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PROJECT INTRODUCTION
This project involves doing an internship in Córdoba, Argentina.
Interning in Córdoba, Argentina's tech hub! Since World War II, Córdoba has developed into an industrial base with diverse fields such as automotive, railroads, aviation, and heavy industries. The city continues to thrive with new industries and commercial ventures, bustling trade, and exports. Additionally, Córdoba is proud to be the site of Argentina's first university, maintaining its status as an educational center. The surrounding suburbs offer serene landscapes with lakes and valleys, providing a sense of relaxation and splendor.
If Buenos Aires feels like bustling Seoul, Córdoba has the sophisticated calm of Busan. By doing a business or social internship in Córdoba, you'll witness the development of the South American economy firsthand while experiencing Argentina's rich history and the passion and vibrancy of its people! It's an opportunity to enhance your cultural understanding, language skills, and professional abilities! Come to Córdoba now!
Q. What are the benefits of doing an internship abroad?
Doing an internship abroad helps you build the ability to adapt to various environments while gaining professional experience.
Additionally, you can learn specialized English (or the local language) used in the workplace and build a network in your field, which broadens your perspective on career opportunities.
If you're specifically aiming for international employment, an overseas internship allows you to experience foreign companies in advance and prepare for international career opportunities. Discover your unique abilities that you might not have known about while doing an overseas internship!
PROJECT ACTIVITIES
■ Spanish Language Requirement ★★★☆☆
- You need to be able to communicate effectively in Spanish for work, and the better your Spanish, the more opportunities you will have.
- But don't be too worried. A positive attitude, open-mindedness, and sociability can sometimes be more important than language skills.
This project allows you to develop both work skills and Spanish while interning at institutions/companies in Córdoba.
- This is an unpaid internship.
- You will work a minimum of 20 hours and a maximum of 30 hours per week, depending on the field and institution.
- The internship period is 12 weeks. (If you wish to participate for more than 12 weeks, please contact us.)
- The internship starts on Mondays, and the exact start date will be determined in consultation with the participant and the institution.
# Application Fields
- The final placement in an institution will be decided after consultation with the participant.
- If there are many competitors for your preferred field, you may be placed in a similar field/institution.
- Specific tasks in each field may vary depending on the institution and local circumstances.
1. Education
Cordoba is also famous as the ‘City of Education’. Many young people from Argentina come to Cordoba to receive a good education. If you are passionate about educating children and adolescents, consider participating in an internship in the education sector in Cordoba, where you can learn about South American educational culture and environment!
- Responsibilities: Student management, class assistance, class activity development and management, exam management, educational administrative tasks, etc.
2. Tourism Services
Cordoba is popular with tourists due to its safety, tranquility, and historical landmarks. Take this opportunity to properly introduce Cordoba, a city loved by Argentinians. A smile to show to guests from all over the world is all you need!
- Responsibilities: Tourist site evaluation, restaurant/hotel assistance, tourist guidance, phone reception, reservation management, etc.
3. Business Support
Cordoba is located in the center of Argentina, allowing you to experience various characteristics of South American businesses at once. Specifically, a general business internship allows you to experience the overall company culture and structure, learn basic work skills, and communicate with various teams.
- Responsibilities: Customer service, customer/partner database management, accounting management, report writing, company email account management, office management, etc. Depending on the participant's ability and willingness, they can actively participate in team projects.
4. Architecture
Cordoba is home to many Spanish colonial-era buildings and cathedrals designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, making it an attractive city for architects to observe the history of architecture.
- Responsibilities: Design, architectural project-related tasks, project documentation management, site visits, client service, conference/exhibition assistance, architectural evaluation, etc.
5. Culture & Arts
Cordoba, a city of youth and passion! Here, you can enjoy a large modern art museum, a hippie area, and a lively nightlife culture. Create amazing performances with artists in the vibrant city atmosphere!
- Responsibilities: Performances, exhibitions, art workshops, stage management, promotion and advertising tasks, art-related administrative tasks, etc.
6. Cooking
Argentina, being the highest consumer of beef in the world, has a well-developed cuisine related to meat. This is an opportunity to properly learn about Argentine food culture and develop your own new dishes!
- Job Description: Cooking planning/development/operation, event planning and operation (cooking-related), related paperwork, etc.
7. Human Resources
The HR team in a company manages and upgrades individual abilities. If you enjoy interacting with others and find happiness in maximizing other people's potential, an internship in HR is recommended!
