Internship and Study Abroad Program: Journalism or Communications

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Trimester, Winter 
Dates: Year-round

Description: Gain valuable real-world experience while living in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, Argentina. Differentiate yourself with bilingual journalism experience that will provide you with valuable skills for any career. Give yourself an edge in a competitive global media market by interning at internationally recognized media outlets; get your work published and receive academic credit while in Argentina.

The AJT program offers the following components:

* Internship (News Editorial, Public Relations, Magazine, Advertising, Photojournalism, Online/ Convergence & Broadcast)
* Interactive city tour and Spanish refresher
* Fully furnished apartment with phone, high-speed Internet and cable television
* Intensive Spanish immersion classes
* Weekly Spanish courses
* International Journalism Seminars
* Airport pick-up/ drop-off
* Special group excursions

Visit our Web site to learn more about our internships, read about past students and beautiful Buenos Aires!

Highlights: Secure the skills that you need to land that international dream job. A graduate with not only a comprehension of the Spanish language and culture, but also an understanding of the values and issues currently confronting the populations of both English and Spanish-speaking countries is in high demand. The skills and qualities obtained in the AJT program will make you a highly sought-after candidate in the new global workforce.

Participants will be placed in an internship specifically catered to the applicants qualifications and interests, as well as one that has a professional relationship with the AJT program.

The professional experience will consist of a 20-25 hour work-week. For questions or more information, please visit the AJT Web page or join the Americas Journalism Training Facebook Fan Page.

AJT 2010 Summer (May) Program, May 23 - Aug. 15 (12 weeks)
**Application Deadline Extended to April 1!!!**

AJT 2010 Fall (August) Program, Aug. 22 - Dec. 12
**Application Deadline May 1**

AJT 2011 Spring (January) Program, Jan. 16 - May 8
**Application Deadline Oct. 1**

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Qualifications: Students may be credit or non-credit seeking. Recent graduates are permitted. Students must: be 18 years of age and have proof of insurance. Type of internship and responsibilities depend on Spanish proficiency.

A completed application includes:
* AJT Application Form
* AJT Language Evaluation
* AJT Agreement (signed)
* University Transcript
* Photocopy of front and back of credit/debit card
* Photocopy of front cover and photo page of Passport
* 3 clips / writing samples (e-mailed as attachments) or 12 photos (for photojournalists).
* Resume (relevant experience only)

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: Regular 3- and 4-month sessions: 3,800-5,100 USD. Self-Design option varies (see the AJT site for a price listing).

Salary / Pay: Internship does not include stipend / benefits.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Argentina Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves:

• Other
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

Americas Journalism Training, Inc.'s Mission Statement: Americas Journalism Training (AJT) is committed to preparing university students and recent graduates to cover international affairs and minority communities by providing them with the resources to enhance their professional skills, bilingual fluency and international understanding.

Year Founded: 2005