Internship in
Valencia
Madrid is Spain’s capital and largest city, a hub for finance, corporate headquarters, startups, media and tourism.
AIP
AIP
Country
Spain
Local time--:--Length6 to 24 weeks
StartsAll year
From
$2,850
Explorer · 6 weeks
At a glance
The short answers
Checked by the Asia Internship Program admissions team
Can I intern in Madrid?
Possibly. Most placements in Spain are in Valencia or Barcelona, and Madrid is possible depending on your field. Programs run 6 to 24 weeks and can start any time of year.
How much does it cost?
Programs in Spain start from $2,850 (Explorer · 6 weeks). See the full price tables on the Spain page.
Where will I live in Madrid?
Furnished housing near your workplace is included on Traveler (Standard: your own bedroom in an apartment shared with other interns, with a same-gender apartment on request) and Pioneer (Premium: a private apartment to yourself, with your own bedroom and bathroom and a shared kitchen). Explorer interns choose where they live. Housing in Spain.
Do I need a visa?
Visa assistance is included in every program. We confirm your visa route before you pay the deposit and prepare the documents your embassy asks for.
What it is like to intern here
Madrid Overview
Madrid is Spain’s capital and its largest city, and the center of the country’s government, finance and corporate life. Many of Spain’s largest companies and banks are based in or around the city, alongside international firms, startups and media groups.
The city is lively and social, with long working lunches and late evenings. It has a large metro and commuter rail network, and high-speed trains link Madrid with Barcelona, Valencia, Seville and other cities in a few hours.
Internship Opportunities in Madrid
Internship opportunities in Madrid include finance and banking, consulting, marketing and communications, technology and startups, media, tourism and international business. International teams and clients mean English is often used alongside Spanish, especially in marketing, business development and research roles.
Interns who speak some Spanish will find more doors open, and daily contact with colleagues is a good way to improve it. Most of our placements in Spain are in Valencia and Barcelona. Madrid is possible depending on your field and the host companies available at the time.
Madrid Attractions
Outside work, Madrid offers museums such as the Prado and the Reina Sofía, the green space of Retiro Park, the shops and theaters of Gran Vía, and a tapas culture that turns dinner into an evening out.
Toledo, Segovia and Ávila are easy day trips by train, which makes Madrid a convenient base for exploring central Spain.
Museums and Retiro Park
The Prado and the Reina Sofía have free entry at set evening hours, and Retiro Park is a short walk away for a run or a picnic.
Tapas in La Latina
Sunday at El Rastro market, tapas along Cava Baja in La Latina and late dinners in Malasaña.
Day trips by fast train
Toledo and Segovia are about half an hour away by fast train, and Valencia and Barcelona are a few hours away.
Your internship experience
Build your professional network
Meet colleagues, managers and other interns from different countries and industries. These connections can lead to references, advice and future job opportunities.
Sharpen your skills in a real job
Work to real deadlines and standards in an international company. You improve how you plan, communicate and deliver, and get feedback that helps you grow.
Understand international business
See how companies work with clients, suppliers and teams across borders. That experience is useful wherever you build your career.
Plan your move
Housing, visa and prices
These are the same across the country, so they're on the country page.
HousingWhere you will liveFurnished housing near your workplace on Traveler and Pioneer, with photos of what to expect.See housingVisaWhat you need to enterVisa routes depend on your nationality and stay. Our team guides you through each step.See visa infoPricesWhat it costsFull price tables by program and length. You pay a deposit only once you're accepted.See prices
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