AIFS Abroad Reviews

I enjoyed my time here in New York City. The programme structure made my internship much easier to source and organise than if I had self-sourced the role and the Global Experiences staff provided excellent support throughout the application process. This was particularly helpful when obtaining all the relevant VISA documentation specific to the criteria of the internship. The internship itself was rewarding and inspiring, in line with the selections I'd made in the application process. The social events organised by GE alongside the programme were also really enjoyable, encouraging us to explore New York's culture and even including a day trip to Philadelphia outside of New York. I am returning to the UK feeling significantly more confident and assured in my career interests and trajectory.

My summer in Barcelona was amazing! I traveled to different cities, worked with amazing people, met lifelong friends, gained great work experience, tried amazing food, and discovered so much about myself. I would recommend this program to all students looking to experience something new and who want to see the world. Our program advisors were unbelievable, the city was amazing, and every single day I discovered something new and beautiful. I always found myself turning the corner and seeing something new for the first time, even if I had walked down that street before! I loved getting to know the locals and their stories, while learning about their way of life in Spain. I met people from all over the world and made great connections! Seriously the best summer of my life

Moving in general for school or for a job is exciting, but also can make you nervous. Most of us know what that feels like as we have just begun the process of moving for college, or we have finished and are trying to figure out where our next home is going to be. So, as you can imagine, moving abroad to London makes you feel the same way, but the GE Team, similar to family or friends, makes that transition a bit easier and makes you feel a bit more comfortable. Our London GE Representative, Carmen Chamorro, welcomed our cohort with open arms and was readily available to answer any of our questions throughout the entire program. She also was willing to discuss with your strengths, ultimately preparing you for your work placement. Thank you Carmen!

I was completely happy and satisfied with my placement, housing, and roommate. I have no complaints really. I started my journey to Milan 2 years ago, there were a few bumps in the road getting there but it worked out for the best in the end. I wish it wasn't so expensive, so everyone could experience it. I would do it again, but for less. I don't think its worth that much but i am very happy i did it, and i would consider paying it again if i had to. I loved the team, the program members I met along the way and of course my BOSS! I traveled, I learned, and most of all I had so much fun. You really can have it all. The memories made will never be forgotten nor will the people. It was truly life-impacting.
Now that I am back in America, I am ready to go back! I encourage everyone, I mean EVERYONE to INTERN/ STUDY ABROAD... someway, somehow!

The program directors of Barcelona are amazing. Inma and Saskia go above and beyond to make sure that everyone is comfortable and enjoying themselves. The housing is amazing and the program directors do an amazing job pairing roommates together. The trips that they plan beforehand to destinations, such as Costa Brava and Montserrat are really enjoyable and give you the chance to experience different areas in Spain. To future participants definitely go to Montijüic for sunset with chocolate and drinks. Also Bogatell is my favorite beach. There is a nice spot where you can jump off a pier into the water. For great food for cheap Carrer de Blai has Pintchos for 1.25 Euros each. For great tapas Pepita has some of my favorites. Disfrúatalo tí@s

I was required to complete an internship for my University, and I decided I wanted to go abroad. I had taken a gap semester with a different program in Spain before, and knew I wanted to take this opportunity to go back. After choosing Global Experiences, I was immediately taken aback by the amount of time they devote to each intern. We were given interview and strength coaching, they helped us build our resumes and cover letters, and checked in with us every step of the way.
I had very specific requirements set forth by my University as to how long and what tasks I needed to complete during my internship. GE guaranteed to find me a placement that accommodated these requirements, and I secured a perfect internship after my first interview. I couldn't have asked for a better company to work for!
In terms of housing, I was placed in a great location with the perfect roommates. GE took the time to look through the roommate questionnaire to ensure we were placed with compatible people and in a convenient location.
Our program directors, Inma and Saskia were AMAZING. I encountered a lot of random health issues throughout my time in Barcelona, and they told me exactly which hospital and clinic to go to. They also checked in on me when throughout this time even though they had over 50 other students to keep track of. They were always there to talk to and for any advice we needed.
Overall, this was the best summer of my life, and I wouldn't have changed anything about it. I am so glad I went with Global Experiences!

An internship through Global Experiences in San Jose is unreal. It's unlike anything you've done in a place that most people don't travel to. Having both support and independence makes it an amazing experience for sure! There are so many things unique to living in San Jose and in Costa Rica that really do make the experience both professionally and personally worthwhile in every sense. Being able to travel with the group of interns and on your own make the experience just that much better.

Mariel was amazing and such a huge help to adjusting to Costa Rican life, was able to show us all the local spots and make the two months in San Jose feel like home. There isn't anything that quite lives up to how incredible, personal and unique a trip like this really is!

I loved my experience here, the job I was placed with was amazing and the people were extremely supportive. GE did an amazing job being there for me and helping me settle into everything really easily. The coordinators are also great at just making sure you are doing alright and always open to talk to you about anything you may be having trouble with.
The housing was the most difficult part, we did have a mix up with departure dates, however, it was not on GE but rather the place we were staying. With that said, GE did an awesome job handling it promptly. The rooms are small but nice, and the custodial staff does come in the mornings on the weekend so be prepared for that! But they take out the rubbish as well as change your sheets every week!
Overall a great experience, would highly recommend.

If you are looking for a work experience unlike any other, then look no further! San Jose is a wonderful city filled with great opportunities for people with almost any interest imaginable. Your internship will be high-quality; you won't just be getting coffee, you'll be involved in meaningful work that impacts your company/organization. While there are certainly challenges throughout the experience, learning how to overcome them is incredibly rewarding, and by the end of your internship, you will have grown into a more mature, confident, and capable person. You will also make connections through your work that will be invaluable in your future professional endeavors. Going all the way to a country like Costa Rica might be an intimidating prospect, but the results are far more gratifying than anything you might find in a more familiar setting. If you want to gain work experience while having an adventure, then this is the program for you!

Internship:
I worked as an International Sales and Marketing Intern for a showroom. My co-workers quickly became like family. Although I was not always incredibly busy, I was given more responsibilities than I thought I would which I am truly grateful for. I gained so much knowledge and confidence during my internship. It was an incredible resume builder.

Housing:
I stayed in an apartment with 2 other GE interns. Our apartment was really nice, although we did not have AC (not shocking in Europe). The location of my apartment wasn't the greatest but once you learn to take the metro, Milan is a very easy city to navigate.

Fun, friends, travel:
I made incredible friends with fellow interns. I traveled all over Europe. I truly had the best summer ever!