Internships around the world
Several Western Union locations offer opportunities for internships. Given the future state of work, remote or virtual programs may be available at any given time. Schedules and program duration vary per location and business need. (See charts below.) Internship opportunities are posted as available, so you may want to setup a Job Alert. (Learn how here.)
Austria / France / Germany /United Arab Emirates / United Kingdom
Local college & university students
6 months
Key Offerings:
- 70% Professional Skills Training
- 20% Project Work
- 10% Celebration
Costa Rica
Local high school students
2 months
Key Offerings:
- Campus-to-Corporate Career Training
- Group/Individual Project Work
- Deep Dive Sessions & Problem Solving Sessions
- Networking Opportunities
India
Local college & university students
6 months
Key Offerings:
- 1:1 Coaching
- Technical & Soft Skills Training
- Individual Project Work
- Feedback
- Graduation Ceremony
- Full-Time Employment Opportunities Post-Graduation
Lithuania
Local college & university students
2 to 3 months
Key Offerings:
- Access to Site Leaders
- Group/Individual Project Work
- Deep Dive Sessions
- Mentorship
- Final Project Presentation
- Full-Time Employment Opportunities Post-Graduation
United States
Local college & university students
2 to 3 months
Key Offerings:
- Access to Leadership
- Group/Individual Project Work
- Deep Dive Sessions
- Problem Solving Sessions
- Networking Opportunities
- CliftonStrengths™ Coaching
- 1:1 Coaching
- Final Project Presentation
When companies hire interns, everyone wins
Having a thoughtful internship program means worthwhile opportunities for the interns, the hiring managers, and the company as a whole. Interns participate in planned activities, team huddles, and project work wherein they utilize and explore developing interests and skills. Hiring managers meanwhile gain added capacity and fresh perspectives within their teams. And by providing exposure to incoming professionals, the company creates organic brand ambassadors and helps build the next generation of talent.
We invite our global interns to share their unique perspectives and insights. Encouraged to challenge the way we work, they have an opportunity to drive innovation and advance business objectives. This is no small task, and we hope our interns leave the experience feeling fulfilled, accomplished, and confident that they have honed skills important to their future success.
Testimonials
In the few months that our Western Union Interns spend with us, we hope to provide enriching, unique, and memorable experiences full of learning and growth opportunities. Read what some of our global interns had to say about their programs:
Testimonials
In the few months that our #WUInterns spend with us, we hope to provide enriching, unique, and memorable experiences, full of learning and growth opportunities. Read what some of our global interns had to say about their programs:
Applying for an internship with Western Union
Applying for a job can be intimidating. So we aim to simplify our application process. Currently enrolled students — as per the location charts above — can explore Western Union internship opportunities via the steps below. (Or review a detailed candidate journey summary here.)
Search & Apply
- Explore our opportunities
- Create a profile
- Submit your application (you can check your status or update your profile any time)
Recruiter Connect
- If your qualifications fit with the role, a Recruiter will schedule an introduction call
- A skills assessment may be required
Manager Interview
- Your application is reviewed by a Hiring Manager and, if you’re qualified, interviews come next
- Your Recruiter will maintain contact during the process
Joining Us
- If selected, we first extend a verbal offer
- If you confirm your continued interest in the position, you’ll receive a written conditional offer of employment
- Country-specific, pre-employment checks are initiated prior to your
start date
Getting Started
- Our onboarding team will email you details on start date and any additional documentation for signature
- You’ll receive a welcome email from your Hiring Manager prior to your start date
- Your team will be waiting for you to welcome you!
- Explore our opportunities
- Create a profile
- Submit your application (you can check your status or update your profile any time)
- If your qualifications fit with the role, a Recruiter will schedule an introduction call
- A skills assessment may be required
- Your application is reviewed by a Hiring Manager and, if you’re qualified, interviews come next
- Your Recruiter will maintain contact during the process
- If selected, we first extend a verbal offer
- If you confirm your continued interest in the position, you’ll receive a written conditional offer of employment
- Country-specific, pre-employment checks are initiated prior to your
start date
- Our onboarding team will email you details on start date and any additional documentation for signature
- You’ll receive a welcome email from your Hiring Manager prior to your start date
- Your team will be waiting for you to officially #JoinWU!
