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Human Rights Internship in Cusco, Peru

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1989Year established

Program Overview

Community organizations, NGOs, and government agencies typically host human rights internships. Interns collaborate with social workers and change agents committed to empowerment and social justice. Responsibilities as a part of this program often include community outreach, education, research, and fundraising. This immersive experience provides firsthand insight into how culture, social values, and the dynamics of politics, religion, gender, and ethnicity shape communities.

Specific duties:
Update websites, manage social media, and create promotional materials
Conduct interviews with potential beneficiaries
Collaborate on projects or organize events
Translate or edit documents
Develop presentations for proposed initiatives
Attend organiz...

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Program Highlights

Explore Cusco, one of the world’s top five ancient civilization centers and home to a rich culture, biodiversity, and scenic beauty.
Experience daily life in Cusco while living with a Peruvian family.
Enjoy traditional Peruvian food, which typically consists of rice, root vegetables, and fruits, with spicy salsa for some dishes.
Spend free weekends doing what pleases you, from chilling with other program participants to enjoying adventure activities.
Become more proficient in Spanish while working alongside the local people.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Cusco, Peru

Types & Subjects

  • Fields
  • Administrative
  • Human Resources
  • Marketing, Advertising, & PR

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Accommodation Options

  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • 1-3 Months
  • Fall

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