If you're on the hunt for an internship, we've got you covered. Start by checking out the following resources:
Please note that it is crucial to check with your academic office regarding the period and duration of time you can intern prior to signing any internship contract. Find the contact information for your academic office below:
For students eager to explore new areas where they lack experience, we recommend the following pre-internship opportunities. These experiences are designed to help you gain valuable insights and build foundational skills in various fields.
(Open to 1st-year single degree and 2nd-year dual degree students)
The Young Corporate Program is one of the most immersive professional experiences offered at IE. If selected, you'll get the chance to collaborate with a leading company for several years, growing alongside your academic journey. The program includes mentoring, job shadowing, internships, and the chance to base your thesis on real-world experience. It offers a structured path into the corporate world, with companies like Deloitte, Telefónica, and Uniqlo.
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(Open to all students, especially aimed at early-year students)
IEU Labs are IE University’s alternative to traditional work placements. They provide hands-on, internship-like experiences on campus to early-year students who wish to start gaining professional practice. There are many IEU Labs for you to choose from. By joining one, you’ll build your professional profile, gain practical knowledge of different sectors, and connect with managers and directors from leading companies to expand your network.
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(Open to 1st-2nd year single degree, 1st-3rd year dual degree students)
The Micro-Internship Program is an innovative initiative that offers students the opportunity to develop valuable skills and competencies by collaborating with small and medium-sized companies on real-world projects. The program runs twice a year, with one intake in winter and another in summer.
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(Open to 1st-2nd year single degree, 1st-3rd year dual degree students)
IE Projects gives you hands-on experience through short-term initiatives with IE’s internal teams. From content creation to AI tools, research, or strategy, there’s something for every interest. With a flexible, part-time commitment (up to 10 hours/week), you’ll apply your knowledge, grow your network, and contribute to impactful work. Projects run from 1 week to 2 months, with new opportunities posted year-round, so you can apply when it best fits your schedule.
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(Open to 1st-2nd year single degree, 1st-3rd year dual degree students)
IE Shadowing is a hands-on educational opportunity that allows you to follow and observe an IE professional from one of several departments. Through this experience, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the day-to-day responsibilities, tasks, and skills required for a particular job or career. This helps you explore potential career paths while building connections within the IE community, adding valuable insights to your professional development.
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(Open to 1st-2nd year single degree, 1st-3rd year dual degree students)
Young Volunteer Experience fosters a vibrant community where students share their diverse experiences, insights, and knowledge, focusing on volunteering. We curate and share opportunities that align with our members' passions, opening doors to meaningful engagement with the broader community.
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Add experience and valuable skills to your CV via certifications, job simulations, and collaborations with companies and organizations.
*Use your IE email to register and access these sites for free
COURSERA
Coursera partners with more than 350 leading universities and companies to bring flexible, affordable, job-relevant online learning to individuals and organizations worldwide. We offer a range of learning opportunities—from hands-on projects and courses to job-ready certificates and degree programs.
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HACESFALTA.ORG (Open to all students)
Hacesfalta is one of the largest platforms for NGO jobs in Spanish-speaking countries. In addition to regular internships, you’ll be able to find online part-time professional volunteering options, as well as face-to-face and international volunteering.
Visit site.
HOME FROM COLLEGE
Home From College is a digital platform that provides college students with career content and a community where they can discover new opportunities and resources through influencers, industry leaders and innovators.
Visit site.
MINDSUMO (Open to all students)
MindSumo is the leading platform for student problem solvers to apply their creativity and innovation by working on crowdsourcing “challenges” for major global companies. Selected "winning" proposals are paid and students can participate from anywhere in the world.
Visit site.
PARKER DEWEY (Open currently to students with a USA work permit.)
Parker Dewey is a mission-driven organization dedicated to providing equitable access to professional opportunities. They specialize in Micro-Internships via paid, professional projects that give you a chance to explore a variety of career paths and industries through a short-term engagement.
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THE BORGEN PROJECT (Open to all students for volunteer projects)
The mission of the Borgen Project is to fight extreme poverty at a US national and global level. They are the innovative, national campaign that is working to make poverty a focus of U.S. foreign policy.
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THE FORAGE SIMULATIONS (Open to all students)
The Forage offers virtual professional experiences at leading companies such as Latham & Watkins, Citi, Red Bull, and many others. These experiences are self-paced and take 5-6 hours to complete! After completing a few tasks, you can put the program on your CV to show firms your interest in their industry. Students can participate from anywhere in the world.
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WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE
At Welcome to the Jungle, we help people find their people. We offer a suite of tools, content and experiences that make recruitment more transparent, more human and less lonely.
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WE MAKE CHANGE (Open to all students)
We Make Change is a virtual volunteering platform that connects ChangeMakers like you with impact startups based on your skills, causes, and schedule. Volunteer remotely a few hours a week and make changes from wherever you are, whenever you want.
