APPLICATION PATHWAYS
Put your studies to work in Sevilla
Take what you’ve learned in the classroom into a real workplace. Through COWA’s Global Internship Program, you’ll gain hands-on experience with a local enterprise, discover new ways of working and build connections across cultures—all while spending your summer in one of Spain’s most vibrant cities.
UNIVERSITY PATHWAYS
Find your internship program
Choose your university for eligibility, current dates, cost information or contacts, and application instructions.
NC State Poole
College of Management
Application managed by:
Poole College
UNC Kenan-Flagler
Undergraduate Business
Application managed by:
KF Global Programs
University of Richmond
Global Internships
Application managed by: COWA
NC State SPIA
School of Public and International Affairs
Application managed by: COWA
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Why Spend Your Summer with COWA?
Your summer in Sevilla isn’t just about the hours you spend at work. It’s also about the people you meet, the places you discover and the experiences that help you feel at home in a new city.
With COWA, you’ll have the support to navigate a new professional environment and the opportunity to make Sevilla your home for the summer. From housing and cultural activities to personalized guidance, we’ve brought together the essentials so you can focus on making the most of your time abroad.
A Few Things to Know Before You Apply
What is included in the program?
- Modern student residence hall accommodations with breakfast and a monthly commute pass.
- Customized matching, interview coordination, visa support, 24/7 medical/legal emergency support
- Pre-departure orientation and in-country orientation
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- Guided visit to Seville’s Cathedral
- Private Andalusian Cooking Class
- Visit to Basilippo Olive Oil Factory
- Weekend trip to Córdoba/Granada
- Networking event with local young professionals
- Traditional Flamenco Tablao
- Mid-program 1:1 Check-in with resume and interview prep guidance
Check your university’s program page for current inclusions, costs, and application requirements.
Who can I turn to during the program?
COWA remains your point of contact from placement through your time in Sevilla and after you return. The Director of Global Internships works with Student Mobility on placement and workplace questions. The COWA team supports you on site, with 24/7 emergency assistance. Interview best practices are provided in a document, additional advising varies by university pathway.
Can I choose a specific company?
Matching considers your goals, experience, language ability, and host needs. You interview with a potential host before confirming a placement. A particular company, sector, or role is not guaranteed.
Is the internship paid, and can I receive credit?
Placements are unpaid. Academic, credit, and degree requirements depend on your university and pathway.
Do I need to speak Spanish?
We offer placements in English and Spanish to best suit each student´s needs. Language ability is part of matching and the role’s requirements.
Ready to take a closer look?
Find your program and follow the application route that applies to you.
A SUPPORTED STUDENT JOURNEY
Overview of the Placement Process
Student Mobility, our local placement partner, identifies potential host organizations and coordinates interviews. COWA remains your point of contact through placement, your time in Sevilla, and after you return.
1. Share your profile
Submit your CV, motivation letter, and any required portfolio so Student Mobility can begin reviewing your interests, skills, and language abilities.
2. Explore a match
Student Mobility looks for opportunities that connect your profile with a host's needs. Availability and timing vary.
3. Meet the host company
Interview with a prospective supervisor and discuss the role. You lead the conversation; interview best practices are provided beforehand.
4. Confirm your placement
If you and the host agree to proceed, review and sign the offer. Follow your program's instructions for arrival and your time in Sevilla.
Your time in Sevilla
Curious about what it’s like to intern in Spain? Hear directly from COWA students as they share the work they took on, what they learned, and how living in Sevilla shaped their experience beyond the workplace.