Work in Spain while Studying

Internship in Spain

With our Spanish + Iinternship in Spain course you'll combine your language skills and the experience of an authentic Spanish working environment. You will improve fluency and your ability to communicate in a foreign language. The internship in Spain is also a valuable experience to add to your CV.

Below is a sample list of the fields where we have been able to place our students, but please keep in mind that these are only examples, not all positions will be available in all Spanish destinations. Placement depends on a number of factors (availability in the company, your level of Spanish, your CV, etc.) we will do our best, however we cannot guarantee a position in the specific company or field of your choice.

Also note that internships are harder to find in July & August, since many companies close or have a smaller work load. Regardless of the circumstances, we will do everything to find the right match for you, and are always ready to form partnerships in other areas at your request, so don’t hesitate to ask.

Possible placements in Spain:

  • Food and Catering
  • Graphic Arts
  • Non-Profit Work (NGO's)
  • The Automotive Industry
  • Financial services
  • Tourism
  • Law
  • Cinema and Entertainment
  • Communications /Media Consulting
  • Sports
  • Distribution
  • Marketing
  • Hospitality (Hotels/ Restaurants)
  • IT/ Computers/ Internet
  • General Business
  • Real Estate
  • Applied Sciences (laboratories)
  • Fashion
  • Shipping
  • Leisure
  • Optometry
  • Auxiliary Medical Services
  • Education

 

Before starting the placement, you may choose to participate in an optional 4-week Spanish Language Program being either Intensive Spanish or Business Spanish.

If you don't possess the required language level, we suggest you sign up to any or the General Spanish courses for as long as it takes to reach an appropriate workplace fluency in spoken and written to Spanish.

Students do not receive a wage during their internship program. However, a bonus may be negotiated at the discretion of the company, based on the individual's contribution.

  Starting Dates Intensive+ Course / Work Experience: Every 1st Monday of each month, all year long
Business Course / Work Experience: Refer to Business Spanish Course starting dates and schools / locations.
Course Duration 8 or 12 weeks (optional 4 weeks Spanish course + 8 week internship)
Lessons per Week 20+5 Intensive Spanish Course or 20 + 5 Business Spanish Course
Lesson Duration 55 Minutes
Levels Minimum high Intermediate level required
Special Requirements Minimum age 18 years old; must possess medical insurance (available through Spanish Schools in Spain, see: Study Abroad Insurance)
Class Size Max. 10 students per Spanish class, average 5-6. Cultural lessons: max. 16.
Notes Students may opt to take 4 weeks of Intensive Spanish or Business Spanish before entering the workplace. Spanish Schools in Spain provides placement, assessment, oreintation, training and support for interns during the work study.

 

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