Computer Engineering, Science, and Technology (Virtual) | Spain, Europe

IE3 Global partners with well-established companies in Spain that match interns with opportunities to build their professional skill set and experience, while contributing to the needs of their host site abroad.  Each placement is unique, and interns receive support from both IE3 Global and our partners in Spain.

Placements are available in computer engineering, information technology (IT), web design, and other roles related to technical skills.

IE3 Global partners with companies in Spain that match interns with an organization where they can gain professional experience and make a valuable contribution to their company.

Placement options may be available in the following fields:

• Computer Science
• Information Technology
• Computer Engineering
• Web design

Specific tasks and responsibilities are designated by the site supervisor.  Prospective interns are encouraged to keep a flexible mindset, since each placement is unique and dependent on both the skill set, experience, and goals of the candidate, as well as the needs and availability of potential host sites.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND:

• Candidates should have relevant academic experience in the field in which they would like to intern.

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE:

• Candidates should have appropriate academic and/or professional experience in the field in which they would like to intern.
• Experience completing collaborative academic or professional work remotely.

LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Spanish not required for all placements, though it is recommended.  Increased proficiency in Spanish allows for greater professional placement opportunities.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Tech skills and reliable access to computer and internet.
• Ability to work independently and manage time well on a day-to-day basis in a virtual environment.
• High level of: Maturity, personal responsibility, cultural sensitivity, professionalism, independence, demonstrated initiative, independent problem-solving skills, adaptability, and patience.

The program fee is based on the in the total number of work hours and academic credits.  During the application review phase, your Program Coordinator will provide you with an estimated program budget, based on your specific circumstances and internship program. See examples of estimated program fees below.

This internship program ranges from about 150-240 hours over a 6-12 week period.

Quarter Schools

1 undergrad academic credit = 30 total work hours

• 5 credit internship (150 work hours):    $1,590
• 6 credit internship (180 work hours):    $1,908
• 7 credit internship (210 work hours):    $2,226
• 8 credit internship (240 work hours):    $2,544

Semester Schools

1 undergrad academic credit = 45 total work hours

• 4 credit internship (180 work hours):    $1,908
• 5 credit internship (225 work hours):    $2,226

NOTE:

• Internship sites vary in their availability of work hours per week. Most internships can offer between 10-20 hours per week and most students prefer to stay within this range of hours.
• For internships that falls in between the academic credits/work hours model outlined above, the cost will default to the next highest program fee. For example, for a quarter school, an internship totaling 135 work hours will default to the higher cost of a 150 hour internship, $1,590.

Check out pictures from this internship site.