Event Management Internship in Ecuador

  Ecuador

• All Other Regions of Ecuador: 
Guayaquil

Term: Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Winter 
Dates: Start dates are flexible and range from 2-6 months.

Description: A major Public Relations Corporation in the largest city in Ecuador frequently organizes public speaking events throughout the year. Past speakers have included US President Bill Clinton and Vice-President Al Gore. In addition to world leaders, international celebrities and sports stars are also scheduled to speak. Interns are needed to assist in a variety of roles related to Event Management, including marketing, project coordination, and logistics.

Highlights: In addition to an incredible internship, all programs of one month or longer include Spanish language training during the first two weeks. Several excursions are also included to help familiarize participants with the city, the surrounding area, and the Ecuadorian culture. Excursions may include visits to volunteer projects, festivals, city tours, river tours, social events, museum tours, and beach visits.

Qualifications: Participants are required to take a written language exam in order to assess the appropriate placement in language classes. A follow-up language interview will be conducted after participants arrive in Ecuador. Many internships are available for absolute beginners in Spanish with little experience in their preferred field.

Cost in US$: Participants in an international internship program of 3 months or longer with start dates between May and August of 2009 are eligible for a scholarship of 250. Please see our website for details.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently

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