Company Internships
Mandatory internships are one of the fundamental pillars of the ESCI-UPF academic project. They represent a unique opportunity for students to apply the knowledge acquired in the classroom and develop key skills for their future professional career.
Collaboration between universities and businesses is essential for student training. Internships allow students to develop skills, learn about real market dynamics, and establish valuable contacts with the business community.
FAQs
What is the difference between mandatory and extracurricular internships?
- Mandatory internships are linked to the Company Academic Internship required subject.
- Extracurricular internships are optional once students have completed 50% of their degree. They are not linked to any subject. Students’ job responsibilities should be related to the degree programme.
- In the Master in International Management and the Master in International Digital Marketing, internships are also optional, and, in this case, there is no requirement to have passed a specific percentage of courses. In all cases, the tasks must be related to the study plan.
How many hours do students have to put in?
- Mandatory internships: a minimum of 450 hours hroughout the degree.
- Extracurricular internships: a maximum of 800 hours, but there is no minimum per academic year or any of the programmes.
Part time or full time?
- Mandatory internships: third-year students on a full-time basis from April onwards, minimum 30 hours per week.
- Extracurricular internships: part-time or full-time, depending on the undergraduate student's workload. In the case of Master's degrees, their dedication can be full-time.
Does the company have to pay National Insurance contributions?
- Mandatory internships: yes, students must be registered with the Spanish Social Security system and the State. These internships benefit from a 95 % reduction in contributions for common contingencies.
- Extracurricular internships: the company has to pay National Insurance contributions and will not be reimbursed.
Are students covered by any kind of insurance?
All students on internships are covered by ESCI-UPF’s third-party liability insurance policy. Students aged 28 or older have to take out their own private insurance policy.
How is the agreement signed?
On the secure digital Xolido portal, which works effectively for all three parties.
What does it cost to sign the agreement?
The agreement is free of charge.
Are student interns paid a minimum amount during their internship?
Yes. ESCI-UPF sets out the minimum amount students should be paid for the work they do as interns: €335/month for part-time internships and €670/month for full-time internships.
Can students continue their internship once they have graduated?
No. The educational cooperation agreement finishes once students graduate. At this point, ESCI-UPF plays no further part in their employment path.
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