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COMPLEMENTARY TRAININGS - IE SUMMER PROGRAMS
IEU offers a number of summer programs to complement your bachelor’s studies in areas such as Entrepreneurship, Fashion Styling and Media, Humanities, Tech & AI, Sustainability, Law, Customer Experience, and more! IEU bachelor’s students receive a 20% discount.
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FINANCE SPRING WEEKS (Open to students in their antepenultimate year)
The best-stepping stone for students looking to pursue a career in finance. These usually last one week and are held at company HQs in London or Frankfurt in April. Applications happen between August and November of the previous year.
Find the link to our Finance Guide and visit the "Opportunities and musts during your time at IEU" section.
UNSSC SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM (Open to 2nd-5th year BIE, BIR, BIEBIR students)
The Summer Research Program is a joint initiative launched by the UN System Staff College (UNSSC), the IE Bachelor in International Relations, and the Bachelor in Economics. You will work with a top field expert professor and complete 50 hours of work over the year.
For further information email bir.biesegovia@ie.edu
RAIA GROUP SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM (Open to 1st and 2nd year BIR, BBABIR, BIEBIR or LLBBIR students)
The BIR-RAIA Summer Research Program is a two-month program that studies key leaders in the UN Climate Change Conference. This project is part of the 1Planet4All initiative. Selected students will create a profile on a state leader/activist/influential figure based on the RAIA methodology.
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BIE-OECD ECON / FINANCE SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM (Open to 2nd and 3rd year BIE & BIEBIR students)
A joint initiative launched and designed by OECD Staff, and the IE School of Politics, Economics, and Global Affairs. Students will develop research methodologies and craft recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative analysis in the areas of either geopolitical risk or ESG reporting, analyzing OECD data, assessing regional trends, and producing a report.
IFC Summer Research Program (Open to 1st, 2nd and 3rd year BIE and BIEBIR students)
Students will have the opportunity to conduct research for the International Finance Corporation-PPP Advisory, exploring opportunities and risks in climate-focused Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) that support the Paris Agreement. This project aims to identify areas for impactful private and public sector collaboration in different regions of the world.
For further information, email bir.biemadrid@ie.edu
AREA 31 (Open to all students)
Part of IEU's Entrepreneurship & Innovation Center, which offers support to aspiring founders. Area 31 is a space where our students and alumni go to bring their ideas to life. It can accommodate up to 100 startup teams per year and is even used as office space by certain investors. Look in the Early Careers monthly newsletter for internship opportunities from Area 31.
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LOCAL & INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTEERING (Open to all students)
Volunteering is very well looked upon by recruiters across sectors. We recommend that students who haven’t done so during their high school years explore options to partake in a volunteering experience in the early stages of their Bachelor's degree. Remember platforms like We Make Change, HacesFalta, and The Borgen Project.
CORPORATE CHALLENGES & EVENTS (Open to all students - with exceptions)
Corporate events, challenges, and competitions vary from year to year. Make sure you check out IE Connects, and the newsletters sent by your academic office and Talent & Careers so as not to miss out on those taking place throughout the year.
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IE PROFESSIONAL CLUBS (Open to all students)
Join an IE professional club to connect with peers with the same professional interests as you. They are very active in organizing events with top companies or bringing speakers to campus to enhance networking opportunities and improve knowledge on a specific topic.
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CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT (Open to all students)
The IEU Segovia and Madrid campuses are full of opportunities for you to put your professional skills into practice. The Stork newspaper, Student Government, becoming a Club Officer, or your class delegate, all options count!
We have prepared a comprehensive guide that compiles numerous platforms where students can create profiles and find a wide range of opportunities. This guide will help you discover full-time roles, internships, volunteering positions, and more.
Don’t forget to create alerts on these platforms to receive notifications about newly opened positions that match your interests.
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Making contacts and expanding your professional network is extremely important. How can you do this at IE?
Use the search bar on IE Connects to find the event and register.
Some opportunities within our newsletters will redirect you to corporate sites, while others will take you to the IE University Career Portal, where you will find many additional opportunities.
Please remember, internships are not the only way to gain professional experience. Consider exploring virtual experiences and courses that target your career interests as well. Watch this quick video to help you navigate. To access the platform, you must select "Log in with your Career Portal SSO."
If you’re thinking about working in a specific region after graduation, please make sure to check out our available resources:
Get insights into job markets, industry trends, and professional opportunities in specific regions.
Find job search engines tailored to your region, enhancing your chances of finding the opportunities you’re looking for.
*BENELUX: Belgium, Netherlands (view immigration guide ) & Luxembourg | *DACH: Germany (view immigration guide ), Austria, Switzerland
