Absolute Internship S.L.

Role Description The Housing Coordinator plays a pivotal role in securing, optimizing, and overseeing student and faculty housing operations globally across Europe and Asia. This role ensures alignment between high-level fiscal planning and on-the-ground property execution, taking full accountability for housing standards, vendor contracts, and quality measures across both Internship and Custom Programs. - Standardizing property management processes - Overseeing operational housing setups - Managing localized budgets - Collaborating with internal units - Optimizing processes using regional data systems - Working closely with the Senior Global Operations Manager and regional teams - Driving operational excellence, safety compliance, and participant satisfaction Qualifications - 2-3 years of professional experience in housing coordination, property management, corporate relocation, or student affairs operations - Advanced knowledge of housing contract processes, international leasing frameworks, and accommodation safety standards - Proven experience managing or tracking property budgets and negotiating competitive service agreements - Comfort leading meetings, managing workflows, and addressing real-time emergencies under pressure - Highly organized with strong problem-solving instincts and the ability to prioritize multiple competing requests across geographies - Full professional proficiency in written and verbal English is required - Fluency in additional European or Asian languages is a major plus Requirements - Lead the strategic sourcing, financial negotiation, and contracting of all student accommodations in global program locations - Develop, monitor, and manage the master housing budget - Maintain absolute database integrity within the CRM - Liaise directly with the Custom Programs unit - Conduct regular inspections and quality assurance checks of accommodation - Guide ground teams in crisis management - Coordinate across regions to standardize operational housing processes - Manage and optimize long-term landlord and property provider relationships - Create internal operational housing documentation Benefits - Inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, celebrated, and respected - Opportunity to support and enhance international programs year-round

Role Description To ensure exceptional program delivery by supporting the management of logistical operations that support a safe, organized, and enriching international experience. In this role, you will deliver high-quality, efficient operational support across all program locations, deliver a high-quality onsite experience for students, and enhance the overall student experience through smooth logistical execution and clear, timely guidance on compliance processes. Qualifications - 2+ years of work experience. - Prior experience in Business, Project Management, Team Management, CX, or Operations is highly desirable. - Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in International Business, Program Management, Operations, or a related field. - Excellent communication and advisory skills for diverse international students. - Deeply familiar with day-to-day work culture and communication dynamics in Asia. - Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. - Number-savvy. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills. - Positive Attitude: You think nothing is impossible. - Driven: You are confident, take initiative, and venture into uncharted territory. - Highly organized and able to prioritize multiple competing requests. - Excellent communicator, a passionate team player, good under pressure, and fast on your feet. Requirements - Develop and support the management of relationships with local vendors; negotiate contracts and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints. - Prepare and manage program material, including calendars, handbooks, and master sheets. - Support internal webinars and pre-departure planning efforts. - Process insurance for program participants. - Support with housing bookings and numbers. - Conduct site visits and travel to program locations to support on-site operations. - Support with Program Coordinator onboarding, training, and management. - Support the Operation Managers in researching, planning, and organizing all aspects of the on-site activities. - Support the Operation Managers in researching, booking, and managing the payment policies and cancellations of the hotels for your cities (for weekend trips) and cancellation policies for other cultural activities and transportation. - Assist the Operations Managers in managing administrative tasks such as participant counts, visa and flight status updates, flagging concerns from health and wellness documentation, budget tracking, and invoice processing. - Respond to operational inquiries from local teams and provide problem solving support in real time. - Support our international students through operational workflows. Benefits - Structured onboarding and continuous training in program management, operations, and logistics execution. - Direct mentorship and a clear, defined path to grow professionally. - A high degree of role autonomy where your operational wins directly impact real students within the same season. - A vibrant, international team culture that values flexibility, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Role Description Combine your business development expertise with a passion for international education as the Local Placement Manager for Lisbon. In this role, you will take full commercial ownership of building, managing, and sustaining a high-performing city placement ecosystem. This role combines placement execution, business development, relationship management, and commercial ownership. - Drive the front-end sales pipeline during the sourcing season and transition into a relationship manager. - Direct and prioritize the work of a seasonal Internship Placement Coordinator during peak placement cycles. Employer-Facing & Business Development Responsibilities - Own and Scale the Lisbon Network: - Run targeted business development activities to acquire new host companies. - Expand corporate partnerships and consistently hit city-level placement targets. - Execute Sustained Outbound Activity: - Drive cold outreach, physical networking, and lead generation campaigns. - Target