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.
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.
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
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
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 Linked In or workingholidaycanada.org/programs
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