[technomancy]

> Remote work is fine when you already know the domain, but that's not really what intern programs are for.

I'd argue that it depends on the rest of the team. The OP didn't mention whether he was the only remote or not, but if so then I agree; it's a lost cause, and there's no way this is going to work. But if he's joining a team of other remotes they can make it work if others are willing to try.