Strategic and Global Opportunities: - Map local office locations of global host companies. - Identify nationality-specific business communities in Lisbon. - Develop Low-Season Collaborations: - Source and develop Remote Project Studio projects with new companies during off-peak cycles. - Nurture and Retain Corporate Partners: - Re-engage previous employer partners and secure early forward volume commitments. - Maintain CRM and Data Integrity: - Manage a highly accurate, conversion-focused CRM pipeline in HubSpot. - Provide Market Intelligence: - Spot local market trends and corporate demand signals. Student Placement & Relationship Responsibilities - Execute High-Quality Placement Matching: - Manage the end-to-end matching process for international students. - Manage Quality Assurance: - Maintain strict host company quality standards. - Prepare and Coach Students: - Support student interview preparation and placement readiness. - Direct Seasonal Support: - Supervise and mentor the seasonal Internship Placement Coordinator. - Support Visiting Groups: - Assist in coordinating Custom Experiential Programs for visiting student cohorts. - Resolve Placement Issues: - Act as the primary local point of contact for resolving placement-related issues. - Collaborate Cross-Functionally: - Work closely with Student Experience, Operations, Program Delivery, and Regional Leadership. Qualifications - 3+ years of experience in placement, recruitment, business development, sales, or account management. - Proven track record of hitting targets. - Fully fluent in both English and Portuguese. Requirements - Demonstrated success hitting commercial, recruitment, placement, or sales targets. - Strong proficiency in managing sales pipelines and tracking conversion metrics within CRM platforms (HubSpot preferred). - Based in Lisbon with deep knowledge of the local corporate and business landscape. - Highly organized, adaptable, and comfortable working autonomously. - Collaborative professional who works well within concurrent ownership models. What We Expect - Unwavering professionalism, integrity, and credibility in all interactions. - Exemplary conduct and prompt responsiveness across all communication channels. - Positive, respectful, and highly collaborative attitude toward all colleagues and stakeholders. - Proactive, resourcefulness, and creative problem-solving. - Meticulous attention to detail and organized pipeline execution. Benefits - Structured onboarding and continuous training in placement excellence and employer relationship management. - Direct executive mentorship and a clear path to grow into senior placement and regional leadership roles. - A high degree of role autonomy impacting real students' career trajectories. - A vibrant, international team culture that values flexibility and creativity.

Role Description Combine your business development expertise with a passion for international education as the Internship Placement Manager for Paris. In this role, you will take full ownership of growing and managing our host company network across the city. At its heart, this is a placement and business development role: - Research prospects, drive cold outreach, pitch partnerships, and match ambitious international students with life-changing internship opportunities. - Drive the front-end sales pipeline during the sourcing season and transition into a relationship manager to ensure high-quality placement experiences. Qualifications - 3+ years of experience in business development, corporate sales, agency recruitment, or account management with a proven track record of hitting commercial targets. - Fully fluent in both English and French (written and spoken) with the ability to pitch to C-suite executives and support an international student base. - Strong proficiency in managing sales pipelines within CRM platforms. - Based in Paris with deep knowledge of the local corporate and business landscape. - Intellectual curiosity, an entrepreneurial mindset, and comfort working in an autonomous role with high visibility. - Excellent presentation and public speaking skills. - Able and eager to wear many hats and collaborate effectively within a small, agile team. Requirements - Own and scale Absolute Internship's corporate network across Paris by researching, sourcing, and converting cold prospects into signed partners. - Execute sustained outbound business development activity, including cold calling and direct outreach campaigns, to consistently expand the network. - Target and secure overlooked opportunities, including international firms with Paris offices and local, nationality-specific business communities. - Develop project-based collaborations with companies during the low season to build a diverse pipeline beyond traditional internship models. - Use the low season to strategically re-engage past host companies and secure early commitments for the upcoming cycle. - Maintain an accurate, conversion-focused CRM pipeline to track every stage of the business development funnel. - Bring localized market insights and business development data back to Regional Leadership to help shape broader European expansion strategies. - Match international students to the right host companies to guarantee mutually beneficial outcomes and successful program completions. - Support students through interview preparation and placement readiness to ensure a confident first day on the job. - Maintain rigorous quality standards across all host companies to protect the student experience and the Absolute Internship brand. - Turn newly acquired accounts into long-term partners and brand advocates who return season after season. - Oversee and direct the seasonal Placement Coordinator to ensure seamless interview scheduling and administrative execution. - Collaborate closely with the Student Experience, Operations, and Regional Leadership teams to ensure flawless program delivery. Benefits - Structured onboarding and continuous training in business development, B2B negotiation, and placement strategy. - Direct executive mentorship and a clear, defined path to grow into senior placement and regional leadership roles. - A high degree of role autonomy where your business wins directly impact real students within the same season. - A vibrant, international team culture that values flexibility, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking.

