Palma de Mallorca, Spain

Summer Global Internship

New for Summer 2025!

Study Program Full-Time Internship

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Dates

May 19 - Jul 12, 2025

8 weeks

Costs

$7,450 See Full Breakdown

Credit

6 semester hours

9 quarter hours

Eligibility

2.5 Overall GPA

Application Deadline

February 1, 2025

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Spend your summer interning abroad in Palma de Mallorca, a dreamy island home to stunning scenery, unique Mediterranean cuisine and traditions, near-constant sunshine, and fascinating natural protected areas. During this eight-week summer internship, you’ll focus your education and skills on tourism, hospitality, business, and social and environmental responsibility. From gaining soft skills – like communication, problem-solving, time management, conflict resolution, creative thinking, and teamwork – to getting an inside look at how a European organization operates, you’re in for a life-changing international internship in Palma.

To complement your experience, you’ll enjoy living with a Mallorquin family, immersing you deeply in the local culture. While living like a local, you’ll adopt a sustainable and socially responsible lifestyle, giving you a unique perspective of and appreciation for island life. This experience will quickly transform you from a tourist into a member of the Mallorquin community, bringing even more value to your time abroad.

When you apply to become a CIEE intern, our staff will work directly with you to match you with an internship opportunity that suits your unique needs and professional goals. While internships are competitive, CIEE will help you navigate the internship interview process to set you up for success. Our staff will offer constructive resume revisions and provide you with the tools to succeed in your interview to ensure you are placed with the right opportunity. Learn more about our personal placement process.

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

From CIEE

Best Viewpoints in Mallorca (by Helin Can)

By CIEE Palma at CIEE

Mallorca, one of the gorgeous Balearic Islands, is a paradise of stunning landscapes, crystal blue waters, and picturesque villages. From dramatic cliffs and lush mountains to serene beaches and charming... keep reading

From CIEE

Discover the Magic of Mediterranean Cuisine in Palma! (by Helin Can)

By CIEE Palma at CIEE

Deciding between programs in Spain? Imagine wandering through sunlit markets, the scent of fresh herbs and citrus in the air, as you immerse yourself in the beautiful culture of Palma... keep reading

From CIEE

Spain Celebrations: Top 5 Holidays in Spain

By College Study Abroad at CIEE

Let’s talk about Spain, where the sun shines brightly, the tapas are endless, the culture is electric, and the celebrations in Spain are plentiful. Whether you’re snacking on late-night churros... 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

Homestays: Students have breakfast and dinner with their host families, and they are responsible for lunch. Students do not typically have access to use the kitchen at the host family home.

Homestay

A student enjoying a meal with their host

Meals

A student helps her host parent with dinner

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.

GPA

2.5

Additional Requirements

Additional visa restrictions may apply and CIEE will advise students as part of the early application process.

Please refer to the detailed Program Essential Eligibility Criteria

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. Your study abroad advisor and CIEE staff can help you understand your course options if you don't see a recommendation that fits your course needs.

Requirements

Students participate in an academic course taught in a hybrid learning environment alongside the eight-week, full-time internship. Participation in the integrated academic course and internship are mandatory for all participants.

Program Credit

Total credit: 6 U.S. semester/9 quarter credits

Course Credit

Internship: 6 U.S. semester/9 quarter credits; 15 integrated academic course hours, 225-300 internship placement hours

Academic Culture

Students are expected to dress and behave professionally throughout their internship project and are subject to the agreed-upon internship protocols arranged by CIEE and the host organizations. The academic course is designed to prepare students for leadership in a globally interdependent and culturally diverse workforce.

Class Format

Students participate in an eight-week CIEE full-time internship and academic course taught in an online learning environment. Class and/or work hours may be scheduled Monday-Friday, and attendance is strictly enforced for all. To avoid falling behind, students should not plan personal travel away from the city during the work week.

Grading

Students will be assessed via assignments and activities related to the academic course, including but not limited to online discussion forums, reflective papers, individual or group presentations, analysis of readings, an internship work plan, and feedback from internship supervisor. Internship supervisors and students each provide written evaluations of progress towards goals.

Language of Instruction

English

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.

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Explore Industry Options

Palma is a top tourist destination, ideal for internships in tourism, hospitality, and business. The city offers opportunities in innovative startups at Parc Bit and international hotel chains. Students can join dynamic, multicultural teams while enjoying the Mediterranean ethos of joy in the workplace.

Business Management and Administration

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Education and Training

Experience international teaching methodologies and curriculum development in classrooms around Jordan, Spain, and more.

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Hospitality and Tourism

Polish your hospitality management skills by studying global tourism practices, customer service excellence, and more.

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Explore internship placements available through this program to find the right fit for your academic and professional goals.


