Internship in Cusco and Sacred Valley of the Incas
- 17 Weeks
- 8 Courses
- 240 - 300 Hours
ABOUT PROGRAM
Whether your studies are focused on: international business, special education, nursing, medicine or any healthcare area, human rights, hospitality; an international internship in Cusco provides a unique opportunity to learn, explore and discover the culture around one of the most important cities in South America.
REQUIREMENTS
– At least 19 years old
– Spanish language skills, depending on your preferred placement
– International health insurance
– Letter of recommendation
– Proactivity and creativity with limited resources
– Positive mindset
– Final project required
– Curriculum Vitae
HOUSING
– Flights
– International medical insurance
– Additional tours
– Transfer back to the airport
– Daily transportation
– Laundry in any of the housing options
– Housekeeping (students house)
INCLUDES
– Airport pick-up
– Accommodation (host family – students house)
– kitchen and table wear (included only in student house)
– Breakfast and dinner (included only in host families)
– Spanish classes (1 hour a day)
– Program orientation
– 3 hours a day work (Monday to Friday)
– 24/7 Support
– Official certificate of internship
– Tandem conversation program
– Sacred Valley tour
– Machupicchu tour
NOT INCLUDES
– Flights
– International medical insurance
– Additional tours
– Transfer back to the airport
– Daily transportation
– Laundry in any of the housing options
– Housekeeping (students house)
ACADEMIC CALENDAR
Orientation and Introduction
Orientation Sessions, Cultural Immersion Activities.
Internship Experience
- On-site internship activities
- Weekly reflections and meetings with internship supervisors
Mid-Program Review
- Mid-term Evaluation and Feedback
- Workshops on Professional Development
- Community Engagement Projects
- Free Time and Exploration
Continued Internship and Projects
- Continued internship responsibilities
- Weekly reflections and ongoing community projects
Final Projects and Presentations
- Preparation of Final Projects
- Presentation of Projects to Local Community and Program Coordinators
Program Wrap-Up
- Final Evaluations and Feedback.
- Cultural Farewell Activities
- Departure Preparation
LIST OF COURSES
Introduction to Andean Cultures
- Overview of Incan history and culture
- Significance of Sacred Valley in local traditions
Community Development and Engagement
- Principles of community service
- Techniques for effective community engagement
Sustainable Tourism Practices
- Impact of tourism on local communities
- Strategies for sustainable tourism
Professional Skills for Interns
- Resume writing and interview preparation
- Workplace communication and teamwork
Field Research Methods
- Techniques for conducting research in community settings
- Data collection and analysis
Cultural Immersion Workshops
- Language and communication skills
- Traditional crafts and practices of the Sacred Valley
Project Management
- Planning and executing community projects
- Monitoring and evaluation
Global Perspectives and Ethics
- Understanding global issues and their local impacts
- Ethical considerations in service learning
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