Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Freshman or Above
Location: Asia, Thailand
GPA: 2.75

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Program Overview

Location Overview: 

If you want to explore a city with an expansive canal system, historic architecture, and a bustling crowd of international tourists, Venice isn’t your only option. Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, has been rated the most visited city in the world. Whether you’re a foodie, sports fan, or history buff, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

While Thailand was never colonized, Bangkok became a key port for spreading Western ideas and materials. Today, it’s a medley of old and new, with vibrant markets, stunning Buddhist temples, and a palace situated alongside busy roads and high-end shopping malls. And if you don’t want to get stuck in traffic, catch the BTS Skytrain, which soars high above the pavement.

Take a look at one student's Bangkok adventure!

What is GlobalWorks?

GlobalWorks internships are personalized internship programs that bring you out of the country, and into the workplace. We connect academic study with real-world experiences by providing full-time international internship opportunities to UO students in various career fields. Working with local professional internship providers in locations around the world, we provide individualized placements for UO students. Students earn UO credits and life-changing work experience in a different culture. Immerse yourself in a new city, earn UO course credits, and gain professional experience with a GlobalWorks internship.

Internship Career Fields:

Why Intern in Bangkok?

Bangkok is an international hub for business, environmental sciences, and NGOs. Interns here have the chance to network with key contacts and gain vital professional experience and industry exposure on a global level. Home to some of the world’s most beloved temples and energetic markets, Thailand’s capital city is the perfect place for cultural immersion. Explore the heart and soul of Bangkok in the Old City, visiting spectacular sites like the Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew, and Wat Pho. Then fast-forward in time to Thonglor, Bangkok’s trendiest neighborhood, for some exquisite eats. Jump on the Skytrain to get where you need to be in no time at all or ride a tuk-tuk. Offering beautiful beaches, spectacular temples, and world-famous cuisine, Bangkok has something for everybody. 

Dates and Deadlines

Term Year Deadline Arrival Date Departure Date
Fall Quarter 2026 05/15/2026 Mid-Sept Mid-Nov
Winter Quarter 2026 09/01/2025 01/03/2026 02/28/2026
Spring Quarter 2026 12/01/2025 Late April Late May
Summer 2026 01/15/2026 Mid June Late August

How to apply: 

Apply to UO GlobalWorks International Internship programs by clicking the “Start an Application.” You can open an application to view all the materials you’ll need before you submit. Late applications may be accepted based on position availability but note that for some terms and locations the program can be very competitive. After review by the University, students will need to interview with our third-party provider for final acceptance. For more information, view the full GlobalWorks application steps here. Note that you only need to submit one application per term for GlobalWorks and can identify alternate locations within the application. 

To intern abroad in this location, note that a visa will be required. This is an additional cost that is outside of the program fees and will also require additional steps to apply and may impact timelines and travel prior to program start. Your individual provider will offer more instructions and next steps but students will be responsible for applying and submitting documents on time for the visa.

If you are not a US Citizen: Notify your GlobalWorks Advisor. Students who are not US citizens should contact the consulate in their country of residence about visa requirements, no matter the duration of the program of study.

 

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Discount for Pell Recipients

To expand access to study abroad, GEO is offering a $500 discount for this program to UO students who currently have the Pell Grant as part of their federal financial aid (FAFSA).

Freeman Internship Fellowship

This program is eligible for a grant up to $6,500 through the Freeman Fellowship. Award amounts are determined by financial need, academic merit, location, budget, and other support, and is contingent upon available scholarship funds. Learn more and apply for the Freeman Internship Fellowship.

Academic Details

Students will enroll in the following courses: 

  1. OGWI 188: Intercultural Communication (1 or 4 credits)
  2. OGWI 488: Internship (8 credits)  

Note: The two courses above are online and asynchronous, and there will not be any in-person lectures. Students can choose the number of credits to take Intercultural Communication for after program acceptance. To learn more about the courses and see how they can potentially apply to your degree, visit the GlobalWorks Courses and Credits page. 

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Housing Description

Interns in Bangkok will stay in shared apartments located near central Bangkok, within walking distance of public transportation and just 1.7 km from the nearest train station. Each intern will have a private, lockable bedroom with air conditioning and an en suite bathroom. You’ll share kitchen facilities with fellow interns, young professionals, or international students. While kitchens are available, it is common and often more affordable to enjoy local restaurants and street food. The accommodation includes reception services from 10am–6pm and 24/7 security for your peace of mind. Please note that cleaning and linen changes are not included. Note that housing may vary from term to term and from provider to provider. 

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.