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Future Leaders Program: Gap Semester in Spain
by: Spanish Gap Year
Join a program designed to foster teamwork and entrepreneurial skills through the combination of Spanish language instruction, an internship in Barcelona, and the creation of a sustainable business model. The next session dates: March 1st to May 24th, 2025 September 6th to November 29th, 2025 Your gap semester starts with 4 weeks in Madrid and then 8 weeks in Barcelona. This 3-month program comp...
Join a program designed to foster teamwork and entrepreneurial skills through the combination of Spanish language instruction, an internship in Barcelona, and the creation of a sustainable business model. The next session dates: March 1st to May 24th, 2025 September 6th to November 29th, 2025 Your gap semester starts with 4 weeks in Madrid and then 8 weeks in Barcelona. This 3-month program comprises the following: Internship - We have partnered with Absolute Internships to offer placements across a range of fields. Be part of a cohort and never be the only student taking on an internship in Barcelona. Entrepreneurship - We have teamed up with business professors and entrepreneurs to deliver a business incubator experience. You will create a sustainable model built around SMART goals: ...
Program Highlights
Gain valuable experience in advertising, fashion, marketing, sustainability, or another field related to your studies through at least 160 internship hours.
Stay with a host family in Madrid and truly immerse yourself in the Spanish way of life, language, and culture.
Experience independent living with your fellow gappers while staying in student dorms in Barcelona.
Spend your 4 weeks in Madrid preparing for your internship, learning Spanish, workshopping the concepts of creating a business, and enjoying various activities.
Spend your 8 weeks in Barcelona engaging with local businesses and the community, designing a business plan, pitching your plan to a panel, and then bringing the project to fruition.
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- Barcelona, Spain
- Spring
- Fall
- 1-3 Months
- Short Term
- Accounting
- Administrative
- Business
- Development
- Economics
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- All Nationalities
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Money well spent!
by: Rebecca Gordon - United StatesProgram: Future Leaders Program: Gap Semester in SpainWe were hesitant about sending our daughter so far away to "reset" herself. High school wasn't a successful four years and we desperately something for her to believe in her abilities again. Wow....did this program do that! The closeness of the group and support from the organization turned our daughter around. She loved the adventure and thrived both personally and professionally. The communication from the team was super. I reached out whenever I needed anything, and they were quick to r...
Delivered Well beyond Our Expectations
by: Ken Silliman - United StatesProgram: Future Leaders Program: Gap Semester in SpainSpanish Gap Year: Our son, who is a junior at a large east coast US university, decided to take a GAP semester to gain life and real-world work experience. After meeting with a consultant at Gap Year Solutions, he was able to learn about a number of different GAP options in different countries. After careful deliberation, he chose The Spanish Gap Year Future Leaders Entrepreneurship program. He had an amazing experience with this program and gained more self-confidence, especially by navigating ...
My experience
by: Theo Robinson - United StatesProgram: Future Leaders Program: Gap Semester in SpainMy main goal going into this program was to improve my Spanish, and I was definitely successful with that, however you have to be intentional in ensuring that you are placed in a Spanish speaking internship, take advantage of extra Spanish classes, etc. Sagri and Maryam were very helpful, kind, and proactive, however the program’s instructions could be unclear at times. I personally had a fantastic time, but I think that you have to be self-driven to get the most out of it. Spain is a beautiful ...
Program Details
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Locations
- Barcelona, Spain
Types and Subjects
- Subjects & Courses
- Spanish
- Fields
- Accounting
- Administrative
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-3 Months
- After College
- During College
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
- All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Accommodation Options
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Home-stays
Qualifications & Experience
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- University Freshman (1st Year)
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Phone/Video Interview
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