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MAXIMO NIVEL
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Do your international internship with Maximo Nivel - get international work experience in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru. - Education (K-12) - ...
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Intern Abroad HQ
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Are you a student or young professional looking to enhance your career prospects through international work experience and hands-on learning? A...
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GoEco - Top Volunteer Organization
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GoEco is one of the world’s top volunteer organizations, with award-winning and ethical programs selected by sustainable travel experts. Since 20...
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Situated on a 1.285 km2 elevated plain that is 5102 feet above sea level, Peru is renowned for its breathtaking and awe-inspiring nature. This So...
Linguistic Horizons
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Intern abroad with Linguistic Horizons in the Sacred Valley of the Incas, Peru! We are located at the foot of the Andes mountains between Cusco a...
Asia Internship Program
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Situated on a 1.285 km2 elevated plain that is 5102 feet above sea level, Peru is renowned for its breathtaking and awe-inspiring nature. This South American country is abundant in vast and vibrant mountains, valleys, canyons, and lakes; mineral wealth; and numerous historical landmarks. AIP’s awar
International Medical Aid (IMA)
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IMA offers an opportunity to enhance your medical and healthcare knowledge with International Medical Aid's Pre-Med and Health Fellowships. Crafted for pre-med undergraduates, medical students, and high school students, these fellowships offer a unique chance to engage deeply with global health care
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Travel to remote regions of Peru, live alongside local communities, and gain real-world experience as a teacher. This is an exciting opportunity to gain practical experience leading classes and developing curricula while immersing yourself in rural Peruvian culture. You’ll join a small school for
See All 11 ProgramsAlliance for a Sustainable Amazon
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Join the Alliance for a Sustainable Amazon (ASA) at Finca Las Piedras field station in the Peruvian Amazon, near Puerto Maldonado. This immersive internship is designed for students, recent graduates, and aspiring conservationists seeking hands-on experience in tropical ecology, biodiversity researc
International Volunteer HQ [IVHQ]
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At International Volunteer HQ (IVHQ), we unite people from over 96 countries who want to make a meaningful difference while exploring the world. With 300+ projects in 40+ destinations, IVHQ offers the widest selection of volunteer programs globally from Teaching and Childcare to Wildlife Conservatio
Volunteer World
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Dental internships abroad are a great opportunity for everyone who is studying to become a dentist and would like to gain some valuable work experience. Especially in developing countries, there is still a lot of room for improvement when it comes to dental hygiene, so dental volunteers are much nee
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Sign-up for our medical volunteering programs abroad if you are a medical or healthcare student who is aspiring for a medical career but needs real-time training and mentoring. You don’t necessarily have to have a medical degree, as requirements are different for each program. There are even pre-med
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Become part of this incredible project abroad if you have a background in special needs. For 4–12 weeks or longer, you will gain practical experience while helping children with disabilities. The placement is in a special education center in Cusco that hosts around 75 kids and individuals between 5
See All 6 ProgramsEcoSwell
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EcoSwell is a multiple award winning non-profit located in Lobitos, a surfing paradise of northern Peru. Students who have participated in EcoSwell's volunteering programme have described their experience as life altering and transformational. The organization focuses on helping vulnerable communiti
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A medical or nursing internship with RealStep offers a transformative experience blending hands-on clinical training with meaningful cultural immersion. By choosing our placement, you’ll have the opportunity to work in diverse, underserved communities across the globe, from rural areas in Malawi and
Vive Peru
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Apply medical theories you have learned in school and gain hands-on experience by volunteering at a clinic or hospital in Peru. This program, offered by Vive Peru, involves collaborating and working alongside local medical staff, helping you learn first-hand about local healthcare systems. You will
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We are looking for volunteers and interns with creative teaching ideas, such as playing games, singing, storytelling, acting, etc. The focus should be on developing curiosity about other cultures and experiencing language as a communication tool and part of a culture. You can also organize workshops
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Globalteer is an international charity working with communities in developing countries, focusing on the areas of child care, education, sports, and social services. We also have conservation and animal rescue projects. This program comes with housing and food. Requirements for this internship ar
See All 8 ProgramsInvolvement Volunteers International
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Our Micro-Business internship placements provide opportunities to work with small local businesses and social enterprises. Interns contribute to various aspects of business operations, including client service, sales, marketing, training, communications, distribution channels, and translation. We a
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Length: 4-6 months | Intakes: January Join the Global Leadership Programme, designed to provide you with hands-on experience supporting the work of an international development charity. We are looking for passionate graduates, who are keen to learn about global challenges, work with youth and defin
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Launch your teaching career while making a meaningful impact in Peru. The Multilingual School of Cusco offers an educational internship designed for university students, recent graduates, and aspiring educators who want to gain practical classroom experience in an international environment. As an i
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Our internship program in Peru offers participants with a particular interest in flora and fauna found deep in the rainforest to gain new skills and knowledge related to field research. Whether you are a biology student, or generally passionate about forest conservation and seeking a unique adventur
Volunteers Around The World
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Seeking a pre-medical, pre-dental, pre-veterinary, or global and public health-related leadership opportunity abroad? Join the VAW Global Team Leader Fellowship. We are looking for Team Leaders and Chapter Presidents at your university or within your community! The Team Leader (TL) will have a numb
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Join a meaningful Community Psychology Internship in Cusco, Peru, where psychology students and young professionals gain hands-on experience while supporting mental health initiatives in underserved communities. This program is designed for participants interested in psychology, counseling, mental
Projects Abroad
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Peru is a land of incredible contrasts, where the snow-capped peaks of the Andes meet the lush depths of the Amazon Rainforest. Whether you are an aspiring medical professional, a history enthusiast, or on an adventurous gap year, Peru offers a breathtaking setting for cultural immersion and meaning
See All 4 ProgramsImpact Gap Year
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Explore your entrepreneurial spirit and travel the world! This gap year program lets you intern with businesses and learn about different cultures in Zambia, Peru, and Argentina. You'll work with professionals, gain new skills, and make friends abroad! In Zambia, you will partner with an NGO to cre
A Guide to Interning Abroad in Peru
Locations
The main Peruvian cities for international interns are Lima and Cusco, and these cities are where the majority of larger governmental and international organizations are based. Depending on the specific focus of your internship, you could be placed in one of these spots.
