A wondrous and necessary experience for growth. Past Review
By Zack Idelbi (University of Warwick) - abroad from 03/04/2017 to 04/29/2017 with
The Intern Group: Madrid Internship Placement Program
I learnt what it felt like in a professional environment relating to my career. I learned the programs I wanted to learn to become more employable and discover myself in this industry. I learnt some basic spanish and I enjoyed the culture I was surrounded by everyday.
Personal Information
| How much international exposure did you have prior to this program? | None |
Review Your Program
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* Overall educational experience
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I came back from Madrid after 2 months and I wanted to say thank you for everyone who was with me throughout my journey. It was scary at first, living in a country where the majority don't speak your language, however the fear was overcome shortly after you change your perspective of the situation. It's really just in your head and you have to know that everything is going to be ok. I've met a lot of interesting people which made my time a joy while I was there. It was sad to say goodbye to all my friends and everyone in the company, but I enjoyed myself and had a good time so I shouldn't ask for more. The city has a lot to offer and it was a great experience working there; I have learnt so many new things and I am grateful. |
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| If you could do it all over again would you choose the same program? |
Yes
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Finances
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* Money: How easily were you able to live on a student's budget?
(1 = not very easy/$200+ on food & personal expenses/week, 2.5 = $100/week, 5 = very easily/minimal cost) |
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| Not including program expenses, about how much money did you spend on food and other expenses each week? | £80 |
Language
| * Did your program have a foreign language component? | Yes |
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How much did the program encourage you to use the language?
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| How would you rate your language skills at the beginning of the program? | Beginner |
| How would you rate your language skills at the end of the program? | Beginner |
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| About how many local friends did you make that you will likely keep in touch with? | 0 |
A Look Back
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| * What do you know now that you wish you knew before going on this program? | Spanish on a basic level. |
