Transport Engineering & Sustainability Internships: Intern abroad in Thessaloniki, Greece

As part of our sustainable internships, our Transport Engineering & Sustainability Internships in Thessaloniki, Greece, provide modern insight and exposure related to the development of electromobility. Assist well known professors and PhD researchers, as you develop your understanding of research, future trends, circular economy principles, and strategies for sustainable futures.

What to expect from your Transport Engineering & Sustainability internship:

Analyze the market dynamics of electromobility.
Gain insight into the technological advancements of sustainable transportation.
Develop strategies to advance the usage of electric vehicles and improve charging infrastructure.

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Academic Research Center

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Gain academic or course credit

Fully hosted experience from $2364

Includes accommodation

Start dates every Monday

Minimum duration 2 weeks, up to 12 weeks maximum

Explore beaches and historic sites

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Suitable for English language speakers

Eligibility requirement

Transport Engineering & Sustainability internships in Thessaloniki are suitable for students and recent graduates with at least one year of relevant college/university study in a related engineering field, such as electrical, electronic, mechanical, physics etc. Interns must have a genuine interest in engineering and commitment to observation of both practical and theoretical topics.

Language requirements for this internship

This internship is conducted in English. However, interns should expect that a language barrier can still be encountered to a certain extent.

Associated career paths

Associated career paths for our Transport Engineering & Sustainability internships include Environmental Engineer, Renewable Energy Engineer, Sustainability Consultant, Energy Efficiency Specialist, AI Engineer, Product Designer, 3D Printing Specialist, Grid Stability Analyst, Energy Storage Specialist, Climate Change Analyst, Transportation Planner, Sustainability Analyst, Environmental Impact Assessor

Internship details

As a Transport Engineering & Sustainability intern in Thessaloniki you’ll expand your professional network, perspectives, and understanding of the innovations and challenges related to electromobility technologies. Learn from experienced engineers and understand how advances are being made, toward better solutions for global sustainability.

This is an in-country internship which includes accommodation. You can explore remote Engineering internships and remote Computer Science & Information Technology internships, if you are looking for an internship program that you can undertake from home.

If you’re looking for internships in the sustainability sector, don’t look past Transport Engineering & Sustainability internships in Greece! Gain practical, career-building experience by collaborating with the International Hellenic University in Thessaloniki. Offering a Clean Energy Engineering program, you’ll develop practical experience and a fresh perspective.

Interns collaborate as part of a team, which is made-up of well known professors and PhD researchers. The team is involved with large projects across Europe, offering interns a unique opportunity to gain international expertise and networks across a range of different projects relevant to their background and level of experience.

This internship in Greece is conducted in English, so Greek language proficiency is not required to join. However, interns should expect that a language barrier could still be encountered to a certain extent. Come prepared and willing to surmount a language barrier (and ask for help when needed), as opposed to being intimidated by it. The supervisory team will be more than happy to support you and create a productive environment for you to learn and succeed.

Typical Schedule

Monday to Friday, up to 8 hours per day

What are the career benefits of interning abroad as a Transport Engineering & Sustainability Intern?

Transport Engineering & Sustainability interns learn from a qualified and experienced supervisor, and can be involved in:

Gain hands-on experience contributing to projects at different stages.
Supporting the technical office and design teams with plans and procedures.
AI and 3D Printing for engineering tasks and requirements.
Analyze market dynamics and technological advancements.

Professional development opportunities:

Learn from experienced engineers working within the field of E-Mobility & Sustainable Transportation.
Gain hands-on experience contributing to projects at different stages.
Gain practical skills and boost your employability, with guidance from Intern Abroad HQ’s Experiential Learning Curriculum to support your learning and cultural intelligence.

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Program fees

Applying for our Transport Engineering & Sustainability Internship is completely free! The support package covers the assistance we provide in finding your internship and arranging your living accommodations in your host country, ensuring you thrive during your program.

Please note that a deposit of US$499 is required to confirm your place. The remaining balance (minus your initial US$499 deposit) is due at least 60 days before your internship start date.

