Summer Intern + Study Abroad
Unique Experiences
Research industry trends
and analyze data at a consulting firm
Provide support to medical staff and patients
at a hospital in Alicante
Gain experience in project management
at a coworking space
Your Intern and Study Abroad Destination in Alicante
Alicante is Spain鈥檚 picturesque coastal city, known for its sunny Mediterranean climate, rich history, and vibrant blend of traditional and modern Spanish culture. The city boasts stunning beaches like Playa del Postiguet, the historic Santa B谩rbara Castle with panoramic views, a lively waterfront promenade, and a dynamic culinary scene filled with fresh seafood and authentic tapas. Whether you are majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Alicante is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
Program Highlights
- Internship Placements: 爱游戏下载 offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
- Elective Courses: Choose from online courses delivered by 爱游戏下载鈥檚 global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
- Workshops: Enhance your resume and interview skills while immersing yourself in Spanish business culture through an internship and workshops that build practical skills, foster cultural competence, and expand your network.
- Company Visits: 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 Alicante.
Excursions & Activities
爱游戏下载鈥檚 excursions and cultural activities in Alicante will open doors for you to explore Spain鈥檚 rich diversity, language, culture, history, contemporary trends, vibrant art, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Tour Santa B谩rbara Castle, the Old Quarter, and the Archaeological Museum of Alicante
- Visit a globally recognized hospitality company with a location in Alicante
- Take a trip to a winery in the Alicante region, offering insights into the wine production and export business
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 爱游戏下载's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.
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Housing & Meals
Housing
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Standard Housing: Includes a room at a homestay or a residence hall.
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- Residence Hall:鈥疶he off-campus residence halls are typically located near 爱游戏下载 Alicante and the Universidad de Alicante campus in San Vicente, approximately 30 minutes by bus or TRAM from the city center. Students who live in the residence hall will be able to walk to campus but should expect to use public transportation to get to and from downtown Alicante.鈥
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
Meals
- Homestay:鈥疶hree meals per day are provided by the host family.鈥
- Residence Hall:鈥疢eals are not included.
Transportation
Commuting time from housing to your internship will depend on your internship provider's location.
Academics
爱游戏下载 Alicante: Study on the main campus of the University of Alicante (Universidad de Alicante in San Vicente). 爱游戏下载 Alicante is situated in the northwestern region of the city, roughly 20 minutes from top sites like the Santa Barbara Castle and Parc de l鈥橢reta.
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Course Information
爱游戏下载 proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, 100% online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
爱游戏下载 and ASU offer courses online per program eligibility, at no additional charge. Be sure to review online courses with your home school advisor.
Check the 爱游戏下载 Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
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Explore Industry Options
Alicante offers a dynamic work scene that blends traditional and modern sectors. Its thriving tourism industry creates jobs in hospitality, while trade and logistics thrive due to its strategic port. The local culture emphasizes a balanced lifestyle, reflective of the Mediterranean way of life.
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
Study international business practices, multicultural leadership, and global market dynamics in Scotland, China, and more.
Education and Training
Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around Jordan, Spain, and more.
Finance
Study global markets, financial systems, and cross-border investment strategies in international firms, banks, and companies.
Health Science
Immerse yourself in global healthcare systems to study cross-border medical practices and address public health challenges.
Hospitality and Tourism
Polish your hospitality management skills by studying global tourism practices, customer service excellence, 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 爱游戏下载 fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 爱游戏下载 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
爱游戏下载 offers 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
- 爱游戏下载 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- 爱游戏下载 STEM Scholarship
- Trailblazer Grant
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Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 爱游戏下载, 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 | Start Date * | End Date * |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
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, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 爱游戏下载's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
爱游戏下载 offers 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 爱游戏下载 iNext travel protection with benefits.
Financial Aid
爱游戏下载 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
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
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24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Roc铆o D铆ez
Center Director
Roc铆o oversees all semester and summer programs. Rocio, who joined 爱游戏下载 in 2015, has extensive working experience in the fields of communication and cultural management. She holds a B.A. in...
Vanesa Ruiz
Program Manager
Vanesa was born and raised in Alicante and earned her BA in English Studies from Universidad de Alicante and a MA in Teaching. She has been working in the field...
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