Internship in Ecuador

  Ecuador

• Quito: 
Quito
• Galapagos Islands: 
Galapagos Islands

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Throughout the year; every 1st & 3rd Friday of each month

Description:
Our internship program in Ecuador provides currently enrolled university students, recent graduates, and professionals the chance to better understand their field of study while gaining valuable work experience that will distinguish their resumes. Additionally, we offer participants of this program the chance to learn more about the life and culture of Ecuador from an intimate perspective.

AIDE believes that cultural exchange develops tolerance and understanding of circumstances and societies that are different from our own. Our aim is to build a worldwide community of global citizens who will be part of an ongoing intercultural conversation. Welcome aboard, and we hope that you enjoy this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Accommodations:
During their internships, participants will live with an Ecuadorean family either by themselves or with a small group of other interns in their city. Participants will be provided with 2-3 meals per day. Even though some host families may be able to launder participants clothes, participants should plan to spend around $3.50 USD per week on laundry.

** A handful of internship positions offer on-site living instead of home-stay accommodations.

Language Classes:
For those who need them, optional language classes are available in either Quito or the Galapagos Islands. Classes are held prior to starting participants internships and are usually one-on-one sessions with a personal tutor. Classes are 20 hours per week (4 hours/day) for an additional USD$400/week and include home stay accommodations and meals. Language classes are a great way to be introduced to a new country and improve proficiency in the Spanish language.

Internship placements:
To see the complete list of all the internship positions AIDE offers, please visit our website.

Also Included:
* Pre-departure orientation
* Travel Medical Insurance
* Visa assistance (if needed)
* Airport pickup
* Transfer to your accommodations
* Arrival orientation
* Accommodations and meals
* Full-time local representative in Ecuador
* 24/7 personal support
* Certificate of completion (upon request)

Highlights:
Accommodations:
During their internships, participants will live with an Ecuadorean family either by themselves or with a small group of other volunteers in their city. Participants will be provided with 2-3 meals per day. Even though some host families may be able to launder participants clothes, participants should plan to spend around USD 3.50 per week on laundry.

** A handful of internship positions offer on-site living instead of home-stay accommodations.

Language Classes:
To those who need them, optional language classes are available in either Quito or the Galapagos Islands. Classes are held prior to starting participants internships and are usually one-on-one sessions with a personal tutor. Classes are 20 hours per week (4 hours/day) for an additional USD 400/week and include home stay accommodations and meals. Language classes are a great way to be introduced to a new country and improve your Spanish skills.

Internship placements
We have internship placements throughout Ecuador. Below is a brief sample of the kinds of placements we offer. To see the complete list, with explanation of each placement, please visit our website.

If participants are interested in working in an area they don't see below, they are welcome to consult with an AIDE coordinator. We do our best to accommodate all requests.

Health Care
- Urban and Rural Medicine
- HIV/AIDS Treatment and Education

Journalism and Photography
** Requirements: An intermediate to advanced level of Spanish speaking and writing is recommended.

Women's Rights
- Domestic Violence Recovery
- Legal and Social Empowerment

Veterinary Care Domestic and Wild Animals
- Veterinary Assistant
** Requirements: Interns should either be veterinary or pre-vet students since the placement will be very hands-on and some previous knowledge is required.

Education
- Teachers Assistant

Summary:
* Pre-departure orientation
* Travel/Medical insurance
* Visa assistance (if needed)
* Airport pickup
* Transfer to your accommodations
* Arrival orientation
* Accommodations and meals
* Full-time local representative in Ecuador
* 24/7 personal support
* Certificate of completion (upon request)

Qualifications:
* Participants must be at least 18 years old
* Participants must speak intermediate Spanish
* Participants must be eligible to receive a tourist visa to Ecuador

Language Classes Fees
1 week: USD400
2 weeks: USD800
3 weeks: USD1,200

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.

Participants Travel to Ecuador Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Post-Program 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