AIFS Abroad: Intern Abroad in Italy

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!

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.

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!

This was the best 3 months of my life. Amazing program, people, housing, and events. I would do this program over again in a heart beat. The location was incredible and i’ve fallen in love with Florence. The location coordinator was incredible and put on amazing events and was so supportive. I’ve never met any people as cool and down to earth as the ones in the group. We were able to travel to 10 other countries while here in Florence and it’s so easy to get literally anywhere. This was an amazing time.

I arrived with me, myself, and I, and I’m leaving with 12 new friends and travel buddies. From the late night gelato runs to the early morning trains, there was never a dull moment. We’re already planning a reunion and we haven’t even left each other yet. This has been an incredible internship in an amazing place but it wouldn’t have been nearly as special or memorable without these 12 people. I have so many memories and my time here has flown by in the blink of an eye. I am truly a different person now and have grown exponentially.

Didn’t expect to make so many new friends to travel around Italy and Europe with! Absolutely the best time I have had in my life. I got to learn a lot about myself and the field I am going into while making new connections around the world. The amount of support and care that was expressed in this program is so much more than I could have asked for. High expectations were set prior to working abroad and I can easily say my expectations were exceeded. Having someone from global experience in the same city as you makes for a smooth transition and is comforting to know you always have a local to guide you through it all.

Interning abroad in Florence, Italy this summer with Global Experiences was incredible. There aren't enough words to describe how amazing this program has been for me. The life-long friends I've made in this program, the beautiful places I was able to travel to, and the perfect internship I was placed in- all because I decided to intern abroad this semester, Spring 2022. There's no city like Florence. And there's nothing like living, growing, and learning in a place as wonderful as Italy. I recommend taking time, no matter what stage of college or life you're able to, to go abroad and seek out irreplaceable experiences and unforgettable memories like this.

I loved my time in Florence and I wish I could share it with everyone. Definitely pay attention to Italian language so you can pick up easier. Go do everything it’s fantastic! Gardens of Bobili is my personal favorite of you feel princess y or magical. I loved everything about my internship. I wish I could work there forever Carlotta was the best and I will never forget her! Eat a lot but not to much to hurt your stomach. But Anna is the most amazing person ever!!! She is literally the best 10/out of 10