Improve your Spanish & Intern at the beach in Spain

This summer, I participated in the 5 week A Coruña, Spain internship program which gave me the perfect opportunity to progress in my spanish-speaking abilities and overall grow as a person. I really wanted to find a program abroad that focused on immersion and also allowed me to get work experience, and this program more than offered both. I stayed in an apartment with other spanish speakers and interned with a local lawyer that gave me invaluable first-hand legal experience. I even went to a trial on my first day! The city is the perfect size (I was able to walk everywhere), and although it is not always the warmest, the proximity of the beaches to my apartment was amazing. The program leaders offered incredible support, both before and during the experience, and the organized trips were a nice addition to my weekly routine. Overall, I would definitely recommend this experience and will always remember it.

Going into this experience, especially still as a high schooler, I was very nervous. But Nicole was so helpful and great at easing my nerves! The programs staff helped me sort everything out when my bag got lost, when my internship wasn’t a good fit, and with anything else I could’ve needed during my time spent in Spain. A Coruña is a great place with nice beaches and lots to do. One of my favorite things was getting to explore the city with the other students in the program. The only thing I would change about my experience is that I went for 10 weeks instead of 5!!

I spent 10 weeks in A Coruña, Spain, and it was an amazing experience. The weather was nice and a little rainy which made exploring the city enjoyable. A Coruña offers a great blend of urban environment with the added bonus of beautiful beach sunsets. Despite the cold ocean water, the beaches were a highlight of my time there and the sunsets were beautiful. The veterinary internship I participated in was particularly rewarding, providing valuable hands-on experience that deepened my understanding of the field. Additionally, I had the opportunity to study Spanish with excellent professors, which significantly improved my language skills. Santiago de Compostela was another highlight of the trip. The city's history and cathedral were both very impressive.

I chose this program due to reading a positive review! So, here is my honest review!! I HIGHLY recommend Linguistic Horizons for your study abroad experience here is why...

This summer I participated in a pre-vet internship with A Chico Centro Quirúrgico, a Veterinary Clinic in La Coruña, organized by Linguistic Horizons. It was an incredible learning experience that allowed me to gain valuable insights into the field of veterinary medicine and improve my Spanish language skills.

This was my first time traveling abroad and arriving somewhere not knowing anyone. I made so many new friends, quickly learned how to get around the city, and felt safe the whole time. Nicole is so friendly and sweet and definitely helped the whole experience go smoothly. She has organized an incredible program that even when she had an emergency and had to leave the country, the program continued to flow smoothly! I highly recommend this program to anyone interested in a study abroad opportunity. My host family was so sweet and hospitable. They became my family and support system while abroad and were attentive to anything I needed!

I wasn't sure if the Spanish course would be challenging, but it was the first time I'd taken a Spanish course that taught me something new in almost every class. The conversational style of the course was so valuable, that I genuinely looked forward to my Spanish classes as well as our field trips. This was the first time I ever did a presentation in Spanish too, which was really exciting!

During my internship, I had the chance to observe various aspects of veterinary practice, including diagnosis, laboratory work, ultrasounds, surgical preparation, and more. These experiences were not typically a part of my job back home, making the internship even more valuable. I was pleasantly surprised by the level of involvement I had during my internship. I learned how to intubate, assisted with a dental cleaning, and even had the opportunity to assist in the operating room for surgery. This hands-on experience allowed me to apply my knowledge and skills in a real-world setting. Thanks to my personal passion and go-getter personality, I was able to get the most out of this experience.

This internship not only deepened my passion for veterinary medicine but also instilled in me the importance of being able to confidently and accurately practice medicine in Spanish. As I continue to learn more about veterinary medicine, I am committed to also learning it in Spanish, thanks to the invaluable experience provided by Linguistic Horizons.

I am unbelievably grateful to Linguistic Horizons for organizing such a wonderful program. I hope to have another similar experience in the future, and I highly recommend Linguistic Horizons to anyone seeking a unique and enriching study abroad opportunity.

I had such a blast this summer in A Coruña thanks to Linguistic Horizons! They provided safe and comfortable housing right in the heart of the city with a lovely host family, an amazing internship opportunity with a local business, and fantastic spanish classes! Not only do i feel that my spanish improved immensely, but i was able to grow as a person and experience a world of opportunities i wouldn’t have ever known about if it wasn’t for Nicole. She was so helpful with any question or concern<3

I had a great time studying and interning abroad with Linguistic Horizons! I spent a little over a month in A Coruña, Spain in the summer of 2018. The town was super walkable and safe, and the weekend trips to Portugal and Barcelona were a lot of fun. : ) Nicole found me an internship that matched what I was looking for and an apartment that was just a short walk away, and she was always ready to help while I was there. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to immerse themselves in Spanish!

This is a once in a life-time kind of program. The internship placements felt very personal and cultivated toward my professional goals. Nicole is always extremely friendly, conscientious, and quick to respond to emails/concerns/questions. I stayed in Spain and I can say that my Spanish vastly improved, especially because of the emphasis Nicole put on speaking Spanish the whole time. As awesome as the internship placement was, I also felt like there were lots of opportunities for weekend trips and to make friends with locals. I’d highly recommend for people interested in cultural immersion.

If you are considering to study abroad, I strongly recommend Linguistic Horizons. Nicole, the program director, is very well organized, always available and willing to help the students. The program is well structured with a syllabus suitable to the course. There are a lot of weekend excursions which make the time abroad extremely fun. La Coruña is a safe and beautiful coastal city to learn Spanish, practice with native speakers, enjoy the culture and food while enjoying life abroad. That was my first time in Spain and quite frankly I didn’t regret a second of it.