Santiago
Santiago, Chile
Environmental And Sustainability Studies
We custom match you with placements that complement your goals and interests.
Environmental Non-Profit Organization
Work with local communities at a large and small non-profits which focus their efforts on protecting the ecology of the Chilean Patagonia and the country as a whole. Assist with developing marketing material, web content, graphics, presentations and storytelling.
Renewable Energy
Interns will choose a project to collaborate on which may include feasibility studies of bio-gas generation by seaweed or studies of waste to energy conversion, among others, to assess environmental impacts and the potential generation of energy. Intern may assist in designing devices to recover and recycle materials in local communities, designing reactors to produce energy using seaweed for local communities, or designing of combustion devices.
Environmental Architecture
Work with local environmental laws to research opportunities and develop ground and technical work. Ground work may be related to finding and measuring urban spaces which may be presented to municipalities and community leaders and analyzing economic scenarios of findings
Events Management for a Green Organization
Intern with an organization that applies green production technologies and re-training programs to create environmental awareness among Chileans, promoting education in this field and the creation of “puntos limpios," or recycling stations, all over the country. The intern may assist in the development of green initiatives by contacting representatives and assisting with obtaining and organizing the representation of "green" events in Chile.
About the Location
Chile's allure can be attributed to many factors, not limited to incredible topography (mountains and beaches are equally accessible), a rich literary and cultural heritage, and the most beautiful sunsets you have ever seen! Throughout the country, there are all kinds of topographical and natural treasures from the city parks in Santiago to the beaches, ski resorts, vineyards, deserts, and mountains to the stunning mountains of Patagonia. These natural wonders combined with Chile's rapidly growing and strong economy, make Chile and exciting place.
Why Intern in Santiago?
Chile is one of Latin America's leading countries in terms of connectivity as well as the highest ranked Latin American country in competitiveness. Combine this with a strong and rapidly growing economy and political stability, and this makes Santiago, Chile an excellent location to experience hands-on work experience in a dynamic setting. As one of the most prosperous Latin American cities, Santiago is a buzzing with diversity. This can be attributed to the fact that 40% of the country’s population calls Santiago home and its status as a trendsetter in environmental research, eco-tourism, a rapidly growing economy, and political stability; making Santiago an excellent location to experience hands-on work in a dynamic setting.
Internships in Santiago, Chile are managed on-site in conjunction with an ISA partner organization and participants in all career fields can intern in Santiago. However, there is a great demand for Engineering, Business and Marketing, Communications and Journalism, Environmental Studies, and Hospitality and Tourism interns. While internships are available in English, interning in Santiago offers the opportunity to practice professional Spanish language skills as well as support development and research in both social and environmental causes. Beginning level Spanish is required for those interns interested in working in health-related fields or any field requiring extensive interaction with the public.
What's Included
- Internship placement
- Housing
- Professional Development Toolbox
- Bridging Cultures Program
- Comprehensive advising and support
- Pre-departure orientation materials
- 24/7 on-site support
- Airport reception
- Visa support
- Insurance
- 24-hour emergency support
- Academic credit options
- Professional development and cultural activities
- Initial transportation card
Academic Credit
Participants looking to earn academic credit for their ISA Internship experience can explore the following options.
Transfer Credit from University of South Florida
ISA Internships has partnered with the University of South Florida (USF) to offer a U.S. transcript and award 6 academic credits for ISA Internships set-date, 8-week programs. Credit awarded will be based on the successful completion of written academic assignments, evidence of reflective learning, and an evaluation from your host organization supervisor. The additional cost of academic credit is $375, and includes a transcript with an A-F letter grade from USF.
In order to be eligible for transfer credit from USF, participants must be full-time students who have completed at least 30 credit hours, or recent graduates from a bachelor degree program. Participants must have a minimum GPA of 2.5. Please note that some placements may have more stringent eligibility requirements.
Credit From Your Home Institution
Students may work with their home university to receive academic credit for their program. Each academic institution has a unique policy for granting internship credit, thus students should inquire about receiving academic credit with their home university advisors, professors, and/or academic department heads.
Interns earning credit through their home institution will still have select assignments required to be completed by ISA as part of their program.
Prices & Dates
Housing Details
ISA Housing provides the opportunity for interns to experience aspects of the Chilean lifestyle that are inaccessible to the average visitor. The experience of living in another culture will be both educational and rewarding so long as you stay open-minded. There are many differences in culture and lifestyle between life in Chile and the U.S. Remember: the key to a positive experience is flexibility!
Applicants who do not have an intermediate level of Spanish or higher are required to live in apartments.
Homestay
Each homestay is carefully selected by the on-site staff and provides a great avenue for practicing the language of the host country at home and becoming more immersed in the local community. Interns will have their own room and internet access varies by host family. Three meals a day are provided seven days a week. Laundry is provided once a week.
Applicants who have below an intermediate level of Spanish, as assesed through their advising session with their Program Manager, are required to live in an apartment.
Apartments
All apartments are fully furnished, have a fully-equipped kitchen and are centrally located or are conveniently located near public transit routes. Typically, participants will have their own room in a two-bedroom apartment with a shared bathroom and kitchen.
Visa Info
Participants must have a passport that is valid for at least 6 months AFTER their expected departure date from Chile.
U.S. Citizens
Participants will enter the country on a tourist visa which they will obtain upon arrival to the airport in Santiago. The tourist visa is a stamp that is placed in passports by immigration which is valid for up to 90 days.
Non-U.S. Citizens
Please note that non-U.S. citizens should contact their Consulate to verify specific entry requirements. As these requirements vary based on citizenship, non-U.S. citizens may not be permitted to travel to Chile without a visa or outside of their visa dates. Also, visa fees for non-U.S. citizens may differ so please be sure to check specific Consulate's website for the most up to date information.
Note: Embassy and Consulate contact information is subject to change without notice. Please refer to the website of the Embassy or Consulate to verify information.