Summer Internship Program in Spain

  Spain

• Madrid: 
Madrid
• All Other Areas: 
Palma de Mallorca
• Valladolid: 
Valladolid

Term: Summer 
Dates: The application deadline for the Summer Internship Program in Spain is January 15.

Description: Immerse yourself in Spanish culture while completing an exciting summer internship in Madrid, Valladolid, or Palma de Mallorca! The CDS International Summer Internship Program in Spain provides you with firsthand, international career experience as well as the perfect opportunity to improve your Spanish language skills and enjoy life abroad. Customized internships are designed around your personal strengths and previous work experience. Internships start in late May and end in early August. All internships are unpaid, but funding is available through the CDS International Scholarship Fund.

Visit the CDS website for more information and to apply online.

Highlights: Internship highlights include:
* Work placement customized to your strengths and career goals
* Financial assistance through the CDS International Scholarship Fund
* Cultural orientation seminar in Madrid discussing Spanish workplace practices
* Health insurance (optional)
* Housing assistance (if needed)
* Re-entry information on how to market your international experience in the U.S. job market
* Three months of sunny summer days in Spain!

Qualifications: Candidates should have:
* Solid Spanish language skills; two years of post-secondary instruction or its equivalent
* U.S. or Canadian citizenship; enrollment in a U.S. or Canadian college or university before, during, and after the program
* 19-25 years of age
* Some previous work experience. While not required, it will help you secure a better position
* An adventurous outlook on life!

Cost in US$: Scholarships Available

Experience Required: yes

Practical experience in the participant's desired field (summer employment, prior internship, etc.) is preferred.

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

CDS International, Inc.'s Mission Statement: We are a nonprofit organization that supports intercultural understanding through professional development programs in Argentina, Germany, Russia, Spain, and the United States. Our programs include international internships, professional fellowships, State Department public diplomacy initiatives, J-1 visa services, work-study programs, and study tours. We have over 40 years of experience working with participants from more than 80 countries.

Year Founded: 1968