Role Description Combine your exceptional empathy with an elite eye for detail as a Student Visa & Compliance Specialist, where you will be the dedicated point of contact and trusted advisor for our international students. In this role, you will drive student compliance and peace of mind by providing clear, step-by-step guidance through dense immigration frameworks. You will directly impact a student’s journey by removing the stress of paperwork, ensuring error-free submissions, and maintaining seamless digital records. Student-Facing Responsibilities - Direct Student Advising: Serve as the primary, go-to resource for international students, providing step-by-step guidance, timelines, and personalized support for their visa applications. - Document Review & Prep: Assist students in gathering, verifying, and perfecting their financial, academic, and personal documents to ensure error-free submissions to consulates. - Student Webinars & Info Sessions: Host interactive pre-departure webinars, workshops, and Q&A sessions to educate students on their visa requirements. - Resource Creation: Develop and maintain student-friendly visa guides, FAQs, application checklists, and video tutorials to make the immigration process intuitive. Compliance & Tracking Responsibilities - Immigration Tracking: Actively track each student’s visa application status from start to finish, proactively reaching out to students who are falling behind schedule. - Problem-Solving & Escalation: Provide real-time support and troubleshooting when students face visa delays, rejections, or roadblocks with consulates. - Record Management: Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and confidential digital records of student visa statuses and communication histories within our CRM. Qualifications - 2–4 years of experience in student-facing advising, international student services, or student visa coordination. - A genuine passion for supporting students, celebrating their milestones, and patiently guiding them through high-stress situations. - Strong foundational understanding of student visa processes and regulations for our primary program destinations. - Meticulous attention to detail to catch paperwork errors before they reach a consulate, with the ability to manage a large portfolio of students simultaneously. Requirements - Exemplary conduct and empathy in all internal and external student interactions. - High responsiveness to address student anxieties swiftly and maintain key tracking milestones. - Anticipating pipeline delays and maximizing student engagement before formal program start dates. - Striving for a near-zero visa rejection rate through flawless pre-submission document reviews. Benefits - Join a small but mighty, mission-driven team that values creativity, flexibility, and entrepreneurial thinking. - Beyond professional development, our impact goes further: we are launching our foundation to provide easier access to education for 500 children around the world by 2031. Company Description We are a pioneering global firm featured in The New York Times, BBC, and Bloomberg. In just a decade, Absolute Internship has grown into a household name in international education, leading the industry across global hubs from London and Madrid to Tokyo and Singapore. We partner with world-class companies and universities to empower students to step out of their comfort zones and discover the world through life-changing experiences. Absolute Internship is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, celebrated, and respected. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and skilled individual to our team!

Role Description The University Partnership Manager is responsible for both managing and growing Absolute Internship’s university and institutional partnerships. The role combines account management (retention, success, and expansion of existing partners) with business development (identifying and securing new strategic partnerships). The objective is to ensure long-term partner success while expanding the organisation’s global academic network and program footprint. Key Responsibilities - Professionalism at all times. - Exemplary conduct in all internal and external interactions. - Promptness and professional communication (12-hour email response policy). - Positive and respectful attitude towards all stakeholders. - Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and responsibility in handling financial data. - Ability to work with numbers confidently and maintain data integrity. - Team collaboration and readiness to support multiple finance functions as needed. - Proactive behavior. - Excellent communication skills, written and verbal. - Organizational skills to guarantee efficient time management. Account Management - Own a portfolio of university and institutional partners as the main point of contact. - Ensure high levels of partner satisfaction, engagement, and retention. - Manage the full partnership lifecycle: onboarding, delivery, renewal, and expansion. - Act as the trusted advisor to partners on program design, delivery, and outcomes. - Coordinate closely with internal teams to ensure seamless program execution. - Monitor partner performance, feedback, and program success metrics. - Identify opportunities to expand existing partnerships (new programs, regions, formats). - Represent Absolute Internship in meetings, conferences, and partner visits (virtual and in-person). Business Development - Identify, engage, and secure new university and institutional partnerships globally. - Develop tailored proposals for new academic programs and custom collaborations. - Lead partnership discussions from initial outreach through to signed agreements. - Collaborate with internal teams to design new program models based on institutional needs. - Attend conferences, fairs, and institutional events to generate new