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EZC Study Abroad

Why choose EZC Study Abroad?

EZC Study Abroad offers programs only where it can truly deliver. We are fiercely passionate about young people experiencing life abroad and we strive to offer programs which add real value. With our own teams on the ground in various smaller city locations across Europe we use our strong network of contacts across academia, business, sport and other industries to create up-to-date programs with top-notch health and safety standards.

Founded
2017

Reviews

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Camryn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Rome Consensus Internship

My time working with Romina and the Rome Consensus team was amazing. Humanitarian drug policy, and the world of drugs in general, was something that I had little to no knowledge on prior to this internship. However, after working with them over the last several months, I have learned so much. Knowledge and skills included. Romina was an amazing mentor! She was attentive, answered any questions that I may have had, and although our time zones were very different, she was always willing to work with me and make sure I had the tools and information that I needed to complete my tasks. My major is in Global Communication, and dealing with what I learned to be such a globally connected issue was very eye opening. Although I worked virtually the entire time, I was still able to meet and connect with people all around the world as we came together on this work. I recommend this program to people who are looking to expand their knowledge on humanitarian work and NGO's, as well as those looking to expand their international social media skills, and increase their global network / communication capabilities. I learned so much about myself throughout the entire process as well, I had such a great time with this team, and I am very grateful for this opportunity!

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
I was asked by the Rome Consensus team to present a question during their panel at the United Nations Commission on Narcotic Drugs 2021, their panel had hundreds of attendees from around the world, and many of them were incredibly influential and important figures in this field. I was so nervous! However, Romina and the RC2 gave me the prep and tools to ask a great question that I felt proud of. And the teams support made me feel confident the entire time!
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Giulia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

An unforgettable experience

I've been to Cork for three weeks in September. It was a school-organized project, but it still was very valuable for me. It let me face the world of work for the first time and I couldn't be more satisfied! My boss and my colleagues were very friendly. They never made me feel any difference between me and them, even if I didn't belong to their same country and culture. The family who hosted me took care of me as I was their daughter. They helped me coping with Irish traditions and daily routine. Cork was nor too small neither too big. I soon understood how buses worked and where the main streets were located. There was always something to do. I met a lot of new friends that now I call "family". I'm also very happy with the help given me by EazyCity staff as they have always been there in case of necessity.

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Rosita
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

3 weeks in Cork!

My working experience in Cork was amazing! I stayed there for 3 weeks and I worked in a touristic attraction in the old city center. I’m studying foreign languages at school and one day I would love to work in the tourism industry so I really enjoyed my experience there! My managers were really friendly and sympathetic with me, they really helped me day by day because it was my first working experience ever.
EazyCity also gave me another big chance: I won a internship award voucher, this is going to be another opportunity for me to go abroad and to live another beautiful experience like the one in Cork. I definitely recommend this program to everyone who wants to travel and make it a satisfying experience!

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Gaetano
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great Experience in Cork!

Working as an intern in Cork was such a good experience. Having studied Graphic Design in school I really wanted to learn how to apply those skills to a working environment. I had the chance to improve the skills I already started developing in school, making it the most rewarding internship I've ever had. The level of openness and general hospitality are a few of the many things that really surprised me. Everyday at work I did what I love the most with people who really cared if I was enjoying my time there.
At the end of the 4 months I spent in Cork I was really sad about leaving but on the other hand I learned so much that I felt so satisfied and ready to continue on with my studies.
I can definitely say that I would recommend this experience as I would love to go back there again!

Cristiano
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Strong experience

Well, if you really wanna do a big step towards the world of work, EZC is the program that you needed. I have worked for a good company, located in city center, since was my first work experience abroad, I couldn't expect a incredible work position as Manager, so i didn't complain when I have started. I LOVE THE MERITOCRACY, AND CORK LOVE IT TOO!
And this was perfect for me! Day by day the company made me happy, I started to get how the work has to be made, how to speak with people and how I reached my purposes.
And after 4 months of internship I feel very proud and happy about my experience, it helps me to grow up, after Cork I know what is the work and the most important think, I have got the value of the work! Ireland is a spectacular country and Cork is made for everyone of us!
The people were amazing and I felt very good with them!

