The HBS Global Initiative is anchored by a team based in Boston with more than 70 staff sitting in key regions around the world to contribute to the school’s global strategy and research. We play a critical role in the School’s efforts to build a deep understanding of and expertise in global business practice and innovation. Each summer we host Harvard College interns to assist with the research and non-research activities of these teams. This provides students a wonderful opportunity to learn about both the work of Harvard Business School and business issues in a particular region.
Internships will be fully funded with stipends depending on country and whether the opportunity will be in-person or virtual. Please see details below and note that application deadlines may vary by location. We are working to confirm details for Summer 2025. Please check back soon for updates.
Istanbul, Turkey
- Apply through CARAT
- Slots Available: 2
- Deadline: TBD
- Dates: Flexible
- Other: Excellent English writing skills, with preference for candidate with some experience with Arabic or Turkish.
- Main Contact: Walid Haida
Johannesburg, South Africa
- Apply through CARAT
- Slots Available: 1
- Deadline: TBD
- Dates: Flexible
- Other: No language requirement. This opportunity is available in-person only for those who have work authorization in South Africa. Otherwise, the position will be virtual.
- Main Contact: Walid Haida
São Paulo, Brazil
- Apply through DRCLAS
- Slots Available: 1
- Deadline: TBD
- Dates: Flexible
- Other: English writing skills, with preference for candidate with Spanish language skills.
- Main Contact: Rachel Murray
Mumbai, India
- Apply through the South Asia Institute
- Slots Available: 1
- Deadline: TBD
- Dates: Flexible
- Other: No language requirement. This opportunity can be remote or in-person.
- Main Contact: Selmon Rafey
Paris, France
- Apply through CARAT
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- Slots Available: 2
- Deadline: TBD
- Dates: Flexible
- Other: No language requirement.
- Main Contact: Walid Haida
Shanghai, China
- Apply through the Harvard China Fund (HCF)
- Slots Available: 1
- Deadline: TBD
- Dates: TBD
- Other: As a part of the HCF summer internship program, Shanghai interns will take part in a one-week orientation at the start of the program. Preference for candidate with Chinese language skills.
- Main Contact: Lillian Wei
Singapore
- Apply through CARAT
- Slots Available: 1
- Deadline: TBD
- Dates: TBD
- Other: Knowledge of a Southeast Asian language would also be beneficial.
- Main Contact: Walid Haida