Custom Programs Operations Intern

• Location: Barcelona Spain
• Duration: Full-time paid internship begining of January 2027
• Application Deadline: 13th November

Absolute Internship is seeking an enthusiastic detail-oriented and proactive Custom Programs Operations Intern to join our team in this hands-on role you will support the day-to-day operations and logistics for our custom university and faculty-led programs across Europe while also taking ownership of global student welcome pack fulfillment.

This internship is ideal for a university student or recent graduate looking to gain real-world experience in international education global logistics and program coordination. You will work closely with our Custom Programs Operations Coordinators and Program Managers in a collaborative fast-paced environment.



We are a turning just a decade Absolute Internship has grown into a household name in international education leading the industry across global hubs from London and Madrid to Tokyo and Singapore. We partner with world-class companies and universities to empower students to step out of their comfort zones and discover the worldand themselvesthrough life-changing experiences.

But we are more than just a program provider. We are a lifelong community of belonging and a mission-driven team. While we offer immersive programs abroad that help students build professional networks and connect with industry leaders our impact goes further. We will launch and grow our foundation to provide easier access to education for 500 children around the world by 2031.



Most jobs offer a paycheck. Some offer a career. We offer a mission.

At Absolute you join a team that is small but mighty global yet intimate. Youll find a culture that is versatile entrepreneurial and deeply flexible. We dont just go to workwe move the needle innovate through obstacles and celebrate wins no matter the size.

• Barcelona Resident: You are currently living in Barcelona and available to work in-person/hybrid from our local team office.
• Organized Operations Enthusiast: You take pride in order accuracy and efficiencywhether youre tracking logistics data or packaging materials for international shipment.
• World-Minded Communicator: You are passionate about international travel and cross-cultural exchange with strong interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills.
• Resourceful Problem-Solver: You are quick on your feet eager to learn and comfortable multi-tasking in a dynamic fast-moving environment.

• Logistics & Booking Support: Assist Operations Coordinators with research and bookings for program components including group transportation student accommodations group meals venue spaces and cultural activities across European destinations.
• Student Admin & Pre-Departure Support: Help organize student health dietary and travel information. Assist with preparing pre-departure materials guides and customized student itineraries.
• Cross-Regional Operations Support: Provide administrative and operational assistance across various global program regions during peak travel and planning seasons.
• Welcome Pack Logistics & Fulfillment: Organize assemble and manage international shipments of welcome packs and program materials to students faculty and local guides worldwide.

• Professional positive and respectful communication with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Prompt responses adhering to our internal 12-hour response policy.
• Strong research organizational and time-management skills to meet strict operational deadlines.

• Experience: 1 year of prior experience in operations event coordination customer service student services or travel logistics
• Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelors or Masters degree (ideal fields include Tourism Hospitality Business International Relations or Event Management).
• Location & Eligibility: Must be based in Barcelona and eligible to complete an internship contract in Spain starting January 2027.
• Languages: Fluency in English is required paired with fluency in at least one of the following languages: Spanish French or Italian.
• Tech & Logistics Skills: Familiarity with standard workplace tech tools (Google Workspace Excel/Sheets project management tools) and comfort managing physical inventory and mailings.
• Mindset: Customer-service oriented proactive adaptable and excited to jump in wherever the team needs operational support.

Absolute Internship is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued celebrated and respected. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and skilled individual to our team to support and enhance our international programs year-round.