Intern in Argentina

  Argentina

• Buenos Aires: 
Buenos Aires
• Cordoba: 
Cordoba

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Various start dates

Description:
Through this internship, currently enrolled university students and recent graduates can gain valuable professional experience in a Latin American country that draws more than 3 million tourists per year.

Argentinas modern and sophisticated capital city, Buenos Aires, possesses both a European atmosphere and an old-world cultural heritage that combine to create one of the most intriguing environments in the world. This interesting mix of traditions is what brings so many tourists each year to experience such regional diversity as the passion of Argentinean tango, the grandeurs of both European architecture and the thriving art scene, as well as the richness of natural wonders that this beautiful South American region has to offer.

Often called the Heartland of Argentina, Cordoba was the first capital of the country before Buenos Aires. It is now considered the second most important city in Argentina, with a contemporary and rapidly growing economy. This citys history intermingled with its modern buildings and excellent location makes Cordoba a very popular travel destination. Tourists come from all over to listen to the regional music (called cuarteto), to visit the many museums and architectural monuments that recall the citys colonial past, or to go exploring the unique natural environment that Cordobas extremely mild climates facilitate.

** Participants acceptance into this internship program is dependent upon their level of education, their professional experience, and their proficiency with the Spanish language.

Highlights:
Accommodations:
During their Internship, participants will live with an Argentinean family either by themselves or with a small group of other interns volunteering in their city. Participants will be provided with 2 meals per day, from Monday to Saturday (no meals will be provided on Sundays). Even though some host families may be able to launder participants clothes, participants should plan to spend around $4.50 USD per week on laundry.

In addition, although living with a host family will give participants an invaluable insight into the real Argentina, participants may also choose to live in a student residence facility on a local school campus (for an additional fee). If participants are interested in this option, they should contact AIDE for more details.

Language Classes:
For those who need them, optional language classes are available in Buenos Aires. Classes are held prior to the start of participants internships, and participants will be placed in a small group to receive lessons. These classes include home stay accommodations and 2 meals per day, except for Sundays.

Language classes are a great way to be introduced to a new country and to improve participants command of the Spanish language.

Internship Placement:
To see all of the internship placements we offer, please visit our website.

Also Included:
* Pre-departure orientation
* Internship placement in field of choice
* Travel/Medical insurance
* Visa assistance (if needed)
* Airport pick-up
* Arrival orientation
* One-way transportation to the city of internship
* Accommodations and 2 meals per day (no meals provided on Sundays)
* Full-time local representative in Argentina
* 24/7 personal support and emergency number
* Optional activities and tours
* Certificate of completion (upon request)

Qualifications:
* Participants must be at least 18 years old
* Participants must speak at least at an intermediate level of Spanish
* Participants must me eligible to receive a tourist visa to Argentina ***
* Preferably, participants should have experience in their field of interest

** Some positions require participants to hold a Bachelor's degree.
*** To determine their eligibility for the tourist visa, participants should contact the Argentinean consulate either by mail, email, or phone.

Single room occupancy in host family:
2 months: USD $2,900
3 months: USD $3,600
Additional Week(s): USD $350

Language Classes Fees
1 week: USD $500
2 weeks: USD $1,000
3 weeks: USD $1,500

AIDE is a non-profit organization. Donations contributed in excess of the fair market value of the services you receive from AIDE may be tax deductible. Please consult your tax adviser for more information.

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone Interview
• Resume

Post Services Include:

• Alumni Network

AIDE 's Mission Statement: Through education and the exchange of ideas and people across borders, AIDE will build a worldwide community of global citizens who will be part of an ongoing intercultural conversation. AIDE will be a catalyst for change in the world by building bridges between individuals from diverse cultures.

Year Founded: 1992