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El Terreno
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Join this hands-on internship and help low-income Indigenous communities revive ancestral building techniques to create sustainable housing for a...
See All 13 ProgramsThe Intern Group
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Experience Medellin, Colombia’s most innovative city, through an international internship designed to advance your career. This program combines hands-on professional experience, global networking, and cultural immersion, giving students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals the skills a
See All 4 ProgramsIntern 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? At Intern Abroad HQ, we help students and young professionals turn career aspirations into reality. We organize affordable internships in 20 destinations ac
See All 10 ProgramsAdelante Abroad
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In Chile, Adelante Abroad offers programs in Vina del Mar and Valparaiso—two major, bustling Chilean cities, each having a unique atmosphere. Vina del Mar is often called the "Garden City" due to the surrounding large parks and green areas. Chileans have dubbed this city the ideal commune to live an
See All 21 ProgramsCIEE College Study Abroad
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CIEE offers the most extensive network of internship programs. Are you a U.S. college student looking to study and intern abroad? We have full-time and part-time placements across 40+ locations worldwide and in diverse fields, from AI and engineering to public policy and business administration. Fi
See All 7 ProgramsMAXIMO 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) - Special Education - Micro-Business - Hospitality & Tourism - Human Rights - Medical Please take note of these qualifications: - Interns should be fluent i
See All 8 ProgramsAsia 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
Connect-123 Internship Programs
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Looking for an international internship that will set you apart—and give you the skills, experience, and confidence to thrive in your career? Connect-123 designs fully customized programs that match your background and goals, offering hands-on experience in some of the world’s most exciting cities:
See All 12 ProgramsGoEco - 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 2006, tens of thousands of volunteers have taken part in projects and internships worldwide, focusing on wildlife and marine conservation, education, and med
See All 17 ProgramsInternational 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
See All 12 ProgramsExpanish
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Build international work experience while studying abroad with the Expanish Semester Internship in Buenos Aires. This program combines academic coursework with a professional internship, allowing students to earn credit while gaining valuable experience in Argentina’s dynamic capital. Students inte
See All 3 ProgramsAtlas Internships
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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. Atlas Inte
Intercultural Outreach Initiative (IOI)
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Travel to the island that inspired Charles Darwin’s theory of evolution, and do more than explore. Help support sea turtle conservation! As a sea turtle nest monitor, you'll walk the 2-km stretch of coastline on beautiful Isabela Island, collecting data for the Galapagos National Park to support th
See All 4 ProgramsMente Argentina
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Mente Argentina's international internship program in Buenos Aires bridges the gap between those who want an extraordinary internship experience and the companies and organizations in the city that need talented, diverse individuals to work on short and long-term projects. Mente Argentina cooperates
See All 13 ProgramsRoad2Argentina
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This Road2Argentina internship program is the perfect way to immerse yourself in Argentine culture and the Spanish language while gaining valuable international work experience. The program partners with more than 70 businesses and organizations in Buenos Aires, providing their interns with all the
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 and Machu Picchu! This program is ideal for those who want to go off the beaten path to have a truly immersive experience. You'll improve your Spanish, exp
Institute for Global Studies
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Institute for Global Studies' conservation biology projects are some of the most essential and interesting options we offer. The exciting part is realizing immediate results and knowing that every hour you spend is increasing biodiversity. IGS works with nonprofits and indigenous groups that are com
See All 56 ProgramsBeyond Travels
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Explore traditional plant medicine and community-based healing practices in the Ecuadorian Amazon through an immersive internship rooted in cultural exchange, ethnobotany, and sustainable living. Participants live with Indigenous Kichwa host families and gain firsthand exposure to the chakra system
See All 8 ProgramsRoots Interns
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At Roots, we believe valuable learning and making an impact can go hand-in-hand. That's why we offer academic internships with grassroots organizations around the world. As an intern, you'll have a unique work experience that will inspire you, enhance your career, and allow you to gain insight into
See All 26 ProgramsWorld Endeavors
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Join World Endeavors for an affordable and unique internship opportunity in Ecuador. Ecuador is one of those rare destinations in the world that seems to have the right combination of natural beauty, intriguing history, and vibrant culture. Nestled along the Equator in the northwest corner of the So
See All 42 ProgramsA Guide to Interning Abroad in South America
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While South America encompasses 12 countries, there are a couple nations that are particularly ideal for some very specific types of internships. One thing to keep in mind when looking for an internships in South america is whether you would like to have a big city experience, a small town lifestyle, or a more rural immersion. In the end, each South American country is very different from the next, so there is surely a perfect fit for everyone; you just have to take time to find it!
Brazil. The land of emotions that can’t be expressed in English, the land of soccer, the land of incredible beaches, and, perhaps most importantly to us, the land of a robust economy. Brazil’s largest cities, Sao Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, and Salvador da Bahia, offer quite a few options in terms of internship placements. Due to its size and prominence in world politics, there are a plethora of international companies to choose from for internships in Brazil. If you speak Spanish, that is probably a good base to build your Portuguese language skills off of, although you’ll probably be able to find internships in brazil that don’t even have a Portuguese language requirement, as long as you’re a native English speaker.
Argentina. The second largest country in South America, Argentina is a country of adventure. From the capital of Buenos Aires to stark Patagonia, there is no shortage of things to do and natural wonders to explore in Argentina. As one of the most important cities in the world, interns will be able to find plenty of internship placements in Buenos Aires, many of which may not even require proficiency in the Spanish language. Something interesting that interns might be able to do in Argentina is get an internship with a cattle company, due to the significance of the Argentinian cattle industry. The other great thing about interning in Argentina is that it offers many amenities that European and American interns will be accustomed to, but at a more affordable price.
Peru. This coastal, mountainous country is full of such drastic biodiversity that it can actually be shocking to first time visitors. The two most common cities to intern in Peru are Cusco and the capital city of Lima. Cusco is the ancient capital of the Incan Empire and home to a booming tourism industry along with hundreds of archeological ruins. Most internship placements in Cusco are offered at tourism companies, language schools, or volunteer organizations. On the other hand, in Lima, interns can apply for more corporate style internship placements with a number of international companies and organizations.
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