to do a great job and have lots of fun.
We encourage you to share any dietary needs or any special accommodations needed for your participation. Feel free to contact us if you have any questions about choosing the right program for you.
What Costs do I Need to Consider?
Beyond the program tuition and enrollment fee, consider these additional costs to ensure a smooth and worry-free financial experience:
- Travel: This includes flights and any in-country transportation needs you might incur back in your home country.
- Daily Expenses: Budget for personal spending on snacks, shopping, laundry, and other incidentals.
- Extra Adventures: Factor in costs for optional tours, excursions, and additional meals if desired.
- Essentials: Remember travel medical insurance is required. You may also have to pay a visa fee to visit the country depending on your nationality. We recommend budgeting for gratuities as well.
How Can I Pay for my Marketing Internships Abroad Project?
We accept payments by credit card or international wire transfer. You have the option to pay in full or go on a payment plan.
Do You Offer Sponsorships, Grants, or Fundraising Opportunities?
Looking for sponsorships or grants? While we don’t offer them directly, we can still help! Check with your school, parents/guardians, and mentors – they might have travel scholarships or grants available. We will assist with any application paperwork you need.
Need help funding your trip? Our detailed fundraising guide offers two options:
- Launch a crowdfunding campaign: This guide will walk you through setting up a campaign to get support from friends, family, and others.
- Discover creative fundraising ideas: Get inspired with a list of unique ways to raise money for your adventure.
Can I Arrive Earlier or Later than My Project Start Time?
To get the most out of your marketing internship abroad project, starting on the recommended Sunday is ideal. This way, you’ll participate in the initial orientation alongside your fellow participants, ensuring everyone is on the same page from the beginning.
Need to adjust your arrival date? No problem! Just let us know before enrolling, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your request.
May I Volunteer with Friends/Spouses/Family?
Absolutely! Everything is better with friends. You can join with a parent, friend, sibling, or spouse and share a room (based on availability).
Will I Be Safe During My Marketing Internships Abroad Project?
Yes! We take your safety and security seriously. Some steps we take to keep you safe during your trip include:
- Vetted project sites
- Accommodations with cameras and security systems
- A detailed course on safety in the host country
- Professional and licensed drivers take you to and from projects and destinations daily
- We take you to the supermarket or ATM and transfer you safely
- All employees do background checks
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