Information for term Summer Global Internship Language Immersion
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenGet hands-on international experience that will give you an edge after graduation in Seville, commercial hub of the Andalusian region. With a location that makes it easy to learn about Spanish, European, and even North African business, sunny Seville is warm, welcoming, and brimming with well-preserved history.
Unique Experiences
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EARN CREDIT
and valuable international experience by working and learning at a Spanish or European company.
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LIVE WITH A SPANISH FAMILY
at their Seville home - the ultimate way to absorb as much language and culture as you can.
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DEVELOP SKILLS
you’ll need after college, including public speaking, business writing, and Spanish language.
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UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES IN OLD TOWN
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MILES FROM THE OCEAN
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HOURS OF SUN PER YEAR
2918
Location & Culture
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Your Destination
The capital of Spain’s Andalusia region, Seville has mastered the delicate balance of preserving its magnificent past and offering the conveniences of a modern commercial hub. It’s the birthplace of Baroque painter Velazquez, celebrated sculptor La Roldana, and the city where Ferdinand and Isabella ruled Spain in the late 15th century – not to mention home of the ingenious barber of Seville and tempestuous Carmen. For a city of about 700,000, Seville offers a rich array of cultural activities that include flamenco to classical, pop, and jazz concerts.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Explore beyond Seville with day trips to locations such as Cádiz, Carmona, or Málaga.
- See iconic places like Parque de María Luisa, The Alcazar, The Giralda, Plaza de España, and Hospital de los Venerables, and so many more.
- Try your hand at cooking local specialties – tapas anyone?
- Socialize and practice language with Spanish students with a conversation exchange program.
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 NGOs, where you’ll spend 100-120 hours interning, gaining hands-on professional experience and practicing your Spanish language skills.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Homestays: Most students choose to live with a Spanish-speaking family. Homestays generally are limited to one student per household; however, we can usually accommodate requests to be placed with another student - subject to approval from the study abroad office. Each student will have his/her own bedroom, and weekly cleaning, laundry and Internet are provided. Students usually walk or ride rented bikes but may also be able to take public transportation when available; average commute to classes is 20-30 minutes.
Residence Halls: Students have individual bedrooms with bathroom, kitchen, Internet, and weekly cleaning and linen service. Halls have common spaces, and students can opt to pay for meal plans, laundry, gym and pool services and more. Students should expect a 20-40-minute commute, riding a rented bike or city bus.
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MEALS
Homestay: Three meals per day are provided by the host.
Residence Halls: Meals are not included. Students can opt into a meal plan.
Seville, Spain Where You'll Study
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CIEE SEVILLE
In the city center, about a 30-minute commute from residence halls.
Academics
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This program is designed to help students expand their business vocabulary, immerse themselves linguistically and professionally in a new culture, and gain practical experience on the job. Upon completing a two week Spanish language concentrated session to build vocabulary and conversational skills, program participants begin an internship of 100-120 hours of on-site work combined with one-day per week oral proficiency language class . While the internship is considered part-time by academic standards, students will feel like a full-time intern during the second half of the program, with hands-on internship work. The internship is complemented by a research project, and weekly seminars on topics such as public speaking and leadership.
Intern in a Spanish company: help improve logistics and customer relations, build finance reports in Excel, analyze competitors, develop marketing plans, audit local Andalusian companies and more.
The internship selection process takes into account the student’s language ability, job skills, background and professional attitude. Student’s internship placements will be confirmed in advance of travelling. Because Spanish firms make final selections, internships in a particular company are not guaranteed. Students have interned for organizations like Biomedal, Simetrycal, Wellness Telecom, Onyx, Glumping Hub, EPES 061, CyO Arquitectos and Telefónica – Andalucia Open Future, as well as smaller firms and companies.
CIEE Seville site: our home is a beautifully renovated palace, originally built in 1725, close to the Royal Alcazar palace, and a 10-minute walk from the Universidad de Seville. CIEE Seville includes classrooms, a computer room, student services and the Language Resource Center.
Prior to departure for Seville, all program participants take a CIEE Seville online placement exam (OLPT). Results provide onsite language instructors with additional information about student’s linguistic skills and background.
Students agree to speak only Spanish to encourage language and cultural acquisition.
GPA
2.5
Language Prerequisites
4 semesters of college-level Spanish (or equivalent)
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Program Requirements
- One Internship Seminar course
- One Advanced Spanish language course
Program Credit
Total credit: 6 U.S. semester/9 quarter credits per session
Course Credit
- CIEE courses: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 45 contact hours
- CIEE Internship: 3 U.S. semester/4.5 quarter credits; 15 seminar hours, 100 internship placement hours
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Academic Culture
Class attendance is mandatory, and students are expected to participate, and complete work and exams as scheduled.
Class Format
CIEE courses are open only to CIEE students. Courses are taught by professionals from the business community and the CIEE Seville site.
Grading
Final grades for the Internship program are based on the: Completion of 100-120 work hours. An evaluation by the internship sponsor. Seminar attendance and participation. Professional journal, report, and presentation.
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Language of Instruction
Spanish
Individual courses may have additional prerequisites; for CIEE courses, these are listed in the syllabi below. Students are responsible for having their own course approval conversations with their advisors.
Courses
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Summer 2021 CIEE Courses
Click to OpenNote: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE 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 CIEE's Open Campus Network and that are offered at multiple CIEE Centers.
Scholarships
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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
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
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End Date |
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| Summer 2021 8 weeks | Deadline Passed | May 17, 2021 | Jul 10, 2021 |
$6,350
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Program FeesCIEE 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 CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $4,283 Housing = $1,600 ** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $6,350Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $750 † International Airfare = $1,100 †† Local Transportation = $50 Books & Supplies = $30 Visa Fees = $0 Personal expenses = $400 Other = $160 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $2,490Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required by their US home institution to study abroad via CIEE's School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * Non-refundable ** includes three meals daily for students choosing to live in a Spanish homestay. Meals and laundry are at the students’ expense for those participants choosing to live in a residence hall † only for students who choose the residencia housing option as homestays include breakfast, lunch and dinner per day (7 days a week) †† Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† Covid Test to enter the US |
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 CIEE's School of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
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What's Included
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Our Staff
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Francisco Diez
Director, Seville
Francisco Diez is the Director of CIEE Seville. He holds a B.A in English Studies from the Universidad de Alicante (Alicante, Spain), a M.A in Spanish Studies and Linguistics from Michigan State University (Lansing, MI), and the Management Development Program at Harvard Graduate School of Education.
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Antonio Romero
Internship Coordinator
Originally from the beautiful Sanlúcar de Barrameda, a coastal town in the South of Spain in the province of Cádiz, he moved to Seville to study business administration at Universidad de Sevilla.
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All applicants are highly encouraged to speak with their CIEE Global Internship Advisor prior to the application deadline. Connect early and often. You will learn about the program, the internship placement process, and receive coaching tips on the application process and your resume.
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