Internships in Spain give participants the opportunity to improve their Spanish on and off the placement site as well as gain a more global perspective in their career field.  Interns are placed in fields very specific to their academic studies and are expected to have a minimum of an intermediate level of Spanish language to best interact with their colleagues.  Interning in Spain allows for perhaps the most practical application of academic studies and Spanish language, not to mention the opportunity to live among one of the most beautiful and culturally-rich countries in the world.  Most interns are placed in Barcelona based on its blend of excellent internship opportunities and rich culture.

Barcelona is the second largest city in Spain and is situated on its northeastern coast on the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. Just a train ride away from France and the rest of Western Europe, Barcelona's location makes it a top international destination.  For visitors and residents alike, the culture of Barcelona doesn't go unnoticed.  The capital and cultural hub of the Spanish region of Catalunya, Barcelona is a blend of Spanish, French, Mediterranean and uniquely Catalán identities.

The world renowned Gothic architecture of Gaudí as well as modern parks, buildings and infrastructure of the 21st century combine to make Barcelona a world-class city.  Walk down the bustling pedestrian strip of las ramblas to enjoy cafes, restaurants, market stalls and museums while marveling at the "statuesque" street performers.  The coastline boasts a spectacular boardwalk that especially comes to life at night, as well as seven spectacular beaches.  Internships are customized to allow for an excellent and practical application of the intern's skills, while also saving time for culture and language acquisition. 

*Requests for placements specifically in Madrid or Seville can also be fulfilled.

Placements are customized and based on participants’ interest. The following are fields in which previous interns have been placed:

*Participants should have at least an intermediate level of Spanish before applying. (Applicants with less than an intermediate level may be placed teaching English or will take Spanish lessons until they can be placed in an internship.)

Accounting
Auto Industry
Cinema
Consulting
Design
Education
Environmental Education
Fashion
Finance
Health
International Business
Information Technology
Journalism
Law
Marketing
Public Relations
Sociology
Sports
Tourism
Translation

*Additional placements may be available

*Start dates are 1st and 3rd Monday of each month throughout the year. Arrival is Sunday before start.

*Minimum recommended duration is four weeks.  Please ask about flexibility.

• 1 Month: $3,600
• 2 Months: $4,700
• 3 Months: $5,500

*cost may change at any time due to the currency exchange

*Longer placements available.

• Internship Placement
• Housing
• Spanish Language Training (1 or 2 weeks depending on duration)
• Three Local Excursions
• Cultural Activities
• Travel Insurance
• On-going Tutoring and Support Services
• Airport Pickup

• Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
• Complete the IEP Pre-Placement Form
• Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.
• Submit an updated professional résumé in both English and Spanish. (It is recommended that you receive help from a Spanish professor on your campus.)
• Submit a professional cover letter in both English and Spanish.

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North
Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211

"This internship has been a great opportunity to compare and contrast the different countries’ way of running university programs for students."
Samantha D., Fall 2007