FAQS
Please find below our FAQs to see if this helps answering your questions.
If these don’t answer your question, don’t hesitate to contact us.
Who is eligible to do an internship?
We provide internships for everyone, students, new graduates, or anyone looking for a new kind of experience abroad.
We only require a minimum age of 18 years.
What types of internships do you offer?
This all depends on what your needs are.
We are always trying our best to meet your needs, whether they be aimed at getting work experience, writing your thesis or doing volunteer work, we have the means to make this happen, just let us know.
When could I start an internship and for what period of time?
This also all depends on what your requirements are.
In general you could start at any time and for any period you might need (of course in accordance with the host company).
What kinds of companies could I do an internship with?
This all depends on your profile and requirements. Most of the partnerships we have are with small companies and entrepreneurs in a variety of industries.
Our suggestion for interns is that they get fully involved in the projects, which will enrich their learning experience. Of course we can also aim our search towards internships with larger companies if that’s what is desired.
Are the internships paid?
In general the internships are unpaid due to visa regulations. In some cases it could be discussed with the company in question.
Do I need to speak Spanish to be considered for an internship?
No, it is not necessary. However, it will increase your chance for securing an internship offer from a company.
Also, for social purposes, the better your Spanish is the more convenient certain aspects of daily life will be.
How does the matching process after registration work? Aft
After the first interview with us, we will ask you to pay the registration fee. After that we will send your resume to companies and entrepreneurs in our network. We will keep you updated regularly on the search. If there is mutual interest between you and the company, an interview will be planned. Some tips we can give for a successful interview are:
- If the interview is through Skype, use your webcam and dress appropriately for the type of business you wish intern at.
- Do a brief bit of research about the company, industry, services or products. Try to include references about their field or give examples related to their business, let them know that you are prepared for the interview.
- Try to familiarize yourself with wha they are looking for in a candidate.
- Be honest at all times. It’s not the first time the interviewer does something like this and he/she has experience and can easily recognize a truth or a lie.
- Ask as many questions as you can. This is the moment where you will have to get all the information about the company. Pay close attention to activities, working hours and other details of the offer.
What are the costs of doing an internship by the help of Internship BA?
The price of the total package is € 695 EUR including a registration fee of € 225 EUR (or the equivalent in USD). In order for us to ensure that we are maximizing the use of our time and resources helping only serious requests we require a registration fee. In the unique case that we cannot find anything for you, we will refund you this registration fee, so you won’t have any financial risk.
What other expenses should I consider for my internship besides the placement fee?
Expenses you should consider are, and not limited to:
- Plane ticket
- Rent
- Personal living costs: food & beverages, social activities, etc.
- Visa fees (if applicable)
- Insurance
- Vaccinations
What type of insurance would I need to do an internship?
Regular travel insurance usually doesn’t cover an internship.
Check with you current insurance provider to see if the coverage is available for you while doing an internship abroad. Most student insurance plans offer this type of coverage.
Do I need a visa to do an internship?
If your passport is from one of the following countries mentioned below, it will not be necessary to apply for a visa in order to enter Argentina. You will enter as a tourist and receive an automatic 90 day tourist visa. If your internship in Argentina is more than 90 days long, you can extend this by leaving the country for a weekend trip or an extension at the Migration Office. You can do so on site in Buenos Aires with the help of our organization. Since most of the internships are unpaid, you can enter as a tourist.
Andorra, Australia, Austria, Barbados, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Czech Republic, Chile, Cyprus, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Denmark, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, Hong Kong (*), Hungary, Ireland, Iceland, Israel, Italy, Japan, Republic Of Korea, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Mexico, Monaco, Nicaragua, Norway, Netherlands, New Zealand, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Saint Kitts And Nevis, San Marino, Saint Vincent And The Grenadines, Saint Lucia, Serbia, Singapore, Slovakia, Republic, Slovenia, Spain, South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Trinidad And Tobago, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States Of America, Uruguay, Estate Of The Vatican City, Venezuela.If your country is not listed above you will need to contact your nearest Argentine Embassy or Argentine Consulate offices at least thirty (30) days prior to the proposed date of departure to avoid inconveniences. Please contact us for more information.
Important: Citizens from the United States, Canada and Australia are required to pay a reciprocity entry fee before traveling to Argentina. After you sign up for our services, we will send you detailed information on how to pay this fee online.
Can I also do an internship somewhere else in Argentina?
Our main focus is Buenos Aires since that is the center of economic activity in Argentina. If you would like to find an internship in another city, please contact us, we can also help you with this type of request.