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I interned with IAHQ after having just earned my degree in international relations and was eagerly looking for my first role post-college. Having several study abroad experiences already, I set my sights on positions outside the US. That's where IAHQ came in. I felt like IAHQ met me with the same enthusiasm and hope I had as a fresh graduate. We worked together to figure out my strengths and see where I could be a fit for their partnerships in South America. I was matched with a marketing internship in Cusco, Peru. Dallas was my program manager. She was available at what felt like all hours of the day/night for every question I could think of! I felt so prepared boarding my flight to Peru and even as I settled in, I knew Dallas and the whole team at IAHQ were behind me. To say the internship changed my life would be an understatement. I worked on translating my placement's website, taught adult English classes, worked the field assisting in home nutrition visits, and even got to help in their pastry program. It was through my work as an intern that I found a full-time job to stay in Cusco! I became a coordinator for a tourism agency there and stayed for about two more years. Intern Abroad HQ will set you up for success, help you forge lasting friendships and professional connections, and cheer you on every step of the way! If you are at all curious about working outside your country and boosting your resume, you can reach out with confidence!

This experience was far better than I ever could have imagined! From the wonderful homestay to the amazing things that I got to learn/do in the clinic, I couldn't have asked for anything better! My host family was extremely nice and supportive the entire time. They went above and beyond to make me feel included in Peru. I feel like I learned so much in the clinic and working with the national track team of Peru. I will definitely use all of these skills in my job in the future! Thank you so much for this wonderful opportunity!

Everything was perfect overall—thank you so much for the excellent guidance and support! What I enjoyed the most was having the opportunity to be present and assist with three baby deliveries—the first ones I’ve ever experienced. It was incredibly meaningful and unforgettable. This internship helped me understand how the health system works in Peru, especially in a small clinic setting. It also deepened my understanding of the importance of empathy and human connection when treating patients, which will definitely influence the way I approach care in the future.