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Buenos Aires, Argentina

Gap Internship Abroad in Buenos Aires

Dates

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12 weeks

Highlights

Activities & excursions included

Dorms

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Tentative Dates

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12 weeks

Highlights

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Overview

Intern in Buenos Aires, where an up-and-coming startup scene meets cosmopolitan culture, giving you a head start on your professional journey. 

Buenos Aires is home to over 1,200 tech startups as well as a thriving business scene in agriculture and manufacturing, offering interns exposure to a diverse business landscape. During this 12-week program, live and intern in the city with a cohort of peers, as you gain cross-cultural communication skills and hands-on professional experience.

Choose a placement aligned with your interests and intern 15–20 hours per week. Outside of your internship, explore the cultural wonders of Buenos Aires, often called “The Paris of South America.” A 15-hour embedded course prepares you professionally, with optional classes available through ASU Online to earn U.S. college credit. Workshops and site visits provide practical skills, while excursions and local experiences bring the city’s culture to life.  

Your internship abroad includes one overnight excursion plus day trips with other CIEE interns and College Study Abroad students. Participate in an empanada-making workshop and a private tango lesson followed by a live dance performance. You’ll leave Buenos Aires with a clearer sense of your future and unforgettable experiences shared with peers and locals alike.

Why Choose This Program?

Professional Development

Gain valuable experience through a professional internship, cultural activities, and networking opportunities. Return home with a clearer sense of your academic and career goals.

Strike a Balance

Benefit from CIEE's global support and cultural expertise, while exploring the world at your own pace.

Make Connections

With a part-time internship schedule, you'll have plenty of time to explore the local lifestyle, meet new people, and build your network with locals and fellow gap interns.

96%

of alumni said their language skills improved

94%

said they learned to interact with different cultural backgrounds

89%

said their level of independence increased

Destination
  • Buenos Aires
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The Destination

Welcome to Buenos Aires, where the rhythm of Tango pulses in colorful neighborhoods as your future takes shape.  

Buenos Aires is a city of contrasts, where European influence meets South American flair. As Argentina’s capital, this bustling metropolis of over 3 million contributes nearly 30% of the nation’s GDP. Regional offices for multinational companies like Google and Microsoft can be found here, making it a hub for professional connections. Historic plazas, vibrant markets and iconic theaters like the Teatro Colón reflect the local cultural heritage while trendy cafes and boutique shops show off the city’s modern spirit.  

In your spare time, visit lively milongas (dance events) to witness Argentina’s Tango tradition, founded here in the working-class neighborhoods of the city in the late 19th-century. Neighborhoods like San Telmo and Recoleta showcase colonial charm alongside contemporary design and the local culinary scene highlights traditional flavors like empanadas (savory-filled pastries) and alfajores (dulce de leche cookies). With its unique mix of business, culture and lifestyle, Buenos Aires offers interns both professional opportunities and immersive cultural experiences. 

 

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Itinerary

Sample Itinerary

Highlights

  • Gain valuable skills and expand your network with a weekly internship at a Buenos Aires company or non-profit organization.
  • Get to know Buenos Aires by exploring local areas, attending cultural events, and learning about the Argentine way of life.
  • Boost your resume and interview skills by attending a focused internship seminar that builds career skills and fosters cultural competence.
  • Take optional ASU online courses that align with your area of academic or career interests.
  • Connect with CIEE Center Staff, who are available to help you make the most of your experience.
  • In your free time, explore and have fun! 

*Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

  • Explore the unique waterways of the Tigre Delta on a boat trip.  
  • Spend 15 hours interning at a Buenos Aires company or organization.
  • Grow your global network by attending guest lectures and networking events.
  • Get an inside look at Buenos Aires's vibrant and diverse professional environment by visiting a digitally native company, a consulting firm, or a local non-profit. 

*Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience. 

Every placement is unique. Before your program, our Buenos Aires-based team will work with you to find a great match within our extensive network of local businesses and nonprofit organizations. Throughout the process, our team supports you through:

  • Individual pre-placement meetings, personalized matching, and coaching for each intern throughout the internship placement process.
  • Materials to create a résumé that is appropriate for the local business culture, as well as guidance on application materials relevant to the area of industry you’re interested in.
  • An interviewing skills webinar focused on Buenos Aires business culture, plus feedback for individual interns to help prepare for Skype interviews with your potential internship supervisor. 
Activities

Top Rated Activities

Buenos Aires isn’t just your home base; it’s an active classroom. Each week offers experiences that expand your professional skills, connect you with local networks and immerse you in the culture.

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Hands-On Professional Visits

Step inside a range of organizations, from innovative startups and consulting firms to nonprofits shaping social impact. You’ll observe daily operations, participate in small projects and gain insight into how businesses in Buenos Aires function within a global and local context. 

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Tigre Delta Excursion

Take a boat trip through the Tigre Delta, exploring its network of canals and islands. The delta, formed by the Paraná River and its tributaries, is dotted with lush greenery and charming wildlife, making it a scenic escape from Buenos Aires. Enjoy lunch on one of the islands while observing how communities live and work in this unique riverine environment. 

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Eligibility

Eligibility

  • Be between the ages of 15 and 17 when the program starts and cannot turn 18 while on program.
  • Be in the 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th year of schooling.
  • Have a minimum GPA of 2.5.
  • Demonstrate, through the application process, flexibility, maturity, adaptability, and readiness to face the challenges of living in a new culture.
Dates & Fees

Dates & Fees

Application Fee

$50

Priority deadline discount

Apply to a fall semester or academic year program by June 1 and automatically get a $400 discount. Apply to a spring semester by October 1 and get a $400 discount. Discounts are deducted from the final balance.  

Insurance

The program fee includes iNext travel insurance. Additional information about insurance can be found on the FAQ page.

Program

Application Due

Start Date

End Date

Costs
Program Fall 2026 12 weeks Start Date End Date
Program Spring 2027 12 weeks Start Date * End Date *

*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

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Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

Program Fees

CIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel protection with benefits.

Financial Aid

CIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.

See Scholarships

Estimated Costs

Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.

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Carolina Zumaglini

Carolina Zumaglini

Center Director

Originally from Buenos Aires, Carolina is an experienced bilingual education consultant, historian, and professor.

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