Internships

Hands-on experience to grow skills and professional network

  • Internships are designed for the on-campus (in-person) track.
  • Participants already working in the field may have their job recognized as internship, subject to Academic Board approval.
  • We are connected to the Politecnico di Milano Career Service for matching and formal activation.
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Activation follows Politecnico di Milano and host organization procedures.

Where students have interned or been employed

Non-exhaustive selection — examples from past editions.

Career opportunities

Thanks to its interdisciplinary training, PolisMaker graduates find opportunities within Public Administration, Real Estate, engineering firms and architecture practices focused on urban and territorial transformation.

Internship: requirements and timing

  • The internship is mandatory for the on-campus track and optional for online participants.
  • It can be carried out during or after the Master.
  • Indicative duration is usually 2–6 months, depending on the host organization’s needs.

Support tools

  • Support from the Master’s management for CV preparation;
  • Access to internships and job posts on Politecnico di Milano Career Service;
  • Reserved opportunities (internships/jobs) sourced by the management for participants and alumni;
  • Internships and job opportunities via the PolisMaker International Association;
  • Access to the University’s recruiting days;
  • CV forwarding to Master partners.

How it works

  1. Learning goals & scope: set with the Academic Tutor (e.g., urban regeneration, valuation, stakeholder engagement, sustainability).
  2. Matching: suitable hosts suggested; spontaneous applications to partner entities are welcome.
  3. Activation: formalities according to University procedures and host requirements.
  4. Internship period: part-time/full-time activities with periodic reviews with the Tutor.
  5. Outputs & assessment: short report/deliverable and final acknowledgement.

Recognition of current employment

If you already work in areas aligned with the Master (public bodies, firms, utilities, NGOs), you may request recognition of your employment as internship, by showing alignment with learning goals and submitting a short activity report. Requests are subject to Academic Board approval.

Network of organizations

Beyond the contacts listed on Companies & Public Bodies, we collaborate with many public and private organizations where internships or projects have been hosted. If your organization is not yet onboarded, we can evaluate activation.

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Organizational coordination

For operational questions about activations, recognitions and procedures.

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For companies, public bodies and administrations we co-design programs

Host an intern or establish a partnership with the Master PolisMaker. We can co-design activities on urban regeneration, valuation, governance, and sustainability.

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Quick FAQ
Where do internships take place?
Mainly on-site, in Italy or abroad, depending on availability and the learning project.
Is a framework agreement needed?
If the host is not yet a partner, we will check the steps for activation according to University procedures.
How long do they last?
Duration is defined based on the learning plan and the Master’s academic calendar.
Are stipends available?
Any allowance is at the host organization’s discretion.
Can my current job count as internship?
Yes, if aligned with learning goals and approved by the Academic Board (see the dedicated section).
Is the internship mandatory? How long does it last?
Mandatory for on-campus and optional for online. Duration is indicative (usually 2–6 months) and depends on the project and host.
PolisMaker Masters

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PolisMaker for quality of living and sustainable urban development.

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Collaborations & Partnerships

For companies, institutions and public bodies

We design tailored programs for institutions, companies and public bodies.

Tailored training, sponsorship opportunities, networking events and internships with our students and alumni.

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