Part-Time Semester Internship in Buenos Aires

I loved my remote internship with Puentes! Even as a remote intern during COVID, Puentes did a fantastic job at keeping us all together as a cohort and hosting a variety fo activities, speakers, and other group events. I'm so happy at the thought of having my Puentes alumni network and also having made connections with Puentes staff, who are wonderful.

I had valuable experience working remotely in a high-tech company. I got an insight into the industry and experienced working flexibly with a company in a different time zone. I improved my communication and team working skills by interacting with people from different cultures. Puentes staff and my internship site were supportive. I learned a lot from them.

With Puentes Abroad, I was able to intern with Matriarca, a clothing cooperative based in Argentina that works with indigenous women to help bring their products to market. I collaborated with the marketing team to develop strategies for selling in the United States. Through these experiences, I was able to gain insight into future career paths, develop my professional skills, immerse myself in Argentinian culture, and meet an amazing cohort of like-minded individuals. The staff members at Puentes Abroad really care about their interns having a meaningful global experience, and I felt supported throughout the entire program. I would definitely recommend this program to a friend, and I am so grateful that I was able to have such a rewarding experience during a global pandemic.

I was fortunate to receive a summer internship through Puentes, which helped and advised me at every step of the way. Through Puentes, I built some of the most meaningful professional and personal relationships of my life. I came to know other students, my coworkers, and my host family, all of whom guided and taught me during my time in Argentina. Before the internship, I was apprehensive about spending two and a half months in Buenos Aires. Yet, Puentes provided personalized attention at a level I could not have imagined. Both at my homestay and my workplace, I knew I could rely on the Puentes team to help me if anything were to arise. Furthermore, Puentes offered a number of auxiliary trips, activities, and experiences, which enhanced my time in Argentina.

I learned much about the culture in Argentina. I also enjoyed doing meaningful work that would help a nonprofit in Argentina help low-income college students. I am glad that at this age I have had a meaningful impact.

During my time in university, going to Buenos Aires was a dream. I am beyond thankful to have found Puentes Abroad to help make my dream come true! Through Puentes, I made many friends, memories, and decisions to step outside of my comfort zone. Puentes organized a beautiful apartment for me to live in while I was in Buenos Aires from September 1st to October 26th. The roommates I had there are some of my best friends now. Puentes also arranged an amazing opportunity for me to become a volunteer through Mensajeros de la Paz AR. Through Mensajeros, I made some amazing friends from all around the world and participated in activities that made a difference in the lives of many. I studied to become a teacher and thanks to Puentes and Mensajeros, I was able to teach English in Buenos Aires to some senior citizens in a Mensajeros day club. What a phenomenal chance that was! Teaching English to adults was not something I had considered while I was in the USA, but Puentes helped me try new things and now I wish to pursue a Master's Degree in teaching English as a Second Language (ESL). Finally, Puentes arranged many different activities in the city for me to participate in during my stay. For example, I had a tango lesson, a resume building workshop, and a mock interview. As an educator, I understand and embrace the importance of professional development, and thankfully Puentes does, too! What a beautiful, memorable, and helpful experience I had because of Puentes. I think of my time in BA every single day and my Spanish is so much better now! Muchas gracias, Puentes!