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Why do an internship in Canary Islands

History and environment

The Canary Islands are part of Macaronesia, which is more precisely a group of volcanic territories consisting of the Canary Islands, Madeira, Cape Verde and the Azores, located to the west and near the North African coast. The archipelago of the Canary Islands is the most populated, with about 2,218,344 inhabitants and the largest, with an area of 7,447 km2, of Macaronesia, consisting of seven main islands: Fuerteventura, La Gomera, Gran Canaria, El Hierro, Lanzarote, La Palma and Tenerife. In addition, it also forms one of the seventeen autonomous communities of Spain: the autonomous community of the Canary Islands. It is divided into two provinces, Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas. Since 1927, Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, share the function of capital of the archipelago, every four years. Moreover, being located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Canary Islands have an extremely mild climate. The average annual temperature can vary from 22 to 24 degrees throughout the year, which allows you to feel the heat but also to breathe the pure air of nature.

Places of interest and traditional festivals

Each of these islands has its own identity. Indeed, one of the most touristic activities, but worth it for its landscapes, is the crossing of the Maspalomas dunes, located on Gran Canaria island. On the other hand, on the island of Tenerife, you can discover a totally different landscape, dominated by a volcano. Not to be missed are its unmissable black sand beaches and its carnival. On the island of Lanzarote, its landscape marked by numerous volcanic eruptions, has a national park, Timanfaya, an unusual place to make an excursion. As for the island of Palma, its national park Caldeira de Taburiente, houses an astronomical observatory to enjoy the exceptional night light. Otherwise, in Fuerteventura, nicknamed “the red island”, by its numerous arid landscapes, is provided with an Oasis Park hosting more than 3000 animals. Renting a boat in the Canary Islands can be a good solution to enjoy and discover the different islands of the archipelago, without missing anything to see as the carnival of Tenerife or Gran Canaria, being the most popular festival.

Gran Canaria

Tenerife

Fuerteventura

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Information about internships in Canary Islands

Internships in hotels – Environment and departments

With IES Consulting, we have many contacts with different hotel chains, especially in the Canary Islands. Indeed, the tourism sector is a very important element for the economy of these islands, so there are many opportunities to do an internship. There are different types of internships that can be done by students who want to live a unique experience in this kind of sector. One can work in the hotel industry as a sales agent, taking care of reservations and everything related to the reception, as a quality assistant and also in events and public relations. In addition, it is worth noting that most hotels pay students, can accommodate them and cover the cost of food, which is not to be overlooked. This type of experience is a plus, as hospitality is a field that leans considerably toward the international.

Required documents and General process

In order to do an internship in Canary Islands, it is important to have an internship agreement, a Foreigner Identification Number (NIE) and a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Students from outside the European Union are required to obtain a visa from the immigration authorities. If you wish to find an internship in the Canary Islands with IES Consulting, you will simply have to register your profile and then apply for an offer accepting the process conditions, pass several interviews and finally, if you get a favorable answer, you will have to pay the service fees which will confirm your determination to do the internship. Finally, don’t forget to follow our instructions regarding all the administrative procedures.

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Opinions about IES Consulting Canary Islands

On which island of the Canary Islands should I do an internship?

The different islands of the Canary Islands are all touristic and each one has many internship opportunities, especially in the tourism, catering and hotel sectors. You can choose the one you want to have a new experience.

What is the most beautiful island in the Canary Islands?

All the Canary Islands are beautiful but their landscapes are different. Indeed, Lanzarote has volcanic landscapes while Fuerteventura has paradisiacal beaches. The island of La Palma is also very pretty but is more famous for its nature walks.

Is life expensive in the Canary Islands?

A bit like everywhere else in Spain, life in the Canary Islands is a bit cheaper than in France for example, or in other European countries. This may also depend on the season and the place where you are going, if it is touristy. Don’t forget to ask for information in advance!