Is it worth it doing an internship during bachelors?

Hi!
So I am currently working on a bachelors degree in biochemistry and I am struggling to find a summer internship. I am worried that if I don't do one, I'll be screwed. Now I am in the middle of my year long study exchange abroad and then I have my final year left. I am planning on doing a master's degree in the future. By looking at all that, is it going to make things super difficult if I don't find an internship?
I know it's february and there is still a chance to find something for the summer, but I would just like to know how bad the situation realistically is :/

Hi there,
You’re genuinely in a much better position than you think.
A summer internship can be helpful, but it’s not the only route to developing the experience and skills that employers or master’s programmes look for. Work experience is ultimately about building transferable skills (teamwork, communication, problem solving, resilience, organisation, data handling) and there are lots of flexible ways to gain those, especially if a formal internship doesn’t work out this year.
Here are a few alternatives that are just as valuable on a CV:

Your year abroad is already a major asset
Studying abroad builds independence, adaptability, cultural awareness, and confidence all qualities that employers love. So even if you don’t secure a summer internship, you’re still getting strong, distinctive experience that not everyone has.
So no you are not “screwed” if this summer doesn’t go exactly as planned. And yes it’s still only February.
Opportunities are still being advertised into March/April, so you’ve got time. Keep applying, but also keep an open mind about non‑traditional experiences they are just as valuable and often give you great stories for interviews and statements.
I hope that helps,
Mandi - The University of Law🎓️