CEA Internships in San José, Costa Rica

Name: CEA Internships in San José, Costa Rica
Brand: CEA CAPA Education Abroad
SKU: 224403
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

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Location

Costa Rica
- San José

Length

12 weeks

Industry

Accounting Advertising Arts Design Finance Hospitality Media Relations Public Policy Sports Science Tourism

Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships, Payment plans, Work study, LGBTQIA+ funding, BIPOC funding

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Program Details

Timeframe

Fall Spring Summer Winter

Housing

Apartment Host Family

Language

English

Qualifications

Minimum 2.6 GPA
At least two years of College completed by the time of application
Minimum 4 semesters of language at the college level and must demonstrate oral and written proficiency in Spanish

Pricing

What's Included

Some Accommodation Activities Airport Transfers

Last Updated: Jan 10, 2022

Last Reviewed: Oct 01, 2023

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About Program

San José is Costa Rica’s capital, a place marked by different periods of rule and Spanish colonization, which employed this region’s precious resources like gold and jade in the city’s art and architecture. Advanced Spanish speaker should consider doing an internship abroad in San José because it is a great way to broaden your understanding of the culture and develop a high level of language fluency.

CEA San José internships provide hands-on, practical experience to help you enhance your résumé and rise above the competition. A range of career fields are available, including Advertising, Business Management, Communication, Education, Environmental Studies, Hospitality, International Relations, Marketing, NGO & Development, Psychology, Public Relations, Social Sciences, Social Services, Teaching, & Tourism.

To learn more about CEA Internships Abroad San José, click “Visit Site” and see what’s waiting for you!

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Diversity & Inclusion 💙

BIPOC Support

CEA CAPA provides, in conjunction with Diversity Abroad, Destination Guides which provide resources and tips for Black/African-American students, Latinx students, Asian American students, and all other students of color.

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LGBTQIA+ Support

Through our personalized advising, CEA CAPA takes steps to understand the needs of a diversity of student identities like the LGBTQIA+ community. In addition to diversity and identity training, CEA CAPA leadership engage in continuous department level project work to identify and revise policies and practices using the appropriate Justice, Equity, Diversity or Inclusion lens as a frame to reduce bias and barriers that impact students, faculty, and staff. CEA CAPA is intentional in elevating diverse student voices and providing a platform for a broad array of identities to share their experiences abroad. The CEA CAPA World Blog promotes stories and personal experiences from the perspectives of diverse student bloggers and vloggers.

Neurodivergent Support

CEA CAPA is willing and able to assist students with learning disabilities and physical disabilities. Students are requested to disclose disabilities through the application health forms as part of their application and in discussion with their application advisor or program manager. The earlier CEA CAPA is made aware of learning or physical disabilities the better we can work with the student, institution, and overseas team to tailor an Individualized Education Program if necessary to support the student.

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Impact 🌎

Sustainability

CEA CAPA makes a conscious effort to create study abroad experiences that leave a positive impact on host communities. Each location implements a variety of strategies to support the local community and promote sustainability. Examples include:

Use of recycling bins in Study Center locations and in CEA CAPA housing

Signage in CEA CAPA housing urging students to limit water and electricity usage

Students are often given reusable bags and water bottles upon arrival to limit single plastic use

Students are provided with instructions for acquiring transportation passes to promote use of public transportation rather than taxis

Program Highlights

Strong Academics
Substantial Pre-Employment Experience
An Individualized Placement Process
Affordable, Convenient Options

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Originally, I saw the study abroad flyers around my campus, and I was very interested but I have a lot of financial struggles so I knew I wouldn’t be able to afford it. Late one night, my mom told me that it would be a good opportunity, and to not worry about the money for it and she told me to apply…. Two days after the deadline. The staff with CEA CAPA were extremely nice and considerate towards me and my situation. They answered every question, and helped me with financial assistance, and further helped me when I had an issue with the registration due to negligence by staff at my institution. Because of them, I was able to go to Costa Rica and meet my Mama Tica. To this day I still talk to her and I talk to her grandchildren even though we are thousands of miles apart. I cannot wait to return this summer.

Pros

Extremely friendly people
Perfect weather
Food is better than anywhere else

Cons

Bring an umbrella for when it rains
Ubers are illegal
Dinner is a little late

Response from CEA CAPA Education Abroad

Hi Dylan! So glad you took the chance and applied even with your initial hesitations. I totally get it! So glad you got to enjoy what Costa Rica offers.

By Taylor Coulson on October 25, 2023

I got to meet so many people who were passionate about the same things I was and they are now some of my best friends. The school taught me a lot that I don't think I would have otherwise learned in classes at my university and my host family was so kind and made me feel welcome in the culture. The weather was great and traveling to places around the country was very easy. The program was not that expensive and worth every penny. The food is delicious and it is a fairly safe area to be before dark.

Pros

On the less expensive side
Easy to travel to surrounding parts of Costa Rica
Educational

Cons

Puerto Viejo beach is not safe, do not go

Response from CEA CAPA Education Abroad

Hi Sophia! Thank you for sharing your feedback about your CEA Study Abroad experience. We're so glad you met people with similar passions and made new best friends. When you study abroad, the world truly becomes your classroom and it's great you discovered that. Best of luck to you as a CEA alum!

By Taylor Coulson on November 28, 2022

Questions & Answers

Location

Location:

San José

Currency:

Costa Rican Colón

Weather:

Jan-Mar

79 F / 57 F

Apr-Jun

81 F / 63 F

Jul-Sep

88 F / 73 F

Oct-Dec

86 F / 73 F

Costa Rica is known for its Pura Vida lifestyle and San José is a great place to get familiar with the lifestyle. One of the best ways to discover San José is through the arts; whether you like theatre, dance, or music, this is the quickest way to the heart of Costa Rica.

About CEA CAPA Education Abroad

With 22 destinations across 13 countries, CEA CAPA Education Abroad offers an ideal balance of academics, internships, and adventure to more than 4,000 students each year. Click on “Visit Site” to explore our study and internship opportunities and find out just out how far international education can take you. Why study abroad or complete an...