Internships for Alicante, Spain
USAC internships abroad are a great way to enhance your educational experience. Participating in a structured work or research experience with an international organization, whether in-person or virtually, will help you gain valuable skills and hands-on experience while expanding your professional network and immersing yourself in the workplace culture of Spain.
A $985 internship placement fee will be required of all students participating in an in-person USAC internship. This fee helps offset the costs of securing quality internship placements and helps provide a range of professional development activities, including an online internship seminar, career workshops, and panel discussions.
For more information on eligibility requirements and application process see the USAC internship page.
Virtual placements are offered through USAC’s virtual internship program. For more information about the program, see the virtual internships page.
Internship placements in Alicante require six semesters of college Spanish unless otherwise noted
*Placement with a particular internship provider is not guaranteed
Placements available in the following fields:
Digital Marketing and Social Media Management
Arts and Culture
An archeology museum that is committed to the renewal of the traditional exhibition system, understood as a collection of properly classified and cataloged finds from Prehistory, Iberian Culture, Roman Culture and the Middle Ages as well as archaeology methods in the Field Archeology Room, the Urban Archeology Room, and the Underwater Archeology Room.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester
- Requirements: Six semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Observe and assist with museum operations and administration
- Assist in developing promotional materials
- Develop communications strategies and projects
Business
A university language center offering online and in-person courses in a number of European languages, including English, as well as exam preparation, translation services, and cultural activities.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester
- Requirements: Six semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Observe and participate in the operations and management of the translation office
- Assist with office administration
- Project management, including working with a team of translators and developing budgets for clients
- Client communications
Business
A luxury golf resort, hotel, and spa located just blocks from the sea and in close proximity to some of Alicante’s most popular attractions.
- Format/Terms available: In-person | Semester
- Requirements: Four semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Assist in hotel management
- Observe and assist in hotel operations, including customer service and administrative and front desk support, and special projects and event planning depending on language proficiency level and previous experience.
Business
A seaside luxury hotel featuring views of the Bay of Alicante and the famous Santa Bárbara Castle.
- Format/Terms available: In-person | Semester
- Requirements: Four semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Assist in hotel management
- Observe and assist in hotel operations, including customer service and administrative and front desk support, and special projects and event planning depending on language proficiency level and previous experience.
Computer Science and IT
A university IT office providing web and desktop support for university staff, faculty, and facilities.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester, Virtual | Summer, Semester
- Requirements: Four semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent. Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Web Accessibility.
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- IT support work
- Assist the webmaster with development projects
Digital Marketing and Social Media Management
A university language center offering online and in-person courses in a number of European languages, including English, as well as exam preparation, translation services, and cultural activities.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester, Virtual | Summer, Semester
- Requirements: Four semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Analysis of digital marketing tools and SEO strategies
- Organize and participate in digital events
- Develop a digital marketing strategy including adding additional marketing channels and platforms
- Preparation of materials for social media marketing campaigns
- Translation and updating of marketing materials for the American market
English-Language Instruction
A university language center offering online and in-person courses in a number of European languages, including English, as well as exam preparation, translation services, and cultural activities.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester, Virtual | Semester
- Requirements: Four semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Observe and assist in the English classes with the supervision of a professor
- Plan and offer small group conversation classes and individual tutoring
English-Language Instruction
An international high school offering flexible, multilingual programs designed to
provide students with advanced language and cultural skills to engage with the global community.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester, Virtual | Semester
- Requirements: Six semesters of college-level Spanish, or equivalent
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Teach 55 minute-classes as the only instructor in the classroom
- Create teaching materials with support and guidance
Journalism and Communications
A municipal radio station located in San Vincente broadcasting a variety of local, national, and global news.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester
- Requirements: High advanced Spanish proficiency and previous journalism experience required for journalism roles. Six semesters of college-level Spanish required for technical roles
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Assist with production and technical operations
- Assist journalists or producers in developing content for broadcast
Journalism and Communications
A television channel broadcasting a variety of local, national, and global news as well as programming focusing on sports, the economy, option, culture, and lifestyle and leisure.
- Format/Terms available: In-Person | Semester
- Requirements: High advanced Spanish proficiency and previous journalism experience required for journalism roles. Six semesters of college Spanish required for technical roles.
- Sample Work Responsibilities
- Assist with production and technical operations
- Assist journalists or producers in developing content for broadcast