Students are encouraged to improve their language skills through study abroad. Recent internship placements include the Latin American Health institute in Boston, and Consumer Quality Initiatives. Academic college: The Gwen Ifill College of Media, Arts, and Humanities. This Bachelor of Arts program focuses on the practical application of Spanish language skills in various professional contexts, emphasizing cultural understanding and real-world experience.

Career options in translation and interpretation, international business, education, healthcare (especially in areas with Spanish-speaking populations), social services, government and diplomacy, tourism, and journalism. The program encourages study abroad and provides internship opportunities for practical experience.

Simmons University is based in Boston, regularly voted the USA's #1 student city. Simmons is women-centered at the undergraduate level. All students gain practical, career-related experience through an internship, clinical placement, research project, or independent study. The program is within The Gwen Ifill College of Media, Arts, and Humanities.