The Learning Abroad Co. | Ireland, Spain, Italy

The Learning Abroad Co.

Why choose The Learning Abroad Co. ?

At The Learning Abroad Company, we offer programs where we can truly make an impact. We are passionate about helping young people gain life-changing experiences abroad, and we are dedicated to creating programs that provide real value. With our teams based in key locations across Europe, we leverage our extensive network of academic, business, and industry connections to design programs that are current, relevant, and of the highest quality. Our commitment to safety and support ensures that students can explore the world with confidence, knowing they are in capable hands.

Founded
2017

Reviews

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Maggie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Trip to UK!

This was an excellent trip. It was very well planned and the leaders were incredible. We got to attend many insightful lectures and meet many business professionals, as well as touring many important places to English culture. We tried traditional British cuisine and got to learn how business and work is done in the United Kingdom. Overall this trip helped me to broaden my horizons and learn things I wouldn’t have if I didn’t come on this amazing trip! Would highly recommend you any students or young adults looking to explore the world!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Make the most of it and enjoy every moment!
Pros
  • Learning experience
  • Great leaders
  • Insightful lectures
Cons
  • Housing
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Tyler
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Don't Think, Just Do It!

I loved being able to go to Valencia, Spain to do an internship through The Learning Abroad Co.! I originally had an internship with a private hospital but it fell through a few days after I flew into Valencia. I was pretty frustrated with the situation but these guys were incredible in finding me a replacement internship at an HR business consulting firm and I had an amazing experience! It was so fun to live outside of the US because I learned so much about myself and I want to live in Europe again. I made some great friends along the way and we had so much fun with each other. The excursions we did helped me appreciate Spain in all of its beauty and they were all very well planned. Valencia is a gorgeous city with so much to do. The museums, cathedrals, activities in the main square, and the beaches are all things that you can't miss. One example is that The Holy Grail as recognized by the Pope is in the Cathedral of Valencia so that's amazing. The way of life is laid back and the food is to die for. I wouldn't change the experience for the world. I wish I could go back and hope I'll be able to get back to Valencia soon. If you're thinking about it, stop thinking and just do it. It's worth it, I promise!

What was your funniest moment?
I think one of my funniest moments was when my friend and I were asked if we were dating more times than we could count, when in reality we both had significant others at home. We got to the point that we just introduced ourselves as siblings haha. It created a good bonding moment for the both of us and something that we can look back on and laugh.
Pros
  • The people who run The Learning Abroad Co. are fantastic.
  • The activities that we did together. Ex: The Madrid Day Trip.
  • The experienced I gained in a professional setting to put on my resume (CV).
Cons
  • The lack of self control from a friend on the trip.
  • Learning that the internship I had accepted no longer could take me. (Out of the company's control)
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Sophia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Valencia Internship

This internship abroad experience with The Learning Abroad Co. was the best thing i’ve done! It was such a life changing experience.. not only did they make the experience easy and enjoyable but they were very personable with the cultural immersive activities tailored to what field our internships were in. The Learning Abroad Co found me the perfect internship, I learned so much in my career field. It was such an amazing internship that I ended up getting an overseas remote job offer from the company! I would recommend this program to everyone!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Rabbit
Pros
  • Cultural immersive activities
  • Easy 24/7 assistance
  • I created some of the best relationships through my experience abroad
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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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Staff Interviews

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

Cristina Serrano

Job Title
Program Coordinator
Her passion for languages and experiences studying and working abroad took her to start as Student Coordinator. When she's not working, she's visiting every small business in her area, taking photos, or drinking coffee.

Cristina Serrano Intern in Ireland with Learning Abroad Co.

What is your favorite travel memory?

Probably the first I saw Fontana di Trevi in Rome. I had dreamt of that moment since I was a little child. So when I finally turned a street and saw it, it felt magical.
I had a similar experience in Switzerland. Being on Rigi's summit, surrounded by mountains, I felt so small in the best possible way! That's one of my favourite things of travelling -that sense of wonder.

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

Although I had experience as coordinator, this is the first time I'm in charge of my own project inside a company -which is exciting and challenging at the same time! I've worked in the field for years and I'm thrilled to share what I've learnt... I just need some more time, since I started one month ago!

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

One of our students returned to her study abroad destination to work with us as an intern for three months, and she had the opportunity to live the program from our perspective. She loved her second time around so much, she started her career in the study abroad field and is now study abroad director in her alma mater! So she's the living proof that studying abroad can drastically change your life.

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

The internship in Valencia program, of course! Historical monuments, sunny weather most of the year, by the sea, and with lots of projects and new companies emerging. People are very welcoming and there's always something happening. But given that I was born and raised in Valencia, I might be a little biased here.

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

I've always felt reassured that my opinion mattered and that I had the support of my team. That's something I don't take for granted. What makes us unique is that we will adapt to our students' needs to find internships that add value to their careers. It's not just about spending some time abroad -it's about developing your skillset, to set the foundation of your professional career.

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

Realizing the importance of studying abroad. It's not just visiting another country, but actually immersing in the community, learn from it, and giving something back. And besides that, a study abroad program contributes to the development of valuable career skills. To ensure this, companies must keep up with -and sometimes anticipate- the needs of a generation about to enter the job market.

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