This research project explores the growing area of virtual internships through student intern and employer experience in two contrasting institutional contexts, the UK and Italy.

Our aims are (1) to map the key features of the virtual internship landscape and (2) to compare digital to in-person internships on accessibility, skill development and employability for the intern, and on recruitment process and internship design/delivery for the employer.

This project will inform emerging research on the process and effectiveness of virtual internships and provide best practice guidance for students, employers and other stakeholders in developing successful virtual internships.

This project is funded by the UK Economic and Social Research Council as part of the Digital Futures at Work Research Centre (Digit).

Please see About the project for more information.