Internships in Edinburgh, United Kingdom

My time in Scotland was absolutely incredible! So much more than expected while also changing and improving my life and who I am. It allowed me to be in a place and have the opportunity to work with animals in a new and unique setting that I wouldn't be able to find anywhere else. From working with the birds to spending time with the seals and large mammals I fell in love with the SPCA!

I absolutely loved working at Vet for Pets in Falkirk! Everything from work environment, learning opportunities, and hands on experience was phenomenal. Loads of surgery shadowing time, helping to recover post op patients, and watching consults. I would recommend this opportunity to anyone interested in small animal veterinary careers! I would love to come back one day!

I had a great time interning with the professors in Dundee, Scotland. They helped us integrate into the culture and navigate our new surroundings while also providing us with useful professional experience. I do feel that the admin of Adelante was a bit unorganized as far as knowing important information and providing context. I also found the meetings leading up to be a bit un informative and I would rather it be a time for us to meet each other than ask personal questions to a large group (many of which weren’t answered anyway). Overall I had a great time with this program, I just wish I had some more clarity in the earlier stages of the trip.

I was stationed with the best group of girls! The work we did was really fun and I created valuable relationships with people that work in my desired field of study. Every weekend was spent exploring and taking excursions! A great way to spend the summer!

I truly enjoyed every day i spent at Moredun. Everyone is so welcoming and friendly which made me feel at home. From farm life to cells under a microscope, I saw it all. I am so grateful for this opportunity that I had and I couldn’t have asked for more. This experience exceeded my expectations and I will miss everyone dearly. Until next time!

I have absolutely loved my time working at Queen Margaret Univeristy within the psychology department. I got to work with 3 different professors on their research projects, and they gave us lots of flexibility in shaping their research projects . This is an experience unlike anything I have done before, and I got real world research experience that will help me further my academic and professional goals. I have also loved living in the city of Edinburgh, and I don't want to leave!

The program is what Adelante advertises- adequate housing is provided and collaboration with researchers in the psychology department at QMU is arranged. Our program had a significant amount of free time which is ideal if you plan on traveling outside of Edinburgh.

Going into this program, I was extremely nervous about everything from living situations to transportation. I have never been outside of my home country and I have never traveled by myself. Adelante Abroad made this experience extremely easy and less nerve-wracking. The Adelante staff are extremely nice and friendly. They are happy to answer any questions you have and they will gladly recommend places to visit based on past experiences from students. The housing I was given was perfect. It was just a short distance from a train station, a grocery store, multiple bus stops, a tram stop and multiple restaurants and cafes that were delicious. The housing allowed me to truly be immersed in Scotland's culture. My placement was absolutely phenomenal. The staff were absolutely amazing. They answered all of my questions and were super friendly. They also gave me great recommendations for food and travel to do outside of Edinburgh, which was where I was living. This program was a once in a lifetime opportunity and being able to participate in such a great program is the best thing I have ever done.

It was really fun, Dr. Knowles was very informative and supportive. Edinburgh is beautiful; however, it rains a lot, so bring a rain jacket. There is so much to do, so take advantage of seeing Scotland by train. There is no need for super fancy clothes; at university, everyone is very casual. The apartment felt safe, and so did the city. Public transportation is excellent, and getting around is easy. Make sure to visit the local markets and try some traditional Scottish food. The university facilities are top-notch, and there are plenty of resources available for research and study. Social life is vibrant, with plenty of cafes, pubs, and cultural events to enjoy. The locals are friendly and welcoming, making it easy to feel at home. Overall, my experience was enriching both academically and personally. I highly recommend it to anyone considering a study or work opportunity in Edinburgh.

For a person who had never traveled to the other side of the pond, I have to say that it did not disappoint. Scotland was beautiful, its city, its culture and its people. The intership placement was incredible and full of knowledge and learning. I loved the balance that the program has planned for you so that you can get to know your surroundings and meet and share with new people. Although everything is a little expensive there because of the difference in currency, I have to say that I would love to do it all over again. I’m very grateful for the experience.

