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Locations: Madrid, Spain
Program Terms: Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE
Restrictions: UNT applicants only

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	09/15/2026 **	Rolling Admission	01/05/2027	03/28/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete Pre-Departure / Post-Decision Phase materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Indicates that deadline has passed

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Click here for a definition of this term Academic Level:	Undergraduate	Program Type:	Affiliated, Internship
Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA Requirement:	2.5	Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options:	Apartment, Homestay w/Family
Click here for a definition of this term Program Features:	Semester Internship + Study Abroad	Click here for a definition of this term Classification:	Undergraduates Sophomore and Above
Minimum Age Requirement:	18 years of age by the time of departure	Click here for a definition of this term Fields of Study:	Agriculture, Art History, Economics, Management, Sociology
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English, Spanish	Program Contact in SAO:	Mr. Dave Kilough (David.Kilough@unt.edu)

Program Description:

Semester Intern + Study Abroad

Madrid, Spain

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Program Overview

Your CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad program in Madrid lasts 12 weeks and features three key components: A part-time internship with an international organization (approximately 20 hours per week), an internship seminar, and two elective courses taught by CIEE faculty or online through CIEE’s global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while building career skills, expanding your professional network, and immersing yourself in Spanish culture. Live, learn, and work in Madrid!

Unique Experiences

Support recruitments, onboarding, and employee relations

on an HR team in the restaurant industry

Craft captivating and informative videos

for a dynamic educational group

Maintain a website and support IT

for a Spanish language school

Learn More About Madrid

Your Destination

Madrid is Spain’s 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 Sofía, the city offers endless opportunities for exploration. Whether you’re 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.

Housing

CIEE Madrid offers diverse housing options to maximize your study abroad experience, including homestays, student residence halls, or shared apartments. Housing is typically situated in well-connected residential neighborhoods or nearby suburbs outside the city center with access to public transportation, local shops, and daily amenities, allowing students to experience everyday life in one of Europe’s largest capital cities. All housing options are located near supermarkets, restaurants, gyms, and public transport and provide the convenience of urban living.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

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 CIEE Madrid or online courses delivered by CIEE’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.

Activities

CIEE’s 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 Alcalá 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 CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Madrid: Study in the historic center of Spain’s capital near Puerta de Sol, conveniently located near shops, cafés, tapas bars, theaters, museums, copy centers, and metro stations. CIEE Madrid features five classrooms, a student lounge, an academic advising office, and a student life office.

Arizona State University (ASU): Brought to you by CIEE 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 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

Internships

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.

Industry options include:

Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Arts, Audio/Video Technology and Communications
Education and Training

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Learn More About Scholarships

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 Protection included

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