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- Monteverde, Costa Rica
- Santiago, Chile
Summer 2024
Advocacy and Archive Intern
About the Internship
As an advocacy and archive intern, students will assist in the preservation and dissemination of human rights documentation, such as testimonies, evidence, and audiovisual materials. Students will also support the museum’s public outreach and education efforts, such as organizing events, workshops, and campaigns. Students will need excellent research, writing, and communication skills.
About the Company
This company is a cultural institution that seeks to raise awareness and educate about the history and consequences of the dictatorship that ruled Chile from 1973 to 1990. It honors the memory of those who suffered and resisted human rights violations, and promotes the values of democracy and human dignity through educational and artistic initiatives. It has a permanent exhibition, temporary exhibitions, a documentation center, and a public program of events and workshops.
Job Type
Human Rights
Company Industry
- Government and Public Administration
Program
Summer 2024
Campus Recycling Program Intern
About the Internship
The intern would be in charge of evaluating the current recycling system and improving it as well as creating signage and training material for both staff and students.
About the Company
The university campus owned by CIEE also offers internships. These internships can range from academic internships to hands-on infrastructure and community work. Topics include continuation of long-term research projects, innovative research projects using the farm and lab installations, sustainable garden design, community outreach, certification in sustainability, and sustainable food production.
Job Type
Environmental/Sustainability
Company Industry
- Education and Training
Program
Summer 2024
Communications Intern
About the Internship
As a communications intern you will be responsible for updating the organization's social media presence (social media content, website design, mailing list database management, communication strategy).
About the Company
The Monteverde Community Fund (also known as Fondo Comunitario Monteverde) plays a vital role in fostering sustainability and resilience in the Monteverde region of Costa Rica.
Job Type
Communication
Company Industry
- Government and Public Administration
Language
Spanish
Program
Summer 2024
Communications Intern
About the Internship
In this role you can enhance the company's outreach and digital footprint. As part of your role, you'll revamp the communication strategy, breathing new life into our web presence. Collaborating closely with the team, craft engaging content, amplify their mission, and connect with diverse audiences worldwide. This internship offers a unique opportunity to merge creativity with conservation, leaving a lasting impact on both local and global scales.
About the Company
Rooted in Monteverde's history, this organization is a beacon of sustainability amidst growth and climate challenges. Committed to preserving the region's biodiversity and freshwater sources, it fosters community involvement and education. From its inception, the focus has been on safeguarding the watershed and supporting research initiatives. Through grants and partnerships, it empowers local organizations and individuals to champion water conservation and ecological education. Its vision echoes through generations, ensuring Monteverde's legacy of environmental stewardship thrives into the future.
Job Type
Communication
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Program
Summer 2024
Communications Intern
About the Internship
The intern will spearhead communication initiatives, engaging with community members to raise awareness about conservation efforts and facilitate dialogue on environmental issues. This internship offers a unique opportunity to engage with the community, making a tangible impact on biodiversity preservation and community empowerment.
About the Company
This orgnization's mission is a designated conservation initiative in Costa Rica that aims to bridge the cloud forests of the central mountainous Monteverde region with the coastal mangroves in the Gulf of Nicoya. They not only focus on preserving biodiversity and facilitating wildlife movement between these critical habitats but also emphasize strong community engagement and social impact. Through collaborative efforts with local communities, they promote sustainable land-use practices, environmental education, and ecotourism opportunities, empowering residents to actively participate in conservation efforts. By integrating scientific research with community-driven initiatives, they foster a harmonious relationship between people and nature, ensuring the long-term sustainability and resilience of both the environment and local livelihoods.
Job Type
Environmental/Sustainability
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Program
Summer 2024
Community Garden Intern
About the Internship
The intern will assist in the every day management of the community garden doing routine chores such as weeding, planting and harvesting. Additionally a special project will be assigned according to the needs of the garden and the interest of the intern. This could include building composting systems, irrigation systems, rainwater catchment systems, etc. If the intern is fluent in Spanish, there could be opportunity for teaching local school children
About the Company
Community garden located in Monteverde, Costa Rica. The garden is run by volunteers and provides land area for locals who wish to produce their own food, it produces fresh, healthy food for the local school, and runs a Saturday farmer's market where local producers and artisans can sell their products.
Job Type
Agriculture
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Program
Summer 2024
Community Health Intern
About the Internship
There is a need to produce educational campaigns on health issues that are useful to the community. According to the diagnoses made (e.g., the 2022 community survey), it is necessary to produce more educational content and materials on topics such as cardiovascular diseases and mental health, as a priority. Followed by other health content with a focus on health promotion and disease prevention.
About the Company
This is a non-profit organization which has been operating in Monteverde since the 1980's. It has close ties with the community and conducts long-term environmental and social research. The organization also serves as a center for arts and science outreach to the community and a space for local residents to meet and learn about cultural and academic activities going on in the community.
Job Type
Healthcare
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Language
Spanish
Program
Summer 2024
Eco-Tourism Planning Intern
About the Internship
The intern would help create informational material about wild animal and plant species that live on the farm. This material would be created both in physical and digital formats to be incorporated into the social media of the farm.
