Micro-Business Internship

location
4 - 50 uker  ·  Alder 18 - 50+

rating  Strålende 4.7  · 
  Verifisert av Volunteer World
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Frivilligprosjekt med høyeste kvalitet. Dette prosjektet tilbyr høyeste kvalitet som setter standarder - langt over gjennomsnittet.

Høydepunkter

  • Work with local businesses, including entrepreneurs, families, and social enterprises.
  • Receive 1 hour of private Spanish lessons every day (Monday to Friday).
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.

Høydepunkter

  • Work with local businesses, including entrepreneurs, families, and social enterprises.
  • Receive 1 hour of private Spanish lessons every day (Monday to Friday).
  • Gain Spanish practice by living with a host family and sharing daily life with locals.
  • Make memories you'll never forget during your time abroad.
  • Learn more about the Latin American ways, customs and habits.


  • Spesielt egnet for

    Alder 18+
    Singler
    Par
    50+

    Om programmet

    Dive in & make a Costa Rican impact! Immerse yourself in the business world, apply your skills to real projects, and contribute to a local company's growth.

    Micro business internship placements are with locally-owned business including small entrepreneurships, family-owned organizations, or social enterprises. Placements require at least an intermediate level (B1) of Spanish. Work may vary depending on current business projects and goals at your ...

    Om programmet

    Micro business internship placements are with locally-owned business including small entrepreneurships, family-owned organizations, or social enterprises. Placements require at least an intermediate level (B1) of Spanish. Work may vary depending on current business projects and goals at your placement.

    Possible tasks for Micro-Business Interns include:

    • Provide online marketing support through website updates, social media management, adverting, etc.
    • Update and develop promotional materials
    • Assist with community outreach and promotion
    • Improve existing internal and external communication, including training materials, FAQs, and canned responses
    • Research competitors, potential partners, and promotional opportunities
    • Assist with basic accounting, including expense reports and project budgets
    • Assist with general day-to-day operations, office administration, client service, and sales

    As part of the internship program, participants receive 1 hour of private Spanish lessons every day, Monday to Friday. The classes can be personalized to the level and work schedule, and focuses on vocabulary relevant to the internship placement. 

    Our Native Spanish Program is taught by experienced, certified, native Spanish instructors. Maximo Nivel uses the Communicative Method of language teaching, which is focused primarily on immersive, spoken interaction as a means of learning. For this reason, please note that teachers speak only in Spanish 100% of the time during class.

    All interns are required to submit weekly journals and a final deliverable.

    Internships os less than 8 weeks require either a 10-20 page written paper or a 1-hour PowerPoint presentation. Internships of 8 weeks or longer require both a 10-20 page written paper and a 1-hour PowerPoint presentation.

    Final Deliverables are expected to cover the following:

    • Overview of the company worked with and the intern's role
    • Organization review
    • Sector analysis in host or home country
    • Analysis of obstacles incurred
    • Outcomes/results
    Interns are always supported by Maximo Nivel’s in-country coordinators, but they are not with them at the placement every day. Please be prepared for some independence and leadership.

    The majority of internship placements are located in and around San José. Travel time varies widely from place to place and interns should expect to spend 20-90 minutes traveling each way. The city bus system is generally the most effective and cheapest way to get to and from the project, though taxis are widely available and are still an option. For the first visit to the placement, interns are taken by a Maximo Nivel representative using the local transport and given additional information about how to get to and from the work place. Local bus rides are very affordable and a one way trip will rarely cost more than ₡350 (about $0.75). 



    Typisk dag

    Work hours at the internship placement vary according to the needs of the project. Interns should expect to work 4-6 hours per day, Monday to Friday, and they may have additional planning to do outside of work.

    Typisk dag

    Work hours at the internship placement vary according to the needs of the project. Interns should expect to work 4-6 hours per day, Monday to Friday, and they may have additional planning to do outside of work.

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Within San José, interns can take a city tour, see shows at the National Theatre, visit the central market, and go zip-lining. Our local staff always posts a monthly events calendar to them know of the activities going on around Maximo. Outside of San José, they can hike up volcanos, go ...

    Fritidsaktiviteter

    Within San José, interns can take a city tour, see shows at the National Theatre, visit the central market, and go zip-lining. Our local staff always posts a monthly events calendar to them know of the activities going on around Maximo. Outside of San José, they can hike up volcanos, go whitewater rafting, and take a trip to the Pacific or Caribbean coasts. There are a lot of options and our staff is well-acquainted with the area to help advise on the must-see places. Tours and trips can also be easily booked through our on-site travel partner.