leads. - Support strategic outreach into new regions and academic segments. - Contribute to the development of scalable partnership models (custom programs, faculty-led, remote projects). Program & Student Engagement - Coordinate student-facing touchpoints where needed (e.g. interviews, pre-departure sessions). - Support partner alignment on academic and operational program elements. - Ensure student experience aligns with institutional expectations and learning outcomes. Cross-Functional Collaboration - Work closely with Operations, Marketing, and Placement teams to deliver seamless programs. - Contribute insights from partners to improve program design and delivery. - Collaborate on marketing materials, case studies, and partnership storytelling. - Support continuous improvement of systems, processes, and partner experience. Qualifications - 5+ years experience in partnerships, account management, business development, or higher education. - Experience working with universities or international education stakeholders is required. - Previous sales experience is highly desired. - Bachelor’s degree required. - Proven track record of managing the full lifecycle of complex academic proposals, from initial market analysis and stakeholder alignment to final institutional approval and launch. - Positive attitude – You think nothing is impossible. - Goal oriented – You possess an acute sales instinct and aim to exceed your goals. - Driven – You are confident, take initiative, and venture into uncharted territory. - Highly organized and able to prioritize multiple competing requests. - Excellent communication skills in both written and oral. Training & Development - Partnership & negotiation training. - Higher education ecosystem and program design understanding. - Data literacy and performance tracking. - End-to-end understanding of the student journey. - Exposure to multi-market international operations. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Absolute Internship is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, celebrated and respected. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and skilled individual to our team!

Role Description Combine your customer service excellence with a passion for international education as an Enrollment Coordinator, where you will drive student recruitment through consultations, interviews, and hitting ambitious sales targets. Reporting to the Enrollment Team Manager, you will also provide critical administrative B2B support by managing CRM data, updating university tracking sheets, and creating tailored account materials. Student-facing Responsibilities: - Provide application advice by telephone and via email - Review and approve student applications for our programs - Coordinate and perform admissions interviews - Prepare acceptance and rejection letters for reviewed applicants - Give presentations to potential students online and offline - Embrace ambitious sales targets and see them as an opportunity to contribute to the overall goals - Attend webinars and career fairs- both virtually and in-person - CRM Data Management B2B Support Responsibilities: - Ensure all deals are up to date and tracking properly - Create personalized materials for high-touch accounts, including university platforms, requirements for enrollment, and keep updated with any changes - Design and manage tailored partner surveys to gather critical data on deadlines, regional restrictions, and insurance requirements, ensuring a seamless and personalized service delivery - Keep the Key Account sheet up-to-date based on new information from universities - Update university tracking sheets - Gather relevant materials for university proposals - Prepare case studies for potential and existing accounts - Prepare detailed insight reports for universities - Support in putting together post-conference follow-up materials and information - Compile common questions into market-specific FAQs Qualifications - 2–3 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree and excellent verbal/written skills - A "can-do" attitude, creative problem-solver, and comfortable with high-volume outreach - Detail-oriented with strong time management and CRM experience - Enthusiastic about travel, intercultural exchange, and helping students discover the world Requirements - 2-3 years of work experience - Bachelor’s degree in Recruitment, Business Development, Admissions, or Consultative Sales - Entrepreneurial spirit and intellectual curiosity, outgoing personality, and comfortable with high-volume engagement - Passion for travel and intercultural experiences - Outgoing and comfortable speaking with high volumes of people throughout the day - Strong communicator with excellent writing, verbal and presentation skills - Professional proficiency in both English and Spanish (written and spoken) is highly desirable - Able and eager to wear many hats and collaborate with a small (but mighty!) team What we Expect - Unwavering professionalism at all times - Exemplary conduct in all internal and external interactions - Promptness and professional communication (12-hour email response policy) - Positive and respectful attitude towards all stakeholders - Resourcefulness and creativity - Proactive behavior - Attention to detail - Creative problem-solving and detail-oriented execution - Organizational skills to guarantee efficient time management Benefits - We are a pioneering global firm featured in the New York Times and BBC - We provide world-class internships in cities like Barcelona, London, Tokyo, and Singapore - Join a vibrant, international team that values creativity, flexibility, and entrepreneurial thinking Equal Opportunity Employer Absolute Internship is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, celebrated and respected. We look forward to welcoming a passionate and skilled individual to our team!