We arrange internships for credit to provide you with both practical work experience and a 3-credit academic seminar. The internship coordinator helps you understand the “techniques” of cultural adaptation and how they can be used throughout the world. Past placements in English or Italian: Ufficio Affari Internazionali – University of Siena (administrative work) Teaching English in an elementary or high school Chemistry at the University of Siena Archeology and anthropology at the Department of Medieval Archeology Research and work at Political Science Department of the University of Siena...

Students interested in an academic experience at a local Italian university may take a course at the University of Siena. Most courses are only for students with advanced Italian language proficiency, however there are some English-taught course options. If you decide to take advantage of courses at the University of Siena, it is possible that you may be requested to stay longer in Siena since the University courses don't always align with the IES Abroad timeline. If this is the case, you'll be requested to take the exam as early as possible and the additional housing costs will be covered by...

Your specific housing assignment will be sent to you via email from admissions@IESabroad.org approximately three weeks before the program start date, provided you have submitted all forms listed below. Make sure that emails from this address will not end up in your spam filter by adding it to your trusted sender list. NOTE: We must receive all forms listed below before we can finalize housing arrangements on your behalf and release your housing assignment to you. Submit the Lifestyle Demographics Survey in your MyIESabroad account as early as possible after it is made available. Be honest and...

The IES Abroad Center will hold a mandatory week-long orientation program beginning the day after the official arrival date. Orientation will allow you to become familiar with the IES Abroad Center space as well as the staff, your peers, and the city of Siena. There will be sessions about academic expectations, housing, health and safety, and Sienese culture. Siena - SAMPLE Orientation Schedule For students who choose to take a 3-credit Italian language course for the length of the term, you also will take an oral language placement exam that will complete the online predeparture written...

All students must arrive in Siena by 4pm on the official arrival date. It is strongly recommended that you fly into Florence Airport (FLR), as group transportation will be arranged from the airport by bus. The group bus will leave at 2pm. Students wishing to utilize the group bus should arrive in Florence (known as Firenze in Italian) by 1:30pm on the official arrival date to allow for time to get through customs. From 9:30am-2pm, an IES Abroad staff member will be waiting to direct you to the group bus. Look for an IES Abroad sign after you arrive at the airport. If you can't find the group...

Sports & Fitness Gyms You will receive more information about gym locations and memberships during orientation. Gyms are generally more expensive compared to the ones in the US and they might require you to pass an on-site physical to gain access to the facilities. IES Abroad Milan and Italian Student Companions will help you in finding the best solution for your needs. Winter Sports Milan is less than two hours away from excellent skiing centers which are accessible by bus. Ski equipment can be easily rented after arriving at your destination. Sporting Events Milan has a large number of...

Milan is the capital of Lombardy, which is the most productive region in Europe in terms of industry and national GDP. However, Milan is more than just a business hub! It is considered the fashion capital of Italy as well as an important center for design, culture, education, business, sports, and music. What do IES Abroad students in Milan say about the city? See what Milan bloggers have learned and seen in their new home city: Things I Will Miss About Milano The BEST of Milan My first week in Milan Italian Grocery Shopping 101 Everything to Know about Vegan Food in Milan Watch what some...

Internship Attendance Policy Attendance is mandatory for all IES Abroad classes, including course-related trips. Any exams, tests, presentations, or other work missed due to student absences can only be rescheduled in cases of documented medical or family emergencies. There will be no penalty for the first absence in the Internship Seminar. A second absence will result in two percentage points being deducted from the final grade. A fourth absence will result in a grade of F. Attendance at the internship placement, at the times agreed with the placement supervisor, is mandatory. Any emergency...

Internship Placements We have established good working relationships with many organizations in Milan who participate in our internship program. Your ability to secure an internship depends upon your self-motivation, ability to meet deadlines, maturity, previous work experience, and flexibility regarding organizations and work projects. We work with you to perfect your résumé and hone your interviewing skills so that you are well prepared for your internship interviews and the local work environment. Full-time internships are offered in a range of fields, including: arts business STEM...

Your specific housing assignment will be sent to you via email from admissions@IESabroad.org approximately three weeks before the program start date, provided you have submitted all forms listed below. Make sure that emails from this address will not end up in your spam filter by adding it to your trusted sender list. In late March or early April, you will receive an email that invites you to log-in into Moodle with your credentials and browse the page under My Courses --> HOUSING_SUMMER 2026 as soon as the housing options available will be ready. STEP 1: Watch the video tutorial on the Moodle...