About the Company
A small, family-owned business focused on ecotourism. They own a small private reserve where visitors can engage in environmentally friendly activities such as hiking and bird watching, as well as enjoy local food.
Job Type
Environmental/Sustainability
Company Industry
- Hospitality and Tourism
Program
Summer 2024
Ecology Research Assistant
About the Internship
The objective of this internship is to collect research data for the different project of the MVI Research Program, in areas such as bird ecology & conservation, tropical habitat restoration & comparative forest integrity, bat distribution, water quality, and terrestrial mammals using Crandell Reserve; analyze data, interpret results and prepare the information for distribution to a wider audience.
About the Company
This is a non-profit organization which has been operating in Monteverde since the 1980's. It has close ties with the community and conducts long-term environmental and social research. The organization also serves as a center for arts and science outreach to the community and a space for local residents to meet and learn about cultural and academic activities going on in the community.
Job Type
Science
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Program
Summer 2024
Forest Research Intern
About the Internship
CIEE Monteverde manages long-term forest plots which contribute to generate important data about the growth and carbon capture that happens in Premontane Rainforest. The intern would spend time in the field measuring trees and then processing this data to add to the existing database for long-term analysis.
About the Company
The university campus owned by CIEE also offers internships. These internships can range from academic internships to hands-on infrastructure and community work. Topics include continuation of long-term research projects, innovative research projects using the farm and lab installations, sustainable garden design, community outreach, certification in sustainability, and sustainable food production.
Job Type
Environmental/Sustainability
Company Industry
- Education and Training
Program
Summer 2024
GIS Intern
About the Internship
As a GIS Intern, you will play a crucial role in supporting our conservation efforts by collecting, analyzing, and visualizing spatial data to map the biodiversity and ecological dynamics of the corridor. Your responsibilities will include developing and maintaining GIS databases, creating detailed maps for research and management purposes, and assisting in fieldwork to gather geospatial data. This internship offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the preservation of one of the most biodiverse regions in the world while gaining hands-on experience in environmental GIS applications.
About the Company
This orgnization's mission is a designated conservation initiative in Costa Rica that aims to bridge the cloud forests of the central mountainous Monteverde region with the coastal mangroves in the Gulf of Nicoya. They not only focus on preserving biodiversity and facilitating wildlife movement between these critical habitats but also emphasize strong community engagement and social impact. Through collaborative efforts with local communities, they promote sustainable land-use practices, environmental education, and ecotourism opportunities, empowering residents to actively participate in conservation efforts. By integrating scientific research with community-driven initiatives, they foster a harmonious relationship between people and nature, ensuring the long-term sustainability and resilience of both the environment and local livelihoods.
Job Type
Environmental/Sustainability
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Program
Summer 2024
Human Resources Administrative Intern
About the Internship
A Human Resources intern supports the HR team at the company with various administrative and operational tasks. Students will assist with any tasks related to recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and employee engagement activities. To be successful in this role, students should have good communication, organizational, computer skills, and flexibility.
About the Company
This company is a leader in the development and implementation of smart solutions for mobility and transportation. It offers a range of products and services, such as tolling systems, traffic management systems, urban mobility solutions, and connected vehicle solutions.
Job Type
Human Resources
Company Industry
- Transportation, Distribution and Logistics
Program
Summer 2024
Innovation and Entrepeneurship
About the Internship
Embark on a journey to revolutionize lives through innovation and information technology, leveraging AI, databases, and scientific insights for sustainable ventures. This initiative seeks to blend profitability with ecological stewardship. Interns play a pivotal role, identifying where science transforms tourism communities towards sustainability and resilience. Your analysis could pave the way for groundbreaking sustainable living models. Join us, and contribute to a greener, more innovative future.
About the Company
This is a non-profit organization which has been operating in Monteverde since the 1980's. It has close ties with the community and conducts long-term environmental and social research. The organization also serves as a center for arts and science outreach to the community and a space for local residents to meet and learn about cultural and academic activities going on in the community.
Job Type
Business - General
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Program
Summer 2024
Permaculture Intern
About the Internship
The intern is expected to help in the everyday chores of farm management as well as to propose a personal project for building infrastructure or generating information that adds to the sustainability of the farm.
About the Company
An NGO associated with a sustainable, permaculture hotel. It specializes in permaculture farming and uses its income to give out scholarships to locals wishing to take part in permaculture courses.
Job Type
Agriculture
Company Industry
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
Program
Summer 2024
Psychology Clinic Intern
About the Internship
As a psychology intern, students will shadow licensed psychologists when they provide individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and outreach services to patients. Interns may be requested to complete forms, communicate with patients, help in the collection of data for research and other research-related tasks, etc. Interns will need excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a strong interest in working with diverse populations.
About the Company
This psychology clinic was founded in 1997 as part of a prestigious local university. Its aim is providing mental health care to the community and clinical training to psychology students. The clinic offers a variety of services, such as individual psychotherapy, neuropsychological evaluation and rehabilitation, psychiatric evaluation and intervention, and social work. The clinic also has a multidisciplinary team of professionals, including psychologists, psychiatrists, and social workers, who supervise the students and ensure quality care for the clients.
Job Type
Psychology
Company Industry
- Education and Training
Language
Spanish