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Program Overview

Why just visit Spain, live here for as long as you want! You can do exactly that with our Spa and Resort Work program. This allows you to live and take on a job in any major city, be able to cover your living expenses, and have a life-changing experience!

Spas and resorts offer all the luxury you can imagine, letting you enjoy life while working in a wellness atmosphere and improving your Spanish. We offer several placements in the hotel and catering sectors. The most common are waiter/waitress, concierge, receptionist, barman, cook, and kitchen assistant. All of these positions are in high-class hotels.

Working between 35 and 40 hours a week provides you with the following:
Accommodation in the hotel or a nearby apartment
3 meals per day
Pocket money of at least 200 euros per month, with some hotels offering higher amounts

To participate, you must:
- Complete the enrollment form and attach a current CV
- Be aged between 18 and 35
- Commit for a minimum of 4 weeks

This work program offers the following benefits:
Improve your fluency in Spanish
Gain work experience and improve your CV
Pay for your stay in Spain
Integrate into the Spanish culture and way of life

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Program Highlights

Take advantage of a highly affordable job/internship abroad program.
Combine work experience, cultural immersion, and language acquisition in one program.
Become more passionate about meeting people from all over the world while walking a meaningful path.
Learn from a team of professionals in the industry.
Experience real Spain and have a wonderful time doing the things you love, from exploring Spanish gastronomy and taking photos of beautiful places!

What's Included

Tuition & Fees
Some Accommodation

Program Details

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Locations

  • Alicante, Spain
  • Barcelona, Spain
  • Bilbao, Spain
  • Cadiz, Spain
  • Cordoba, Spain
  • Fuerteventura, Spain
  • Gran Canaria, Spain
  • Granada, Spain
  • Huelva, Spain
  • Lanzarote, Spain
  • Lleida, Spain
  • Madrid, Spain
  • Malaga, Spain
  • Marbella, Spain
  • Salamanca, Spain
  • Santander, Spain
  • Santiago, Spain
  • Seville, Spain
  • Tenerife, Spain
  • Valencia, Spain
  • Valladolid, Spain

Types & Subjects

  • Fields
  • Hospitality
  • Spanish
  • Tourism

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • American
  • Australian
  • Canadian
  • European

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Independent living

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Written Application

Age Requirement

18-35

Duration

  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1 Year

Salary & Compensation

Accommodation + meals + 200 Euros (USD 350) monthly, working 35 - 40 hours per week

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Sandra FortunyUnited States · April 2019

A lovely time in Spain learning and working

Instituto Hemingway was truly a great help. It's a group of great professionals who helped me in everything I needed, always giving the information that I requested. Without them, I could not have found the company that I did an internship in. I really liked to do an internship in the company. All members of the company were very welcoming and friendly. About my internship, it was and it is the best thing in my life. I really really enjoyed it. It was something different but people made it super nice and easy for me. They were supporting, caring and nice and they taught me a lot of things at the same time. But I need to be honest, in the beginning, it was hard. I didn't expect to work like that, I am talking about split shifts every day because I was told that I would do that occasionally but it was every day actually. But in the end, it all worked out because if I knew that before I wouldn't go. In my opinion, this is an amazing opportunity for young people to try something new, learn different stuff and meet beautiful people. I can definitely say that I met people for life. They were my family all time long and I can not thank them enough for everything they did for me. In the end, all I can say is that I am already looking for another internship

Maria StradaAustria · March 2019

I enjoyed so much working and living in Spain!

I came to Spain to do an internship where in a hotel in Northern Spain. The placement is in is a really beautiful place and it was great to live by the beach as the weather there was amazing. I worked as a receptionist in the hotel there and I really enjoyed it and gained a lot of experience. First of all a big thanks to Instituto Hemingway for organising this internship for me. The whole process was very simple. Regarding the internship it was all mostly a positive experience. I feel like I learned a lot at my time with the company.

Donald RiveraUnited Kingdom · July 2018

Learning Spanish while working was a great experience

My experience with Instituto Hemingway was absolutely amazing. I got so much out of it. From improving my Spanish to traveling all over Spain, it was definitely the best 3 months of my life. I met so many amazing people, some who will be friends for life. I highly recommend taking the 3-4 weeks taking Spanish courses before going to work to a hotel.

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FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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What kind of jobs are available in the program?

The program offers a variety of jobs in spas and resorts, including positions in hospitality, customer service, wellness, and more. It typically ranges from 3 to 6 months.

What are the eligibility criteria for the program?

Applicants should have a good command of English and/or Spanish, depending on the specific job. Some employers may require prior work experience, but this is not always the case.

What kind of support is provided to program participants?

Participants receive assistance with job placement. They provide support throughout the program. The salary and work schedule can

vary depending on the employer and specific job.

Is there any financial compensation or support provided?

The program is not free, and participants are responsible for finding their own accommodations. They can provide assistance with
finding affordable housing options. Program fees vary.

What kind of skills and experience can participants expect?

Participants can expect to gain practical experience in their field of interest, as well as skills in customer service, communication, teamwork, and intercultural competence.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

Spanish School Federation, FEDELE
GoAbroad Top Language School 2018
Bildungsurlaub
Top Rated Language Schools of 2020 Notable Mentions

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