Summer Global Internship
New for Summer 2025!
Unique Experiences
Experience Saint John's Night
a typical Mallorquin festivity full of rites and legends connected to ire and demons
Experience Palma's nightlife and tapas
in old downtown every Tuesday at Ruta Martiana with local Spanish students
Enjoy Mallorca's white and turquoise beaches
scattered along 340 miles of coastline; you have nearly 300 to choose from
1,800+
HOLIDAY ACCOMMODATIONS
15+ M
TOURISTS A YEAR (2023)
70+
WINERIES
Your Destination
Founded by the Romans in 123 BC, the city of Palma is a mosaic of cultures and architectural styles. It is small enough to walk and bike everywhere, but with the flare of a modern and cosmopolitan European city.
The port city of Palma is dominated by an impressive Gothic Cathedral, the elegant Moorish Almudaina Palace, and the round Medieval Bellver Castle. Mediterranean in essence, Mallorca’s flavors are found in fresh fruits and vegetables, spices, and fish at the buzzing Mercat de l’Olivar or Santa Catalina market in the trendiest neighborhood of Palma. Art lovers can discover Spain’s contemporary art at Museo Fundación Joan March, Es Baluard Museum, the unique Miró Museum, or the many art galleries scattered around the old town.
Palma is filled with specialty coffee shops, which will delight coffee lovers. For a more traditional experience, visit Can Joan de S’Aigo where, for three centuries, typical savors from the island have been served, like ensaimada, the most international pastry from Mallorca.
CIEE wants all our students to feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to succeed while studying abroad. Local CIEE staff have provided details about conditions and cultural attitudes that students with specific identities might encounter in Palma.
The Culture
Excursions & Activities
- Experience Mediterranean food and culture in the Balearic Islands through a visit to the main food market, and a field trip to a traditional local family-owned winery and vineyards in the island’s countryside
- Go on a guided tour of different art galleries, museums, and outdoor urban art spots to learn about contemporary art and social cultural movements
- Bike along the bay of Palma with other Spanish students, passing in front of the Cathedral, the harbor, along Palma beaches, the old fisherman villages, and ending at the long sand beach of Arenal
- Day trip to Cap de Formentor, a breathtaking viewpoint in the northernmost part of the island, visit Alcudia to wander on top of the old walls of the city, discover the traditional flea markets, and visit Pollentia Roman ruins
- Enjoy the buzzing market of Santanyi, a mix of art, artisanal souvenirs, and fresh local products; soak up the sun on the white beaches of Mondragó Natural Park
Program Blogs
Valldemossa: A Peaceful Town in Mallorca (by Clara Copano)
Nestled in the beautiful Serra de Tramuntana (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Valldemossa is a town that combines history, culture, and natural beauty. From its famous Coca de Patata to its... keep reading
Exploring the Magnificent Cathedral of Palma de Mallorca (by Clara Copano)
The Cathedral of Palma de Mallorca, or La Seu, as it's locally known, is a majestic structure on the Spanish island of Mallorca that offers an awe-inspiring journey through time... keep reading
Mallorca Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know
For students looking for a unique study abroad experience, we have just the thing at CIEE: Island life. And what better place to bask in island life than on Mallorca... keep reading
Housing & Meals
Housing
CIEE Palma offers housing in homestays for optimal cultural and language immersion. Homestays are located within a 30-minute commute of downtown Palma and feature nearby access to public transportation, supermarkets, shops, cafés, and eateries. CIEE workshops meet in the downtown CIEE offices located inside ELE USAL Language institute, roughly a 15-minute walk from the main square in Palma, and a 10-minute walk from the sea.
Standard Housing: Includes a single room at a homestay, with or without another CIEE student. Homestays feature a kitchen, living room, and bathroom shared with a host family. Laundry service and Internet access are provided. All homestays are located within a 30-minute commute of Palma’s main square, and the building where CIEE Palma is situated.
Meals
Students have breakfast and dinner with their host families. They are responsible for lunch. There is a wide range of restaurants and cafés located around the city and the building where classes and internships are offered.
Academics
As a global intern in Palma, you’ll work in a non-paying position within a wide range of opportunities across a diverse set of innovative industries. Extracurricular cultural activities in and around Palma complement your coursework and immerse you in the history and culture of the city.
This eight-week program includes a full-time internship and an integrated academic course.
Internship Opportunities
Gain real-world work experience, grow your professional network, and bolster your resume while interning at human resources organizations, accounting firms, hotels, event planning agencies, and more in Palma. Search here for a more detailed list of internship opportunities.
Business
Business services, business development, recruitment, human resources, operations, accounting, general business, and sales.
Consulting
Human resources, market research, hotels, and finance.
Hospitality, Travel, & Tourism
Hotels, operations, human resources, event planning agencies, travel & tourism companies, food & beverage services, and transportation agencies.
Marketing & Business
Social media, market research, and tourism marketing.
Note: Please keep in mind that securing a spot in any of these opportunities is not automatically guaranteed and depends on availability and the internship host organization's decision. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The internships, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development.
Course Information
Note: 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 Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple CIEE sites.
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
CIEE iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Antonia Ferriol, PhD
CENTER DIRECTOR
Antonia brings a great passion for teaching and a wealth of educational experience, having taught Spanish language, linguistics, literature, and culture at Pennsylvania State University, Middlebury College, Denison University, and...
Clara Copano
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
Clara worked as a Spanish Teacher at the Instituto Cervantes in Munich (Germany) and has over 3 years of experience teaching at University level and project management. She is passionate...
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