AIFS Abroad: Intern Abroad in Italy

AIFS Abroad: Intern Abroad in Italy

Location
  • Italy
    • Florence
    • Rome
    • Milan
Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships
Health & Safety

Program Details

Timeframe
Fall Spring Summer
Housing
Apartment

Pricing

What's Included
Accommodation Activities Travel Insurance Wifi
May 13, 2025
Oct 06, 2025
26 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

Want to stand out to future employers, boost your resume, and grow your global network? Intern abroad with AIFS Abroad in Italy to gain real-world experience while growing both personally and professionally.

Programs are available in Florence, Rome, and Milan — three of Italy’s most iconic cities — where you’ll intern full-time in a field that matches your interests, with the option to earn academic credit. Along the way, you’ll build independence, explore new roles, and connect with professionals from around the world.

AIFS Abroad internships in Italy include a guaranteed placement upon acceptance, housing, cultural and social activities, 24/7 support, career readiness programming, insurance, and on-site staff.

Want to mix academics and work experience? Choose a Study + Internship program to combine a part-time internship with for-credit coursework.

Intern abroad with AIFS Abroad in Italy and build skills that set you apart in today’s competitive job market!

COMMUNITY REVIEWS SUMMARY

Participants value the strong support from program advisors and meaningful internship placements, though some found work less career-relevant.

Video and Photos

Diversity & Inclusion 💙

At AIFS Abroad, we support all participants in their study or internship abroad journey — no matter their gender, race, religion, age, physical ability, or sexual orientation. Everyone’s identity is shaped by many different factors, and for some, faith, spirituality, and religion play an important role in choosing where to go.

We encourage you to think about what matters most to you as you explore your program options.
At AIFS Abroad, we’re here to support you throughout your study or intern abroad experience. We encourage you to connect with the culture around you—both where you’re from and where you’re going.

Each person brings their own background and perspective, and that matters when choosing a program and a destination. Taking time to reflect on your identity and learning about the experiences of others is a meaningful part of going abroad.

Everyone’s journey is different, and where you go can shape how included and comfortable you feel. As you explore your options, we hope the information below helps you find the program and location that feel right for you.
Everyone’s experience abroad is different. The study abroad or international internship program location you choose can affect how connected and supported you feel. As you review your options, we encourage you to use the information linked below to help find a program and place that’s the right fit for you.

Impact 🌎

In response to the overwhelming global climate crisis, AIFS Abroad is pleased to make sustainability a key priority when considering organizational, operational, and programming decisions. We understand that the only way to effectively combat this crisis and mitigate the effects of climate change is to drastically reduce our environmental impact. Therefore, AIFS Abroad has committed to reaching carbon neutrality. AIFS Abroad is proud to announce we have signed the CANIE Accord, becoming the first US provider to make this commitment.

Program Highlights

  • Guaranteed Internship Upon Acceptance
  • Career Readiness Programming: Connecting academic goals to professional experiences
  • On-Site Support: Help with any questions or advice you may need throughout the program
  • Health & Safety: 24/7 emergency support and comprehensive insurance
  • Green Initiative: Carbon offsetting for all participants’ flights to and from their program location

Popular Programs

AIFS Abroad participant in Florence, Italy

A Full-Time Internship program abroad in Italy through AIFS Abroad offers hands-on professional experience in a global setting. Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance and a top international destination, provides a wide range of internship placement opportunities. Popular placement fields include architecture, business, communications, fashion, hospitality, journalism, marketing, and more.

AIFS Abroad participant in Rome, Italy

A Full-Time Internship program abroad in Italy through AIFS Abroad offers hands-on professional experience in a global setting. Rome, the Italian capital city and one of the most iconic destinations on Earth, provides a wide range of internship placement opportunities. Popular placement fields include architecture, business, communications, engineering, education, event management, environmental studies, journalism, marketing, museums/galleries, and more.

AIFS Abroad intern in Milan, Italy

A Full-Time Internship program abroad in Italy through AIFS Abroad offers hands-on professional experience in a global setting. Milan, known as the heart of Italy's business sector and one of Europe's most vital economic hubs, provides a wide range of internship placement opportunities. Popular placement fields include fashion business, fashion design, marketing, photography, communications, business, computer science, and more.

AIFS Abroad participants in Florence, Italy

Make the most of your time abroad by choosing to do a Study + Internship program in Florence, Italy! Earn credit by completing a part-time internship in various fields to accompany your course load. In your free time, explore Florence and its surroundings, from world class museums and art galleries to the best food and exciting nightlife, festivals, theater and sports events.

AIFS Abroad participant in Rome, Italy

Make the most of your time abroad by choosing to do a Study + Internship program in Rome, Italy! Earn credit by completing a part-time internship in various fields to accompany your course load. In your free time, explore Rome and its surroundings, from world class museums and art galleries to the best food and exciting nightlife, festivals, theater and sports events.

