PINC International

I enjoyed every aspect of this immersion program from learning Spanish to walking around the city seeing the beautiful people and architecture. Barcelona has so much vibrance, its difficult to take it all in at once. The workshops were truly a unique experience I would never of had the opportunity to participate because they were tailored to the group. I learned so much about Barcelona artists, the people, and the language. The experience has enriched my understanding about my place and connection to the world that I am really excited to return some day. Everything from the airport pickup, to the apartment we stayed in, and to the insider knowledge about where to go made this trip even more enjoyable and safe.

All throughout my undergrad I knew I wanted to study abroad to further develop my International Business and Spanish degrees, I just couldn't seem to find the right time, place, or option. When the idea of PINC was dropped into my lap, I jumped on it. I immediately emailed Lisette, the founder and CEO, and she was extremely responsive and excited. Her dedication and excitement helped calm any nerves that I may have had during our first phone call.

From that first phone call more than six months before the program, she was easily reachable whenever I needed any question answered or any nerve calmed. When trying to decide on an internship placement for me, she knew all of the right questions to ask and really took into account all of my past experiences and my expectations for the internship. My placement ended up being perfect, and I was able to learn so much about running a small business, while also being able to use and improve my Spanish skills.

The program itself is so well put together and planned out that I truly did not need to worry about a thing. The apartment that Lisette found for us was modern, clean, and in an amazing location. The Spanish classes that we took the first week of the program at La Aventura Española were very well organized, very professional, and we were all placed in the appropriate level. The last week, Lisette offered us a series of professional development workshops, where I learned many skills that I have already incorporated into my life.

I wouldn't take back my experience for anything, and I am incredibly grateful for the connections I made and the lessons I learned.

I recently completed the Summer Immersion in Barcelona. I learned so much on this trip-culturally, professionally, and personally. I love how this program allows you to touch base on all of those different aspects. It was truly a great experience and I cannot wait to go back to Spain in the future.

My favorite activists of the trip were my job shadow day at a professional agency in Barcelona, the day trip to Sitges, and the different tours around the city.