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CIEE Summer Global Internship Program in Madrid, Spain (Outgoing Program)

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Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Model: Affiliate Language of Instruction: English
Program Type: Internship, Study abroad Minimum GPA: 2.5
Housing: Apartment, Dormitory Academic Partner: CIEE
Program Description:

Summer Global Internship

MADRID, SPAIN

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Program Overview

Madrid is not just Spain’s capital city, but also doubles as a bustling center for businesses and nonprofits alike. This booming entrepreneurial hub houses several startup labs that develop their main activity in sustainability, software technologies, and the service industries. Countless organizations are also dedicated to social causes, the arts, and quality of life for residents across demographics. If you’re looking for a challenging and rewarding international internship, look no further than our Summer Global Internship program in Madrid!

As a global intern, you’ll spend eight weeks of your summer gaining practical, real-world work experience in Madrid, either through a placement in the nonprofit sector or in startups and related business areas such as the arts, tourism, and more. During your placement, you can expect to gain soft skills like communication, problem-solving, time management, conflict resolution, creative thinking, and teamwork. Similarly, you’ll immerse yourself in the local culture, getting an inside look at how the organization you’re working for operates, as well as its place in the sector. In addition to gaining relevant work experience, you’ll discover for yourself why Madrid and its lively culture, entrepreneurism, and pulse for social networking together make this capital city an ideal place to intern abroad.

When you apply to become a CIEE intern, our staff will work directly with you to match you with an internship opportunity that suits your unique needs and professional goals. While internships are competitive, CIEE will help you navigate the internship interview process to set you up for success. Our staff will offer you constructive resume revisions and provide you with the tools to succeed in your interview to ensure you are placed with the right opportunity. Learn more about our personalized placement process. 

Unique Experiences

Experience the breathtaking works of art

tat the Prado, the most visited art museum in Spain

Treat yourself to an organized bike tour

to explore the changing urban landscape of Madrid

Try kayaking and hiking

while learning about Spain's approach to environmental preservation

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Excursions & Activities

  • Visit the world heritage site of El Escorial – the largest Renaissance palace and monastery in the world – built under the “Golden Age” reign of King Philip II of Spain in the 1500s; located in the northern mountains, El Escorial gives visitors a view of daily life in the royal court and its impressive architecture, where decisions were made at the height of the Spanish Empire (students also have an opportunity to explore the neighboring 18th-century village of San Lorenzo)
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites such as the medieval city of Alcalá de Henares, or hike the trails in the Guadarrama Mountains, on a CIEE-organized day trip  
  • Discover the flavors of Spain while trying out some typical tapas, such as croquetas, Spanish egg tortilla, and spicy potatoes  
  • Soak up Spanish culture with museum visits or popular neighborhood visits to Lavapiés, Malasaña, or La Latina  
  • Savor downtime with other students while you play basketball, frisbee, hike, swim, or catch a theater, dance, or music performance in some of the local parks, such as El Retiro

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Orientation – an introduction to Spanish culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Field trips and cultural activities
  • Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext
  • 24/7 emergency on-site support

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - up to $2,000 toward travel costs guaranteed to all Pell-elgible students.

Gilman Go Global Grants - $2,500/semester and $1,000/summer, guaranteed to all Gilman applications.

Merit-Based Scholarships - $2,500/semester and $750/summer, awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Minority Serving Institutions (MIS) Grant - $2,000/semester and $500/summer, guaranteed to all students attending MSIs.

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Why CIEE

  • 200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
  • $8 million in scholarships offered each year
  • 1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
  • Study tours and cultural activities included
  • Internships and volunteering opportunities
  • Rigorous academics
  • Cultural immersion
  • iNext travel protection included

Questions?

Our highly experienced staff have extensive knowledge of all CIEE programs and services. If you are a student with questions about completing your application, or you want to sign up to receive program updates and news, our staff are happy to help.

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2025 02/15/2025 ** Rolling Admission 05/20/2025 07/13/2025

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.