Barcelona, Spain

Full-Time Semester Internship

Full-Time Internship
Length:
Fall, Spring, Academic Year

At a Glance

Program Dates:

  • Spring 2025: January 07 - April 12
  • Fall 2025: September 01 - December 05

Credits:

3 per Semester

Estimated Cost:

$9,450

Visa Required:

Yes

Housing:

Apartment, Homestay, Residence Hall

Primary Spoken Language(s):

English, Spanish

Language Prerequisites:

None

About the Internship

Our Barcelona internship program guarantees an unpaid, for-credit, 12-week internship placement of at least 30 hours a week in the field of your choice. Develop your professional skills, your ability to communicate across cultures, and gain real work experience that will jump-start your career in today’s competitive job market.

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Personalized Placements

We'll work with you to find a placement in the field of your choice.

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Academic Seminar

Enroll in a required 3-credit internship seminar with other IES interns.

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Field Trips

Travel and experience all that Spanish culture has to offer.

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Attend Cultural Events 

Like walking tours, flamenco workshops, and soccer games.

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

September 01 - December 05

Application Deadline:

Internship Program Advisor

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Alexis Watson

Once you’ve applied for an internship, I’ll be your direct point of contact. From field placements to housing and everything in between, I’m here to help you prepare for your internship. Once you’re accepted to your internship, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!

📱 800.995.2300  ✉️ internships@IESabroad.org

About the Destination

Why Barcelona?

Barcelona is an economic and cultural hub of the Iberian Peninsula. Pair this with the fact that the city is a major player in many industries, including commerce, education, technology startups, entertainment, media, and fashion, and you have yourself the perfect location for a semester internship abroad.

Build a global network of professional contacts while taking in the sights and sounds of this bustling Spanish city, located between bright blue sea and majestic mountains. Sample tapas throughout the city’s diverse neighborhoods, head to the Gothic Quarter to see several UNESCO World Heritage Sites, explore one (or more) of Barcelona’s museums, experience fresh flavors at the city's famous La Boqueria market—should we go on?

Learn More About Barcelona

Get to Know Your New City

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Have Fun in the Sun

Spend time under the sun along Barcelona's sandy beaches.

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Check Out Some Live Music

Barcelona boasts an iconic music scene.

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Appreciate the Art

There’s plenty of art—indoors and out—to inspire you.

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Eat, Drink, and Eat Some More!

Enjoy stews, seafood, jamón, spicy potatoes, and so much more.

The Student Experience

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Program Dates

Spring 2025

Program Dates:

January 07 - April 12

Application Deadline:

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

September 01 - December 05

Application Deadline:

Academics