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Full Time Internship | Madrid

Spain | Optional Credit Available | Summer 2025
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Overview

Madrid, the bustling capital city of Spain, is the country’s hub for business, tourism, media, and entertainment including sports and events. An internship here will show future employers that you are hardworking, determined and adaptable. In a large, diverse city such as Madrid, these skills will be put to use every day!

After the workday is over, take advantage of the vibrant Spanish culture that is known the world over: explore exceptional museums like the Prado, try new foods like the traditional cocido madrileño stew, and enjoy the nightlife by taking in a flamenco show. 

Interns working abroad in Madrid can participate full-time for 8 weeks during the summer or 12 weeks during the fall and spring terms.

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

  • Global Career Readiness Program

    Connecting academic goals to professional experiences

  • Housing

    Student apartment

  • Excursions & Day Trips

    Day trips outside of the city

  • Cultural & Social Activities

    A wide range of AIFS-organized cultural activities and social events to enrich your experience.

  • On-Site Location Coordinator

    To help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program

  • Green Initiative

  • Health & Safety

    24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
  • Personal/Professional Development

    Access to the renowned Clifton StrengthsFinder assessment and alumni network

Additional Options & Opportunities

  • Flight Package

    Round-trip flights from 25 U.S. gateways

    Airport transfers to and from accommodation

  • 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.

  • Optional Excursions

    Day trip to Segovia

    Day trip to San Lorenzo de El Escorial

Program Details: Full Time Internship | Madrid 8 Week Internship

Dates

June 1, 2025July 26, 2025

Term

Summer

Application Deadline

April 1, 2025

Inclusive Fees

$8,990

Eligibility

Open to First Year, Sophomore, Junior, Senior

Minimum of GPA

Currently enrolled in university as a full-time student.

Visa Requirements

A visa may be required for this program. Please contact your advisor or log into your portal for more information.

Internship Opportunities

AIFS Abroad offers a unique global educational experience for interns on this program, with the following academic options available:

The AIFS Abroad Enrollment Team reviews application materials, which are a combination of relevant work experience, college or university level course work, and an assessment of maturity and readiness for working in a professional setting. After a participant has been accepted, we guarantee an internship placement. 

Our team works with applicants 1:1 to gain a better understanding of the skills you will bring to your team, talents you want to grow, and expectations you have of your experience. By working individually with each intern, we can assess academic knowledge, career goals, language proficiency, and overall expectations for your time in Madrid, in order to place you in a dynamic work environment.

Once a match is found, all interns will interview by phone or Zoom with your manager before the placement is offered and confirmed. When you arrive in Madrid, Location Coordinators will be there to help you start your internship and support you with on-site check-ins and coaching to make the most of your internship placement. 

AIFS Abroad has 20+ years of history matching talented interns with top tier international companies. Our placement team is dedicated to finding the right employers for our interns in a variety of career fields. Below are some of our top fields for Madrid, but are not limited to these:

  • Accounting
  • Communications
  • Business
  • Event Management
  • Fashion Business/Marketing
  • Fashion Design
  • Graphic Design
  • Journalism
  • Marketing
  • Public Relations
  • Travel/Tourism
  • Video Production

AIFS Abroad provides an award-winning Global Career Readiness Program which combines assessments, career coaching, and experiential learning to connect interns’ academic knowledge with your professional ambitions. The Strengths-based approach focuses on interns meeting their potential and thriving in their future careers. 

Core Components Include

  • CliftonStrengthsFinder® Assessment
  • One-on-One Career Strengths Coaching
  • Goal Setting and Career Planning
  • Interview preparation
  • On-Site Career Seminars and Networking Events
  • Leadership Training and Recruitment Opportunities

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. Adding credit can allow interns to access existing financial aid options and gain credit towards graduation for many majors. This is suitable for interns who attend a university that does not offer credit for internships. Some universities will require credit and we cannot change university requirements.

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Living Abroad

AIFS Abroad provides excellent accommodations, activities, resources and staff to help interns learn about and integrate into their host community.

Student Apartment

  • Shared bedroom
  • Desk
  • Shared kitchen and bathroom
  • 24/7 Security
  • Centrally located

Internet access is included in all AIFS housing in Madrid.

