Internships in Costa Rica 2010

  Costa Rica

• San Jose: 
San Jose

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Trimester, Winter 
Dates: Throughout the year: Monday preferred start date

Description: This program is aimed at university students with the appropriate skills, experience and Spanish language from all sectors. We offer a wide variety of work experience placements. Examples of the fields that we have found internship placements for are: administration, finance, marketing, hospitality and tourism, IT, architecture, engineering, social work, education, journalism, and more.

The minimum duration for this program is 4 weeks and maximum of 12 weeks. You will be enrolled in to an intensive group Spanish language course for the first two weeks of your time in Costa Rica. You are required to have an intermediate level of Spanish or higher, and if you do not meet up to these standards, additional Spanish language classes can be arranged. Most interns are NOT paid, however a benefits could be negotiated at the discretion of the company.

Highlights:
Interning in Costa Rica Offers:
* Practical international work experience in your field of interest
* A reference from your employer upon completion of your term
* A fantastic chance to improve your Spanish language skills while conversing with locals on a daily basis
* A chance to broaden your perspective and worldview
* A chance to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g.: cooking, crafts, dancing)
* Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about
* The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
* A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume, exhibiting your diligence, independence, and intercultural experiences
* A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills

Qualifications:
- You must be 18-30 years of age
- You must have some experience or studied subjects in your desired internship field
- You must have intermediate or advanced Spanish language skill (We offer Spanish language lessons if your language level does not meet an intermediate level)
- Open to foreign cultures and living abroad
- High level of responsibility
- Dedication to the full term of commitment

Cost in US$: 4 weeks 2,500; 8 weeks 3,025; 12 weeks 3,600. Concact us for more info.

Salary / Pay: Many companies offer benefits based on the performance of the intern. Compensation is to the discretion of the company.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Costa Rica Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Other
• Phone Interview
• Physical Exam/Health Records
• Resume
• Transcript
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Job and Internship Network

Cultural Embrace's Mission Statement: Our mission is to encourage people to recognize and appreciate cultural diversity. We believe that visiting a place firsthand allows one to truly experience the authenticity of a culture and develop his/her own impressions. Our goals are to provide quality service and opportunities for people to explore their world and enlighten their eyes, mind and heart. Traveling is a reciprocated flow of communication and interaction between people...the more you seek, the more you learn. "Discover the Similarities - Share the Differences"