Internship
The expert team of advisors at The Learning Abroad Co. will work with you to clearly define your objectives for your internship. The internship can be based on your chosen field of study but can also be in a different field if you wish to explore this.
The Learning Abroad Co. has a number of regular host companies that we work with on an ongoing basis, and we also source new host companies based on a student’s requirements.
At The Learning Abroad Co. advisor on the ground in Italy will hold regular meetings with you (every 2 weeks) to obtain feedback on your internship progress. Meetings will also be held with your supervisor at the host company.
This is a non-credit based internship, but credit may be applied by speaking to your home institution beforehand.
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.
- Week 1: Introduction to Working Culture in Italy
- Week 2: Intercultural Communication
- Week 3: Guest Lecture – Local Italian Business with a focus on Exports & Internationalization
- Week 4: Corporate Social Responsibility
- Week 5: Leadership in Business – The Key Components
- Week 6: Guest Lecture – Social Entrepreneurship
- Week 7: How to Present Your Intern Abroad Experience to Prospective Employers
- Week 8: Social Media & Me – How Your Online Footprint Can Impact Your Future Career
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 Italian 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 Florence city center and you will share with other Italian and international students and interns.
Amenities:
- Single Room (shared apartment) *Single Room ensuite in Student Hotel Florence option also available
- 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 Florence. 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
- 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
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.
Date & Programs 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) 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 – $600 approx.
Personal Travel within Italy – $250 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) 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 – $600 approx.
Personal Travel within Italy – $250 approx.
