Top 5 countries to do your BTS CI work placement in? You’re in the second year of your International Business BTS: well done, baby. And to round off your year in style, you need to go abroad for a work placement. It’s all the rage! It’s the perfect opportunity to discover another country while working in a company, and it’s a great way to build up your CV. The thing is, you’ve got quite a few countries to choose from. So International Horizons takes a look at the top 5 countries in which to do your internship. Hang on like a panda and let’s get started on the blog that could change your school career!
To make things clearer, we’ve even put it in order of priority: from the most expensive country to the cheapest! At International Horizons, we know what it’s like to struggle a bit, so we think of all budgets, and believe me: cheaper doesn’t mean less good! Read this blog’s Top 5 countries to do your BTS CI placement abroad.
Internship in the Netherlands
We’re not going to lie, doing an internship in Amsterdam is really, really nice. It’s pretty, the people are cool, they speak English really well and what’s more, the nightlife is pretty stylish. If you’re looking for an internship, we’ll be happy to help you find one. The population is quite Francophile, and many companies want to develop their markets, so they’re looking for prospecting interns. However, you need to have an idea of the cost of accommodation: it’s far from cheap. The best thing is to share with other students, otherwise you risk losing an arm and a leg in the studio (and we don’t like that). So Amsterdam is a great place to do your BTS CI work placement if you’ve got a budget to spare! Yes, Amsterdam is an expensive place to do a work placement abroad!
Accommodation: Rents in Amsterdam can be high. A monthly rent for shared student accommodation or a flat-share can cost between 500 and 800 euros. For a private flat, prices will be higher, generally around 1000 to 1500 euros per month.
Food: Plan to spend around €200-300 a month on food if you cook at home and save on restaurant meals.
Transport: Public transport in Amsterdam is fairly efficient, but can also be expensive. A monthly pass for public transport (tram, metro, bus) costs around 90 euros.
Entertainment and outings: Costs for leisure activities, outings and events can vary. Expect to pay around 300 to 400 euros for occasional outings.
Find out more about your BTS CI work placement in Amsterdam on our blog!
Internship in Ireland
Ireland is the place to be if you want to practise your English in traditional Irish style. There’s no doubt about it: Ireland’s economy is booming and there’s a lot of recruitment going on. Dublin is a great capital city, not too big and very international: ideal for making friends from all over the world, and continuing to work on your English in the evenings. Galway, Cork and Sligo: these 3 towns are also very cool, smaller and quieter if you prefer peace and quiet (Dublin is really very festive). Living in Ireland isn’t the same price as living in Amsterdam or London, but you’ll still need to spend a bit of money on your flat-share. Expect to pay at least €600 for a shared room.
Accommodation: Rents in Dublin can be high, especially if you choose to live in the city centre. A shared flat in the city can cost between €600 and €1000 per month, or even more. Rents in outlying areas can be slightly cheaper.
Food: Expect to spend around €200-300 a month on food if you cook at home. If you often eat out, expenses may be higher.
Transport: Dublin has a well-developed public transport network. A monthly season ticket for public transport (bus and tram) costs around 130 euros.
Entertainment and outings: Costs for outings, leisure activities and cultural events can vary. Allow around 200 to 400 euros for occasional outings.
Find out more about your BTS CI work placement in Ireland on our blog!
Internship in Spain
Wherever you go in Spain to do your BTS CI work placement, we can already tell you that it will be in the sun. At this time of year, there’s no doubt that you’re going to love it. Several sectors are particularly keen on international business development placements: food, cosmetics and the automotive industry. If you’re doing your placement in Spain, the big advantage is that most of the cities aren’t too expensive: Barcelona, Valencia, Malaga, Madrid, Bilbao: your shared rent shouldn’t exceed €400. What’s more, you’ll be improving your Spanish, which is perfect. In short, an internship in Spain is the ideal country in which to combine sunshine, a cheap life, language improvement and a prospecting internship.
Accommodation: Rents in Madrid can vary depending on the area you choose to live in. A shared flat in the city centre can cost between 400 and 700 euros a month. Rents in less central areas may be slightly cheaper.
Food: Expect to spend around €200-300 a month on food if you’re cooking at home. Restaurant meals may vary depending on the location and type of cuisine.
Transport: Madrid has an excellent public transport network. A monthly metro and bus pass costs around 55 euros.
Entertainment: Madrid is known for its lively nightlife and cultural activities. Expect to pay around 100 to 200 euros for outings, activities and events.
Find out more about your BTS CI work placement in Spain on our blog!
Internship in Malta
If Ireland doesn’t appeal to you, and sunshine is the name of the game, BOUM head for an internship in Malta. The island is full of companies, and the country is booming and looking to develop its international markets. For a flat share, estimate the budget at €400 a month. But be sure to get in early: the country is very, very popular!
Accommodation: Shared accommodation can cost between 300 and 600 euros a month, or even more depending on location and amenities.
Food: Expect to spend around €200-300 a month on food if you’re cooking at home. Restaurant meals may vary depending on the location and type of cuisine.
Transport: Transport in Malta is generally affordable. A monthly pass for public transport (bus) costs around €26.
Entertainment and outings: Costs for outings, leisure activities and events may vary. Allow around 100 to 200 euros for occasional outings.
Find out more about your BTS CI work placement in Malta on our blog!
Internship in Greece
Doing your work placement in Greece is a great idea. Life costs nothing, the sun is guaranteed, the water is turquoise, and everyone speaks English! Greece has a lot of import-export companies, so we can help you find your work placement, no worries. How much does a studio in Athens cost? Around €200. Let’s stop there, or you’ll never come back from your work placement in Greece, you little rascal.
Accommodation: Rents in Athens can vary depending on the area you choose to live in. A shared flat in the city centre can cost between 300 and 600 euros a month, or even more depending on location and amenities.
Food: Expect to spend around 100 to 200 euros a month on food if you’re cooking at home. Restaurant meals may vary depending on the location and type of cuisine.
Transport: Athens has a well-developed public transport network. A monthly pass for the metro and buses costs around €30.
Entertainment and outings: Athens has a rich cultural scene and many historic sites to visit. Allow around 100 to 200 euros for outings, activities and events.
Find out more about your BTS CI work placement in Greece on our blog!
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