Spain Shadowing Opportunities

2026 Participating Departments

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Please make sure your CV is up-to-date and in the Official CV Template
Scroll to see specific opportunities at the Segovia and Madrid campuses.
Many Shadowing experiences will be complemented with an IE Project, determined by each department's needs.

SEGOVIA OPPORTUNITIES

Important note: IE Shadowing does NOT excuse class absences. The exact schedule (month, week, and times) are to be established between the Shadowees and their corresponding department. Applications are currently closed. Information about the next edition will be published here.

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CREATIVITY CENTER SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Problem-solving, communication skills, spanish command helps, open-minded, design thinking and creativity
Campus: Main Campus & Casa de la Moneda
Shadowees needed: 2 -3

FAB-LAB SHADOWEE

Student profile: Open to all students but required prior experience in 2D/3D modeling and graphic software (Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD, Rhinoceros3D.). Some experience in rapid prototyping also recommended.
Campus: Palacio de Mansilla
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

FASHION-LAB SHADOWEE

Student profile:  Open to all students. It is highly recommended to have some experience in sewing. Creativity, interest in fashion and design are ideal, as this is hands-on and fashion-centered.
Campus: Palacio de Mansilla
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

MEDIA LAB SHADOWEE

Student profile:  BCDM students preferred. Interest in audiovisual content, media production, and digital storytelling is ideal. Creativity, attention to detail, and comfort working with multimedia tools or production processes are highly valued.
Campus: Main Campus
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

SCHOOL OF POLITICS, ECONOMICS, AND GLOBAL AFFAIRS SHADOWEE

Student profile: Open to all students. Motivation and proactive attitude are prefered over specific program profile. Organization, punctuality, and adaptability are highly valued.
Campus: Main campus
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

SPORTS AND WELL-BEING SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest and participation in sports is ideal. Interest in sports management a plus.
Campus: Main campus
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

TALENT AND CAREERS SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Problem-solving, communication skills, adaptability, creativity, and project management skills highly valued. 
Campus: Main Campus
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

PROFESSOR SHADOWEE: BESS + BID

Student profile: Open to all students. Motivation and proactive attitude are prefered over specific program profile. Interest in academia, education, lesson-planning, and environmental sciences highly valued. 
Campus: Palacio de Mansilla
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

STUDENT SERVICES SHADOWEE

Student profile: Best fit for LLB, PPLE, & BIR students. Interest in visa and travel law a plus. Organization, attention to detail, and interest in legal processes highly valued. 
Campus: Main campus
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE BUSINESS SCHOOL UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in undergraduate academic programs and student coordination is ideal. Organization, communication skills, and adaptability are highly valued.
Campus: Main Campus
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in humanities, events, and academic communication is ideal. Creativity, organization, and communication skills are highly valued.
Campus: Main Campus
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

WOMEN AND ALLIES SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in gender equality, literature, and outreach is ideal. Communications, creativity, and collaboration skills are highly valued. 
Campus: Main Campus
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

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MADRID OPPORTUNITIES

Important note: IE Shadowing does NOT excuse class absences. The exact schedule (month, week, and times) are to be established between the Shadowees and their corresponding department. Applications are currently closed. Information about the next edition will be published here.

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BAM – Bachelor in Applied Mathematics SHADOWEE

Student profile:  BAM students only. Strong analytical mindset, problem-solving skills, and interest in applying mathematical thinking to real-world contexts are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

PROFESSOR SHADOWEE - BBSS

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest in education, planning, social sciences, research, and human behavior is ideal. Curiosity, critical thinking, and strong communication skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

CAMPUS LIFE SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in student engagement, events, and community-building is ideal. Organization, communication skills, and a proactive attitude are highly valued.
Campus: Tower or Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 3 - 4

FUNCTIONAL DIVERSITY SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in inclusion, accessibility, and social impact is key. Content creation skills, creativity, and an interest in visibility and communication initiatives are a plus.
Campus: Tower and Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

GLOBAL ALUMNI RELATIONS SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest in relationship management, networking, and international communities is ideal. Communication skills, organization, and professionalism are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