This program was absolutely amazing. The veterinary clinic I was placed in was so welcoming and passionate. Every single day I spent in the clinic was filled with valuable learning experiences. It allowed me to fully immerse myself in the everyday life of a practicing veterinarian. Furthermore, all of the staff were happy to divulge their experiences handling various cases and answering any questions I may have. In addition, they also pointed out places to visit or things to do in Scotland on my days off from work. Their input really helped to make the experience truly memorable as I got to explore some of the less touristy areas. I would highly recommend this program to anyone who is interested in pursuing a degree in veterinary medicine as it offers a brilliant opportunity to observe and learn.

Genuinely one of the best experiences of my life! It's amazing to be able to get hands-on experience relevant to my future career, while also being able to travel and explore new places. I've truly enjoyed my time here in Scotland both in the workplace and while traveling. Everything is so beautiful and has a deep history behind it, and it's wonderful getting to know every nook and cranny of this city.

Ive loved the program, they supplied everything they said the would and I have gotten to have an amazing time in Scotland. It feels like the program is a little unorganized at times but that's understandable because it's not an easy task and since they are willing to be patient with me I will be patient with them.

I enjoyed my time in Barcelona very much. I was ecstatic to get there and start. When I first started it wasn't exactly what I was expecting. Nonetheless, I enjoyed every minute of it. I have made some dear friends. I can say I will be back in Barcelona. I would recommend Adelante. Without them, none of this would have been possible. Spain in general is beautiful, but Barcelona has to be my favorite. It has everything. From mountains, oceans, beaches, forests, etc. They have the cold, breezy weather and the hot, humid weather.

I really enjoyed my time as an intern through Adelante Abroad. I spent six weeks living in Edinburgh, Scotland, where I spent most of my week participating in research on pig behavior. I major in animal science, and I just applied to veterinary school, so this internship was very helpful in preparing me for my future career as well as my vet application. I also had such a fun time in the city, as I had never been to Europe before, and living there for the length that I did was incredibly cool. There was so much history and I feel that I got to see, experience, and learn so much during my time there.

The program and my time at QMU were really positive - working at the psychology lab was really fun and informative and I’m sure having the experience will help me in the future. The housing was really central and the uni as well as all tourist attractions were easy to access via public transport. There were a lot of restaurants close by as well as some bars and pubs for going out and having a nice time. The weather during June was also surprisingly nice and overall there was nothing to complain about.

A good induction was conducted, provided a lot of clarity to the students as to what to expect in the upcoming weeks. The environment was very student friendly and understanding. My supervisor gave us the opportunity to raise any concerns or things we would like to do instead when it came to tasks. Experience helped develop skills relevant to research, such as communication, statistical analysis, team work, problem solving and also created a familiarity with computer softwares such as E-prime.

This was definitely a great experience! It was great exploring Edinburgh and I made great friends. I believe I was the first student in the Ag Business program so the placement wasn’t exactly what I was expecting but I still had a great time. The company I worked with were so nice and I got to see a lot of farms around Scotland which was amazing. The only complaint I have to Adelante is that they really don’t give you a ton of information about certain things. I had no idea about what I would be doing in my placement, who I would be working with, and certain things about the housing situation. Also the housing didn’t come with basic cooking staples like seasoning, cooking oil etc. otherwise the housing was great and super close to downtown which was nice. This program was still worth it, I made great friends and got to see so much of Scotland!

I had a great time in Edinburgh through Adelante Abroad. I found it very last minute but I am so glad I decided to commit as I met some friends that I would consider myself very close to, was able to have an internship, become more independent, live in a new place, and explore new places and landscapes all in one trip.

Going in, I wasn’t quite sure of what to expect for our placement because we were prefaced with several possibilities. However, our supervisor was extremely friendly, helpful, and set up our research in such a way that we were able to travel to new places to do research which allowed us to both work and experience Scotland to the fullest.