Description:
Intern and gain real-world experience in San Ignacio, Belize. San Ignacio is an attractive market town set among tropical hills and home to a diverse population of Creole, Maya and Mestizo populations. As an intern, you will work abroad with the community and one of our affiliated non-governmental organizations (NGOs), government social programs or a self-initiated project. Your project is determined by community need and your skills and interests. You will be a part of real, sustainable development. A designated Project Coordinator guides each intern through the project planning, execution and conclusion phases of their program.
In addition, interns enjoy a flexible program structure which allows them to gradually increase their level of immersion. Programs also include cultural and adventure excursions including visits to Mayan ruins, hikes in the lush rain forests and local festivals.
Highlights:
- Gain International Experience
- Intern at any time throughout the year
- Trek through the Rain forest
- Immerse yourself in local culture at a community festival
Intern Types:
Business Admin, Management,
Development,
Education,
Health Sciences,
Human Rights,
Journalism,
Sports
and Technology
Language:
English
Cost in US$: $1,895 for the first 2 weeks; $385/additional week
Cost Includes:
Excursions,
Food,
Housing,
In-country orientation/Training
and In-country staff support
Experience Required: no
Typical Volunteer Projects:
community development,
health care
and sports
Age Range: 18 +
This Program is open to
Worldwide
Participants.
.
Typical Living Arrangement:
Home-stays
Participants Travel to Belize
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Or
in Groups
Application Process Involves:
Typically The Application Process Time Is 2-3 Months
International Education Programs at Jacksonville University's Mission Statement: International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes global experiences by engaging students and faculty in study, internship and volunteer programs that will expose them to other countries, cultures, languages and people. International Education Programs (IEP) at Jacksonville University promotes cultural immersion through challenging study programs, relevant internship placements, and life-changing service learning opportunities in 19 different countries around the world. Our number one priority is to consistently offer the support services and resources that enable participants to immerse in the local culture, contribute to the local community, and learn more about themselves and the world through their travel experiences. IEP programs cater to individual needs based on desired length of stay, language competency, location, and academic discipline.
Year Founded: 2000