IT Internship in Lisbon
IT Internship in Lisbon
IT Internship in Lisbon

Useful information

In Lisbon, contribute to IT projects for nonprofit organisations. Web development, digital accessibility and databases are the main areas of work, depending on your profile and the organisation’s needs.

Duration: 4 to 24 weeks.

Who is it for? Students in computer science, web development, databases or digital interface design.

Erasmus+ funding may be available, subject to your institution’s approval. Partner institutions can use Freepackers’ Erasmus+ identifier E10393852.

Support and logistics fees: see the dates and prices section for amounts, included services and additional expenses.

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Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science
Web Development School
Studies in User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design
Professional Bachelor's Degree in Digital Careers: Web Design, Writing, and Production

IN SHORT

Lisbon
From
4
To
24
weeks

English Intermediate

Description

Program description

Skills to develop during this internship

Develop skills in web design, testing, bug fixing and database management. Before departure, clarify the programming languages, project scope and expected deliverables. Independent working and communication skills are among the programme’s requirements.

It is increasingly important to be digitally connected regardless of the sector, which is why this program offers an IT internship with various nonprofit organizations.

 

Internship Tasks

The objectives of the internships are diverse. For web developers, tasks may include coding and optimizing websites. Some projects also require making these sites accessible to individuals with disabilities, such as blind or deaf users. Other tasks may involve creating or restructuring databases, enabling organizations to reach a broader audience more systematically and improve their internal processes.

 

Your tasks will include, but are not limited to:

  • Writing well-designed, testable, and efficient code using best software development practices
  • Creating a user-friendly layout/interface for the website
  • Designing stable, reliable, and efficient databases
  • Optimizing and maintaining systems
  • Modifying databases as requested and conducting tests
  • Resolving issues and malfunctions related to database usage
  • Choosing the best technologies and programming languages for the project
  • Gathering and redefining specifications and requirements based on technical needs
  • Collaborating with web designers
  • Fixing bugs in existing projects

 

In addition to technical skills, interns must be able to work independently and have strong communication skills. The missions can vary according to your skills, your desires and the needs of the moment.

Arrange academic approval

Send Realstep your field and year of study, preferred dates and duration, and your institution’s requirements. Clarify the tasks, supervision, internship agreement and expected deliverables. Your institution decides whether the placement can be recognised as part of your course.

Understand supervision and logistics fees

The fees cover support and the practical arrangements for your stay. Services include shared accommodation, breakfast and dinner, arrival support, orientation and follow-up from the local team.

Check the dates and prices section for amounts by duration and the full list of inclusions and exclusions. Request a breakdown for your dates and chosen arrangements to plan your budget. Any stipend or allowance must be clarified with the host organisation.

Plan your application

Share your studies, year, dates and preferred duration to discuss opportunities suited to your project.

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Host organization

This organization aims to provide travelers with the most unique and meaningful travel experiences, allowing them to connect with locals, discover the culture, and positively contribute to local communities while meeting people from all over the world.

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Strong points

Contribute to digital tools for nonprofit organisations
Develop web and database skills
Work on accessibility according to project needs

Included

Airport pick-up on Sunday
Shared accommodation
2 meals per day (breakfast, lunch and diner)
Orientation day and guided tour of the city
Regular meeting with the volunteer and the local team
Certificate at the end of the internship
Youth European Card included to access discounts in many attractions around Europe

Not included

Flight tickets
Travel and repatriation insurance
Local transport

Program description

This program is available all year round

Available durations

This programme is available for 4 to 24 weeks. Check the prices listed by duration. If your preferred duration has no listed price, contact Realstep for a breakdown of supervision and logistics fees.

