
Internships in Spain
Explore dynamic internships in the exciting cities of Madrid and Barcelona, offering hands-on experience in various industries. Immerse yourself in Spanish culture while gaining valuable professional skills.
Key information
Internship provider: Absolute Internship
Location: Barcelona or Madrid, Spain
Dates: 3 July – 30 July 2026 or 19 June - 30 July, 2026
Duration: 4 or 6 weeks
Academic credit: International Internship Unit 12.5 CP or other course-related experiential units
Program cost:
- EUR€3,600 - approx. A$6,400 (4-week program)
- EUR€4,549 - approx. A$8,100 (6-week program)
Inclusions and exclusions can be found below.
Maxiumum number of applicants: 20
Funding:
- A$4,122 or A$8,245 OS-HELP Loans available for eligible students
Application deadline:
- 19 February 2026 (6-week program)
- 5 March 2026 (4-week program)
Overview
Embark on an exciting internship journey in Madrid, where you'll dive into the heart of Spanish culture while honing your skills in your chosen field. Join us for an unforgettable experience of learning and growth.
Study areas
Undergraduate
- Animation
- Business (availability in most areas)
- Computer Science (limited availability in most majors)
- Design (Architecture, Communication Design, Interior Architecture, Fashion, Limited: UX Interaction Design)
- Engineering (Limited availability in Architectural, Biomedical, Mechanical, Robotics and Mechatronics and Software Engineering)
- Law (Limited availability and competitive)
- Media and Communication (availability in most areas)
- Science (limited availability in Environmental Science and Biotechnology, no other majors available)
- Health (limited availability in Health Promotion, Biomedical Science, Clinical Technologies, Exercise and Sport Science and Psychological Science)
Important note: These study areas are just a guide, and the availability of relevant internships depends on many individual factors. Sourcing internships for some study areas and majors may be more challenging than others. If your study area is not listed here, but you are interested in this destination, please let us know and we can confirm with the internship provider.
Note for postgraduate students: Unfortunately, internships are not available for postgraduate students unless they have a course-specific project unit on the study plan that can be used for internship experience, given the niche and specific nature of courses and study areas. Postgraduate students should inquire with Swinburne Abroad's Overseas Internships Advisor before applying for a program to confirm availability.
Eligibility
Specific eligibility requirements depend on the academic unit being utilised, but all students must meet the minimum program eligibility criteria:
Undergraduate
- Completing an undergraduate course in the study areas listed above
- Completed at least 100 CP (8 units) if you intend to use a course-specific unit or 150 CP (12 units) if you intend to use the international internship unit
- Have an average weighted mark of at least 60% (or satisfy additional eligibility criteria if the mark is between 50-60%)
- Have available space in your course for the applicable academic unit (domestic students may be able to overload their degree)
![Sunset view of Gran Via in Madrid [jpg] Gran Via in Madrid, Spain in the sunset](/content/dam/media/place/Sunset-view-of-Gran-Via-in-Madrid.jpg/_jcr_content/renditions/cq5dam.web.3840.2160.jpeg)
Gran Via in Madrid, Spain during the sunset
Program cost
- EUR 3,600 approx. A$6,400 (4-week program)
- EUR 4,549, approx. A$ 8,100 (6-week program)
Inclusions
- Housing (single occupancy
- Airport Pickup
- Welcome Weekend
- Orientation
- Transportation card for 1 month
- Welcome Pack
- Career Development Workshops
- Farewell Event
- 24/7 onsite support
- Swinburne travel and medical insurance
Exclusions
- Academic tuition fees associated with the selected unit for the internship
- Visa expenses
- Airfares
- Daily living expenses
Funding
Funding your overseas journey may be easier than you think
OS-HELP Loan
Eligible Australian students can apply for an Australian Government OS-HELP Loan of A$4,122 or A$8,245 to help cover costs associated with your overseas program.
For more information on funding and eligibility, see Fee Help and Scholarships.
Application
Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis, with places (and scholarships) allocated to the first students to complete a full application and meet eligibility criteria.
Note: You can only submit an application for one overseas internship program per application cycle.
Final deadline for applications:
- 19 February 2026 for 6-week program
- 5 March 2026 for 4-week program
Information sessions
Find out more about the program at one of our upcoming info sessions.