2025

“My time at Salzburg Global was incredibly special. Interacting with Fellows from diverse backgrounds and working alongside such kind and dedicated colleagues made it a truly unforgettable experience. The inspiring conversations, supportive environment, and genuine sense of community made it a unique experience that I will always look back on fondly.”

Youngju Jang
Korea Foundation - Salzburg Global Program Intern (March - June 2025)

"So much of the work at Salzburg Global is rewarding, but one aspect that I found particularly rewarding was getting to work hard on the preparation for programs with colleagues on the Program Team and then getting to see the fruits of our labor when the program actually took place. I felt that this style of working created bonds between the Program Team, which was often a highlight in any given program, and made the hard parts of the work more fun and manageable.

"I always felt lucky to be able to participate in very unique sessions and discussions, and it contributed to my motivation in the preparation work, for I knew what I was working towards. The joy of working on programs at Salzburg Global was that no matter what the topic was, they all proved to be incredibly interesting and beneficial to my understanding of the world and specific issues. Another aspect that I truly loved was getting to know Fellows during coffee breaks, over meals, and in free time. The people really are what make Salzburg Global so special, and being able to spend so much time with Fellows has introduced me to amazing people and exciting ideas and projects. The program work was especially fulfilling for me.

“Lastly, Salzburg Global would be nowhere without the exceptional staff assembled here. I always felt so welcomed and like a true part of the team, a feat I think is not easy and shows the way staff go out of their way to include and engage the interns. Working across pillars allowed me to work with as many people in the organization as possible, which I really loved. I would encourage new interns to go outside of their comfort zones and work on programs that they might not initially pick, because the programs can definitely surprise you, and every time I did this, I learned something valuable and was able to work with other team members. The way that my internship combined learning useful skills, working with great people, participating in interesting programs, and meeting Fellows made it an incredibly rewarding experience and one that I will miss, but I will take what I learned here out into the world with me and in my future positions.”

Amelia Levitt-Smith
Program Intern (March - May, 2025)

"My internship experience at Salzburg Global will undoubtedly remain one of my most cherished professional experiences. Interacting with Fellows from diverse backgrounds was incredibly rewarding and helped expand my perspective.

“As a Communications Intern, I thoroughly enjoyed working across various areas of the field, with the team being consistently supportive and welcoming. The staff made me feel at home from day one. This experience has contributed greatly to my growth, both professionally and personally.”

Surya Sundharan
Communications Intern (February - May 2025)

“Being part of the team at Salzburg Global was an eye-opening experience that has completely changed my perspective on life. Being surrounded by colleagues and Fellows from all different walks of life, with all kinds of different views, helped me view life and situations from more angles than I ever could have known existed on my own. I was out of my comfort zone in an unfamiliar country, and yet everyone made it feel like home, and gave me a wonderful place to grow and learn!”

Kyle Powell
Program Intern (January - April 2025)