Program Reviews

I spent two months here in Madrid, Spain living with 9 other individuals who all are doing internships just like myself. The AFIS program helped me so much throughout the entire process and allowed me to easily transition from my life back in the States to life in Madrid. AFIS provided me a great internship at HelpHousing and I learned so much from the people who were involved! Also as someone who’s Spanish is very subpar, I felt welcomed by everyone and they were very friendly and supportive to me learning their language!

Studying abroad was the best decision i’ve ever made! I met so many amazing people and made so many new friends. I even got to travel around Europe and go places like switzerland and paris! The advisors were extremely helpful to assist with anything you may need. If you’re thinking about studying abroad through global experiences, DO IT! My summer went by so fast! I was nervous and scared coming into the program but by day 1 I was already extremely comfortable with the whole situation! So thankful i made the decision to go to Milan!

Overall I think the program provides a little bit of everything, it was a great experience and im very glad I did it, I think my advisors did any amazing job and helped me in any way they could along with my internship and housing accommodations were great. The travel I did outside the program was great and allowed me to explore and see the world as I wanted, I think the social scene is very flexible and comfortable to each there own. I learned a lot and think This internship is just right for people who want to see the world and experience it in a
perfect amount of time

My experience in Milan was nothing short of phenomenal. The program/trip itself was great but the best part had to be the friends I made. Everyone is so kind, warm, and welcoming. Whether I see them again or not (and I hope I do see at least some of them again) they will always hold a special place in my heart. Additionally, experiencing many different aspects of the culture of Italy was amazing, whether it be eating truly authentic Italian food, learning the language, looking at art, or learning about the history of the country.

This was genuinely such an amazing experience! The staff is so friendly and helpful throughout the entire process. They have several steps in place that ensure that you feel and genuinely are prepared for all steps of the internship process, as well as all the shocks you may experience living in a new country. The housing was exceptional, being very close to the main parts of the city and in a safe and clean area. The additional excursions that they plan in your city are also so fun and a great way to experience touristy activities one may not have access to otherwise.

I love the city of Milan, I was here for 2 months and still didn’t get a chance to do everything. There’s so much to do in Milan but my favorite part was meeting people from all around the world even others in the program. I’m a “foodie” so being in a city like Milan made trying new food so simple, every street has something unique on it and the food is amazing almost everywhere. Global experiences made everything easy on us which I’m grateful for. It was truly an amazing experience I would recommend this trip to anyone and I would do it again.

I was exposed to the fashion industry. This is something new to me, and I am so grateful for the efforts the advisors made to help me find this position. As long as you are vocal about what you are looking for, that is what counts the most. The more specific I was and the detailed feed back I gave to them after my interviews allowed them to find the BEST option for me. Apart from the job, I genuinely cannot say I have had an experience like this. I met new people, I got to know a new culture, I was allowed to travel on my free time, and ate some very good food!!

I had a great experience this summer in Milan. From my internship, the friendships I made, and the advisors we had, everything was perfect. I learned so much about myself this summer through living on my own in a foreign country. It got hard at times when I was home sick but it was super easy to book a trip and get out of the funk. I learned a lot during my internship that I will be able to apply to other jobs back in America. Overall my favorite part of this experience is the relationships I made with those around me!

AIFS went above and beyond my expectations. Moving abroad alone is so exciting but can also be really scary at first. Starting months before the program started, AIFS helped every student to connect with each other, prepare for our experience, and give us all of the resources we would need. There was multiple on-site staff that were always ready to help in any way they could. They organized amazing excursions for the students, including a wine tour, boat ride, painting, and more. Most students were housed in the same building, that also was beyond my expectations as it was so much nicer than the stories that I had heard about housing in Florence. I truly believe I could not have had a better experience and it’s thanks to this program!!

As a journalism intern with Romeing Magazine through Global Experiences, I had the opportunity to discover Florence, Italy through a unique lens that led me to exciting discoveries I could have never imagined prior to this experience. I was able to cover and write about exhibitions at several museums, visit delicious restaurants and exciting events, and make friends that will last me a lifetime. In addition to the growth I experienced personally and professionally, I had a lot of fun on the several excursions and events the AIFS/Global Experiences team planned for participants. I especially enjoyed being able to take a fresco painting class before touring the beautiful and awe-inspiring Palazzo Vecchio. I will never forget the two months I spent as an intern in Florence through this program — wish I could live it all again!