Programs

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Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Nicoletta Marchionne

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International Programs Co-Ordinator
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Nicoletta was born and raised in Rome where she studied International Relations at Roma Tre University. During her studies, Nicoletta did an internship with a Study Abroad provider in Rome. As a part of her internship, she shared housing with American students, accompanied them in cultural activities and shared her local knowledge to help them immerse in the Italian culture.

Nicoletta has been working in the study abroad industry for over 10 years as a Student Services Lead, Housing Coordinator, Site Director and more recently as International Programs Coordinator . She has lived and worked in Italy, Spain, France, Ireland, and the UK and developed a good understanding of students’ needs and all the essential aspects required to build a unique program abroad. Her great experience in risk management helps her to create not only unique but also high quality programs abroad.

She is curious and energetic and loves sharing her insights into a new culture to help students experience their time abroad like a local! Local traditions and food are her favorite ways to learn about a new culture.

What is your favorite travel memory?

It is hard to pick just one... Bathing in a river with Elephants in Chang Mai? Or the first town I ever visited in Ireland... Dingle? Or the road trip from Rome to Amsterdam with my best friends? I don't think I can choose just one. Every experience, both the good and is an experience I cherish. May these moments abroad continue!

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

I joined EazyCity, the European sister company of EZC Study Abroad, in 2014.

I started out as Branch Manager in Cork, Ireland, then worked as International Operations Coordinator and I am currently working at EZC Study Abroad as International Program Coordinator.

I have definitely grown from a professional point of view. I also changed my approach to students, at the beginning I was younger and I used to live the experience together with them, now I am more focused on the full picture of the program. My priority is to select the best opportunities out there to guarantee not only a fun experience but also a valuable one that will help students with their professional growth.

My focus is also on the health and safety and risk management procedures which I find to be an essential aspect of any study abroad program. I try to put all these elements together when building a new program!

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

I have plenty of romantic stories to tell. Many students fell in love while abroad and now they have families with the person they met during their study abroad. But my favorite one is the story of Chloe, a student I met in Rome.

She was the only one from her school attending the semester abroad at that time because her friends backed out at the very last minute. With all the other students coming in groups, I was concerned she might feel alone. It's safe to say she had the time of her life; she met so many people and made new friends whom she then traveled Europe with. When she returned from her semester abroad, she applied for the same job as her friend (the friend who decided not to study abroad), they both got the job but Chloe's salary was higher than that of her friend, thanks to her experience abroad.

When students complete their Study Abroad program and return home, they return with new perspectives on culture, new language skills and a great new willingness to learn. All these are very attractive to future employers.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

It is not easy to pick one... Maybe Sorrento, only to start every single day with that amazing view of the Costiera Amalfitana? Or Cork, to be surprised again by the Irish landscapes and the kindness of the people? It is not easy to choose just one but if I really had to choose I think I'd like to go to Valencia in Spain.

Valencia is the perfect destination for an authentic experience. It is a medium sized city with a beautiful beach, great universities, rich history, and delicious food – what more could you ask for! The city is also very well connected with the rest of the country. Our academic partner in Valencia provides valuable courses and really allows the students to make the most out of the experience… So yes, the combo semester + internship in Valencia is the program I would choose!

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

Most of the study abroad providers are US companies who develop their onsite teams abroad. EZC Study Abroad was set up the opposite way: we have first developed expert on-site teams and strong local connections before opening our US office to reach out to students. I believe these are the elements that make our programs so successful! We are experts on the ground and I am proud of our dedicated on-site teams, always helping our students deal with any challenges abroad.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

Having a strong company culture, a clear and ambitious vision and hiring the right people who understand our values. Allow people to play to their strengths, and you will be shocked at the productivity and efficiency that is created within your organization. At EZC, we are all passionate about what we do and we never stop learning and exploring. We also always try to anticipate the needs and wants of our customers so we can always provide them with the best experience abroad.

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