Who can apply?
1st and 2nd year single degree students, and 1st – 3rd year dual degree students.
What are the requirements?
IE Shadowing is a competitive program. We will take your CV (in the IE Template), GPA, and fully completed application form into account when evaluating your application. The match of students to departments is done by Talent & Careers and is based on the established skills and profile provided by the respective departments.
How do I apply?
Complete the application form and attach your CV.
I already signed up for the YCP / MIP / IEU Labs, etc. Can I still participate?
Yes, as long as your schedule and availability permit. It is your responsibility to arrange your timetable and know this.
How many shadowing opportunities can I apply to?
You can apply to a maximum of 5 shadowing opportunities, and list them in order of preference.
Can I participate in more than one shadowing opportunity?
Our priority to the student body is that as many eligible applicants as possible are given an opportunity to participate. It is unlikely that candidates will be selected for more than one shadowing opportunity.
What is the time commitment?
IE Shadowing takes place during one week in April, and each department indicates the specific week. Shadowees are expected to be on-campus in person for all 5 days of the experience. The commitment is 4 hours per day.
Are the shadowing experiences online or in-person?
IE Shadowing is an in-person program. You must be present on-campus to participate.
Do I have to study on the same campus as the shadowing experience?
No. There are shadowing opportunities on several IE campus locations: Madrid Tower, Maria de Molina (Madrid), Velazquez (Madrid), Castelló de la Plana (Madrid), and Segovia Campus. You do no have to study at the same campus.
However, it is your responsibility to arrange travel to and from the campus, and to arrive on time.
Is transportation to campuses provided?
No. Shadowees are responsible for travelling to and from the specified campuses for each shadowing position. This campus location is clearly indicated in the description of each shadowing opportunity.
Are they internships?
No, IE Shadowing is a week-long, part-time, internal IEU collaboration.
How will I be recognized for my participation?
Upon successful completion of the shadowing experience and satisfactory feedback from the department, Shadowees will receive an official certificate.
How do I incorporate this into my CV?
Use this template: "[Name of Department] via IE Shadowing Program" as the title, and "Shadowee" as your position. You may list this in your Experience section on your CV. For example, "Talent and Careers Department via IE Shadowing Program". Feel free to include this in the EXPERIENCE section of your CV and elaborate on your contribution with bullet points.
Who is responsible for me during the shadowing period?
You will report directly to the Shadowing Mentor from the specific department, and they will be your primary point of contact for any information or issues.
