Semester Internships
Language Requirement:
- France: Note that students interested in interning in France should have at least four semesters of college-level French or the equivalent. While placement cannot be guaranteed for those without upper-level French language experience, it is possible for students with lower-level French to be placed. These situations are handled on a case-by-case basis. Students should provide their resume and response to the Internship Questionnaire when applying for an internship placement in France.
- Italy: There is no minimum language requirement for students interested in interning in Florence, Italy, although those with experience with Italian will have a greater range of placement opportunities. Students should provide their resume and response to the Internship Questionnaire when applying for an internship placement in Italy.
- Spain: There is no minimum language requirement for students interested in interning in Barcelona, Spain, although those with experience with Spanish will have a greater range of placement opportunities. Note that students interested in interning in Madrid, Spain should have at least four semesters of college-level Spanish or the equivalent. While placement cannot be guaranteed for those without upper-level Spanish language experience, it is possible for students with lower-level Spanish to be placed. These situations are handled on a case-by-case basis. Students should provide their resume and cover letter in Spanish in addition to two letters of recommendation when applying for an internship placement in Madrid. Students should provide their resume and response to the Internship Questionnaire when applying for an internship placement in Barcelona.
- Virtual: There is no minimum language requirement for students interested in interning virtually, although those with experience with Spanish, French, or another language will have a greater range of placement opportunities. Students should provide their resume and response to the Internship Questionnaire when applying for a virtual internship placement.
Internship Expectations: During the semester, students complete a seminar directed by the IAU Internship Coordinator in tandem with their internship experience. They meet and communicate regularly to follow their progress, learn about topical issues in European labor, and work on their reports and
Fields: Internships are available in the following fields. Reach out to the U.S. Office of Admissions for previous and current examples of internship placement opportunities.
Commercial Development | Research |
Community Management | Public Relations |
Communications | Sales |
Education | Social Media |
Event Planning | Support - Purchasing - Finance |
Human Resources | Theatre |
Law | Tourism |
Library Science | Translation |
Marketing | Web Development & Animation |
Museum Science | And more! |
Application Requirements:
On-Site Application Due Dates | |
Fall Semester | May 1 |
Spring Semester | October 5 |
Please keep in mind that participating in an internship is unlike any other course because it involves significant preparation and expectations are set early on in the placement process. Students cannot withdraw from the internship once preparations are finalized.
Internship Requirements:
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Regular communication with Internship Coordinator throughout the internship placement.
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Signature to an internship agreement between the student, Internship Coordinator, and Company Mentor outlining expectations, work assignments, and policies.
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10-20 hours at the internship site each week (number of hours vary by program location).
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Participation in the weekly academic component of the internship course alongside placement hours.
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Demonstration of reliability, enthusiasm, and professionalism throughout the entire placement process.