Chile Internships (Paid / Voluntary)

Chile

Chile Information

A long narrow strip of land on the west coast of South America bordered by the Andes mountains & the Pacific Ocean, Chile is stable & prosperous. From dry desert in the north to alpine in the far south & humid in the middle, the central area is the most populated  German is  spoken to some extent in the south whilst Spanish is the main Language. Buses are the  main mode of  transport & cover  the whole country. The biggest attractions are San Pedro de Atacarma in the north & Conquillio National Park, Valparaiso, & Patagonia in the south. The national dance is “Cueca” & song is the Tonada. Chile is bordered by sea so naturally seafood is popular as well as beef, fruits & vegetables. Football, tennis, rodeos, “chueca”, similar to hockey, polo, skiing, surfing & the Dakkar car rally are popular sports.

  • Gain a competitive advantage
  • Develop an International professional network in your industry
  • Boost your career confidence
  • Enhance your practical skills
  • Include 'international global experience' on your CV
  • Immerse yourself in a new culture
  • Accommodation assistance
  • Airport transfers & Language courses available in most destinations
  • Specifically designed internship insurance
  • Ongoing support throughout your internship
  • 24/7 emergency phone number at your destination
  • Replacement options available
  • Visa guidance

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Program Information

Internship Types

Standard; In a field & location listed in ‘Industries Available’
Customised; In a field not listed in ‘Industries Available’

Paid vs Unpaid

Both options available
Unpaid internships are specifically designed to meet your training requirements, while the paid option is similar to a job which will enhance your experience but provide less training. The payment is less than you would earn in a standard job but is usually enough to live on.

Duration

Standard & Customised non-paid
minimum 8 weeks > maximum 12 months

Standard & Customised paid
minimum 12 weeks > maximum 12 months

Start Date

Every Monday of the year

Age

18 – 35

Education

University student, graduated or relevant work experience.
There should be a connection between your studies and/or work experience and the placement you are requesting.

Language

Spanish at level intermediate +

Lead Time

Must receive completed application form, CV and letter of intent in Spanish.
Standard: Must receive complete application at least 8 weeks before requested start date.
Customised: Must receive complete application at least 10 weeks before requested start date.

Santiago de Chile

Capital & largest city, 520mt above sea level, winding side streets, 19thC architecture, on the Mapocho river, surrounded by vineyards, a few hours from the Andes & the Pacific. A good metro. Quite dry warm summer, Mediterranean climate, most rain in May to Sept. The western half of the city is poorer than the eastern, about 6m people, Chile’s retail capital. Airport in the west area Pudaheul, 15 km from the city. Inter-city rail & inter-urban buses, metro subway very popular also with 100 stations. Annual festivals include Lollapalooza (music) & Maquinaria (all types of music & art). Sport—football, many bicycle trails, ski resorts to the east, & wineries to the west. Majority are Catholic, Festivals– San Sebasti Feast Day & the Love Parade in January, Jazz Festival in Feb., Vinos de Chile in March, Easter Week, Fiesta del Cuasimondo, Independence Day in September, Columbus Day in October, the Short Film Festival in November & Christmas week.

Fields

Administration
Media
Public Relations
Tourism & Hospitality

Procedure

1. Click  ‘Apply’ to register your interest and further details about the program will be sent through. There is no commitment at this stage.

2. When you are ready to proceed, you will need to pay a deposit and send through your CV & Cover Letter.

3. Our partners in the destination country will arrange your internship and support you through finalising the process.

Fees

Chile Internship Fees

Location Standard Internship Customised Internship Standard Paid Internship (3 month program) Standard Paid Internship (6 month program) Customised Paid Internship (3 month program) Customised Paid Internship (6 month program)
Chile;
Santiago de Chile		 $1245 $1890 $3000 $4800 $3600 $5520

Additional Registration Fee $150
All Prices are in AUD
Flights & Insurance not included

Included

Internship placement
Intercultural orientation
Internship support & advice
Weekly Tours & Recreational activities Calendar
Internship certificate
24/7 Emergency Phone

Not included

Flight tickets
Personal expenses

Visa

There is no Visa required for Australian citizens travelling to Argentina.
Upon arrival, Australians are given a 90-day tourist visa which you can renew for another 90 days at the local migration office. This costs approximately USD $100. After 180 days, you will need to travel to a neighbouring country and re-enter, where you are given another tourist visa for 90 days, which can be renewed for another 90 days, totaling one year.
We recommend contacting your local visa office for this country for confirmation as details can change without warning.


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