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Beginner Spanish Internships Abroad

A guaranteed placement, contracted before you arrive. Your own room in a city-center apartment is included.

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Countries
Spain, Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay and Mexico

Is This Program Right For You?

It tends to be a strong fit if you can answer yes to most of these:

  • Are you an independent-minded individual?
  • Will you be 18 years of age or older by the time you begin your program?
  • Do you speak fluent English (This program is open to candidates worldwide)?
  • Do you desire the opportunity to live and work alongside local people abroad?
  • Are you flexible and open to situations outside of your comfort zone (i.e. public transportation, new environment, different customs, etc.)?
  • Are you looking for a program duration between 1 and 6 months?

Good to Know

For many programs, Spanish skills are required (at least a low-intermediate level), but placements can be found in some sectors for complete beginners (e.g. Teaching English). Certain fields may have specific requirements for prior experience or studies.

Good to Know

What you need before you apply.

  • For many programs, Spanish skills are required (at least a low-intermediate level), but placements can be found in some sectors for complete beginners (e.g. Teaching English). Certain fields may have specific requirements for prior experience or studies.

An advisor answers your questions about placements, housing and costs, and helps you choose a city and a start date.

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  • No commitment

Support Before and During Your Program

English-speaking Adelante staff are on the ground where you’ll be. You meet them in your first week, and you can reach them day and evening.

  • Adelante Coordinators

    In-country coordinators available throughout your program to help with any issues that arise

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Health & Safety, 24/7 Support

  • A Pre-Departure Orientation Packet with safety guidance, emergency contacts and practical information about living and working abroad
  • In-country coordinators available throughout your program to help with any issues that arise
  • Emergency contact information before you leave, and for the whole program
  • Safe housing, arranged before you arrive
  • Regular check-ins from Adelante throughout your program

Our team is available 24/7 for emergencies, and we encourage you to be as independent as you can: getting yourself through the challenges of a new place is part of the growth.

Program Details

  • Beginner Spanish Internship Field Options

    Teaching English Candidates wishing to teach English can choose from Madrid, Barcelona, or Seville in Spain, or Viña del Mar, Chile, Oaxaca, Mexico or Montevideo, Uruguay. This is also a great option for anyone with short-term availability as programs can be anywhere from 1-6 months. Social Media For anyone interested in researching, writing and photographing local entertainment venues, tourist attractions and social events, this internship is a very exciting opportunity. Create content for an English-language website for a company based in California. This internship is available in either Madrid or Barcelona. Programs are from 2-6 months. Working with Children Another option for those with no or little Spanish is to work with children. This could be volunteering at an orphanage in Mexico, working with street kids in Chile or interning with immigrant minority groups in Spain. Programs are from 2-6 months.

    Beginner Spanish Internship Field Options

    Spain, Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay and Mexico

    Teaching English

    Candidates wishing to teach English can choose from Madrid, Barcelona, or Seville in Spain, or Viña del Mar, Chile, Oaxaca, Mexico or Montevideo, Uruguay. This is also a great option for anyone with short-term availability as programs can be anywhere from 1-6 months.

    Social Media

    For anyone interested in researching, writing and photographing local entertainment venues, tourist attractions and social events, this internship is a very exciting opportunity. Create content for an English-language website for a company based in California. This internship is available in either Madrid or Barcelona. Programs are from 2-6 months.

    Working with Children

    Another option for those with no or little Spanish is to work with children. This could be volunteering at an orphanage in Mexico, working with street kids in Chile or interning with immigrant minority groups in Spain. Programs are from 2-6 months.

  • Application Process

    The application deadline is 60-90 days prior to your chosen start date. Late applications are accepted on a case by case basis and are subject to a $250 late fee.

    Application Process

    Spain, Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay and Mexico

    The application deadline is 60-90 days prior to your chosen start date.

    Late applications are accepted on a case by case basis and are subject to a $250 late fee.

  • Academic Credit

    Many students are able to earn academic credit through their home university while participating in an internship through Adelante Abroad. We recommend checking with your study abroad office or academic advisor for specific requirements and how credits will transfer.

    Academic Credit

    Spain, Chile, Ecuador, Uruguay and Mexico

    Many students are able to earn academic credit through their home university while participating in an internship through Adelante Abroad. We recommend checking with your study abroad office or academic advisor for specific requirements and how credits will transfer.

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Program Pricing

Housing is included in every price. Applying is free, and a $325 confirmation fee holds your spot once you’re accepted.

Every Adelante Program Includes

  • Affordable ProgramsAmong the most affordable programs you’ll find.
  • Centralized AccommodationsYour own room in a shared city-center apartment.
  • Guaranteed, Contracted Internship PlacementA signed contract from your host organization before you arrive.
  • Customized Program BuildingBuilt around your background, interests and Spanish level.
  • Guided Reflection ExercisesTurn your time abroad into resume and interview language.
  • Academic Credit SupportFull documentation for your home institution.
  • Housing included
  • Applying is free. A $325 confirmation fee holds your spot once you’re accepted.

Program fees depend on the destination you choose.

Financial aid and scholarships from your university can often go toward a program abroad. Ask your financial aid office what carries over.

How the Application Works

  1. Up Next

    Apply Online

    Free, and it takes a few minutes. Eligible candidates get a link to book their free consultation.

  2. Free Consultation

    A call with an advisor by phone or Google Meet about your background, interests, Spanish level and goals. Results come by email in real time or within 1–2 business days, with an acceptance letter and clear next steps.

  3. Confirm and Prepare

    Confirm your spot within one week of acceptance with a $325 confirmation fee. A second interview, your full placement details and a pre-departure packet follow.

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What you’ll talk about

  • Your background
  • Your interests
  • Your Spanish level
  • Your goals

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