Description
Location: Buenos Aires, Argentina
Duration: Minimum 1 month, maximum 6 months commitment
Start Dates: Each Monday throughout the year
Costs: from $1,890, see Costs tab for further details
Benefits:
- Gain valuable hands-on work experience in travel writing and online journalism
- Serious and flexible internship in the heart of Argentina
- Ideal for those studying Journalism, Tourism and International Communications with an interest in travel writing
- Unique immersion activities, tours & excursions
- Keywords: digital journalism, online travel writing, communications, online publishing, serious internship, work placement, Argentina
Introduction
Being the second-largest country in South America and in fact, one of the largest countries in the world, Argentina offers a multitude of experiences to the intrepid visitor and a never-ending stream of tourists descend on the country each year to experience the magic cocktail of tango, futbol, gauchos, stunning landscapes, colonial heritage cities, sizzling steaks and the famous Argentine passion for life. A Latin American power-house, it never fails to impress. Nowhere is this more apparent than in the capital Buenos Aires, affectionately described as the ‘Paris of the South’ where Porteños (as the inhabitants are called) will welcome you in their very own, unique way. A little on the gritty side, but once you get under their skin, so will the city get under yours.
This internship offers you the chance to experience living and working in this intriguing metropolis and truly get to know Argentina from within, while sharing your talent and skills with local businesses and at the same time, developing and enhancing those skills to prepare you for a professional journalism career. You will be placed with the team of an online travel and multimedia website aimed at expats and travellers residing in Argentina.
Daily Life
The website you will be working with receives thousands of visitors each day, consuming the English-language publications. It is a young and vibrant company with an innovative and creative work environment.
As a part of them team, you will be tasked with covering current events and news stories related to Argentina and Argentine culture. You will be both writing and editing articles on a daily basis, giving you a chance to polish and perfect your writing style. You will also practise reading and analysing national news and media outlets within Argentina. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside established journalists and writers from a very unique international perspective.
Travel & Accommodation
Upon arrival in Buenos Aires you will be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodations. Here you will be met by a local co-ordinator who will introduce you to life in Buenos Aires and supply you with your welcome kit and prepare you for your upcoming placement. Options include shared apartments, family homestays, student residencies and private apartments. All options include towels, sheets, WiFi and utilities.
Requirements
- Minimum age 18.
- Minimum 1-month commitment.
- Excellent organisational skills with strong working and personal ethics.
- Determination, self-motivation and ability to work in a team environment.
- Agree to write monthly report on your placement progress.
- Full travel & medical insurance, visas. Full assistance will be given in getting everything you need arranged if you opt for our Placement Support Package
Costs
| Student Residence (Shared Room) | Shared Apartment (Single Room) | Homestay (Single Room) | Private Apartment (Single Apartment) | |
| 4 Weeks | $1,890 | $2,090 | $2,190 | $2,490 |
| 8 Weeks | $3,090 | $3,390 | $3,590 | $4,190 |
| 12 Weeks | $4,290 | $4,590 | $4,890 | $5,790 |
| 16 Weeks | $5,390 | $5,690 | $6,090 | $7,290 |
* All payments incur a 5% bank transfer fee.
** All prices are in USD
*** Places are confirmed with a 10% deposit.
What’s Included:
Project Fee includes
• Creating a tailor-made internship that specifically meets your needs
• Official International Internship Certificate granted by Mente Argentina
• Exclusive Accommodation in the best areas of Buenos Aires: Palermo, Belgrano, Barrio Norte or
Recoleta (all utilities and expenses included)
• Tailor Your Spanish Learning: Choose Regular, Intensive, or Private options to complement
your internship journey at no extra cost.
• Full access to Mente Argentina Tours & Activities
• Private Airport Pick Up
• Private Airport Drop Off
• Welcome Orientation
• Mente Argentina Welcome Kit (calling card, insider’s city guide, maps, and more)
• Health Club Membership: Free Gym membership included.
• Local SIM Card & Borrowed Cell Phone
• Mente Argentina ISIC Global Discount Card
• Conversation Language Exchange Partner
• Mente Argentina On-site assistance & Support Services 24/7
What’s not included:
Flights, vaccination and insurance are not included. Full support will be provided in getting all these arranged if you choose the premium support.
Premium Support Upgrade
We understand there’s a great deal to plan and organise for your trip. When booking a Placement, many of our participants choose to purchase our Premium Support Upgrade to benefit from the expertise, knowledge and experience of our Project Coordinators.
We can provide the personal advice you need to ensure your trip is organised with excellence and planned with efficiency; ensuring the very best experience possible. Read more about how we can help you.
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