Lima and Cusco are especially recommended for internship placements in business, health, and the arts. There are many placements in rural areas or mid-sized towns of Peru, such as Urubamba, Iquitos, or Ollantaytambo, especially for internships in community development or environmental fields. Smaller villages can sometimes provide an opportunity for more in-depth involvement and tasks that larger, more bureaucratic organizations cannot.
Internship Placements
Individuals can find internship placements in a wide range of organizations in Peru, from local nonprofits to bigger corporations. Depending on the size of the company you are working with, you may notice that the workplace organization in Peru is more structured than in the United States. You will most likely report to one head boss and might have limited individual tasks in preference of working with a group. There is a strong focus on the cooperative team environment in Peru.
One main area of internship placement is in sustainability and conservation. Whether related to water, urban planning, or resource management, there are many internships in Peru that focus on protecting the natural beauty of the country. Other well-developed areas for interns in Peru include internships in medicine and healthcare.
While of course participants should not expect to gain any active experience that they would not obtain in their home country, there are ample opportunities for shadowing, education, and community outreach in areas like nursing or dentistry. Another top option for interns in Peru is to focus on social work and community development. Poverty and a lack of basic resources are still major problems in Peru, so there are chances to make a difference focusing on human rights, child welfare, or women’s empowerment, among other things.
Participants can expect to spend between five and eight weeks completing internships in Peru, on average. Most internship placements are customized based on the interns schedule and goals, so this can sometimes be flexible. In general, interns should have an interest and a bit of experience in their chosen field, but usually if you are going on an organized program you will be able to find a placement regardless of how much experience you have.
Any Spanish you can learn ahead of time will only give you a step up, as most people in Peru do not speak English, especially in rural areas. If you already speak Spanish, you will notice many local indigenous languages spoken in Peru, such as Quechua.
Salary & Costs
Most internships in Peru are not paid and require the participant to pay for their program, which usually includes housing, orientation, in-country support, and internship placement. Though some internship placements are paid, or could be unpaid but include free accommodation, these can be more difficult to find and usually require local connections and a good level of Spanish language proficiency. The latter is possibly the most important - while you could arrange an internship on your own after living in Peru and building connections, going through an experienced organization will allow you to obtain a placement in your field and that fits your level of language and topical knowledge.
Interns will find Peru to be an affordable place to live, with typical costs being less than $1 USD for a soda, $2.50 USD for a latte, and $4 USD for a basic meal. Prices are a bit more expensive in Lima and Cusco, and brand name items like clothing can be more expensive than in the U.S.
The cost of an organized comprehensive internship in Peru depends largely on program inclusions as well as the specific location of the internship. However, you can expect to pay between $1,000 and $3,000 USD for a four-week internship, which includes housing, orientation, emergency support, and sometimes cultural excursions and meals. This is a fairly standard price for internships in South America and is less expensive than other continents, such as Europe and Australia.
Accommodation & Visas
Interns in Peru typically live in homestays or shared apartments, depending on where you are placed and what time of year you attend. If you’re interested in getting a glimpse into Peruvian culture and practicing your Spanish, a homestay is an excellent option. In rural areas homestays may be the only option because of limited housing. Apartments are more common in Lima and Cusco where there are plenty of other travelers and interns.
Most interns in Peru can use a tourist visa without any problem since they are not getting paid. A tourist visa is valid for six months, so if you are planning to join an internship for longer than that you will want to confirm with your program or work placement the logistics of staying in the country longer than six months. In general, if you go through an organization to arrange an internship, that includes housing, orientation, and other support, you can expect help and assistance in obtaining a visa.
GoAbroad Insider Tips
By interning in Peru you may have the opportunity to make a direct impact on an organization through your tasks and projects. Participants will learn about teamwork and flexibility through their internship and will gain insight into the Peruvian business culture.
Interning in Peru can bring up unique challenges. You may be caught off guard by the overlap between personal and professional life. Female interns in Peru might also notice machismo, with bosses more likely to be male and women in support roles. Religion in Peruvian businesses is another difference, with religious representations in offices especially around Christmas.
Finally, differences in the concept of time in Peru can present a challenge in the workplace, as businesses tend to be more focused on project completion rather than keeping a set 9-5 hour day. You may have to stay late a few nights in a row, and then find that the office is getting out a few hours early the next day after a project is complete. Also, having a long lunch, staying late at work, or starting social functions late are seen as normal.
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