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CIEE Summer Global Internship Language Immersion in Barcelona, Spain (Outgoing Program) Print  Save  Share
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Academic Level: Sophomore Language(s) of Instruction: Other (non-English)
Housing Options: Homestay, Residence Hall Program Model: Partner Provider
Area(s) of Study: Foreign Language, Internship Minimum GPA: 2.50
Open to Non-UHCL Applicants: Yes
Program Description:

Summer Global Internship Language Immersion

Barcelona, Spain

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Program Overview

Spend the summer in a vibrant seaside city working with local and international businesses, contributing to some of Spain’s most successful organizations. Through coursework, language training, homestays, company visits, and an internship, you’ll increase your understanding of the international working environment while improving your Spanish communication skills.

Unique Experiences

INTERN

with a startup, local business, international organization, or NGO.

LIVE WITH A SPANISH FAMILY

and immerse yourself in local culture.

HEAR FROM A VARIETY OF GUEST SPEAKERS

with different areas of expertise.

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Excursions & Activities

  • Visit business sites, art and history museums, and monuments.
  • Go on tours of the historical district.
  • Enjoy gastronomy-based activities such as eating chocolate con churros or tapas with local friends, or a cooking session.
  • Indulge your adventurous side with a hike in the mountains.
  • Take day trips to places like Sitges, the Dalí Museum in Figueres or the Roman ruins in the city of Tarragona, among others.

Projects

  • Volunteering. Although there are no formal community service activities on this program, volunteer opportunities can be arranged by CIEE staff.
  • Internship. A for-credit internship is at the core of this program. Based on your experience, interests, and current studies, you’ll be placed with a startup, local business, international organization, or NGO, where you’ll spend 100 hours interning, gaining hands-on professional experience and practicing your Spanish language skills.

What's Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Orientation – an introduction to Barcelona culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
  • Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
  • Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
  • Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
  • Cultural and/or Co-curricular 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 insurance included

Questions?

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Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Summer 2026 05/09/2026 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** 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.