- Job Description: Assisting with recruitment-related tasks, managing employee contracts, market research, employee training management, etc.
8. Marketing
As a rapidly developing city, Córdoba's various industries and companies are making diverse attempts and ideas to form their own markets domestically and internationally. The marketing field allows you to learn methods to navigate such a competitive market environment.
- Job Description: Research and analysis, marketing planning, product promotion, SNS marketing management, information collection, communication strategy planning, etc.
9. Media
In the media field, you can learn about dealing with current issues in Argentina through newspapers or broadcasting stations. If you want to learn about Argentina's latest issues and turn them into articles, the media field is recommended.
- Job Description: Writer/issue research, writer management, broadcast production assistance, media campaign creation, story discovery, event attendance, media editing assistance, article writing, etc.
10. Public Relations
Public relations can be said to handle the first impression of a company. It involves facing consumers directly more than other departments. If you want to learn methods to enhance the company's visibility and formal Spanish used in official situations, this field is recommended.
- Job Description: Network management, media organization research, article management, data editing, corporate issue announcement support, annual report writing support, etc.
Q. Are there paid internships?Internships abroad are focused on education and provide practical work experience rather than simple tasks, so most are unpaid. Furthermore, paid internships require participants to have enough experience and qualifications to handle the responsibilities, leading to higher initial costs due to the time, personnel, and effort needed to match participants with companies.
However, as the hourly wage in Argentina is lower than in our country, the actual salary for interns is relatively small. Therefore, starting with an unpaid internship to gain valuable work experience and build a career for future domestic or international employment is recommended.
* If you are interested in paid internships, please contact Korea Gap Year at koreagapyear@gmail.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What are the difficulties in an overseas internship?
During your work, you will encounter a variety of people and environments. Moreover, since Argentina has a different cultural background from ours, there may be things that are hard to understand. However, if you overcome these difficulties with an open mind and a spirit of challenge, your understanding of the culture and your work skills will improve significantly. One way to prevent difficulties is to travel locally before the internship begins and learn to respect and understand the local culture. Also, if you encounter difficulties while working or living, there is always a local mentor available to help, so don't worry!
Q2. What kind of institutions will I be interning at?
Participants will be placed in private companies or public institutions in Cordoba. This will depend on the participant's field of application, experience, major, etc., and will be finalized after discussion with the participant. Once the internship institution is confirmed, refunds and changes are not possible, so please choose your application field carefully.
Q3. What kind of insurance do I need?
You need an insurance product that covers overseas illness, overseas injury, and liability, and the insurance period should cover from the start date of the project to the end date. Generally, contacting the overseas insurance department of an insurance company will help you find the relevant insurance products easily.
Q4. How many hours do I generally work?
You will generally work between 20 and 30 hours per week, with a typical schedule of 5 days a week, up to 6 hours per day. However, depending on the field and institution, work schedules may vary, including shift work or daily work. Also, if the institution requires extra work before deadlines, you may voluntarily work extra hours, but if work becomes too overwhelming, you can adjust it through discussions with your supervisor or local mentor. During any free time outside of the internship, feel free to learn Spanish or plan trips with friends to enjoy your own time!
Q5. What if I don't like the company I am interning at?
The internship institution is finalized through discussions with the participant. Generally, the search for an institution is based on the participant's preferences and abilities, and after introducing the institution, the participant can choose to approve or reject the proposed company. If you reject, the institution search process will be repeated (up to 8 weeks). Once the internship institution is confirmed, changes or cancellations are not possible, so clearly express the type of institution you desire when preparing your resume, cover letter, and application form to ensure a smoother connection with the institution.
ACCOMMODATION INTRODUCTION
For accommodation, additional options are available based on individual preferences.
If you wish for accommodation, we assist with reservations to accommodations connected with the institution for an additional fee.
■ Dormitory
The dormitory is located within a 10-20 minute walk from the project site, and you will stay with local and international students. It provides a bed, fan/heater, wardrobe, and storage. The dormitory does not provide meals, but there is a communal kitchen for use and cooking is allowed.Shared room for 3 or more people / Shared bathroom / Shared kitchen / Meals not included / WIFI available * For a single room, a private bathroom is provided.
