Culinary Arts & Cooking Internships in Italy

Looking for the best internships in Europe to expand your global network and gain valuable work experience? Intern in Italy with Intern Abroad HQ and experience the magic of Rome- home to iconic landmarks, world-renowned cuisine, and a visually stunning cityscape. Based in the heart of Italy’s cultural capital, you’ll begin your program with included Italian language lessons (for beginners and intermediate speakers), designed to set you up for success before your internship begins. Choose from a diverse range of placements in fields like Digital Marketing, Architecture & Design, Cultural & Artistic Heritage, and Sales & Account Management. With affordable fees, flexible durations, and top-rated support, Intern Abroad HQ offers standout opportunities for students, graduates, gap year travelers, and career changers. Start dates are available year-round, with rolling admissions to suit your schedule. Upon completion, you’ll receive an international reference from your host organization- giving your résumé a competitive edge. Our expert team is here to ensure your internship in Italy helps launch a successful global career!

Interested in learning more about Italian cuisine? Join our culinary arts internship in Rome, where you will participate in a popular local restaurant’s house operations. This is the perfect opportunity to develop the necessary skills while exploring everything that Italy has to offer. You will take on the role of a line cook, working under the guidance and mentoring of an Executive Chef. You will also take care of responsibilities under the direction of a kitchen brigade. Your position involves learning consistency, speed, and technique in culinary arts. You have to be highly motivated and capable of understanding proper techniques for preparing food to carry out tasks effectively and efficiently. During the first few weeks, brush up quickly on given recipes. This way, you will guarantee efficient command in the kitchen while handling kitchen equipment with expertise and managing food waste. As a note, this six-week to 13-week placement may entail weekend or holiday shifts.

Live and work abroad with an internship in the thriving city of Milan, Italy. AIFS Abroad offers a tailored internship program complete with apartment-style housing, social excursions, and support from local staff! Milan is a bustling city full of internship opportunities in law, business, museum/art gallery management, and many other industries. The Milan Internship program offers the chance to immerse yourself in the language, people, and culture of the city through a combination of intensive Italian language training and professional work experience. Our Italy Internship program is perfect for those seeking a fast-paced, big-city feel in the style capital of Europe. AIFS Abroad guarantees tailored placement for accepted applicants. Interns can earn academic credit for their experience according to their home university's requirements.

Join World Endeavors for an affordable and unique internship opportunity in Italy. From international business, tourism, cuisine, fashion, and handicraft internships to one-of-a-kind opportunities, like interning with an Italian soccer team or an opera company, a wide variety of internships are available. Interns may also connect with other Italian language students and visit cultural sites in their new Italian city of Florence or Rome. If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind internship that offers both professional experience and the opportunity to learn the Italian language in the heart of Italy, this program is for you. Interns must be 18 years or older and have completed high school (or equivalent). World Endeavors’ International Internship program is open to current students, graduates, and mid-career professionals. Internship placement opportunities increase with experience or relevant coursework.

CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Find the right fit for you! Live, learn, and work abroad on an internship program with CIEE! CIEE Summer Internships CIEE Summer Global Internships are 6-credit, 8-week programs with full-time working hours (approximately 30 hours weekly) and a seminar. CIEE Summer Intern and Study Abroad are 6 to 7-credit, 6-week programs with a part-time internship (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and a 3-credit academic course. CIEE Semester Internships CIEE Semester Global Internships are 9 to 13-credit, 12-week programs that feature a full-time internship (approximately 30 hours weekly), a seminar, and an optional 3 to 4-credit academic course online. CIEE Semester Intern and Study Abroad Programs are 12 to 14-credit, 12-week programs that feature a part-time internship​ (approximately 20 hours weekly), a seminar, and two academic courses.

Unlike other "cookie-cutter" internship programs, we secure customized internship placements for our students. This program is ideal for a mature, autonomous student who is comfortable traveling abroad alone with remote support as opposed to local support. We do all the work that goes into securing you your dream internship. Participants will benefit from getting an internship that fits their interests and requirements. Valuable international experience in your field is priceless! Internships are available in Germany, France, Portugal, Italy, the UK, Greece, and Spain.

CIS Abroad Study and Intern Abroad programs are some of the most affordable, comprehensive program packages available. We also don't cut any corners by offering everything you would expect from an overseas program: tuition, housing, support, insurance, excursions, social and cultural activities, and airport pick-up – all considered the core of our package. Some programs also include all or most meals, extensive off-site orientations/excursions, transportation passes, and more. Whether you want to study for a year, semester, or summer, intern for a month to a year, or take an intensive foreign language course for a couple of weeks, CIS Abroad has the perfect program for you at the best value! "You're Going Places with CIS Abroad!"

Located in the heart of Tuscany, Florence clearly stands out as a cultural, historical, and academic center in Italy. It is known as the Birthplace of the Renaissance, as many Renaissance artists and authors called this city home. Dante, Boccaccio, Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and many more all helped make Florence the most important place to be during the Renaissance. With a population of roughly 380,000 people, Florence is a city vast in land area but effortlessly maintains its small-town charm. Students will find that they are able to walk to any major area in less than thirty minutes and, after a few short weeks, they'll instantly feel at home and become comfortable in their new environment. And when they're ready for a bit of adventure, Santa Maria Novella, the main train station, gives them instant access to travel around Italy and Europe.

