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Explore our Engineering & IT Internships

We invite you to join one of our engineering or IT internships! As an intern, you’ll immerse yourself in the dynamic world of continuously pushing boundaries of problem-solving and innovation. As you delve into the real-world application of your IT or engineering skills, you’ll be making a true impact in the lives of local communities and hardworking organizations. These internships invite you to use your specialized skills to make a difference in the efficiency and impact of projects addressing global issues at a grassroots level.

During any internships in IT or in engineering, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with a determined team of volunteers and professionals who are passionate about the cause they work for. No matter what tasks your internship involves, you’ll be a large part of the team as you’ll be applying your specific knowledge and skills to tackle challenges that organizations face in their daily work. This is your opportunity to combine your passions and technical skills with the values of social responsibility.

Read more about our Engineering & IT Internships options

Why choose Roots Interns for Engineering & IT Internships?

Grassroots

You’ll join an organization that works directly with their community to solve problems on the ground and make a real impact.

Matchmaking

We’ll help you find and prepare for an internship with the organization that’s right for you and your skills, background, and passions.

Academic placements

Working abroad is an experience like no other and your internship will be tailored to your studies and interests.

Browse All Engineering & IT Internship Projects

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Open for applications

IT & Web Management Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Italy OR Portugal
  • Website Management, Backend Development, Systems & Procedures
Apply your IT skills to web development projects with nonprofits that will help you build your portfolio as you expand their online presence.
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A group of interns jump in excitement on a beach at sunset, silhouetted against the sky, symbolizing teamwork and celebration.

Open for applications

Customized Internship in Europe

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Croatia, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain
  • Social-Environmental Impact, Tailor-Made, Nonprofit Development
Design a tailor-made internship experience that aligns with your professional and personal goals while furthering the mission of a nonprofit in Europe.
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Volunteers working on a construction project in a rural village setting

Open for applications

Construction Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Building, Product Design, Planning & Research
Build skills and experience in construction by building homes and sanitation systems for impoverished neighborhoods.
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coding during a remote computer science internship

March 2025 start dates

Remote Computer Science Internship

  • Min. 12 weeks
  • Remote
  • Coding, Systems Design, Programming
Apply your coding skills in the real-world by helping an innovative tech startup develop an exciting multi-app search engine.
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Open for applications

Impact and Water Waste Research Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Berlin, Germany OR Remote
  • Research, Data Analysis, Reporting, Presentations
Build valuable research skills whilst contributing to an often overlooked cause in the climate crisis
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volunteer inside a dental clinic

Open for applications

Public Health and WASH Engineering Internship