The Lexia staff assists students in adjusting to and interacting with the local culture. Students are encouraged to attend extracurricular events and to become involved in volunteer activities during the program. All Lexia students have the option to apply for an internship in the host city. Internships are viewed as a supplemental part of the program and present an additional commitment beyond the regular course work required of all students. Due to the full academic and excursion schedule, student may intern no more than ten hours per week.
Internships are generally available in nonprofit organizations, among others.
The Lexia staff makes every effort to meet a student's request for an internship, but placement is not guaranteed. Options vary, depending on the economic and employment situations in Havana, as well as the student's language ability. All internships are unpaid. Students must apply for an internship at least two months in advance in order to receive consideration for placement. Final placements are not made until students arrive in Havana and an interview is conducted with the internship provider.