■ Homestay
This is an opportunity to live with a local family and improve your Spanish skills. It is located about 20 minutes by bus from the project site. The accommodation includes a bed, desk, phone, and TV. Breakfast is provided, and if necessary, the homestay kitchen can be used for cooking.Single room / Shared bathroom / Shared kitchen / Breakfast included / WIFI not provided
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Single Dormitory Room |
Dormitory (3+ people) |
Homestay |
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2 weeks |
850,000 |
480,000 |
670,000 |
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4 weeks |
1,600,000 |
850,000 |
1,230,000 |
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6 weeks |
2,350,000 |
1,230,000 |
1,790,000 |
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8 weeks |
3,100,000 |
1,600,000 |
2,350,000 |
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10 weeks |
3,850,000 |
1,980,000 |
2,920,000 |
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12 weeks |
4,600,000 |
2,350,000 |
3,480,000 |
* In addition to the above options, accommodation choices are available based on meal options and room types.
LOCATION INTRODUCTION
ㅣ Location : Córdoba, Argentina
Cordoba, known as the hometown of Che Guevara, is Argentina's second-largest city and one of the fastest-growing cities. The presence of several universities within the city creates a young and vibrant atmosphere.
Located at an altitude of 400 meters, Cordoba offers a pleasant climate that avoids the intense South American heat even in summer. Additionally, it is one of the most loved cities in Argentina due to its natural surroundings, including mountains and lakes, just a short drive outside the city.
Travel Information
SCHEDULE AND PRICES
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The participation period for this project is 12 weeks. (If you wish to participate for more than 12 weeks, please inquire separately) |
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Project Fee 1,376,000 KRW
* For popular projects, there might be no available slots, so please apply early to secure your spot.
★★ Gap Year Mission Scholarship ★★ Up to 257,000 KRW refund! (Click for details)
* If you cannot pay the full amount, please make an advance payment of 500,000 KRW for the registration fee, and pay the remaining balance within 2 weeks. The process for confirming your participation will be based on the date the registration fee is paid, and we will check the availability of your desired program slot accordingly. Securing your spot early is important to participate on your preferred date and duration! (Refunds are not available once participation is confirmed) * However, if the start date is approaching, the schedule for paying the remaining balance may change depending on the situation.
■ Early Bird Discounts and Emergency Applications Information For all gap year projects, we recommend applying at least 3 months before the project start date to allow for normal processing and preparation. We request that applications be made no later than 2 months before the start date. However, if you need to join the project urgently, you can use our emergency application service by paying an additional fee, and we will assist with the fastest possible processing.
* While we assist with the fastest possible processing, there is basic time required for communication with local agencies and confirming participation. All procedures are conducted in the same manner as for regular participants, so those using the emergency application service should actively cooperate with the Korea Gap Year operations team. ** Those who apply 180 days before the start date can receive an early bird discount. *** The emergency application service can be applied for through the selection options above. For inquiries about the emergency application service, please contact koreagapyear@gmail.com.
**Note: For extremely urgent applications, there may be no available slots depending on local circumstances, and the procedure will follow the gap year refund policy. Additionally, any issues arising from the participant's lack of cooperation will be the participant's responsibility.
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- Local orientation
- Registration and placement, project execution costs
- Internship placement process fees
- Internship agency connection
- Guidance at the local internship agency
- Project registration fee
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- Korea Gap Year internship certificate
- Local agency internship certificate
- 24-hour local emergency contact network
- Life and work mentoring
- Networking parties, field trips, etc.
Calendar of available events
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Not Included |
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- Round-trip airfare - Individual document preparation costs (insurance, certificate issuance, etc.) - Other local living expenses |
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* Please make reservations for flights and transportation after receiving the final confirmation of participation and departure schedule for the project.
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Round-trip Airfare (Including Tax) |
Varies by flight |
Approximately 200 thousand KRW expected |
Not Included |
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Visa Issuance Fee |
Visa-free entry is allowed for 90 days (3 months) |
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Travel Insurance |
Varies by provider / duration |
Approximately 35,000 KRW expected |
* Airfare may vary depending on the flight.
* The local living expenses are written based on average estimates, and may vary depending on the participant's preferences.
* Participant’s travel expenses and personal spending are not included.
| Accommodation | Per Night | Meal | Per Meal |
| Guesthouse | Estimated 10,000 KRW | Local Meal | Estimated 5,000 KRW |
| Hotel | Estimated 70,000 KRW | Restaurant | Estimated 10,000 KRW |
*Estimated local prices are based on average standards and may vary depending on the participant's preferences.
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