Teaching Intern Summer 2025 Teaching Intern Palma de Mallorca, Spain Job Type Education Company Industry Education and Training About the Role This is a smal, close-knit, Catholic school which runs from pre-school to high school (ages 3 to 16 years). It has extense experience in working with CIEE interns. Your role during your internship will be as a teacher's assistant with a focus on the English classes, while also pasticipating in the school's faculty metings, school courtyard duty and other activities related to school life. You will be a representative of the culture from the United States, encouraging the students to only speak English with you. At the end of the school year (mid June) you will focus on the Summer School where fun and cultural activities take place. As a teacher's assistant you will learn and develop pegadogical and social skills to run a successful classroom. About the Company This educational institution is known for its commitment to providing a comprehensive and inclusive education. It offers a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to develop both academically and personally. The school emphasizes values such as respect, responsibility, and community involvement, fostering a supportive atmosphere for all its students. With a dedicated team of educators, it aims to inspire lifelong learning and prepare students for future challenges. The institution also boasts modern facilities and a variety of extracurricular activities, ensuring a well-rounded experience for its attendees. Interested in an internship like this one? Apply to this program to have access to an internship like this. Apply on MyCIEE	Education and Training	Education
Hotel Administration and Purchases Intern Summer 2025 Hotel Administration and Purchases Intern Palma de Mallorca, Spain Job Type Hospitality Company Industry Hospitality and Tourism About the Role This internship enjoys the enormous advantage of having a seasoned tutor who has collaborated with CIEE since 2008. By his side, students will learn tasks related to HR and administration, financial controller or sales systems. Working in a hospitality environment in direct contact with day-to-day back-office tasks and collaborating cross-departmentally inside of the hotel, gaining a comprehensive overview of the hotel’s functioning. This opportunity will help students to develop their interpersonal and soft skills. About the Company This modern and stylish hotel, located just a short walk from a beautiful beach, offers a perfect retreat for both relaxation and adventure. Guests can unwind in the spacious, well-appointed rooms, many of which feature private balconies with stunning views. The hotel boasts a range of amenities, including a large outdoor pool, a spa and wellness center, and a fitness facility. Dining options are plentiful, with a buffet restaurant serving a variety of international and local dishes, and a poolside bar for refreshing drinks and snacks. The friendly and attentive staff are dedicated to ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all visitors. With its convenient location, it provides easy access to the beach, local shops, and vibrant nightlife, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking both comfort and convenience. Interested in an internship like this one? Apply to this program to have access to an internship like this. Apply on MyCIEE	Hospitality and Tourism	Hospitality
Kitchen Intern Summer 2025 Kitchen Intern Palma de Mallorca, Spain Job Type Hospitality Company Industry Hospitality and Tourism About the Role In this role you can expect to learn in a professional kitchen, exposed to a fast-paced and stimulating work environment with good opportunities to learn and develop your skills. You can also expect to be involved in all areas of kitchen operations (hot kitchen / cold kitchen / production), from food preparation and cooking to cleaning and organizing the work environment. Interns will always be under the supervision of experienced professionals, contributing to creating delicious and creative meals for our customers. About the Company This charming boutique hotel, situated by the picturesque harbor, offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and traditional Mediterranean style. Guests can enjoy stunning sea views from their rooms, relax by the outdoor pool, or indulge in the exquisite cuisine at the on-site restaurant. The establishment is renowned for its warm hospitality and personalized service, ensuring a memorable stay for every visitor. With its prime location, it provides easy access to local attractions, making it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. Interested in an internship like this one? Apply to this program to have access to an internship like this. Apply on MyCIEE	Hospitality and Tourism	Hospitality
Receptionist Intern Summer 2025 Receptionist Intern Palma de Mallorca, Spain Job Type Hospitality Company Industry Hospitality and Tourism About the Role Working in a 4 star sea-front hotel you will plan and complete work in reception (check-in, room allocation, cash work). Learn and collaborate with marketing and gain product knowledge and sales of hotel services. Work with guest services, practicing service and reception of different client groups and their various needs in different situations, and managing the positive and negative reactions from clients. Gain a sustainable and international perspective of the professional work in a hotel. Develop your organizational skills and teamwork, and widen your social skills such as cooperativeness, sense of responsibility, power of initiative and capacity for problem solving. About the Company This charming boutique hotel, situated by the picturesque harbor, offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and traditional Mediterranean style. Guests can enjoy stunning sea views from their rooms, relax by the outdoor pool, or indulge in the exquisite cuisine at the on-site restaurant. The establishment is renowned for its warm hospitality and personalized service, ensuring a memorable stay for every visitor. With its prime location, it provides easy access to local attractions, making it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. Interested in an internship like this one? Apply to this program to have access to an internship like this. Apply on MyCIEE	Hospitality and Tourism	Hospitality
Restaurant Intern Summer 2025 Restaurant Intern Palma de Mallorca, Spain Job Type Hospitality Company Industry Hospitality and Tourism About the Role Working in the restaurant of a 4-star hotel you will plan and complete work in the bar and restaurant area (beverage-serving, serving and plating food), table settings in the dining room with special cutlery for different types of menus, trends and concepts for table setting and serving. Work with guest services (guest treatment of different guest groups and their various needs in different situations). Students will work in a team and learn about the organisation in the bar and restaurant area in a hotel. On top you will train and develop social skills such as cooperativeness, sense of responsibility, power of initiative and capacity for problem solving, while gaining a sustainable and international perspective of the professional work in a hotel in the bar and restaurant area. About the Company This charming boutique hotel, situated by the picturesque harbor, offers a perfect blend of modern comfort and traditional Mediterranean style. Guests can enjoy stunning sea views from their rooms, relax by the outdoor pool, or indulge in the exquisite cuisine at the on-site restaurant. The establishment is renowned for its warm hospitality and personalized service, ensuring a memorable stay for every visitor. With its prime location, it provides easy access to local attractions, making it an ideal choice for both leisure and business travelers. Interested in an internship like this one? Apply to this program to have access to an internship like this. Apply on MyCIEE	Hospitality and Tourism	Hospitality
Winery Intern Summer 2025 Winery Intern Palma de Mallorca, Spain Job Type Hospitality Company Industry Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources About the Role This winery was founded in 1856, they grow excluselivelly mallorcan vines and thive for excelling wines which have already won numerous prices. CIEE Palma collaborates with this winery since 2008, as we visit it as part of our course Mediterranean Cuisine in Spain. Your tasks at the winery will be guiding visits through the vine fields and premises of the winery, explaining the production process. Also, you will conduct wine tastings and be envolved in sales. You will be able to develop social and soft skills, in addition to gaining field related knowledge and learn first hand how a winery is managed. About the Company This winery, located in Santa María del Camí on the island of Mallorca, has a rich history dating back to 1856. It is renowned for producing high-quality wines from meticulously selected Mallorcan vines. The winery combines modern technology with traditional methods to create wines that reflect the unique characteristics of the local terroir. With 120 hectares of vineyards, it produces a variety of wines, including red, white, and rosé, many of which are exported internationally. Interested in an internship like this one? Apply to this program to have access to an internship like this. Apply on MyCIEE	Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources	Hospitality

