Welcome Intern Pte Ltd
Effective Date: 02 Jan 2026
Last Updated: 02 Jan 2026
- Introduction
Welcome Intern Pte Ltd (“Welcome Intern,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is a career acceleration platform delivering structured, learning-based virtual internship programs designed for education, skill development, and career readiness.
We are committed to protecting your personal data and comply with applicable data protection laws, including:
- Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA) – Singapore
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – EU/UK
- UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021
- India Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
- Other applicable privacy and data protection laws in the regions where we operate
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, store, and protect personal data when you access or use our websites, platforms, tools, assessments, virtual internship programs, mentorship services, and related offerings (collectively, the “Services”).
This Privacy Policy should be read together with our Cookie Policy, which explains how we use cookies and similar technologies.
By using our Services, you acknowledge that your personal data will be processed in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
Definition of “Intern”
For the purposes of this Privacy Policy:
“Intern” refers to any individual enrolled in a Welcome Intern program who participates in structured, learning-based virtual internship experiences for educational and skill-development purposes.
The term “Intern” does not imply employment, worker status, contractor status, compensation, or any hiring obligation, regardless of program duration or track.
- Personal Data We Collect
We collect personal data reasonably necessary to deliver learning-based virtual internship programs, mentorship, and platform functionality.
We follow the principle of data minimization, meaning we collect only the information necessary to operate our Services and provide educational experiences.
2.1 Information You Provide
This may include:
Identity & Contact Information
- Name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Country or region
Academic & Professional Information
- Educational background
- Institution or university
- Field of study
- Graduation year
- Resume or CV
- Portfolio links
- LinkedIn or GitHub profiles
Program Inputs & Assessments
- Skills assessments
- Internship-related submissions
- Project deliverables
- Self-reported responses
Communications
- Messages
- Feedback
- Inquiries
- Support requests
2.2 Information from Educational Institutions
Where an educational institution partners with Welcome Intern, the institution may provide limited verification information such as:
- student name
- institutional email
- enrollment status
This information is used solely to confirm eligibility or participation in internship programs and is processed under contractual and confidentiality obligations.
2.3 Automated Data & AI Interactions
We may automatically collect certain technical and usage data, including:
Device & Usage Data
- IP address
- browser type
- device identifiers
- pages visited
- timestamps
- interaction logs
AI-Based Interactions
We may use AI-powered tools such as career assistants, learning tools, or recommendation systems to improve platform functionality.
Automated systems may assist with:
- internship recommendations
- career readiness insights
- learning personalization
- platform analytics
These tools support decision-making but do not replace human judgment in program participation or evaluation.
Interns must not submit sensitive personal data (such as health information, biometric data, financial information, or government-issued identification) through AI tools.
2.4 Virtual Recordings
We may record virtual internship sessions, mentorship meetings, training workshops, or webinars for:
- quality assurance
- training purposes
- internal review
- learning improvements
Participants will be notified before recordings begin. Continued participation may constitute consent where permitted by law.
2.5 Cookies and Tracking Technologies
When you use our Services, we may automatically collect certain information through cookies, analytics tools, and similar technologies.
These technologies help us:
- maintain secure sessions
- analyze platform usage
- improve performance and user experience
- understand website traffic
Detailed information about our use of cookies and how to manage your preferences is available in our Cookie Policy.
- How We Use Personal Data & Legal Bases
We process personal data only where a valid legal basis exists.
Purpose | Legal Basis |
Account creation and internship participation | Contractual necessity |
Internship assessments, feedback, and learning recommendations | Contractual necessity & legitimate interest |
Communications and support | Contractual necessity |
Marketing communications | Consent (opt-out available) |
Security, fraud prevention, and compliance | Legitimate interest & legal obligation |
Sharing intern profiles with employers or mentors | User-initiated consent |
We do not sell personal data.
- Non-Recruitment & Non-Employment Disclaimer
Welcome Intern provides learning-based virtual internship programs only.
