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Barcelona, Spain

Summer Intern + Study Abroad

Study Program Part-Time Internship

Dates

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6 weeks

Costs

Credit

6-7 semester hours

9-10.5 quarter hours

Eligibility

Application Deadline

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Overview

Your 黑料网911Summer Intern and Study Abroad program in Barcelona lasts 6 weeks and features three key components: A part-time internship with an international organization (15-20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and a 3-credit academic course taught online through CIEE鈥檚 global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in Spanish culture. Live, learn, and work in Barcelona! 

Unique Experiences

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Experience
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Your Intern and Study Abroad Destination in Barcelona

Barcelona is Spain鈥檚 vibrant, cosmopolitan city, celebrated for its dynamic nightlife, unique blend of Catalan and Spanish cultures, iconic architectural landmarks like the Sagrada Fam铆lia and Park G眉ell, world-class art museums, charming caf茅s and tapas bars, fashionable shopping districts, and stunning beaches and green spaces. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Barcelona is the perfect place to study or intern abroad. 

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Program Highlights

  • Internship Placements:鈥诹贤911offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
  • Elective Courses:鈥Choose from online courses delivered by CIEE鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
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  • Company Visits:鈥Visit a digitally native company, a consulting firm, or a local non-profit foundation to gain an in-depth understanding of the work environment in Barcelona. 
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Excursions & Activities

CIEE鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in Barcelona will open doors for you to explore Spain鈥檚 rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad. 鈥 鈥 

Samples of past excursions and activities: 

  • Visit some of the most emblematic neighborhoods in Barcelona to immerse yourself in the local culture
  • Go on a business-related visit to learn about production and management in a local Spanish factory
  • Take a day trip and hike in Montserrat, a Benedictine monastery retreat high atop one of the most spectacular mountain ranges in Catalunya 鈥 

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience. 鈥 

Program Blogs

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Madrid vs. Barcelona Study Abroad: Which is Better for You?

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Housing
Academics

Academics

黑料网911Barcelona:鈥Study near Barcelona鈥檚 main square, Pla莽a Catalunya, on a beautiful pedestrian passageway, only minutes from caf茅s, restaurants, and important cultural attractions. 黑料网911Barcelona features classrooms, a student lounge, conference rooms, and charming 19th-century terraces where students can relax outdoors.

Arizona State University (ASU):鈥疊rought to you by 黑料网911in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 6-week sessions that fit within the 黑料网911academic calendar. 

Courses

Course Information

Internship includes a weekly seminar in English.

Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 黑料网911and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at CIEE's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 黑料网911sites.

Internships

Discover Internship Opportunities

We're excited you're considering this program! Next, explore the types of internships you can choose from for an epic internship abroad with 黑料网911Study Abroad.

Explore Industry Options

Students interning in Barcelona are placed with innovative startups and global organizations across various sectors. The most sought-after profiles are those with interests in business, engineering, marketing, and communication, reflecting the city's vibrant work scene that thrives on creativity and collaboration. 

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Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

Gain experience in agricultural markets, agribusiness companies, and NGOs to study food production and global processes.

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Architecture and Construction

Develop hands-on technical skills and responsible building planning while working for global architecture firms abroad.

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Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications

Immerse yourself in today's cutting-edge global media by working in film studios, media companies, the theater, and more.

Business Management and Administration Internships

Business Management and Administration

Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.

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Marketing, Sales and Service

Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.

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Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

Gain hands-on skills in sustainable technologies, research projects, and scientific studies in Costa Rica, Mexico, and more.

Browse Internship Opportunities

Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.

Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of 黑料网911fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 黑料网911and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.

Scholarships

Scholarships & Grants

黑料网911offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.

Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:

  • Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
  • Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
  • 黑料网911Gilman Go Global Grant
  • 黑料网911STEM Scholarship
  • Trailblazer Grant

To be considered, submit the 黑料网911Scholarships & Grants application within your 黑料网911program application.

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Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing

Program Summer 2026 6 weeks Start Date End Date Fees & Housing $6,950

To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.

Program Fees

黑料网911offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 黑料网911iNext travel protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation $300 *
Educational Costs $4,250 **
Housing $2,200 ***
Insurance $200
Total Fees $6,950

Financial Aid

黑料网911offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

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Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee $428
International Airfare $1,000 鈥犫赌
Local Transportation $48 鈥犫赌犫
Personal expenses $145 鈥犫赌犫犫赌
Total Costs $1,621

*non-refundable

**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays. Families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner) and students purchase lunch (there isn鈥檛 usually access to a kitchen). For students in apartments, you should budget approx. $265 per month for groceries if you plan on making your own meals, and more if you plan on eating out regularly.

鈥犫赌Round-trip flight based on U.S. East Coast departure ranges from $700-1200 dependent on carrier.

鈥犫赌犫Local transportation: 鈧22/$24 T-usual (1-month unlimited rides)

鈥犫赌犫犫赌$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense (low-cost SIM card with a 30GB-50GB data plan) + toiletries

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city

On-site Staff

Full-time program leadership and support in your city

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

黑料网911iNext travel protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Staff

Our Staff

Andr茅s Tab谩rez

Center Director

Andr茅s holds a Ph.D. in Classical Studies from the University of Barcelona (UB).

Jos茅 Luis Espinosa

Academic Director

Jos茅 Luis holds a Ph.D. in Modern Languages and Gender Studies from the University of Salamanca (USAL).

Fernando Janeiro

Senior Program Manager

Nando holds a Master's Degree in Humanities from Universitat Pompeu Fabra (Barcelona) and is certified as a Spanish as a Second Language instructor.

Get Started Steps

Get Started

Here鈥檚 what you need to do to take the next steps:

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Utilize the Internship Search Tool

Search our catalog of internship opportunities to view the placements that align best with your academic and professional goals.

2

Start a Program Application

You're one step closer to an amazing internship abroad experience!

3

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Share your plans and confirm you're on track to meet all required steps to go abroad. 

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