Disclaimer: Internship placements are subject to availability and host employer hiring discretion. Application and payment of CIEE fees does not guarantee specific placement. This internship listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party.

Scholarships & Grants

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
CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
MSI Grant
CIEE STEM Scholarship
Trailblazer Grant

To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application.

Learn more about scholarships

Dates & Fees

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.

Program	Application Due	Start Date	End Date	Fees & Housing
Program Summer 2025 8 weeks	February 1, 2025	Start Date May 19, 2025	End Date July 12, 2025	Fees & Housing $7,450

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.

Program Fees

CIEE 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 protection with benefits.

Participation Confirmation = $300

Educational Costs = $3,950^*

Housing = $3,000^**

Insurance = $200

Total Fees = $7,450

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Meals not included in program fee = $560^†

International Airfare = $1,000^††

Local Transportation = $244^†††

Personal expenses = $180^††††

Total Costs = $1,984

Financial Aid

CIEE 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.

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^*direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students

^**Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.

^†The listed estimated cost is for students in homestays. Families provide 2 meals (breakfast and dinner) and students purchase lunch (there isn’t usually access to a kitchen).

^††Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure

^†††8 bus passes = 80 trips (16$*8 - to commute to the internship, go to the beach or move around Palma) + 2 round trips to airport (9$*4) + 8 round trips to explore the island (5$*16)

^††††$100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries

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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Summer Global Internship

Dates

Costs

Credit

Eligibility

Application Deadline

Unique Experiences

Experience Saint John's Night

Experience Palma's nightlife and tapas

Enjoy Mallorca's white and turquoise beaches

1,800+

15+ M

70+

Your Destination

The Culture

Excursions & Activities

Program Blogs

Housing & Meals

Housing

Meals

Academics

GPA

Additional Requirements

Requirements

Program Credit

Course Credit

Academic Culture

Class Format

Grading

Language of Instruction

Course Information

Discover Internship Opportunities

Explore Industry Options

Business Management and Administration

Education and Training

Hospitality and Tourism

Browse Internship Opportunities

Scholarships & Grants

Dates & Fees

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Fees & Housing

Program Fees

Estimated Costs

Financial Aid

What's Included

Tuition

Housing

Pre-departure Advising

Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet

Orientation

On-site Staff

Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities

Excursions and/or Study Tours

Travel Protection

24/7 emergency on-site support

Our Staff

Center Director

Program Coordinator

Get Started

Utilize the Internship Search Tool

Start a Program Application

Connect With Your Campus Study Abroad Office

Contact CIEE

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