Internships in Spain (Español ->)
Spain is a major internship hub in Southern Europe, with strong demand in fashion and retail, hospitality and tourism, and a fast-growing tech and consulting scene in Madrid and Barcelona. Companies like MANGO, Loewe, and idealista sit alongside major consulting firms and a dense startup ecosystem, all regularly hiring interns (becarios).
Whether you're a student building out your CV or a recent graduate aiming for your first role at a Spanish company, this page tracks current internship listings across Spain, updated as new roles come in. Many international and tech companies operate partly in English, though Spanish is expected for most client-facing and traditional-sector roles.
Below you'll find internships filtered specifically for Spain — browse by role, company, or city, and check each listing for language requirements, compensation, and duration before applying.
Why intern in Spain?
Internships in Spain are commonly tied to university and vocational programs (prácticas curriculares), which are often unpaid or minimally compensated, while prácticas extracurriculares (internships outside your formal curriculum) are more likely to carry proper pay and are capped in duration by law.
Key hiring sectors include fashion and retail (Barcelona and Madrid), hospitality and tourism (nationwide, especially coastal regions), and a growing tech and consulting sector centered on Madrid.
FAQ
Do I need to speak Spanish to intern in Spain?
For most roles, yes — Spanish is expected even at many international companies, particularly outside of pure tech roles. Some Madrid and Barcelona tech/startup roles operate in English, but these are the exception rather than the norm.
Are internships in Spain paid?
It depends on the type. Prácticas curriculares (part of your degree) are frequently unpaid or low-paid; prácticas extracurriculares (standalone internships) are more likely to be paid, though not guaranteed by law in every case — check each listing directly.
Do I need a visa?
EU/EEA citizens don't need one. Non-EU students generally need a student visa and, depending on internship length, specific authorization — check with the Spanish consulate in your country and confirm your internship agreement (convenio de prácticas) is in place with your institution.