Social Work Internship with an NGO in Barcelona

Complete your internship in Barcelona and get involved with local organisations working to promote social inclusion and support people in vulnerable situations. This experience will give you an insight into how the Spanish non-profit sector operates while allowing you to develop your skills in a multicultural environment.

Working with various partner organisations, you will contribute to projects supporting children with disabilities, people experiencing social exclusion, and a range of community-based social initiatives.

Your Missions

• Prepare and lead educational, creative, and recreational activities for children with disabilities.
• Assist local teams in supporting people experiencing social exclusion.
• Participate in the organisation of social initiatives and community events.
• Contribute to the logistics and operations of a food bank.
• Help maintain and improve facilities through painting, decorating, gardening, and minor maintenance work.
• Support local teams with the day-to-day activities of the organisations.

Tasks are adapted to the needs of the host organisations and will allow you to develop skills in social support, project management, teamwork, and intercultural communication.

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This internship is particularly suitable for students in social work, psychology, education, special education, occupational therapy, international relations, sustainable development, project management, or humanities who are looking to gain international professional experience while contributing to high-impact social projects.

Additional Information

This internship is unpaid. In the vast majority of countries, there is no legal requirement to provide financial compensation to interns. Our partner host organisations operate within different local economic and legal frameworks, where hosting international interns is based on training and cultural exchange rather than remuneration.

Accommodation, meals, and transportation costs are paid before your departure. This advance payment allows RealStep to confirm and secure all your accommodation and local services with our partners before your arrival, ensuring that all logistics are already in place before you leave.

To help you finance your internship, discover our funding options and available grants.