The Practical Stuff Answered
Find the answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about our services and programs.
Pre-Registration
Yes. Our programs are open for anyone who wishes to gain experience in their field even after graduating.
Absolutely! Although we do encourage you to learn some basic words and sentences while being in Bali to further enrich your experience and be more in touch with Indonesian culture.
If you are from Europe and planning to do an internship abroad, there may be additional funding opportunities available to you. European countries often have programs and initiatives to support students in gaining international experience. Here are a few possibilities to consider:
Erasmus+ Traineeships Program
The Erasmus+ Traineeships program is a European Union initiative that offers funding for students and young people to study, train, or volunteer abroad. Find more info here.
Universities Scholarships and Grants
Some universities offer scholarships or grants to students undertaking internships abroad programs. These funds can help cover living expenses, travel costs, and other related expenses.
Local Scholarships
In some cases, there may be local scholarships or grants available in the your home country for international experiences, including those on internships.
Medical treatment in Bali is costly. To safeguard yourself from unforeseen on-site medical costs, we recommend you purchase travel insurance before submitting a visa application.
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Yes! In fact, most internships are located in the same areas (Canggu, Seminyak, Uluwatu, Ubud), feel free to let us know if you have any preferences in terms of location.
Absolutely, reach out and share your ideal position with us and we will solicit our partners.
Before traveling to Indonesia, the following vaccines are advised but not required:
› Hepatitis A (15 days before departure)
› Hepatitis B. (2 injections one month apart)
› Typhoid (15 days before departure)
› Rabia (3 injections on D0, D7, D28, or D21)
Make sure to call a doctor in advance and schedule an appointment in time.
Program
Because foreign interns need to be invited by host companies under a type of visa that does not allow for remuneration (C22A or C22B).
In fact, any hosting company promoting a paid internship in Indonesia under the required visa would be going against Indonesian immigration law.
We understand that being a foreigner, and lacking the knowledge and connections needed to find legitimate and qualitative internship opportunities can be a struggle.
We are an intermediary recruitment agency that takes away the worry. We find you an internship in your desired field, facilitate your mobility, and assist you prior to and during your internship in Bali.
Moreover, collaborating with our agency, we have an experienced legal team that will help you process your legality on-site.
Once you are recruited by one of our partnering companies.
The registration fee needs to be paid before your first meeting interview with the Bali Work Group team.
No. Accommodation and visa are not included in our program.
Certainly. We will always be there to assist you prior to and during your internship. We are just one text/call away and you can always visit us at our office.
We know it can be complicated to settle into a new environment so we want to make sure that you feel like you have someone onsite.
We will also provide you with the best plans on the island, you just have to ask away! :)
We do not book flights or accommodation directly. However, we provide trusted recommendations, guidance, and resources to help you organise both smoothly and safely.
Life in Bali
A scooter is undoubtedly the quickest and most practical transportation in Bali. These can be rented on a monthly basis, and the fee varies depending on your preferences and the type of scooter that you require.
Two popular taxi options are GOJEK & GRAB.
Renting a car, however, is generally not recommended unless you do rent one for a day trip. Traffic will make it difficult for you to get around.
The prices are bound to fluctuate and highly depend on your lifestyle, season, area, and availability.
We have a budget simulation estimated for a one-month period, breaking down the different costs for you.
Visa & Legality
The offshore C22A Academic Internship Visa Single Entry is applied to those who will visit Indonesia for an academic internship.
The C22A Academic Internship Visa Single Entry is valid upon arrival in Indonesia for 180 days. The intern will be sponsored by their Host Company through a sponsor letter.
Your C22A Academic Internship Visa Single Entry will be canceled if you leave the country.
› Valid Passport
› School agreement (if applicable)
› Proof of address in Bali
› Account statement
› A return flight ticket
› Your sponsorship letter from host company (we provide this document)
Please refer to the updated pricing on our visa page.
The previous regulations regarding the internship visa mandated an extension, but as of January 9, 2024, this is no longer applicable. Your intern visa now has a duration of up to 6 months.
- 5 working days by express process.
- 10-12 working days by standard process.
We will send you the application form 3 months prior arrival date.
As a foreigner, you need to apply for an international driving license in your home country.
A non-international driver’s license will not be authorised to drive in Indonesia, and you will need to pay a fine if caught.
Accommodation
Although there are multiple options, the most common type of accommodation to stay in Bali for an extended amount of time is shared guesthouses, where you will meet a lot of interesting people and get a fully furnished place.
You will often share a kitchen and other commodities but will have your private bedroom and bathroom.
As part of our program, we provide direct owners and housing database of trusted accommodations we have verified.