Welcome Intern does not operate as a recruitment agency, staffing firm, placement service, or employment intermediary.
Participation as an Intern:
- does not guarantee employment
- does not guarantee compensation
- does not guarantee hiring outcomes
Employers engaging with Welcome Intern are not obligated to hire Interns.
- No Employment Relationship
Participation in Welcome Intern programs does not create an employment, contractor, agency, partnership, or joint venture relationship between:
- Welcome Intern and Interns
- Interns and employers
- Interns and mentors
- Welcome Intern and employers or mentors
All Intern activities are educational and learning-focused, unless stated otherwise in a separate written agreement.
- Sharing of Personal Data
We share personal data only when necessary.
Employers & Mentors
When an Intern voluntarily participates in employer-sponsored projects, mentorship sessions, or chooses to share a profile.
Service Providers
Vendors supporting:
- hosting
- analytics
- communications
- payment processing
- platform operations
All vendors are bound by contractual data protection obligations.
Legal & Regulatory Authorities
Where disclosure is required by law or regulatory obligations.
Employer Interactions
Interactions between Interns and employers are educational, mentorship, or project-based only.
Welcome Intern does not facilitate employment negotiations, hiring decisions, or compensation discussions.
Shareable Profile Links
Interns may create shareable profile links.
Anyone with access to the link may view the information chosen for sharing.
Interns are responsible for managing access to these links.
- International Data Transfers
Welcome Intern is headquartered in Singapore.
Personal data may be processed in Singapore, the United States, or other jurisdictions where we or our service providers operate.
Where required by law, we implement safeguards such as:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- data processing agreements
- appropriate security measures
These safeguards help ensure personal data remains protected when transferred internationally.
- Minors and Student Users
Our Services are intended primarily for university students and early-career individuals.
If you are under the age of 18, you should use the platform only with parental or guardian consent where required by applicable law.
We do not knowingly collect personal data from children in violation of applicable data protection laws.
- Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the right to:
- access your personal data
- request correction of inaccurate information
- request deletion of personal data
- restrict certain processing activities
- object to processing based on legitimate interests
- withdraw consent where processing relies on consent
Requests may be submitted to privacy@welcomeintern.com.
- Regional-Specific Disclosures
10.1 EU / EEA / United Kingdom
Data Controller: Welcome Intern Pte Ltd
Automated tools provide recommendations only. Any hiring decisions involve human judgment.
Users may lodge complaints with their local Data Protection Authority (DPA).
10.2 United Arab Emirates
Personal data is processed in accordance with UAE Federal Decree-Law No. 45 of 2021.
10.3 United States
CCPA / CPRA
We do not sell personal data.
California residents may request access or deletion of their personal data.
FERPA
Where applicable, data received from U.S. educational institutions is handled as School Official data.
10.4 Southeast Asia (ASEAN)
We align with privacy principles under:
- Singapore PDPA
- Malaysia PDPA
- Thailand PDPA
- Indonesia PDP Law
- Philippines Data Privacy Act
- Data Retention & Security
We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
- provide our Services
- support internship programs
- comply with legal obligations
- resolve disputes
- enforce agreements
When data is no longer required, it is securely deleted or anonymized.
Security measures include:
- encryption
- access controls
- monitoring systems
- periodic security reviews
Data Breach Notification
If a data breach poses a material risk to individuals, affected users and relevant authorities will be notified in accordance with applicable laws.
- Use of Visuals & AI-Generated Content
Some visuals displayed on Welcome Intern platforms may be AI-generated or illustrative.
Such visuals are intended for representational purposes only and do not depict actual Interns, employers, mentors, or program outcomes.
- Contact & Data Protection Officer
For privacy inquiries or to exercise your rights:
Welcome Intern Pte Ltd
Privacy Team
📧 privacy@welcomeintern.com
Data Protection Officer
📧 dpo@welcomeintern.com