Sophia S.
Legal InternshipAbsolute Internship|Barcelona
Now studying International Relations and Global Studies at The University of Texas at Austin
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Legal
United States
International Relations and Global Studies The University of Texas at Austin
My time in Barcelona was amazing! I worked at an immigration law firm and truly learned so much more than I expected to. I got to work under the CEO of the company as well as with the lawyers, which was such an insightful experience!
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Why Sophia chose this path
“I wanted to go abroad and build my resume at the same time!”
How I got in
I knew I wanted to be somewhere I could practice my Spanish, since I have been learning the language since 5th grade.
Top tips for getting accepted
Put yourself out there!
Common mistakes to avoid
I would have applied earlier to the program so I could receive more discounts and scholarships!
What Sophia wishes they knew
Things I wish I knew before starting
That spanish work culture is incredibly chill.
The hardest part
Certain clients were difficult to deal with, but I think that comes with the job!
The best decision I made
Going abroad!
What it's actually like
A typical day
Wake up, grab coffee with friends, head to the office, come home & grab dinner, and explore the city!
Topics Sophia can help with
Questions students ask Sophia
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