Altruism is a prevalent theme throughout much of Argentina and those who are able to provide help to their fellow Argentineans do on a regular basis. Multiple non-governmental organizations (NGOs) provide much needed assistance to non-profit organizations of various sizes throughout Argentina . Interning with an NGO in Argentina draws on a variety of professional skills. Advice is required in the fields of management, budgeting and human resources on a daily basis. More and more NGOs in Argentina are striving towards self-sustainability in hopes of improving the living conditions of their fellow Argentineans and enhancing their surrounding environment.

In collaboration with already-existing NGOs (as well as NGOs in the making), interns from a number of backgrounds can lend their expertise to receptive organizations in the following fields: social sciences, social work, psychology, sociology, economics, management, marketing, political science, international relations and more.

Beginner to intermediate Spanish fluency is required. If you cannot speak more than basic Spanish fluency, we suggest you enroll in our Spanish language course to make your stay more rewarding. No additional qualifications are required to join the NGO: Community Development project in Argentina . Interns are expected to be flexible, adaptive, patient and proactive.

Interns in IFRE's NGO/Community Development project can expect to support local NGOs and their specific goals, which are determined by the NGO's purpose within their respective communities. Interns with the following skills will find this project significantly beneficial in understanding the needs of NGOs in Argentina : marketing, fundraising, project planning, accounting, report planning, photography, surveying, graphic design, web-based research, database building/managing, networking, etc. Interns' personal skill sets and abilities are considered when matching specific skills with present needs.

IFRE manages your living accommodations in Argentina . Meals are not included in the Argentina program fee. Your hostel or guesthouse is located in a charming neighborhood in the city of Córdoba . Córdoba boasts numerous exciting opportunities for interns to see a city with a bright future, which maintains echoes of its colonial and culture-rich past. Córdoba's vibrant culture has produced a number of influential writers and its own musical style known as “El Cuarteto” (in addition to classical, jazz, rock, pop and techno).

Rooms may be private or shared with a same-gender intern. Bathroom facilities are generally shared and have running hot water and a “western” style toilet. You will have the ability to do your laundry in the hostel or guesthouse.

Throughout the internship assignment, the local in-country staff stays in contact with interns either with face-to-face visits or via email/telephone. Interns have 24/7 access to in-country staff via mobile phone numbers. With longer placements, interns receive visits every two weeks (when possible). The in-country staff is here to support your intern efforts and your success and happiness is very important to all of us.

There are also many monuments, lively festivals, pleasant theaters and a pulsing nightlife. Interns reside in accommodations located just minutes from the downtown area. This unique living situation is often conducive to fellow interns getting to know each other. A must-do for Argentinean interns are the local Tango lessons provided for participants in IFRE's living accommodations. These accommodations also house our local operator's headquarters – ensuring vital and constant contact with our in-country coordinators.