All interns will participate in the International Work Culture Seminars. Designed to help students succeed in their internship but also prepare for their future career, seminar topics will vary and cover soft skills, employer hiring practices, improving professional communication skills, building a professional social media profile, and adapting to work environments. Guest speakers and career-focused field trips and activities will be an important part of the experience.
Internship
Internship
At The Learning Abroad Co., our expert team of advisors is committed to helping you clearly define your objectives for your internship. Whether your internship aligns with your current field of study or explores a new area of interest, we’re here to ensure that it’s a valuable and enriching experience.
We collaborate with a network of regular host companies that we trust and continuously work with. Additionally, we are dedicated to sourcing new host companies tailored to meet your specific requirements and goals.
During your internship, an advisor will hold regular meetings with you to discuss your progress and ensure that your experience is on track. We also maintain close communication with your supervisor at the host company to support your development throughout the internship.
Please note that this is a non-credit based internship. However, credit may be applied if arranged with your home institution prior to starting the program.
To further enhance your professional growth, all interns will participate in our International Work Culture Seminars. These seminars are designed to help you succeed not only in your internship but also in your future career. Topics vary and include essential skills such as employer hiring practices, improving professional communication, building a professional social media profile, and adapting to various work environments. The experience is enriched by guest speakers and career-focused field trips and activities. Some of our seminar offerings include:
- Introduction to Working Culture in Ireland
- Intercultural Communication
- How to Present Your Intern Abroad Experience to Prospective Employers
- Social Media & Me – Understanding the Impact of Your Online Footprint on Your Career
Housing
Housing
Your social and residential experience abroad is just as important as your internship. We understand that to make the most of your short time in residence it is important that you take every opportunity to meet and live with others, we will encourage you to integrate with other international and Irish students and interns.
As a TLAC Student you have the option to live in self-catering house-share accommodation operated by EazyCity. We have several properties in Cork city center and you will share with other Irish and international students and interns.
Amenities:
- Private bedroom in a shared apartment *Shared bedroom with twin beds/double bed available upon request for 2 friends/couple sharing. Limited availability.
- Kitchen/living areas are shared with a maximum of 7 others
- While some apartments are equipped with shared bathrooms, apartment residences with en-suite facilities for those who wish to have their own private bathroom are available at a supplement
- Fully furnished kitchen, a comfortable lounge area, heating, television, laundry facilities and internet access
- EazyCity offers a 24 hour emergency phone number and a full maintenance service
We also offer the opportunity to live with a host family in Cork. This offers a great way to meet and integrate with a local family with the option of having evening meals included. If you would like more information on staying with a host family during your internship please don’t hesitate to contact us!
What is Included
What is Included
- Pre-Departure Support including Internship Goal-Setting
- Visa & Immigration Advising and support
- Arrival Orientation
- Welcome Dinner
- Housing
- Airport Pick-up
- On-site Staff Support
- Regular feedback meetings with The Learning Abroad Co. advisor to track internship goals progress
- 24/7 Emergency Assistance
- International Health Insurance
- Farewell Event
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Excursions and activities
- Health and Safety support
Culture
Culture
Dates & Program Fees
Dates & Program Fees
- Summer 2025 - Session 1
Description Date Application Deadline Friday, February 7th, 2025 Confirmation Deposit Due Friday, March 7th, 2025 Full Program Fee Due/Withdraw Deadline Friday, March 21st, 2025 Pre-departure Orientation: First Week of April, 2025 Final Forms Due Date Monday, April 6th, 2025 Arrive at specified airport/Check into Housing May 15 (Thursday) Orientation (includes Intro to Working Culture seminar), tour of city, and activities May 16 and 17 (Friday and Saturday) OPTIONAL Excursion May 18 (Sunday) Internship Begins May 19 (Monday) Internship Ends July 11 (Friday) Departure Date/Housing Check Out July 12 (Saturday) PLEASE NOTE: Private bedroom in homestay option is available and the total program price will be $4,950 in this case.
Full Payment Due not later than 30 days prior to program start date
Admissions Status: Currently Accepting ApplicationExtra Costs & Living Expenses
At The Learning Abroad Co. we want you to be fully prepared so here below we have outlined any extra costs and estimated living expenses per semester.
Housing Security Deposit (refundable upon departure) – $200 approx.
Clothes, Laundry etc – $300 approx.
Food – $750 approx.
Personal Travel within Ireland – $200 approx. - Summer 2025 - Session 2
Description Date Application Deadline Friday, March 7, 2025 Confirmation Deposit Due Friday, March 21, 2025 Full Program Fee Due/Withdraw Deadline: Friday, April 11, 2025 Pre-departure Orientation Last Week of April Final Forms Due Monday, May 12, 2025 Arrive at specified airport/Check into Housing June 5 (Thursday) Orientation (includes Intro to Working Culture seminar), tour of city, and activities June 6 and 7 (Friday and Saturday) OPTIONAL Excursion June 8 (Sunday) Internship begins June 9 (Monday) Internship Ends August 1 (Friday) Departure Date/Housing Check Out August 2 (Saturday) PLEASE NOTE: Private bedroom in homestay option is available and the total program price will be $4,950 in this case.
Full Payment Due not later than 30 days prior to program start date
Admissions Status: Currently Accepting ApplicationExtra Costs & Living Expenses
At The Learning Abroad Co. we want you to be fully prepared so here below we have outlined any extra costs and estimated living expenses per semester.
Housing Security Deposit (refundable upon departure) – $200 approx.
Clothes, Laundry etc – $300 approx.
Food – $750 approx.
Personal Travel within Ireland – $200 approx.
