# Jumpstart Your Career with Prestigious Internship Opportunities at the ASEAN Centre for Energy
Stepping into the professional world requires more than just a university degree; it demands real-world exposure, high-level networking, and hands-on experience within dynamic international organizations. For ambitious students and recent graduates looking to make a meaningful mark on the global stage, the ASEAN Centre for Energy (ACE) offers an exceptional pathway. Established on January 1, 1999, ACE operates as an independent intergovernmental organization within the ASEAN structure, championing the energy interests of all ASEAN Member States.