Internships for Torino, Italy

USAC internships abroad are a great way to enhance your educational experience. Participating in a structured work or research experience with an international organization, whether in-person or virtually, will help you gain valuable skills and hands-on experience while expanding your professional network and immersing yourself in the workplace culture of Italy.

A $985 internship placement fee will be required of all students participating in an in-person USAC internship. This fee helps offset the costs of securing quality internship placements and helps provide a range of professional development activities, including an online internship seminar, career workshops, and panel discussions.

For more information on eligibility requirements and application process see the USAC internship page.

Virtual placements are offered through USAC’s virtual internship program. For more information about the program, see the virtual internships page.

*Placement with a particular internship provider is not guaranteed

Placements available in the following fields:

Business

Design

Digital Marketing and Social Media Management

English-Language Instruction

Health and Wellness

Business

One of the oldest Italian American football teams participating in professional and youth leagues and exhibiting a strong sense of social responsibility through community outreach and volunteer activities.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Work directly with the President of the football team
• Observe various roles such as coaching, mentoring, and business operations
• Assist in business operations including finance, budgeting, and negotiations

Requirements

• None

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

Business

A cultural association committed to the creation, development, experimentation, diffusion, and distribution of visual and musical art, the production of fictional and documentary films, and the organization of cinematographic events.

Sample Works Responsibilities

• Organization and promotion of artistic and cinematographic events
• Management and administration of contacts, community, and forum
• Assist in welcoming guests and liaising with the press office
• Updating social media channels
• Creation of textual, visual, and video content
• Translation of promotional materials
• Creation of a media list of international cinema professionals

Requirements

• Basic Italian proficiency preferred

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Semester

Business

A family-owned pastry and chocolate factory that has been in business since 1885 using the best raw materials, traditional recipes, and a unique processing method that respects tradition while continuously searching for innovative flavor profiles.

Sample Works Responsibilities

• Work with the sales manager on marketing and sales plans
• Assist in production testing
• Participate in research and development
• Communicate with suppliers and customers

Requirements

• None

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

Business

A craft brewery inspired by traditional recipes and techniques, locally sourced ingredients, and a commitment to absolute quality.

Sample Works Responsibilities

• Assist the brewmaster in all stages of production, including research and development, brewing, packaging, marketing, sales and promotion, and retail sales

Requirements

• None

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

Design

A fashion design and manufacturing workshop involved in every step of the creative process and dedicated to the creation of high quality, comfortable, and versatile fashion.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Create handmade clothing from the design to the final product and better understand the fashion industry in Italy
• Gain hands-on experience in various stages of design and production, including working with fabrics, learning how to sew buttons, sleeves, skirts, and many other elements in various styles of clothing.

Requirements

• None

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

Design

A studio that designs and creates furniture and home accents with a focus on sustainable materials and artisinal production. The architects and designers of the studio make equipment, materials, and skills accessible to the public through their makerspace and by organizing courses and events on environmental sustainability.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Assist designers
• Develop ideas for recycling materials to create new pieces of furniture or products
• Design new products
• Develop proficiency in using SketchUp

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

Digital Marketing and Social Media Management

A digital marketing consultancy empowering high-end sports brands in the cycling industry through innovative digital marketing solutions.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Manage the digital presence of the organization
• Content research and development
• Create posts and stories for a road cycling clothing brand
• Promote clothing, partnerships, and sponsored teams and athletes associated with the brand.

Requirements

• Experience in social media management and familiarity with major social media platforms

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

Digital Marketing and Social Media Management

An interactive, creative communications firm and incubator of young creative talent with projects in social media and digital advertising, graphic design, and multi-media projects.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Conduct marketing research
• Develop advertising campaigns and participate in the creative process
• Give presentations to staff and clients
• Work on real project for major Italian companies

Requirements

• None

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

Digital Marketing and Social Media Management

A studio that designs and creates furniture and home accents with a focus on sustainable materials and artisinal production. The architects and designers of the studio make equipment, materials, and skills accessible to the public through their makerspace and by organizing courses and events on environmental sustainability.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Conducting market research
• Conceptualizing and executing a marketing campaign promoting products
• Help to find new clients

Requirements

Marketing and communications experience required

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Summer, Semester

English-Language Instruction

An interdisciplinary academic unit at the University of Torino focusing on economics, business management and administration, data science, mathematics, political economy, and finance.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Assist teacher with English lessons
• Help Italian students to embrace the English language through interactive group conversation
• Give presentations about American lifestyles, conversation, and business English etc.

Requirements

• None

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Semester

Health and Wellness

The Italian national society of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) that acts before, during, and after disasters and health emergencies to meet the needs and improve the lives of vulnerable people without discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class, or political opinions.

Sample Work Responsibilities

• Learn the history and the fundamental principles of the Red Cross, the basics of international humanitarian law and the functions of the Torino branch
• Learn the basics of first aid and successfully pass a proficiency test
• Assist team with public health and safety initiatives
• If schedules allow, students may complete a second level of training and to assist an ambulance crew

Requirements

• Advanced Italian proficiency

Formats/Terms

• In-Person: Semester