Summer Intern + Study Abroad
Unique Experiences
Enhance user web experiences and implement new IT features
at a Spanish language school
Assist with financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting
at a company managing casual dining restaurants
Collect quantitative and qualitative data
for an e-commerce company
Your Intern and Study Abroad Destination in Madrid
Madrid is Spains vibrant capital city, known for its rich cultural heritage, lively energy, and inspiring mix of historic and modern influences. From iconic landmarks like the Royal Palace and Plaza Mayor to world-renowned museums like the Prado and Reina Sof穩a, the city offers endless opportunities for exploration. Whether youre majoring in business, science, engineering, technology, communications, psychology, health sciences, liberal arts, language, or fine arts, Madrid is the perfect place to study or intern abroad.
Program Highlights
- Internship Placements: CIEE offers the largest inventory of internship placements that align with your career aspirations.
- Elective Courses: Choose from in-person courses at 91做厙 Madrid or online courses delivered by 91做厙s 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 Madrid.
Excursions & Activities
CIEEs excursions and cultural activities in Madrid will open doors for you to explore Spain's rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.
Samples of past excursions and activities:
- Take a day trip to the medieval city of Toledo, an ancient city known for its medieval Arab, Jewish, and Christian monuments in its walled old city
- Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites like Alcal獺 de Henares, a historic Spanish city famed for its 16th-century buildings in its old town
- Kayak and hike to beat the heat, or dip into one of Madrid's many public swimming pools
Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at 91做厙's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.胼
Program Blogs
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Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Madrid offers diverse housing options to maximize your study abroad experience, including student residence halls, or shared apartments in several city districts. All housing options are located near supermarkets, restaurants, gyms, and public transportation and provide the convenience of urban living in one of Europes largest cosmopolitan cities.胼傭胼傭&紳莉莽梯;
Student housing in Madrid typically looks different than what you may be used to in the U.S. Unlike most college campuses, 91做厙 does not own or manage student housing in Madrid. We work within local housing networks to carefully identify housing partners, vendors, and homestay hosts that offer students a culturally active living experience.
All Madrid housing sizes, room designs, and amenities vary and have their own distinct features. Living in Madrid may mean downsizing for the duration of your stay, as student housing space and location are at a premium (for example, living space, kitchen, washing machines, or bedroom size may be smaller than what youre used to at home). In the summer, 91做厙 only guarantees that each room has a fan, and only a select few accommodations may have centrally controlled air conditioning.胼
Standard Housing:涅ncludes a double room in a shared apartment or residence hall located within a 70-minute commute to Puerta del Sol train Station. Meals are not included in the dorms or apartments.胼傭胼傭&紳莉莽梯;
- Shared Apartments:Shared apartments are modest in size and feature a few amenities like basic furniture, laundry facilities, Wi-Fi access, a room fan, maintenance repair services, bed linens, towels, and a kitchen.
- Residence Halls:Residence Halls are modern, offer Wi-Fi access, and typically house students in single or shared bedrooms with an individual or shared kitchen. Residence Halls locations may vary.胼
Select Housing:Includes a single room at a shared apartment or residence hall located within a 30-70 minute commute to Puerta del Sol train Station. Meals are not included in residence Halls or apartments.Select housing requires an additional fee.胼傭胼傭&紳莉莽梯;
- Shared Apartments:Shared apartments are modest in size and feature a few amenities like basic furniture, a laundry machine, Wi-Fi access, a room fan, maintenance repair services, bed linens, towels, and a kitchen.
- Residence Halls:Residence Halls are modern, offer Wi-Fi access, and typically house students in single or shared bedrooms with an individual or shared kitchen.爹esidence Halls locations may vary.胼
Select Plus Housing: Includes a single room at a shared apartment or residence hall located within a 30-to 40-minute commute to Puerta del Sol train Station. Meals are not included in the residence halls or apartments.Select Plus housing requires an additional fee.胼傭胼傭&紳莉莽梯;
- Shared Apartments:Shared apartments are modest in size and feature a few amenities like basic furniture, a laundry machine, Wi-Fi access, a room fan, maintenance repair services, bed linens, towels, and a kitchen.
- Residence Halls:Residence Halls are modern, offer Wi-Fi access, and typically house students in single or shared bedrooms with an individual or shared kitchen.爹esidence Halls may vary.
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
Residence Halls/Shared Apartments:烘eals are not included. Residence halls and apartments have direct access to supermarkets, restaurants, public transport, and independent dining halls. Students can purchase dining hall meal plans on their own if offered by the residence hall management.胼傭胼傭&紳莉莽梯;
Transportation
Commute time from housing location to internship will vary depending on location of the internship provider.
Academics
CIEE Madrid: Study in the historic center of Spains capital near Puerta de Sol, conveniently located near shops, caf矇s, tapas bars, theaters, museums, copy centers, and metro stations. 91做厙 Madrid features five classrooms, a student lounge, an academic advising office, and a student life office.
Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by 91做厙 in 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 91做厙 academic calendar.
Course Information
Summer Block I 2026
CIEE proudly partners with ASU to deliver asynchronous, online coursework that aligns with your degree requirements from anywhere you study abroad.
CIEE 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 91做厙 Program Dates and ASU start dates below to maximize course options within your program!
Search ASU Online Courses BROWSE FAQs for more INFO
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 91做厙 and 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 91做厙's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 91做厙 sites.
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 91做厙 Study Abroad.
Explore Industry Options
Madrid's work scene spans sustainability, NGOs, tourism, and education. Growing coworking spaces cater to freelancers and remote workers. While Spanish dominates, some companies operate in English. The city blends traditional Spanish culture with modern business practices, balancing professionalism and a relaxed vibe.
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.
Hospitality and Tourism
Polish your hospitality management skills by studying global tourism practices, customer service excellence, and more.
Marketing, Sales and Service
Explore global market dynamics, cross-cultural consumer engagement, and sales techniques in firms, agencies, and companies.
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 91做厙 fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 91做厙 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.
Scholarships & Grants
CIEE 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
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
- CIEE STEM Scholarship
- Trailblazer Grant
To be considered, submit the 91做厙 Scholarships & Grants application within your 91做厙 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 91做厙, 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, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 91做厙's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
CIEE 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 91做厙 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $4,150 ** |
| Housing | $2,300 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $6,950 |
Financial Aid
CIEE offers 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.
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 | $398 |
| International Airfare | $1,224 漍 |
| Local Transportation | $52 漍 |
| Books & Supplies | $30 |
| Personal expenses | $145 漍漍 |
| Total Costs | $1,849 |
*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.
For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
漍Round trip based on East coast departure
漍4 for personalized transportation card and 20 per month unlimited regional travel pass
漍漍$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
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Eero Jesurun
Center Director
Eero Jesurun, Ph.D. completed his B.S. and M.A degrees from Georgetown University's School of Foreign Service. Eero studied at the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid where he obtained a Ph.D...
Get Started
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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.
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Start a Program Application
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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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Contact 91做厙
We're here to help! Email us if you have questions or need help applying to this program. Upon your acceptance, you'll speak with on-site 91做厙 staff about your internship goals. 91做厙 will reach out to companies that align with your goals, interests, and qualifications.
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