GLOBAL EXPERIENCE OFFICE SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in study abroad programs and international education is ideal. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and intercultural awareness are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE BUSINESS SCHOOL DEAN’S OFFICE SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in academic management and institutional operations is ideal. Organization, discretion, adaptability, and a proactive attitude are highly valued.
Campus: Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE BUSINESS SCHOOL EMBA & GOMBA PROGRAM OPERATIONS SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest in executive education and professional programs is a plus. Strong communication skills, organization, and professionalism are highly valued.
Campus: Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE BUSINESS SCHOOL UNDERGRADUATE PROGRAMS SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in undergraduate academic programs and student coordination is ideal. Organization, communication skills, and adaptability are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE CENTER FOR SOCIAL INNOVATION AND SUSTAINABILITY SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Strong interest in social impact, sustainability, and innovation is ideal. Curiosity, initiative, and a proactive mindset are highly valued.
Campus: Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE FOUNDATION SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Marketing-oriented profiles are a plus. Interest in fundraising, donations, scholarships, and institutional impact is ideal. Communication and organization skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE SUMMER SCHOOL SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in short programs, international students, and academic coordination is ideal. Organization, adaptability, and communication skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in partnerships, external relations, and institutional strategy is ideal. Professionalism, organization, and communication skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IT SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome, with strong technical skills required. Ideal for science and technology-oriented students. Interest in IT systems, troubleshooting, and digital infrastructure is highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

LANGUAGE CENTER SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in languages, education, and intercultural communication is ideal. Organization, communication skills, and attention to detail are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

MARKETING SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in branding, communications, and digital marketing is ideal. Creativity, analytical thinking, and content creation skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 3 - 4

MEDIA LAB SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest in media production, audiovisual content, and storytelling is ideal. Creativity, communication skills, and technical curiosity are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

QUALITY, ACCREDITATIONS AND RANKINGS SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in data, institutional quality, and academic standards is ideal. Attention to detail, organization, and analytical skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in humanities, events, and academic communication is ideal. Creativity, organization, and communication skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 3 - 4

SPEGA – SCHOOL OF POLITICS, ECONOMICS, AND GLOBAL AFFAIRS SHADOWEE

Student profile: Open to all students. Motivation and proactive attitude are preferred over specific program profile. Organization, punctuality, and adaptability are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

SPEGA MASTER’S SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in graduate programs, public policy, economics, or global affairs is ideal. Organization, communication skills, and professionalism are highly valued.
Campus: Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

SPORTS AND WELL-BEING SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest and participation in sports and well-being initiatives is ideal. Interest in sports management is a plus.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

STUDENT EXPERIENCE SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest in student engagement, services, and experience design is ideal. Organization, communication skills, and a proactive attitude are highly valued.
Campus: Tower or Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

STUDENT SERVICES SHADOWEE

Student profile:  Best fit for LLB, PPLE, and BIR students, though all degrees welcome. Interest in administrative and legal processes is ideal. Organization and attention to detail are highly valued.
Campus: Tower or Maria de Molina
Shadowees needed: 3 - 4

SUSTAINABILITY SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Strong interest in sustainability, environmental initiatives, and social responsibility is ideal. Initiative, curiosity, and communication skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

TALENT AND CAREERS SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest in employability, professional development, and career services is ideal. Communication, adaptability, and project management skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower or Velazquez 130
Shadowees needed: 3 - 4

CORPORATE RELATIONS SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in corporate partnerships and external relations is ideal. Professionalism, communication skills, and organization are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

COMMS UNIT SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in communications, content planning, and coordination is ideal. Creativity, organization, and strong written communication skills are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY SHADOWEE

Student profile: All degrees welcome. Interest in academic planning, curriculum coordination, and science- and tech-focused programs is ideal. Organization, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

IE INSIGHTS SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in photography, videography, and visual storytelling is ideal. Creativity, adaptability, and comfort working in fast-paced, high-profile event settings are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in executive-level operations, coordination, and institutional leadership is ideal. Strong organization skills, discretion, professionalism, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

PROFESSOR SHADOWEE - BBA

Student profile: Open to all students. Interest in business education, classroom dynamics, course design, and faculty research is ideal. Curiosity, reliability, analytical thinking, and a proactive attitude are highly valued.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 1 - 2

EVENT MANAGEMENT SHADOWEE - IT AND INNOVATION

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in event production, technology, and innovation-focused initiatives is ideal. Strong organization skills, adaptability, and comfort supporting live events, and coordination are highly valued. Interest in EdTech, AI, or tech-driven events is a plus.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 3 - 4

GLOBAL MARKETS - MIDDLE EAST AND AFRICA SHADOWEE

Student profile:  All degrees welcome. Interest in international markets, regional strategy, and emerging economies is ideal. Curiosity, cultural awareness, and strong communication skills are highly valued. Students with a personal or academic connection to the Middle East or Africa are a plus.
Campus: Tower
Shadowees needed: 2 - 3

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