4 weeks : 2550 €
5 weeks : 3070 €
6 weeks : 3590 €
7 weeks : 4160 €
8 weeks : 4630 €
9 weeks : 5150 €
10 weeks : 5670 €
11 weeks : 6190 €
12 weeks : 6710 €
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Conditions

- 18 +
- Advanced English
- CV and cover letter in English
18 +
Advanced English
CV and cover letter in English

Project information

Your accommodation

Housing is allocated by local NGOs, not by Freepackers - the descriptions are there to give you an idea of the type of accommodation, as it is very likely that conditions will vary on site depending on the number of volunteers, weather conditions, availability, etc. Each volunteer will be accommodated according to the stated conditions, but it is possible that the accommodation may not match the description or images shown on this site word for word, for example, in the case of annexed housing, renovations, relocations, etc.

You will be accommodated in a hotel managed by the hosting organization on site. You will have access to all facilities and will share your room with 6-8 people of the same gender.

It's possible to ask for an individual room, at extra cost

Meals​

2 meals per day are included in the program (breakfast and diner) weekend included.

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Vaccines

You can find all ressources on the World Organization Website, in the Travel Advice section A vaccine vial.

Travel, repatriation and civil liability insurance

For all international projects, Realstep requires participants to take out travel insurance covering accidents, illness, and repatriation, as well as civil liability for professional activities abroad.

For complete protection while studying or interning abroad, you can take out Cap Student insurance online by following this link Student insurance abroad | Chapka Assurances, which will give you a 5% discount.

If you take out another insurance policy, we will ask you to send us a copy of your certificate in English.

Online language courses

Achieve the language level required for your international project with tailored support. The Clic-campus method Free Packers X Clic Campus foreign language training courses combines videoconference lessons and an innovative e-learning platform, offering complete flexibility from the comfort of your own home.

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are the essential mandatory steps to complete:

  • An internship agreement signed between your school, the host organization, and you.
  • Liability insurance covering the duration of your stay.
  • Depending on the country you choose, a student or internship visa and health coverage may be required.

 

Other steps may be necessary depending on the type of internship, the country, or other factors.

Our team will provide you with all the information you need.

Yes, many students have validated their internship through Real Step projects. Our placements meet schools’ academic requirements.

A wide range of internships is available, and our programs are suitable for many engineering fields, such as:

 

Feel free to contact us to learn about all our internship opportunities.

See our Ultimate Guide to Succeeding in Your Engineering Internship.

This can vary depending on your school and your year of study, but in general you can go for 4 to 16 weeks.

Three months is often the duration required by schools to help you develop skills. To learn more about 3-month engineering internships.

Your missions can vary greatly depending on your specialty and your level of study and commitment, but overall you will be asked to take part in:

  • Carrying out a specific project (construction, sustainable development, IT, etc.)
  • Providing technical support to a team
  • Conducting field studies

 

The goal is to encourage the practical application of the knowledge you have gained during your studies—skills you will be able to highlight later on.

Here are the essential mandatory steps to complete:

  • An internship agreement signed between your school, the host organization, and you.
  • Liability insurance covering the duration of your stay.
  • Depending on the country you choose, a student or internship visa and health coverage may be required.

 

Other steps may be necessary depending on the type of internship, the country, or other factors.

Our team will provide you with all the information you need.

Yes, many students have validated their internship through Real Step projects. Our placements meet schools’ academic requirements.

A wide range of internships is available, and our programs are suitable for many engineering fields, such as:

 

Feel free to contact us to learn about all our internship opportunities.

See our Ultimate Guide to Succeeding in Your Engineering Internship.

This can vary depending on your school and your year of study, but in general you can go for 4 to 16 weeks.

Three months is often the duration required by schools to help you develop skills. To learn more about 3-month engineering internships.

Your missions can vary greatly depending on your specialty and your level of study and commitment, but overall you will be asked to take part in:

  • Carrying out a specific project (construction, sustainable development, IT, etc.)
  • Providing technical support to a team
  • Conducting field studies

 

The goal is to encourage the practical application of the knowledge you have gained during your studies—skills you will be able to highlight later on.

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