CIEE Study Center in Sevilla, Spain: Summer Internship

  Spain

• Seville: 
Seville (Sevilla)

Term: Summer 
Dates: 7 weeks: late May-mid-July

Description: The goal of the Internship program is to expose students to a professional work atmosphere in a foreign environment. Speaking Spanish, utilizing business vocabulary, interacting with professionals, and applying concepts learned in class are some of the many experiences students have when participating in an internship.

Academic Program
This program offers a unique opportunity for students to increase their business vocabulary, immerse themselves both linguistically and professionally in a foreign setting, and gain practical experience on the job. The Internship program incorporates an intensive Spanish for Students of Business course, which increases the student's business vocabulary and conversational skills, and an internship in a local Spanish company. For the internship, students complete a minimum of 120 hours of on-site work, conduct a research project, and participate in weekly seminars, which involve training in public speaking and leadership.

Online Placement Exam
Prior to arrival in Seville, all students take the CIEE online placement exam. It is very important that all students take this exam during the scheduled exam dates. The purpose of this exam is to determine the student's level of Spanish so that he or she may be placed in appropriate language courses. Students should take this exam seriously as placement in many upper level courses depends upon a high online placement exam score.

Academic Culture
The program offers students the opportunity to develop both their professional profile and Spanish language skills. Through a combination of coursework and related lectures, students have an unparalleled opportunity to observe, and even participate, in Spain's economy and business management practices.

Students are expected to speak Spanish at all times in class, at their place of residence, and with fellow students. While extracurricular activities and personal travel contribute greatly to the student's overall European experience, attendance is mandatory for classes and required events. Early departure for or late return from the weekend is not allowed. Any extended travel should take place prior to the start or upon completion of the program.

Highlights:

• Improve your Spanish language, public speaking, and business writing skills
  
• Gain practical experience and cultural insight working in a foreign company through a for-credit internship
  
• Develop a unique perspective on Spanish business approaches
  
• Enjoy Seville, a vibrant and bustling city, and the commercial hub of Andalusia
  
• Visit businesses in Morocco to learn first-hand about the Moroccan business environment

Qualifications:
- Overall GPA 2.75
- 5 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent

Cost in US$: See below for CIEE Fees

The CIEE fee for 2007 includes an optional on-site airport meet and greet, full-time leadership and support, tuition, housing and three meals per day, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, predeparture advising, and a CIEE iNext travel card which provides insurance and other travel benefits.

Experience Required: yes

* Overall GPA 2.75
* 5 semesters of college-level Spanish or equivalent

This Program is open to World Wide Participants.

Participants Travel to Spain Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Transcript
• Written Application

CIEE's Mission Statement: Since 1947, the Council on International Educational Exchange, known as CIEE, has been in pursuit of its mission, "to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge, and develop skills for living in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse world." Our services to young people studying, working, teaching, and traveling abroad are more important than ever. As we look ahead, we reaffirm our commitment to the principles and values that guide this mission statement.

Year Founded: 1947