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This hands-on role offers exposure to international business development, strategic outreach, and partnership management, directly contributing to the growth and impact of Absolute Internship programs.\nThe intern will assist with lead generation, university engagement campaigns, partnership development, and the execution of networking events ensuring the Corporate Relations team operates efficiently and strategically.\nLocation: Remote\nDuration: Full-time 6-month Internship beginning in November 2026.\nWhat is Absolute Internship?\nIn less than a decade, Absolute Internship has become a leading program for university students, operating in Barcelona, Beijing, Hong Kong, Lisbon, London, Madrid, Paris, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Stockholm, and Tokyo.\nWe work with great companies to provide students the opportunity to develop both their personal and professional skill sets and inspire them to follow their passions in an international environment. 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