Linguistic Horizons: Intern in the Sacred Valley, Peru
- Location(s): Sacred Valley, Peru
- Program Type(s): Internship, Volunteer, Intensive Language, Gap Year, Graduate Program, Research
Linguistic Horizons
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Linguistic Horizons: Nutrition & Natural Medicine in Peru
Linguistic Horizons: Nutrition & Natural Medicine in Peru
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Experience Andean life in "off the beaten path" Peru. We offer customized internships working with local companies and organizations which will allow you to practice your Spanish while simultaneously gaining experience in your field. We arrange th... read more
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I could explore the indigenous culture and incredible mountain scenery while working at a local nonprofit organization. I had the opportunity to stay with a host family, who were some of the nicest people I’ve met. I felt very comfortable throughout the entirety of my four weeks in the program and felt very well supported by Nic... Joanna B - University of Michigan - Ann Arbor View Entire Review
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I gained a lot of valuable knowledge in my career field, improved my Spanish, learned about the culture, and got to explore the beautiful landscape constantly. This program was definitely worth while. Sarah Williams - Fort Lewis College View Entire Review
Not only was it an educational experience but also an opportunity for personal growth. I was able to apply the concepts and knowledge I had acquired in school to real life situations. Maile - California State University - Long Beach View Entire Review
I learn to live my life in a more simplistic way and always have a non technology dependable plan to get my work done. I gained lots of friends. I learned that languages are very important and they can open lots of doors. I gained professional experience while I proved to myself that all the preparation that I had had in San ... eliana s - San Diego State University View Entire Review
My experience was more than I ever could have imagined. From start to finish, I felt welcomed. Leaving was one of the most heartbreaking things I ever had to do. The people I met became my family. Sincere Perez - Rowan University View Entire Review
I came to Peru hoping to understand how herbs and nutritional remedies can be used to treat illness, as I have had a growing distaste of western medicinal philosophy–I left having witnessed that illness can be severely impacted using natural remedies! Jacki - New York University View Entire Review
I gathered life-long experiences that I would not achieve elsewhere. I was pushed to go far beyond my comfort zone, which paved the way for a fantastic journey. I personally got to know the local population, while trying new foods and exploring areas off the beaten path. Furthermore, I also learned quite a bit on subjects unrela... Alex Antoshak - Western Kentucky University View Entire Review
Knowledge about other regions of the world and how they live. Very fulfilling James - Kansas State University View Entire Review
The most worthwhile experience was being able to interact with an indigenous community who do not share the same luxuries that most people are used to. Alfredo R - California State University - Long Beach View Entire Review
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Experience Andean life in "off the beaten path" Peru. We offer customized internships working with local companies and organizations which will allow you to practice your Spanish while simultaneously gaining experience in your field. We arrange the closest fitting internship possible for you. Examples of past internship placements:
• Marketing for a local tour operator
• Andean plant-based medicine clinic
• Photography and videography: documentary creation
• Non-profit social work
• Education: pre-school, after school programs, and language schools
• Physical therapy
• Nursing in an Andean medicine clinic
• Design and architecture
• Small business development
• And much more!
Highlights
• Marketing for a local tour operator
• Andean plant-based medicine clinic
• Photography and videography: documentary creation
• Non-profit social work
• Education: pre-school, after school programs, and language schools
• Physical therapy
• Nursing in an Andean medicine clinic
• Design and architecture
• Small business development
• And much more!
Highlights
- Open to all majors
- Improve your Spanish
- Visit Machu Picchu & Cusco
- Live in the Sacred Valley of the Incas
- Visit the Andean Communities
- Gain valuable international work experience
- Immerse yourself in the Peruvian & Andean Cultures
- Enhance your resume
Program Type(s):
InternshipVolunteer
Intensive Language
Gap Year
Graduate Program
Research
Program Length(s):
- Fall
- Summer
- Spring
- Maymester
- January Term
- Spring Break
- Custom
- Short Term
Instruction Language(s):
- Spanish
- English
Language Requirement(s):
- English
- Spanish
Relevant Study Subject(s):
- Agriculture
- Latin American Studies
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
- Communication and Media Studies
- Education
- Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
- Spanish Language, Literature
- Hispanic and Latin American Languages, Literature
- Foods and Nutrition
- Apparel and Textiles
- Botany, Plant Biology
- Ancient Civilization
- Cultural Studies
- Health and Fitness
- Social Work
- Film, Video, Photographic Arts
- Health Professions
- Alternative Medicine
- Business
- Entrepreneurial and Small Business
- Hospitality Administration
- International Business
- Marketing
- Sales and Marketing, General
- Construction Management
Minimum GPA:
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