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Description

Volunteer in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Experience the rich culture of Buenos Aires while spending your time enriching and empowering the disadvantage sectors of the city.

Gateway Argentina is continuously searching for the best programs available in Buenos Aries for our participants. We understand that a cultural immersion program is a commitment both personally and financially. While there are many volunteer placement agencies in Buenos Aires we have searched extensively to find the agency with the best programs and opportunities for you. We understand the needs of our volunteer participants. We want to give you an enriching international experience while providing a program that is well established and deeply rooted in important Argentine social causes. We have chosen HelpArgentina because of their powerful commitment to enriching the social sector of Argentina.

NOTE: We offer internships connected to the programs we offer.

Highlights

HelpArgentina is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to strengthen Argentine civil society through the mobilization of donors and volunteers and the promotion of the best practices. HelpArgentina's vision is of a competitive, trustworthy and globally financed Argentine social sector. It offers the international community a secure channel to support a network of organizations selected according to social impact, accountability and best practices. HelpArgentina is able to accomplish this mission of promoting social development in Argentina with the generosity and hard work of capable volunteers. Volunteers are placed among one of the 52 organizations represented by HelpArgentina.

Qualifications

To apply for a volunteer position, Gateway Argentina must receive an online application. Please apply at least 6 weeks before estimated arrival date.

Gateway Argentina requires a one month minimum volunteer commitment from our volunteers. We suggest that participants have a basic to intermediate level of Spanish. If your Spanish is not already at this level, we advise that you enroll in a month long intensive Spanish immersion program before volunteering. Please see our Spanish Immersion options for more information. We highly recommend that volunteer participants take one on one Spanish classes while volunteering, this can also be arranged for you through Gateway Argentina.

If you are unable to commit to a one month volunteer program but still want to volunteer in Argentina, please see our customization page as we may be able to arrange a short term project for you. As with all Gateway Argentina programs we require that all participants are at least 18 years of age and have international medical coverage for the duration of the time of their program.

Intern Types

Languages

• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Program cost varies depending on your housing.

Cost Include Description:

- Airport Pickup
- City Orientation
- Program Orientation
- Cell Phone Rental
- Language Partner
- Spanish Conversation Club
- Weekly Group Activities
- Welcome Packet
- In-Country Assistance
- Volunteer Placement Insurance

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

Open-minded, hard-working, independent and self motivated individuals. Our volunteers are passionate about their placements and want to better the organization where they are placed.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Apartment/Flat
• Group living
• Home-stays
• Independent living

Participants Travel to Argentina

Independently or in Groups

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 month

Gateway Argentina's Mission Statement

Our mission at Gateway Argentina is to offer a new approach to the study abroad and Spanish immersion industry in Buenos Aires. We are the only Spanish immersion program that focuses exclusively on programs in Buenos Aires. We are able to offer the best services available here because we are a small business with an expertise on this city alone. We have worked hard with many local business and organizations to create different Spanish immersion programs that are well supported, community oriented and offer only the best of Buenos Aires. Here at Gateway Argentina, we understand the challenges of finding your way in a foreign country. We are dedicated to creating seamless immersion and study abroad packages for each client. We are dedicated to treating every client and perspective client with the utmost professionalism. We are dedicated to ensuring that our services are the highest quality that Buenos Aires has to offer. The overall satisfaction of our clients is our highest concern. At Gateway Argentina we believe that international travel and cultural exchange are important parts of global understanding. It is our mission to provide every participant the finest international experience. We are confident you will be talking about your experiences in Buenos Aires for the rest of your life. We want to help you discover something more. Buenos Aires is a world class city boasting both the perfect gateway for your travels throughout Argentina and providing something for everyone. We know you are going to love it here. Our mission is to provide for you a seamless immersion process, outstanding professional services and in-country assistance for any and all your needs while you are here. We assure you that your experience in Argentina will be unforgettable.

Year Founded

2007