What support is available to fund your internship in Bali?
Do you dream of doing an internship in Bali? Good news: this project is entirely possible, even if you're on a limited student budget. Bali Interns explains how to obtain financial aid to reduce the cost of your stay and get the most out of your experience.
💡 Why choose Bali for your internship?
Doing an internship in Bali is much more than just a line on your resume:
You develop professional skills in an international setting.
You will experience a unique cultural immersion on the Island of the Gods.
You can enjoy an inspiring living environment, surrounded by rice fields, the ocean, and spirituality.
But to enjoy this experience, you need to plan your budget (flights, visa, accommodation, daily living expenses). Fortunately, there are several financing options available.
🎓 The International Mobility Grant (AMI)
The AMI scholarship is one of the main sources of financial aid for internships outside Europe.
💰 Amount: between €400 and €700 per month.
✅ Requirements: be enrolled at a French university or school.
👉 Apply directly through your international relations department.
🏛️ Aid from Regions and Departments
Many regions support students participating in international mobility programs, such as Île-de-France (up to €4,000 in aid) and Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, which offers scholarships for internships around the world.
👉 Visit your regional council's website and submit your application before you leave.
🌍 Specific scholarships for an internship in Bali
Some embassies, consulates, and foundations offer assistance depending on the destination. For Bali, cultural cooperation programs with Indonesia and private foundations supporting mobility outside Europe.
👉 Check with your school and the Indonesian Embassy in France.
💳 Social assistance and student loans
If you receive a CROUS grant based on social criteria, it will continue to be paid during your internship in Bali. You can supplement your budget with a low-interest student loan, often guaranteed by the government.
🌟 5Private foundations and associations
Some organizations directly fund student projects, such as the Zellidja Foundation, which provides up to €900 for a project abroad, or the L'Oréal Foundation (grants depending on field of study).
✅ Our tips to maximize your chances
Plan ahead: scholarships must be applied for before you leave.
Put together a strong application (resume, cover letter, internship agreement).
Combine several types of assistance: they can often be combined.
🌴 In summary
An internship in Bali is accessible to all motivated students. With the right information and financing, your dream can become a reality. At Bali Interns, we support you from start to finish: internship search, visa, airport pickup, and accommodation.
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