Program Reviews

4.79 Rating
based on 206 reviews
  • 5 rating 82.52%
  • 4 rating 16.02%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0.97%
  • 1 rating 0.49%
  • Academics 4.6
  • Support 4.85
  • Fun 4.8
  • Housing 4.5
  • Safety 4.95
  • Growth 4.25
  • Support 4.4
  • Fun 4.15
  • Housing 4.25
  • Safety 4.9
Showing 89 - 96 of 206 reviews
Katie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Best 3 Months

I made such incredible friendships on this trip. GE had a lot of great events organized for all of us interns so that we could get comfortable and know each other right off the bat. The events were always well-attended and everyone had a blast. I truly cannot say enough positive things about this experience and the people I shared it with. If I could do this program again, i totally would because my 3 months in Florence were some of the best days ever. Everyone became close so quick and I always felt supported.

136 people found this review helpful.
Cierra
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Florence G.E

Living in Italy for three months has been one of the best experience of my life. Florence itself is the perfect city to stay in, not to big that it’s overwhelming and not to small that it get boring. Over the span of 3 months life long connections will be made not only with your roommates but also with your internship. Florence is such a unique city with many thing to offer from it’s beautiful sites ( the duomo, Ponte Vecchio, MichaelAngelo viewpoint) too the in the wall boutiques that can be found on both side of the river. Traveling is made easy with bus to alphas and quick trip, (both companies that plan your trip for you) and for traveling throughout Italy the train can take you from the top to the bottom of Italy.

Pros
  • Meeting new people
  • Experiencing a different culture
  • Traveling & shopping
Cons
  • January- march in Italy is cold
125 people found this review helpful.
Mark
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Intern

Interning abroad was an amazing Expirience that I won’t ever forget. Had an amazing time and met some super great people. One thing I have to mention is that our coordinator Anna Gomez was super helpful with absolutely everything. She made it a breeze to do anything and in emergencies, she responded within seconds. Global Experiences really know how to hire great people and provide a great service. Thank you to everyone that was involved, this helped grow my resume and even helped me learn things about myself.

Pros
  • Great location
  • Great accommodations
  • Great people
118 people found this review helpful.
Ashly
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing experience!

I had an amazing time in this program! The people I met in the program were amazing, and became some of my best friends. I wouldn’t have wanted to share this experience with anyone else, and would do it all over again if I could!
The program gave me an internship in the exact industry I requested, and provided me support throughout the program. The on-site staff Anna was very helpful with anything, and very supportive four students. She also planned super fun events as part of our program fee! I would absolutely recommend this program to anyone!

Pros
  • Personalized internship placement
  • On site staff
  • Location!!
Cons
  • Pre-departure communication could have been better
122 people found this review helpful.
Sean
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

An Unforgettable Experience

Global Experiences provided me with an unforgettable experience. Spending three months in Italy working for a local architecture firm was truly one of the most beneficial experiences of my life. I grew as a professional in my field and learned an incredible amount. Working as intern in another country is also a fantastic way to throw your self into another culture. Not only did my internship create a remarkable experience for me but so did the people and the travel. The friends I made in Florence will be friends for life. GE gives you the freedom to travel in your free time and our location coordinator, Anna, took us on small excursions of her own that were immersed in Italian culture. Anna was an incredibly helpful resource or I should say friend to have while abroad. Overall, GE gave me memories I will not soon forget.

Pros
  • Free to Travel
  • Meet new People
  • Immersed in another culture
Cons
  • Home sickness
  • Expensive
  • Too short
127 people found this review helpful.
Madeline
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Experience of a lifetime!

Global Experiences truly gave me the best internship experience I’ve ever had. With the support from my location coordinator, Anna, and the company I was matched with was a perfect fit. I grew so much during this program and learned a lot about myself and the culture around me! I also had the ability to travel every single weekend to a new place. My schedule was flexible and I was fully supported during this program which made the culture shock and transition so much easier! My accommodation was also incredibly nice. I shared an apartment with 8 girls with a beautiful view of the Arno river and I had my own wardrobe space to put my things. Highly highly recommend this program. Anna is the best!

Pros
  • Freedom of weekend travel
  • Boosted my resume
  • Insane experiences
Cons
  • None
109 people found this review helpful.
Annie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Incredible Progam

I really enjoyed Florence! Our Location coordinator, Anna, was incredible and supportive during our time in Florence. The program was amazing and hands-down the best three month of my life. Florence is an incredible place to intern and I am so glad I chose this program. There are also so many social events planned by global experiences that are fun and allow you to see Tuscany. The only thing I would change is the lack of communication before the program start. Other than that, I am extremely satisfied with my experience and I learned a ton.

Pros
  • Support in florence
  • City of Florence
  • Social events
Cons
  • Lack of communication before program start
114 people found this review helpful.
Ashlyn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing experience!

I had an amazing time in Florence! It was very helpful to do a short language class in the beginning. I met amazing people through this program and we had a great time traveling and learning about life in Italy together. My internship was in the exact industry and subject that I had requested, and I gained great experience.
The on-site staff was very helpful and responsive. She was always willing to answer questions and give recommendations.

I would defiantly do this program again, it was a great experience!

Pros
  • Location
  • On-site staff
97 people found this review helpful.

Questions & Answers