Duration	Program Fee (USD)
2 weeks	$2,364 Equivalent to $168 /day
3 weeks	$2,904 Equivalent to $138 /day
4 weeks	$3,484 Equivalent to $124 /day
5 weeks	$3,914 Equivalent to $111 /day
6 weeks	$4,339 Equivalent to $103 /day
8 weeks	$5,129 Equivalent to $91 /day
10 weeks	$5,854 Equivalent to $83 /day
12 weeks	$6,244 Equivalent to $74 /day

A deposit of $499 (approximately 499) is required to confirm your participation. This is subtracted from the Program Fee total.
Balance of your Program Fee is due 70 days before your internship start date. The Program Fee payment can also be completed in installments through our Zero-Fee Payment Plan. Learn more.
All payments attract a 5% transaction fee to cover international banking fees and currency charges.
Terms and Conditions apply.

Airport pick-up
Accommodation
24/7 in-country support
Program orientation
Dedicated support before, during, and after your internship
In-country guidance for social and tourist activities
Sourcing and securing your internship placement
Personalization of your internship plan
Coaching from your supervisor
Documented portfolio of your experiential learnings
Academic credit facilitation
International reference letter
Certificate of Internship Completion

All meals
All in-country transportation
Transfer back to the airport at the end of your internship program
US$400 refundable accommodation security bond
Visa (if required), flights, travel insurance (mandatory), vaccinations, criminal background check
Personal spending money for snacks, drinks, public transport, laundry, and leisure activities during your free time.

Activities and tourism

Hosted within Greek’s cultural center of Thessaloniki, you’ll experience a vibrant cultural and touristic city during your internship. National Geographic Magazine has previously named Thessaloniki as one of the top tourist destinations worldwide. As the second largest city in Greece, you can find that Thessaloniki has it all - a rich history, amazing food, shopping and an entertaining cultural scene. During free time, interns will have ample opportunity to explore local cafes, bakeries, restaurants and the bustling metropolis that is the port.

Thessaloniki was once an important metropolis and seaport during the Roman period, so there is no shortage of archeological sites. You’ll marvel over the Roman Agora, found in the center of town, as well as the Rotunda and Arch of Galerius. Grab yourself a strong Greek coffee and a famous custard filled bougatsa before exploring on foot with map in hand, or with one of many walking tours available around town. The history of the beautiful preserved Agios Demetrios church and the Byzantine Baths, both protected Unesco sites and not to be missed, while the herbs, spices and sweets of the Bezesteni Market are every food conisors dream!

Want to explore a little further afield? Thessaloniki’s ideal placement on the shore of the Aegean means that the Sporades, or Northern Aegean Islands are just a ferry ride away. Here interns can continue on with their exploration of the Greek island on conclusion of their internship.

Local coordinators are on hand to assist with the booking of safe and reliable activities at discounted prices, so be sure to ask them for advice about how to make the best arrangements to maximize your time and budget (you can do so once registered for your internship or during the orientation). Note that some excursions require a minimum participation of between two or four other people, so it’s wise to enquire in advance.

Arrival and Orientation

Internships in Thessaloniki begin every Monday. Exceptions may be made to this when start dates are shifted to avoid public holiday disruptions or closed when the program has already reached capacity. Note that there are typically less placements available during August, due to the summer vacation period in Greece. Interns may choose to spend a minimum of 2 weeks, up to a maximum of 12 weeks.

Airport pick up and accommodation are included in the Program Fee. The port of entry is the Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia (SKG).

In order to receive the airport pick up service, interns are required to arrive on the Sunday before their Monday start date, between 9am and 6pm. An extra charge applies to any airport pickups outside this timeframe. Upon arrival, interns will be met, greeted, and transferred to the accommodation.

If you are planning to spend time independently in Greece prior to your internship and will not require an international airport pick up, we can discuss alternative arrival logistics with you.

The last night of the accommodation is the Friday night of the final week, leaving interns free to depart on Saturday. Extra nights of accommodation can be arranged in advance, if requested, and are subject to availability.

