The way we see it when you take the time to travel you can do something really constructive with it. Sure you can just go off somewhere and enjoy, but a really satisfying way to travel: The Xtreme way to travel is to go somewhere do something achieve something awesome and have an amazing time in the process. Through our connections all over the world we have developed a range of exciting Internship programs that are designed to help you develop the skill which you can use to develop a career, enable you to earn as you travel or gain very valuable work experience with demonstrable results.
Our internship programs are based in very exotic exciting locations and each one has a different style to it, so no matter what you want to do or what your interests are we are sure to have something not only exciting but genuinely useful as well.
People often say when taking a gap year career break, it should be constructive. This is particularly true if you are worried about what they one year gap will look like in your resume, or perhaps you are concerned about the effects of taking a gap year on your university admissions tutor. If you can turn round and demonstrate that you have learnt valuable skills which can be applied to your career then you can be confident you will be armed with not only amazing experiences but genuine work experience as well.
Internship Styles
Xtreme Reporter Internship
Whether you want to get into the field of journalism or if you are considering the Internet marketing path then Xtreme Reporter internships for you. These internships focus on training you to be able to produce great content and undertake investigative journalism And other specialist forms of journalism.
We have developed a range of correspondence rolls that support raising awareness for wildlife conservation issues, getting practical work experience in media companies abroad, and learning how to cover and on earth stories. We have a team of very dedicated professional reporters who will assist you and mentor you. You can even sell your work through our network of media distribution agencies where you can get 60% of the fee if published.
Types of journalism roles include:
a. Specialist journalism
b. Lifestyle journalism
c. Blogging
d. Videojournalism
e. Freelance photography
Go Xtreme Media Internships
In recent years the Internet has completely changed the world. This is exceptionally true in the business world where a whole new skill set is required by companies who need to reach out to people with constantly changing unique content. In short the business world requires media producers. Our Go Xtreme media internships involve learning the skills to create and produce movies with your own action camera and take you out on location to develop your portfolio. You will develop experience and have an amazing time adding to your CV. Finally you get to publish your work and show it off on our social networks giving you some great exposure and awesome kudos. You will help us produce awesome video content, to inspire other travellers to do exceptional things when they travel, and by doing will gain experience and have something to show potential employers.
Just one thing to consider, we are an Xtreme travel company not an accountancy firm some of the idea of filming adrenaline filled travel activities makes you a little bit nervous don’t sign up!
Superstar DJ
Whilst not an internship, the superstar DJ is definitely worth mentioning. In 2013 Calvin Harris earned $46 million and Tiesto And $32 million (according to the Forbes rich list). They both started somewhere, so how do they know they had it in them at the beginning? How do you? For $46 million it’s worth finding out. The superstar DJ programme is about learning the skills and techniques to DJ, you can use this as you travel to do gigs (you can even play at some of our epic parties In Thailand, Mexico & Spain).
Xtreme Blogger.
The Xtreme blogger programme is about learning how to create and monetise a blog. Whether you want to become a travel blogger and learn how to get discounted or free trips, make money from advertising and sponsored posts, or just generally did out of interest for documenting your own travel adventures the Xtreme blogger is a low-cost practical course that you can undertake on any of our programmes.
It may not be travel that you want to blog about, perhaps you are on a forced gap year and need to keep your brain ticking along, then set up a blog about your academic subject of choice. It’s a great way to revise but also you are able to monetise your blog as well. Your own revision can make you money.
Forced Gap Year & UCAS?
If you are faced with a forced gap year and need to do something constructive the internships are a great idea. If you can demonstrate you have done something worth while on your UCAS application form, it can do wonders assisting you with getting into the University of your choice. After a year spent abroad doing an amazing Xtreme Gap programme, you can start the UCAS process with renewed enthusiasm, and probably armed with a lot more experience on your UCAS personal statement.
Learn more about our Xtreme internships
Superstar DJ£99
Earn and learn while you travel at becoming a superstar DJ! Create the best mixes. Get the chance to play at clubs abroad. All equipment, skills development and advice from world class dj`s. Now you can be the hero with one accessable course included with lifetime access. Learn how to produce and publish your own mixes. Backup and support forums to meet like minded dj´s.
Underwater Filmmaker Internship, Thailand£1989
Step off the plane and into paradise, living on an incredible tropical island and getting paid for it! This once in a lifetime opportunity is not to be missed. Become an underwater videographer on the island of Koh Tao in Thailand, spending your days filming colourful and tropical scenes underwater, and your afternoons editing your footage into awesome movies! This is living!
Koh Tao Divemaster Thailand£2599
Koh Tao Divemaster course plus internship: Live the life on a tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand. The Koh Tao Divemaster course means living on an incredible tropical island, diving every day for 12 weeks, accommodation and equipment included. You will discover one of the most amazing lifestyles and gain a professional level qualification enabling you to work in the scuba diving industry all over the world.
The Internship£299
A one-week practical hands-on internship with Xtreme Gap Year. An Internet marketing course, covering all aspects of marketing, brochure designs and concepts and practical work experience. Based at the Xtreme Gap Year office at a villa in Majorca this is a great opportunity to gain some experience and have an awesome working holiday.
Xtreme Reporter – With Work Experience£350
Learn, earn and travel by reporting. One accessible online course from any destination while you´re discovering. Investigate new places and learn how to creatively tell the world. Get the opportunity of the lifetime to get advice from a professional mind. No qualifications required yet experience gained. Travel and writing... what more do you need?