    Krav

    Krav

    Minimumsalder: 18 år

    For å bli med i programmet må du være minst 18 år gammel på programmets startdato. Det kan være unntak hvis du kan gi tillatelse fra dine foresatte eller hvis du er i følge med foreldrene dine.

    Språkferdigheter

    Du må snakke Spansk (middels nivå)

    Utdanningskrav

    på High School nivå

    Nasjonalitetsbegrensninger

    Ingen restriksjoner. Hjelpende hender fra hele verden er velkomne.

    Tidsforpliktelse

    Din hjelpende hånd vil bli påkrevd Mandag, Tirsdag, Onsdag, Torsdag og Fredag

    Hva inngår

    Hva inngår

    Tjenester fra Maximo Nivel

    Our fees include:

    - Airport pick-up
    - Host family accommodations (private room with breakfast and dinner)
    - Spanish classes (5 hours of lessons/week)
    - Program and safety orientation
    - Walking tour
    - Official certificate of internship
    - Emergency contact number 24/7
    - Program management
    - Free Tandem Conversation Program
    - Free office-wide WIFI and computer lounge
    - Free social activities
    - Free coffee and tea and on-site snack bar
    - Maximo Nivel Institute open 7 days/week

    Henting fra flyplassen på Juan Santamaria International Airport

    Airport pick up in San José is included. Interns find our representative outside the airport bringing a yellow flag with a smiley face on it.

    Overnatting

    Interns stay in a traditional family-stay where you they are placed with a pre-approved middle class Costa Rican family. Breakfast and dinner are included in their home stay.

    Mat og drikke

    Interns have 2 meals included (breakfast and dinner) 7 days a week.

    Internettilgang

    God tilgang på prosjektstedet

    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Hva er IKKE inkludert?

    Flybilletter

    Den nærmeste flyplassen er Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) i San Jose. Vi hjelper deg med å finne billige flyreiser til Costa Rica. FINN BILLIGE FLYREISER

    Reiseforsikring

    Å reise til utlandet er et eventyr, og det er alltid best å være forberedt. Plutselig sykdom eller skade, avbestilling eller tyveri – en reiseforsikring for Costa Rica gir trygghet og er et pluss å ha. FÅ ET TILBUD

    Vaksiner

    Hvis du har tenkt å jobbe frivillig i Costa Rica bør du søke medisinsk råd før du starter din sosiale reise. Sjekk de nødvendige vaksinasjonene dine for Costa Rica. VAKSINESJEKKER

    Detaljer ved ankomst

    Every Monday, all year round. 

    Tilgjengelighet
    Jan. Febr. Mars Apr. Mai Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Okt. Nov. Des.

    Programgebyrer

    4 uker (min. opphold) 2,012€
    5 uker 2,309€
    6 uker 2,607€
    7 uker 2,904€
    8 uker 3,020€
    9 uker 3,318€
    10 uker 3,615€
    11 uker 3,913€
    12 uker 4,210€
    13 uker 4,508€
    14 uker 4,805€
    15 uker 5,103€
    16 uker 5,400€
    17 uker 5,698€
    18 uker 5,995€
    19 uker 6,293€
    20 uker 6,590€
    21 uker 6,888€
    22 uker 7,185€
    23 uker 7,483€
    24 uker 7,780€
    25 uker 8,078€
    26 uker 8,375€
    27 uker 8,673€
    28 uker 8,970€
    29 uker 9,268€
    30 uker 9,565€
    31 uker 9,863€
    32 uker 10,160€
    33 uker 10,458€
    34 uker 10,755€
    35 uker 11,053€
    36 uker 11,350€
    37 uker 11,648€
    38 uker 11,945€
    39 uker 12,243€
    40 uker 12,540€
    41 uker 12,838€
    42 uker 13,135€
    43 uker 13,433€
    44 uker 13,730€
    45 uker 14,028€
    46 uker 14,325€
    47 uker 14,623€
    48 uker 14,920€
    49 uker 15,218€
    50 uker (max. opphold) 15,515€
    Gjennomsnittlig gebyr 406€/uke

    Programgebyrer

    406€ per uke 4 - 50 uker Alder 18 - 50+

    Betalingsmetoder

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    INGEN KREDITTKORTGEBYRER


    Varighet

    4 - 50 uker

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    Endelig Betaling

    Din sluttbetaling vil bli avtalt med Maximo Nivel under søknadsprosessen. Vanlige løsninger er enten via bankoverføring eller kontant betaling på prosjektstedet.