History

Founded in the ninth century, it is an ancient city with a modern outlook and as the progressive capital of a diverse nation. The city contains some of the best art galleries in the world spanning over 1000 years of art history.

Architecture

The centre of Madrid, with its winding streets opening into grand boulevards and squares, is a gem of a location and whatever the season provide shelter from the sun or the wind.

AIFS in Madrid Director, Summer Programs

Bárbara Franconi

Hola! I have been working with international students from all over the world since 2005 as a Spanish teacher and cultural immersion coach. I have been AIFS Program Director since 2013. I have a degree in Spanish and Literature, a Master in Applied Linguistics in teaching Spanish as a second language and a Postgraduate in Culture and Communication.

I have studied and worked abroad, so I know how challenging and wonderful it is to immerse yourself in a new culture and a new language. Undoubtedly, it is an enriching experience for life that allows for both professional and personal development and that is why it is a pleasure and a goal for me to help students and interns to get the best from their experience abroad.

Madrid is an amazing city with a huge cultural life and there is always something new to discover. I will organize a variety of cultural activities which will help you to get involved in all that the city offers. I am looking forward to welcoming you to Madrid.

The Program Director provides academic advice, introduces you to the community and handles communication with the University.

Internship Coordinator

Lourdes Arsuaga

Lourdes Arsuaga is a seasoned customer service specialist with over 12 years of experience in the industry. She holds her Bachelor’s degree in Tourism from the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos in Madrid and holds her Master’s degree in Protocol and Sports.

No stranger to the international business world, Lourdes speaks Spanish, English, French and Italian. She loves sharing her knowledge and love for all things Madrid!

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 event: Faro + Tapas evening
  • City tour
  • Visit to the Royal Palace
  • Day trip: Segovia
  • Cooking class
  • Visit to Las Ventas bullring
  • Day trip: San Lorenzo de El Escorial
  • Flamenco show at La Cueva de Lola
  • Farewell event: Wine tasting

You may be asked to pay a small supplementary fee for some events.

Excursions

This program offers a range of day trips and excursions that will take you outside Madrid and deepen your social, historical and cultural understanding of Spain. Previous excursions have included:

Segovia.

Segovia

Locally guided tour. Entrance to the Alcázar Castle. Includes round-trip transportation.

  • Spain
  • Day Trip
  • Included in Program Fee
San Lorenzo de El Escorial

San Lorenzo de El Escorial

A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Royal Monastery takes one back in time. Stroll through the vast building and landscaped grounds of this 16th century site. 

  • Spain
  • Day Trip
  • Included in Program Fee
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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.

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Important Dates & Deadlines

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Dates & Deadlines

Details

  • Early Application Deadline*
    December 15, 2024
  • Application Deadline**
    April 1, 2025
  • Scholarship Deadline
    March 1, 2025
  • Visa Deadline****
  • Optional Departure Flight from US***
    May 31, 2025
  • Program Begins
    June 1, 2025
  • Program Ends
    July 26, 2025
  • 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

  • Atlanta
    $2,220
  • Boston
    $2,140
  • Buffalo
    $2,160
  • Charlotte
    $2,340
  • Chicago
    $2,260
  • Cincinnati
    $2,480
  • Columbus
    $2,160
  • Dallas
    $2,400
  • Denver
    $2,440
  • Des Moines
    $2,380
  • Detroit
    $2,280
  • Houston
    $2,400
  • Los Angeles
    $2,200
  • Miami
    $2,300
  • Minneapolis
    $2,340
  • New York
    $2,040
  • Newark
    $2,040
  • Orlando
    $2,320
  • Philadelphia
    $2,240
  • Phoenix
    $2,440
  • Pittsburgh
    $2,160
  • Raleigh/Durham
    $2,320
  • San Francisco
    $2,340
  • Seattle
    $2,520
  • St. Louis
    $2,380
  • Washington/Dulles
    $2,300
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Ready to intern in Madrid?

For more dates or questions, contact your program consultant:
(203) 399-5163 or email: intern@aifsabroad.com