Overview
The capital of Spain’s Catalonia region is home to world-famous beaches, delectable meals and has a seemingly endless array of opportunities. Is it any wonder that Barcelona is consistently ranked in the top 10 destinations for visitors?
Teeming with thousands of businesses, NGOs, and agencies both big and small, Spanish Internship participants will find that Barcelona is a dream city for those looking to strengthen their knowledge in numerous fields like public relations and marketing; tourism and events; and finance and business.
Internships in Barcelona are full-time, for 8 weeks during the summer or 12 weeks during the fall and spring terms.
Alongside the Mediterranean Sea, prepare for your future career by developing foundational professional skills and create memories that will last a lifetime!
What’s Included
The AIFS Abroad inclusive program fee includes all of the great features below in addition to many pre-departure, on-site and upon-return services to help interns make the most of their time abroad.
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Guaranteed Internship Placement
Once accepted into program we guarantee an internship in one of your approved career fields
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Global Career Readiness Program
Connecting academic goals to professional experiences
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Housing
Apartment, homestay, or student residence
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Excursions & Day Trips
Figueras and the Salvador Dalí Museum (day trip)
Tarragona (day trip) -
Cultural & Social Activities
A wide range of AIFS-organized cultural activities and social events to enrich your experience.
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On-Site Team
to help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
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Green Initiative
Providing carbon offsetting for all flights
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Health & Safety
24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
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Personal/Professional Development
Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network
Additional Options & Opportunities
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Flight Package
Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways
Airport transfers to and from accommodation
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Credit
AIFS Abroad offers credit bearing courses to complement your semester or summer internship, with credits issued through Fairfield University, our school of record located in the US. Some universities require credit to be earned, and we cannot change a university’s requirement. Learn more.
Plan ahead: Download this easy guide to use with your home school advisor.
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Optional Excursions
Weekend trip to Madrid
Living Abroad
AIFS Abroad provides excellent accommodations, activities, resources and staff to help interns learn about and integrate into their host community.
Housing
Homestay
The best way to immerse yourself in the languages and cultures of Spain, and many students choosing this option find that it is the most rewarding part of their time abroad.
- Double room (single room available for additional cost)
- Breakfast and dinner Monday through Friday
- Weekly laundry
Apartment
Stay in a shared apartment in a centrally located neighborhood of Barcelona.
- Live with up to 6 other AIFS participants
- Apartments may be co-ed
- Shared double room (single room available for $795 supplement)
- Communal kitchen, living area and bathroom(s)
- Fully furnished with shared washing machine
Student Residence (additional cost)
Situated in a vibrant neighborhood of Barcelona within walking distance of the city´s beautiful beaches and the awesome Sagrada Familia. Located near several bus lines and metro stops, which provide easy access to universities in less than 30 minutes.
- Single room with private bathroom
- State of the art shared kitchen facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Access to onsite gym
- Stunning rooftop swimming pools with views of the Barcelona skyline
- Study areas, cinema and games room
- Internet access is included in all AIFS housing in Barcelona
Internet access is included in all AIFS Abroad housing in Barcelona.
City Facts
Language
Along with speaking Spanish, most people in Barcelona speak the regional language of Catalan as their native language. You will see signs in both languages throughout the city; it’s an excellent opportunity to be exposed to another language rich in culture.
Architecture
Barcelona is one of Spain’s most energetic and vibrant cities. Not only will you find amazing modern and art nouveau architecture throughout the cities of Spain, you will also find world famous UNESCO Heritage Sites- the most in any one country after Italy.
Site Staff
Inma Lopez
After traveling throughout Europe, Morocco and the US, Inma decided to call Barcelona home in 2008. A world traveler, she grew up in Granada, Spain and has spent time in Toulouse, London, Liverpool and Edinburgh as well.
Inma has been involved in international education and exchange for over a decade, from giving city tours in Barcelona to coordinating and directing programs in Spain.
The impact she has not only on the immediate program experience but on students’ lives is what she loves most about the job.
Cultural Activities
In addition to day trips and excursions, a cultural calendar of weekly activities and social events is included in your program fee. These activities will include both typical tourist sites and attractions and lesser known visits which take advantage of the expert knowledge of our local AIFS Abroad staff and give you a more authentic and insightful view of life in Spain. Typical activities, tours and visits include:
- Welcome dinner of tapas and paella – get to know your fellow AIFSers and the AIFS staff in Barcelona
- Gothic and Jewish Quarter tour
- Panoramic tour of the city and the Sagrada Família
- Gaudí’s Park Güell
- Barcelona from a Different Perspective walking tour
- Salvador Dalí Museum
- Farewell tapas dinner and Flamenco show
You may be asked to pay a small supplementary fee for some events.
Important Dates & Deadlines
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Dates & Deadlines
Details
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Early Application Deadline*December 15, 2024
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Application Deadline**March 1, 2025
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Scholarship DeadlineMarch 1, 2025
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Visa Deadline****
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Optional Departure Flight from US***May 29, 2025
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Program BeginsMay 30, 2025
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Program EndsJuly 26, 2025
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Optional Return Flight to US***July 26, 2025
- * We encourage applicants to apply by this date for a better chance of acceptance into their preferred career fields.
- ** Deposits are due within 10 days of acceptance.
- *** Included for students on AIFS flight package.
- **** AIFS Abroad offers visa processing services to applicants who enroll into the program by this date. All other applicants who enroll after this date will be responsible for securing their own visa with guidance from AIFS Abroad.
Optional Flight Package
Participants can select an optional transportation package for all AIFS Abroad programs that includes a round-trip flight from 25 U.S gateways and airport transfers to and from campus. Participants who choose to book their own flights will be responsible for connecting with the group at the program location and will need to make their own ground transportation arrangements from the airport.
Below are fees by departure city based on average historical costs and subject to change. If you select this option on your application, the total flight package price will be confirmed approximately one month prior to departure. Your program fee is guaranteed, and the optional flight package is an additional fee. Please note that once we have finalized the pricing for your flights the cost may change, and you will be responsible for making the additional payment if you want to participate in the flight package. Your program advisor will be in touch should there be any changes in the price of your flights.
Depature City
Fee
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Atlanta$2,120
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Boston$2,160
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Buffalo$2,160
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Charlotte$2,300
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Chicago$2,400
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Cincinnati$2,240
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Columbus$2,180
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Dallas$2,400
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Denver$2,440
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Des Moines$2,400
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Detroit$2,240
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Houston$2,400
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Los Angeles$2,240
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Miami$2,340
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Minneapolis$2,240
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New York$2,020
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Newark$2,020
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Orlando$2,320
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Philadelphia$2,240
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Phoenix$2,440
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Pittsburgh$2,160
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Raleigh/Durham$2,320
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San Francisco$2,360
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Seattle$2,580
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St. Louis$2,400
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Washington/Dulles$2,160
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Ready to intern in Barcelona?
For more dates or questions, contact your program consultant:
(203) 399-5163 or email: intern@aifsabroad.com
Social identity & access
One of the best things you can do before departure is enter into the journey knowing that your time abroad will be unique to this experience. The resources, community, and support available to you when abroad will likely be different as well. In order to help you prepare for your experience, we have compiled many resources about social identity and access in specific locations abroad. Your program staff will also provide you with more details pre-departure and during orientation.
Learn more