Formerly known as Bunac Intern in Britain
Intern in the UK
BUNAC is one of the largest A-Rated sponsors for the UK’s Temporary Work Government Authorised Exchange (GAE) visa. Together with our sibling brand, JENZA, we provide the sponsorship and support for international students to intern in the UK for 1-12 months.
You're (almost) in the right place! Head to JENZA Intern UK, to book BUNAC Intern in Britain
Working the world together
Sponsorship by BUNAC, supported by JENZA
Although we’re the same team of work(abroad)aholics behind the scenes, the JENZA Travel Group is made up of three work and travel brands – including BUNAC, USIT and JENZA. Since 2024, BUNAC has been our dedicated summer camp brand, and JENZA our dedicated work and intern abroad brand. Due to its heritage as a UK Government sponsor for international interns coming to the UK, BUNAC is the visa sponsor for our JENZA Intern UK program.
Why us?
55+ years of UK exchanges
Founded in 1962 by two British students as a non-profit, BUNAC (British Universities North America Club) established its first work program for US students to the UK in 1966. This later became know as the Work in Britain/Blue Card programme and was the largest outbound work abroad program for US students.
A-rated UK visa sponsor
Since 2009, we’ve worked closely with the UK Government to launch the current internship program for international students and grads. And today, BUNAC is one of the largest A-rated sponsors for the Temporary Work GAE visa that allows students to undertake professional internships in the UK.
Why the history lesson…
Almost 60 years later, our mission has never been more important. We believe that travel opens up a world of opportunities for young people. Each year, our dedicated UK and Ireland based team help thousands of students to come to the UK - setting them up with the sponsorship and support they need to succeed.
Work with us
Are you a university or placement partner?
We provide the visa sponsorship, placement vetting and 1-on-1 visa support for your students or interns to get ahead with a professional internship in the UK. We already work with some of the most prestigious universities and partners in the US and Europe.
Why do an internship in the UK
All nationalities
We can sponsor full-time students and recent grads of all nationalities to intern in the UK – making it an accessible first step to getting professional workplace experience either during or after uni. Whether you want to use your summer holidays to get ahead, need academic credit as part of your degree, or have graduated in the last two years and are wondering what's next – a UK internship will help put your resume firmly on the map.
Placement flexibility
The UK is one of the leading places in the world to intern. Home to the sixth largest economy and an unrivalled creative scene, every type of industry and size of business is represented here – from big multinationals to global non-profits and independent start-ups. From fashion to finance, you can intern in most fields – and uniquely for an internship visa, you don’t have to do a placement in an area that’s connected to your degree.
Work experience
In a competitive job market, immersing yourself in a different cultural and professional environment with an overseas internship can help set you apart from other candidates and boost your future employability. You’ll learn from leaders in your field, build your network, and grow personally as well as professionally by living in one of the most dynamic and diverse places in the world. Plus, the historical cities and ancient ruins of Europe are right on your doorstep!
Intern UK
Let's get started
Head over to our JENZA website to find out more about interning in the UK. We’ll give you the royal treatment with our decades of expertise, visa geekery, and love for all things Blighty. Plus, when you're in the UK – our London-based team will do regular check-ins to make sure your training is going to plan and you’re getting the most out of your experience.
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JENZA Travel International Ltd, trading as BUNAC, is a company registered in Dublin, Ireland with Registered Company No. 707281 and registered address at 29-31 South William St, Dublin, Ireland, D02 EY96.