Description

AIDE Abroads international internships in Ecuador provide currently-enrolled university students and recent graduates, as well as more experienced professionals, the chance to gain hands-on experience in a wide range of fields in this geographically diverse country. We offer placements throughout Ecuador and the Galapagos, where participants will have the opportunity to gain valuable professional experience while living with an Ecuadoran host family. Sharing their daily life will provide you with cultural experience and insight that you could never have as a tourist. The goal is for interns to better understand their industry, distinguish their resume with international work experience, and gain confidence in their field of expertise.

Highlights

AIDE Abroads international internships in Ecuador offer participants the opportunity to gain experience and develop employability skills in a global context. Furthermore, participants may be eligible to receive academic credit for their international internship with AIDE Abroad. AIDE Abroad believes that this access to experiential learning develops intercultural competence, as well as 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.

Participants are placed in an international internship that is customized according to their field of study, professional experience, and Spanish language skills. AIDE Abroad offers in-country Spanish courses for those who do not already posses an intermediate level of Spanish upon starting their internship.

Qualifications

* At least 18 years old
* Intermediate level of Spanish
* Eligible to receive a tourist visa to Ecuador

Intern Types

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

First 4 weeks start at 2,000; Additional weeks from 150.

Program Fees Include:

AIDE Abroad International Internship Services:
* Guaranteed international internship placement prior to departure for Ecuador
* Detailed training plan/internship offer (including duties/responsibilities, reporting structure, and other relevant information)
* Pre-departure orientation and detailed handbook
* Visa assistance (if needed)
* Airport pickup and transfer to accommodation
* Accommodation with a host family and two meals per day
* Arrival orientation
* Travel Medical Insurance
* Full-time local representative in Ecuador
* 24/7 personal support and emergency number
* Certificate of completion (upon request)
* Assistance receiving academic credit (check with your university advisor for requirements)
* Language class placement (class prices not included in program fee)

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide, American, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

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

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 months

AIDE Abroad's Mission Statement

AIDE Abroad's mission is to provide international experiences that impart professional and personal growth, develop leadership skills, and enhance intercultural competence and understanding.

Year Founded

2007