Description

Program Overview

Languages Canada, a Government of Canada-recognized organization under International Experience Canada (IEC), is accepting applications for an English Teaching Assistant internship placement in San Donato Milanese, near Milan, Italy, offered through our Working Holiday Program.

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Placement Details

Location: San Donato Milanese, Milan region, Italy (in person, on-site)

Placement period: approx. January 15, 2027 – May 15, 2027

Duration: 4 months

Classroom teaching/support: 12 hours per week

Monthly stipend: €700

Housing: Not included, but local guidance or connection with a host family may be available

This 4-month placement is a unique opportunity for a recent graduate to support English-language learning while gaining international classroom experience and immersing themselves in the local culture.

The selected candidate will work alongside a tenured English teacher to support students in developing their English communication skills, with a focus on language learning connected to professional and technical fields.

The teaching assistant will support English-language activities connected to the following fields of study:

  • AFM – Administration, Finance, and Marketing
  • CAT – Construction, Environment, and Territory

This may include supporting students with English vocabulary, communication practice, presentations, classroom activities, and subject-related language tasks in these areas.

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Eligibility Requirements

Ideal candidates should be:

  • eligible for the Working-Holiday or Study/Intern visa
  • currently completing or having completed university-level education, preference given to AFM and CAT fields listed above
  • motivated, adaptable, and ready to live and work abroad
  • comfortable working with students in a school environment
  • available for the full placement period from approx. January 15 to May 15, 2027

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Responsibilities

Selected interns are expected to:

  • support English-language learning in a professional and respectful manner
  • assist the tenured English teacher with classroom and student engagement activities
  • prepare for assigned activities, presentations, and lessons
  • support subject-related English communication activities in AFM and CAT
  • follow school rules, procedures, and expectations
  • communicate regularly with their host teacher or school advisor
  • be flexible and open to adapting to the school’s needs
  • represent Canada positively
  • complete the agreed placement period responsibly

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What’s Included

  • application review and candidate screening by Languages Canada
  • placement matching with the host school, if selected
  • support with travel preparation and visa-related guidance
  • monthly stipend of €700
  • supervision by a tenured English teacher or school advisor
  • ongoing communication and support during the placement

What’s Not Included

Applicants should be prepared to cover or arrange:

  • flights to and from Italy
  • housing, unless local support or a host family option is available
  • meals and personal expenses
  • health/travel insurance
  • visa or permit-related costs

Why Apply?

This program is a good fit if you want to:

  • gain international experience
  • live and work near Milan, Italy
  • build your teaching, communication, and intercultural skills
  • explore a future career in education, languages, international relations, global mobility, business, or technical education
  • experience life in Italy

Apply through LinkedIn or workingholidaycanada.org/programs

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