Intern abroad in Rome and discover la dolce vita—the sweet life. Imagine studying art history as you gaze up at the Sistine Chapel or learning theology just a few blocks from the Vatican. Life in the Eternal City is an experience of a lifetime! Located in the vibrant Prati neighborhood, the CEA CAPA Rome Center offers courses in both English and Italian designed to bring classroom lessons to life. CEA CAPA Internships Abroad Rome provides hands-on, practical experience. Career fields include Housing, Hospitality, Health, Restaurant Management, Engineering, Ceramics, Travel Publishing, Hospitality, Higher Education, and Nonprofit Management. All CEA CAPA Internships Abroad have a strong academic focus, include personalized placements primarily with small- to medium-sized businesses and organizations, and offer multiple options and price ranges—from 8-week summer sessions to full semester programs. Enroll in study abroad coursework while interning to continue making steady progress toward your degree. Interested in CEA CAPA Internships Abroad in Rome? Contact us to get started!

IES Abroad offers 140+ programs in more than 35 locations worldwide for undergraduate students. We're a little obsessed with study abroad, and not at all ashamed to admit it. We are a highly-charged force of study abroad enthusiasts. Every day we have the privilege of witnessing how study abroad changes our students' lives. That's the reason we do what we do: to provide once-in-a-lifetime educational adventures. Everything we do is about the IES Abroad student. Our goal is to provide personal support and guidance throughout your application and enrollment process. Whether it's housing or cultural events or field trips, our job is to make sure you have the most authentic study abroad experience possible. Study with us for a summer, semester, or year. No matter the term, our world-class faculty and courses will engage you as you discover new ways of learning both inside and outside the classroom. How will study abroad redefine you? We can't wait to find out.

Tuscany lies at the center of Italy’s vibrant culinary heritage, renowned for its diverse array of flavors, from fragrant truffles and world-class wines to artisanal pasta and high-quality meats. At FCAS, we provide an immersive, hands-on culinary experience with intimate home cooking classes held four days per week (approx. 4 hours per session). Classes take place in a traditional Italian private kitchen, accommodating small groups of up to eight participants, and conclude with a shared meal. Each day, participants will have the opportunity to master 4 to 5 exquisite dishes, building a repertoire of approximately 65 delectable recipes each month. Language is not a barrier, as all classes include complimentary English interpretation (Italian-to-English translation). All of our students are either native English speakers or proficient in English as a second language. Upon successfully completing the course, students will receive a Certificate of Attendance. Location: Classes are held off-campus in Florence, accessible by walking or public transport. Duration: From 1 to 12 weeks. Fees: Starting from €1,650 (approximately $1,720).

Located in the historic center, Apicius International School of Hospitality offers the finest academic food and wine studies in all of Italy. Programs are designed either for people experiencing "the art of Italian cooking" for the first time or are experts in the field who wish to refresh and deepen their cultural and practical experience of Italian cooking. We consider cooking an art—a complete experience involving the mind, body, and soul in its appreciation. A division of Florence University of the Arts, Apicius offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and world-class faculty. The school is located just moments away from such treasures as the Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio, San Lorenzo Church, and the Uffizi. Florence's main central, indoor food market is simply a stone's throw away and allows students to learn about and use the freshest, most enticing ingredients available in the city.

Join the Molise Italian Studies Full Semester program, which is unique in the sense that you combine various experiences! You will complete a comprehensive pair of Intercultural Citizenship classes and take Italian language lessons. Plus, gain valuable experience within your field of study and give back to your host community through meaningful participation in the lives of its citizens. The foundation of this exchange is Community-Based Global Learning, including language immersion (CEFR Level B1 required), host families, Global Intercultural Citizenship education, and customized internships. Upon completion of the program, you will receive a Certificate of Intercultural Citizenship, the Global Competence Certificate, and a transcript from Northern Arizona University detailing your studies and service. Molise (pronounced [moˈliːze] (i.e. mo-LEE-zay)) is a small, remote region in Italy that remains untouched by the bustle of modern tourism, yet still allows easy access to the world-class opportunities and sophistication of Rome and Naples. As a land of welcoming and hard-working people and magical hillside villages, Molise IS where your adventure begins!

Gain an exciting 3-week international experience with the Global Training Program - Europe in Leadership & Strategy. You can choose to join in Rome, Italy; Lyon, France; or Barcelona, Spain. This unique opportunity allows you to work on a real-world business challenge set by Ureka Group, a leading organization planning to launch an AI-enabled Coding Course through Game Development. Throughout the program, you develop a comprehensive market entry strategy tailored to your chosen city and take the lead in conducting an initial market study to assess feasibility and create a go-to-market plan. Gain valuable hands-on experience in strategic planning, market analysis, and leadership by collaborating in multicultural teams and engaging with industry experts. Open to students from all academic backgrounds, this program offers a dynamic blend of experiential learning, professional networking, and cultural immersion. Whether aspiring to build a business, technology, or entrepreneurship career, this program equips you with the skills to innovate, lead, and succeed in the global market.