Program Reviews

I had a great time. Made lots of friends and got to see a bunch of different places on the weekends. The weekdays were great for exploring Madrid especially trying different food spots. Also the haircuts here are cheap, mine was 20 euro. My internship was full stack web development, which was something I genuinely had no experience with prior(I’m engineering, not CS) but it turns out Claude code and my boss were very helpful and realistic throughout the process. It wasn’t always easy and mistakes were made but if you put in the effort it’s worth it.

My internship experience in Tokyo, Japan was an unforgettable opportunity that allowed me to grow both personally and professionally. Working with ARKit Jewelry gave me the chance to explore interior design, furniture sourcing, branding and creative business processes. Beyond my internship, living in Japan helped me become more independent, adaptable, and open-minded while experiencing a new culture and meeting amazing people from around the world. I’m grateful to The Intern Group for making this experience possible.

Everything turned out amazing. It was a fantastic experience being able to meet new people, work on a meaningful project, and adapt to a different culture. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to spend six weeks in Madrid. My favorite part of the experience was exploring and learning to navigate the city. There were so many amazing sights to see such as the Royal Palace, Retiro Park, and the Temple of Debod, as well as a multitude of gorgeous cathedrals. Overall I had a wonderful time in Madrid and I know that I'm going to value this experience for years to come.

During my digital nomad program, I had the opportunity to work remotely while exploring Spain and its beautiful cities. Traveling throughout the country was one of the best parts of the experience. I loved walking through the city, discovering new restaurants, and visiting museums. It is very easy to get lost in the best way and find new places to explore. The workload in my program was manageable, although working on New York time instead of Madrid time made it harder on some days to go out with other interns. For the most part, though, I had my mornings free, which I really enjoyed. I also loved the nightlife because there were so many different options. If you go to local spots, people are very welcoming and often interested in where you are from and where you are headed. I would absolutely choose Madrid again. You do not need to know Spanish to enjoy the experience, but it definitely helps to communicate and greet people in their own language.

Also, shoutout to our Events Coordinator, Corinne, who was so welcoming to every intern and brought an energy that made people feel comfortable right away. She was down-to-earth and reassuring, especially for anyone who was nervous. At every meetup, she made time to talk to everyone and check in!!

My internship abroad has been the best experience and opportunity! The Intern Group has made it so easy and fun. I felt supported through the entire journey. Would definitely recommend! Also having roommates who are also doing internships has made it so much easier. We did a lot together and really created strong bonds. The Intern Group also made an effort in planning social events with all fellow interns and we got a chance to meet and get to know everyone. The housing was also super neat and had everything we needed.

My experience with InternGroup has been more than just an internship opportunity—it has been a meaningful step in my personal and professional growth. From the very beginning, their team made me feel supported, welcomed, and confident about the journey ahead. The process was smooth, well-organized, and they were always ready to answer my questions and guide me whenever I needed help.

What I appreciated most was how they genuinely cared about creating a valuable experience, not just placing interns somewhere. Through this journey, I gained new skills, learned how to adapt in a professional environment, and became more confident in myself and my abilities.

InternGroup gave me the chance to grow beyond academics and see what I’m capable of in the real world. It’s an experience I’ll always be grateful for, and I would sincerely recommend it to anyone who wants to challenge themselves, grow professionally, and create memories that last a lifetime.

My 10 week program was an absolutely life-changing time of my life. Before choosing this program, I wanted a whole cultural experience, I wanted something new and I wanted to see a different side of the world. I had no expectations of what I was going to experience in Spain; I knew nothing about it, I didn't know how to speak Spanish, and I knew nobody going into it; and yet I can say this was the most life-changing experience I have had.

I was placed with INES Ingenieros Consultores, a fascinating engineering consultancy with a specialisation in transport infrastructure and restoring built heritage. I was tasked to assist them with flood modelling for 4 different regions around Spain. The country is quite known for their flooding from its mountainous geography so it was quite fascinating to see the focus on construction and infrastructure assets. The company also showed me the different projects they worked on and different contracts they have with clients regarding asset management, consulting, and design services which was very insightful. My co-workers were very friendly and advised me a few times with their day-to-day lives and general travelling around Spain. My mentor was very smart and experienced in his field and I learnt a lot from his teachings. Overall the work was a 10/10 experience, it's a vast contrast to the work I've experienced in Australia and I feel quite accomplished having done this internship. I felt motivated most days to come into work and learn from the opportunities they provided me with.

From visiting the historical villages and getting to know different people from various backgrounds, this program was an absolute pleasure for organising events to meet other interns and see the main parts of Madrid. The organisers were extremely helpful and provided valuable insights with travelling. I've made lifelong global friends with this program with different backgrounds, and absolutely want to visit their home countries. I was very happy with the hospitality provided by this program.

In terms of Spain itself, it was an absolutely insightful experience to travel around the country. Weekends were an opportunity to explore different cities around Spain, to see its unique landscapes and explore the night-life of Madrid. Madrid is quite famous for its night-life, and its no disappointment; the streets felt safe, the music and culture is lively, and I'm quite happy to have seen this. For an adventurous and outdoorsy person, Spain is definitely on top of the list to visit. Hiking is plentiful and quite rewarding in this country. From the famous Picos de Europa, Pyrenees Mountains on the French border, and even mountains just one hour north of Madrid; just the experiences were absolute eye gazing moments. The landscapes were lively and the animal-life was abundant even during the late-winter/early-spring season. For a historical and cultural person, everywhere in Spain is abundant with life and heritage. Stone structures are preserved throughout time, religion is a big part of Spain, and the food is most Spanish the further away from the city you go (from my experience at least).

Overall, this solo adventure will forever be a big part of me and will sit deep in my heart. A huge thank you to The Intern Group Madrid Team for giving me this opportunity, for organising housing, events, and the internship itself; I will be forever grateful for the memories I've made on this journey and I will always want to return. It is such a lively country, suitable for almost everyone, and there will always be something to do in Spain.

Hasta luego, España!

The internship I completed in Tokyo was fantastic! Thanks to the Intern Group and all their support and provisions, I was able to undertake an engaging and fulfilling internship within one of the most beautiful and vibrant cities in the world. The Intern Group were extremely skilled at analysing my resume, as based on my strengths, they suitably paired me with the NGO Seibo Japan, where I was able to grow and develop my skills and interests in marketing and fundraising. I would highly recommend taking part in an Internship with The Intern Group, and I can't wait until I return to Japan!

My internship program in Madrid was in experience I’ll never forget. I wish I could do this 100 times. My program was amazing, accommodation was great, everyone at my internship was so kind and supportive, and the social scene was incredible. My program leaders, Corrine and Lalita were so helpful and kind. I met so many new awesome people who I will stay friends with after the program is over. This was genuinely the best experience I’ve ever had the opportunity to be a part of and I would recommend it to anyone!

Dublin was absolutely awesome. All of the events were so much fun and the city is so cool. I definitely recommend going to everything they plan for you. I had such a good time here in Dublin. The busses are always late so plan ahead but the luas is great. Laundry is wildly expensive so pack accordingly. I recommend bringing enough clothes to last at least a week. Dublin is an expensive city too and drinks are not too cheap. I hope you like Guinness because that’s the cheapest drink at most pubs.