CIEE Summer Global Internship Language Immersion in Barcelona, Spain

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Locations: Barcelona, Spain
Program Terms: Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE
Restrictions: U of A applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	U of A Application Deadline	U of A Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Summer	2024	04/01/2024 **	Rolling Admission	05/20/2024	07/13/2024
** If you are applying for an external program, please note the U of A application deadline listed may be different than the external program provider's application deadline.
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Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Study Abroad Advisor:	Bumpers College: Madison Barnes, College of Architecture & Design: Brian Poepsel, College of Education & Health Professions: Madison Barnes, College of Engineering: Madison Barnes, Fulbright College: Katie Sabo, Walton College: Kat Stoddard	Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA:	2.5
Area of Study:	Business (General)	Credit Type:	U of A or Transfer Credit
Language of Instruction:	Spanish	Open to non-U of A students?:	No
Open to Graduate Students?:	No	Housing Options:	Dorm, Homestay
COVID-19 Vaccination:	Vendor strongly recommends (CIEE); https://studyabroad.uark.edu/pandemic-studyabroad/

Program Description:

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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.

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

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Programs : Brochure