Program Reviews

My internship with Learn International has truly been the most memorable and wonderful opportunity of my entire life. Through first-hand experience I have seen and learned so much about my dream career. I've met and worked for/with brilliant people who share the same passions as me. My placements were a perfect fit for me — both the internship placement and my homestay placement seemed perfectly tailored to me and what I wanted to get out of this experience. The staff at Learn International are exceptional — they took the time to get to know me and my ideal internship experience and they matched me with a perfect placement. I could not have asked for a better experience — the people I met, experiences I had, and the things I learned will be memories I will never forget.

I was seeking an Internship abroad, to enhance my CV and discover a new country, but then due to the pandemic, I decided to opt for a Virtual Internship. I worked from home in Italy, but with Learn International was like being in Ireland, thanks to all the cultural tips received! I really enjoyed this experience, it was also challenging and professional. I had the opportunity to work in a friendly and flexible context, and I feel to have learned a lot. I can't wait to go to Ireland in person to meet the LI Team!

I absolutely loved my internship experience with Learn International. I developed a number of skills related to my career aspirations, as well as general (transferrable) skills. The team at Learn is wonderful, I always felt comfortable and as though my opinion was valued, which is incredibly important. Despite the internship being virtual, I learned so much about Ireland and Irish culture in the most authentic way possible given the circumstances. Thank you for everything! I highly recommend an internship with Learn International.

I spent the fall semester in Carlow, studying at IT Carlow in their Brewing and Distilling Program. My major back at home is chemical engineering with a minor in brewery engineering, so this was a great opportunity for me to take a deeper academic dive into the specifics of the brewing industry, which is where I hope to work once I graduate. It was also a great opportunity for me to travel and explore a new country and learn about a different culture. The folks at Learn International took great care of me, both before I traveled, and while I was in Ireland. They worked with me to find the best housing option, which for me ended up being a shared home with roommates, close to the college. (A homestay was also offered as an option.) While I was in Ireland, they were always just a text or phone call away if I had any questions or concerns, and offered great travel advice when I decided to adventure outside of Carlow. Even though I was a full-time student while I was there, I had time for several weekend trips to explore more of Ireland and even made it over to Scotland for a few days.

I really enjoyed my internship with Learn International. They were a really nice team to work for and my manager was so helpful and supportive and always available on G chat for any questions. I would really recommend an internship with LI as I feel that I have gained some great experience of both marketing and of working in an office. Getting the chance to work virtually was also really great as it meant that I could work from home while I couldn't travel and now I have those skills for the future. 10/10 work experience!

Due to Covid-19, my internship changed from in-person to remote. I was very happy that my internship placement worked with me to continue my internship and not postpone my initial plans. My virtual internship allowed me to gain knowledge and skills pertaining to my career plan. I was able to take on independent projects and feel apart of the company team. Communication was fluid with morning team calls, quick email responses, daily check ins with my supervisor and weekly check ins with company co-founders.

My experience was amazing. I was able to work in all areas of the field of Archaeology. I worked with specialists in other areas I was interested in as well. I learned all about the field and what the workers do daily. I experienced internal and external affairs of the job as well as having the support of Learn International staff and my host family. My host family took me in as one of their own and made my home sickness bearable. I don't know what I would have done without that support. It was life changing.

I really enjoyed what DCUISS had to offer me. Not only did I get to see a lot of the city and enjoy being in Ireland, I also learned more about the country as well. Study abroad was a requirement for my degree to graduate and I am glad I decided to do this program because it offered everything I wanted in an study abroad experience. I would recommend this program to all my friends and anyone who is second guessing themselves. Just go for it, you will not regret it. Go out and find the free things in the city if you don't like spending money. There is something for everyone in Dublin so don't be afraid to explore. When I was here I tried my best to live in the moment but don't forget that you also have classes to focus on. Loved the trip, the staff, and everyone I meet on the way.

Studying away in Dublin this past summer was a great experience. Dublin is an amazing city and the transportation is extremely easy and convenient. The Learn international staff were super supportive, kind, and there whenever you needed them. Being able to learn inside the classroom, go on excursions, and have time for yourself to explore Ireland was really amazing. The overall experience is something I won't forget and would recommend to anyone.

I had the best time in this program! The classes were interesting and the field trips related to them were educational and fun. The staff are welcoming, friendly and extremely helpful! The excursions that Learn International planned are beautiful. The whole group got to explore a lot of the island. I absolutely love the staff! They are super nice and understanding. I never felt nervous to talk to them about anything. Overall it was an unforgettable experience!