Orientation covers important details for your internship, including introductions, information about culture, customs, rules, expectations, safety, language lessons, cultural excursions, and more. Your specific internship placement orientation will follow the general orientation, as you’ll be shown how to travel to and from your internship and be introduced to the team you’ll be joining.

Please note that all participants are advised not to book flights until they have first registered to confirm their internship placement.

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Accommodation and WiFi

Interns are accommodated in clean and comfortable, furnished apartments. Upon the confirmation of specific internship details for each participant, accommodation arrangements are made, taking into consideration the location of internship placements, to ensure that any commute time is as convenient as possible.

Bedding and furnishings are provided, as well as common areas such as lounge, kitchen and laundry facilities. Standard amenities include whiteware (i.e. washing machine, stovetop, fridge, microwave) and clean linen (i.e. bed sheets, pillows, towels). Cleaning is provided ahead of a new occupants arrival. Outside of this, occupants are responsible for respecting common areas, keeping them clean, tidy and comfortable for all guests. Laundry facilities are also available within the accommodation. Accommodation does not always include WiFi (or the WiFi may be slower than what you’re used to at home). All interns are encouraged to purchase a local sim to ensure they have sufficient access to the internet.

In most cases, between two to six guests can be accommodated per apartment, so interns should be prepared to share living arrangements. Each guest will have a single or double bed. Rooming arrangements are same-sex, however the apartments themselves may be mixed gender. Single sex apartments are possible, but this needs to be specified in advance and is subject to availability. If you are interning alongside a friend, please let us know and we can aim to ensure you’re accommodated together (subject to availability).

Due to the layout of the city’s urban and residential areas, it is normal to expect an approximate commute (to / from an internship placement) of around 20-30 minutes. Traveling on foot is common and a great way to get a vibe of the city. Buses are also popular and all accommodation for the internship programs is located close to public transportation and shopping areas. Interns should budget approximately 30 Euro per month for transportation (about US$35).

It is important to note that an accommodation bond will be requested from the accommodation provider. The cost of the bond is US$400, so you must budget for this. However, this bond is fully refundable to you, upon your departure, provided that inspection has been completed to confirm that you have not caused damage to the property.

The accommodation pictured in the photo gallery of this webpage is provided as an example. Since we work with more than one apartment, the exact accommodation that you’re assigned may differ from the photos. However, you can expect a similar standard and similar amenities, to what is shown here.

Meals

Internships on this program do not include meals, as affordable supermarkets are easily accessible. Greece has a thriving coffee culture which is delightful to partake in (there is also WiFi in almost all coffee shops and restaurants). Try Ellinikos (a favorite style of coffee) along with Freddo Espresso / Cappucino and Frappe.

For eating out, interns may budget approximately 3 - 5 Euro for a light breakfast (about US$5 - 7) and 5 - 10 Euro for a simple lunch (about US$5 - 12). There are ample dining options ranging from budget to high end. Greek cuisine offers a range of incredible dishes to experience, including well known classics such as Moussaka and Souvlaki. The Mediterranean diet features meat (cow, chicken, lamb), pasta, rice, pulses, vegetables, and a variety of fish and seafood. When in doubt, skip straight to dessert and order Galaktoboureko (with ice cream)!

Keep in mind that personal budgets for food and meals can vary enormously, according to individual spending habits and lifestyle choices.

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With its Mediterranean climate, the summers in Greece are long, hot and dry and the winters are mild. The best time to visit Thessaloniki for the hot weather is from mid June to mid September. The hottest month is July, in which the temperature may peak around 92°F / 33°C. Heatwaves in Greece may occur but they are usually not prolonged (that coast moderates temperatures with coastal breezes). The cooler months are November through March. During this period, it rarely gets any colder than 32°F / 0°C. In Thessaloniki, February is the coldest month. Rainfall in Greece varies throughout the year, although the summer months are drier in comparison. December is usually the wettest month of the year. Outside of Thessaloniki, the climate of Greece remains primarily Mediterranean. However, due to its mountainous regions, there is a range of microclimates and local variations. Snow regularly falls in the high mountains.