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Seed Remote Management Internships with Companies in Emerging Markets


Stanford Institute for Innovation in Developing Economies (Stanford Seed)
Seed is an exciting Stanford GSB-led initiative working to end the cycle of global poverty. We partner with entrepreneurs in emerging markets to build thriving enterprises that transform lives. 

Stanford Seed Management Internships
Due to the ongoing health crisis, Stanford Seed is  offering high-impact remote management internships with companies based in developing and emerging markets. Seed interns gain leadership experience at the highest levels of a company and an understanding of the business environment in emerging markets while also making a social impact. Work from wherever you're based. No visa or vaccinations required!

  • Remote internship satisfies Global Experience Requirement for MBA class of 2021
  • Open to MBA1, MBA2, MSx and PhD students at the Stanford Graduate School of Business. either returning or graduating
  • 4-10 week internships (customizable length, stipend pro-rated accordingly)
  • Stipend: $6,000 (4 weeks); $7-9,000 (5-7 weeks); $10-11,000 (8-10 weeks)
Funding for Self-sourced Opportunities:
View our eligibility requirements and application guidelines here for self-sourced opportunities in developing and emerging markets.

Last call for applications!

Apply before May 11

Deadline to accept offers: May 30
*Placements are first-come, first-served. We strongly recommend applying before May 11 to secure a spot.

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WHO: Stanford GSB students who are curious, eager, and inspired to make a difference. 

WHAT: Exciting remote summer internship with a Seed Transformation Program company—a locally owned small- to medium-sized company that has engaged with Stanford Seed to help grow and scale their business. 

WHEN: Summer 2020 for 4–10 weeks (internship length customizable within this range). 

WHERE: Working remotely with companies in West Africa, East Africa, Southern Africa, India and self-sourced locations in developing and emerging markets.

HOW: The application is live! Apply now, and Seed will work to match you with your top-ranked companies .

Questions? Contact Daniel Zussman (dzussman@stanford.edu)















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Please tell us which companies interest you most, in order of preference, with your total combined interest being 100%. If interested in self-sourced internship, please select "*Self-sourced internship" from the dropdown menu.