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    Maximo Nivel

    Strålende 4.7 rating (110 gjennomganger)

    Byrå - grunnlagt i 2003

    Verifisert av Volunteer World

      Svært høy Svarprosent

    Arrangert av

    Georgie

    Snakkede språk: Engelsk, Spansk

    Om prosjektet

    Maximo Nivel offers Volunteer Abroad and International Internship programs in Costa Rica, Guatemala, and Peru.

    Møt din vert

    Who we are? 

    Maximo Nivel is a family-owned organization that has been offering volunteer abroad programs since 2003. We are a locally-based organization in Costa Rica, Guatemala and Peru, where we also own and operate 4 intercultural centers in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; San José, Costa Rica.

    What we do? 

    We offer a wide range of work-study-travel programs, including Volunteer Abroad, International Internships, TEFL Certification, Gap Year, Spanish Immersion, Adventure & Culture, and more! 

    Where we work? 

    Maximo Nivel’s work-study-travel programs take place in Antigua, Guatemala; Cusco, Peru; Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica; and San José, Costa Rica. We also have off-site programs on the Pacific and Caribbean coasts of Costa Rica and Guatemala and in the Amazon Jungle and Sacred Valley of Peru. 

    Our mission/vision: 

    Maximo Nivel is a professional, ethical, and hardworking organization that is completely dedicated to providing a great experience to every student, participant, client, faculty leader, and partner who joins us.

    Our goals: 

    • Deliver high-quality, safe, affordable programs 
    • Provide the best Spanish language immersion in all of Latin America 
    • Improve impact at every volunteer project site where we work 
    • Train and certify world-class ESL teachers 
    • Organize excellent internships and other opportunities for international work experience 
    • Help people experience the world through education, adventure, and cultural travel.

    Who are we looking for? 

    Adventurous people who are passionate about travel, culture, languages, and helping others.

    Why choose us? 

    Maximo Nivel's program fees are affordable and transparent. We pride ourselves on providing great client service!

    110 gjennomganger · rating4.7

    Wolfgang Oberauer rating5

    2024 at Construction and Renovation Assistant

    I had the most amazing experience as part of this volunteering programme. Maximo Nivel was great in taking me feel looked after. My hist family was always there for me, kept my room clean, cooked for me and were super reliable. A great benefit was also the Spanish classes which really uplevelled my ...
    Martina Gut rating4.4

    2024 at Support Local Healthcare

    Fue una linda experiencia para mí y me quedé satisfecha de toda manera. La primera semana estaba en un asilo de ancianos y las próximas semanas en un colegio para niños discapacitados, siempre con gente muy amable. En los fines de semana siempre hice excursiones fabulosas como montaña de siete ...
    Aisha Rahman rating5

    2023 at Sea Turtles Conservation Experience

    Observing the hatching of baby sea turtles in Costa Rica was an unparalleled experience. Everyone made me feel welcome and supported. It was great to be able to explore Tamarindo and other beach towns during the weekends and I met so many great people I still keep in touch today. Thank you for the ...
    Daniel White rating5

    2023 at Sea Turtles Conservation Experience

    Experiencing an arribada in Costa Rica was truly a once-in-a-lifetime event. Thousands of turtles arriving simultaneously to lay their eggs was a remarkable sight to behold. As a volunteer, I felt privileged to contribute to the conservation of these endangered ...
    Kathleen Nordstrom rating5

    2023 at Community Childcare Supporter

    I would recommend Máximo Nivel a million times over. The warm, engaging staff and volunteer/student community make you feel welcome from the moment you step in the door, and I met several lifelong friends. There are lots of opportunities to explore, including around the city and the country as a ...
    Javier Jiménez rating5

    2023 at Sea Turtles Conservation Experience

    The project that I was in was the turtle conservation in Junquillal and it was for 3 months. I didn't know what to expect at all but I fell in love with the little town and the wonderful locals that were so loving and caring towards me. When we had to release the baby turtles into the wild I really ...

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