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Alex
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

"Discover, Immerse, Experience, Grow" - Proyecto Peru

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What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Definitely guinea pig! It may not look appetizing, but you gotta try it while you are in Cusco. It's not as bad as it looks!
Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Hi Alex,

Thank you for your review! It sounds like you had an amazing experience and you took this opportunity and made the most of every minute. Congratulations on the completion of your internship and I'm sure you'll be looking back on this experience for years to come. All the best in your endeavors. You were a great ambassador for Southern Utah University in Peru. From myself and the Intern Abroad HQ team, we wish you all the best in your future pursuits.

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Olivia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amazing Experience!

After coming home from Spain I immediately wished I could go back. My internship in Valencia was so amazing and I truly got so much out of it. I learned about the field I want to go into, got hands on experience, and did this all in another country. I arrived in Spain extremely nervous because I never left America before but as soon as I went to my orientation I knew it would be amazing. The staff and everyone was so helpful and answered all of my questions. I also had the opportunity to meet other students from other Universities who became great friends throughout the trip. My host mom was so nice and even though there was a slight language barrier I felt comfortable in her home and she helped me with anything I needed. I recommend this experience to anyone looking to intern abroad.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The most nerve racking thing about this experience was traveling and arriving in Spain alone. I overcame this after my orientation when I realized there were other students who would become great friends.
Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Hi Olivia, thank you for your kind words! It's awesome to hear that you had a great time in Spain and we appreciate you taking the time to share a little about your internship experience. We wish you all the best moving forward with your next adventures! From Dallas and the Intern Abroad HQ team :-)

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Natalie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Lifelong Memories

I absolutely loved interning with Intern Abroad HQ in Peru. I worked with kids in an after school program where I planned activities and games for them and had a blast! We cooked different foods, played Go Fish!, colored coloring pages, went to the park, had dance parties, etc. I loved every minute. It was so much fun to plan these activities with the other interns and then introduce them to the kids. They really loved learning and were always excited to spend time with us. My personal favorite days were the cooking days. We prepped beforehand and then let them do the easier things. They loved eating what they had made! And it was fun for them to try different things from the United States, South Korea, Belgium, and other countries from around the world.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Guinea pig....it tastes like chicken! Very salty chicken.
Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Hi Natalie, thanks for your feedback! It was awesome to have you onboard with us for the SUU semester abroad elective. We know that you, along with the fellow SUU students, will be missed by the placements, host families and local team members. All the best with your studies, Spanish learning and future adventures! Cheers, from Dallas and the team.

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Amber
4/5
No, I don't recommend this program

Bad Placement in Valencia, Spain

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Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Hi Amber,

Thanks for taking the time to share thoughts on your experience. I understand that we've previously discussed your concerns on the matter and I'm happy to clarify further.

We're sorry to hear that your placement didn't meet your expectations, as we do take a customized approach to ensure that all arrangements are made in consideration of each intern's profile, relevant experience, interests and study background.

You indicated that you spent the first week of your internship researching the club and its programs, which does make sense. You might have done some background research on this prior to beginning the internship, as all interns are provided information about their placement in advance, in order to prepare. Although you mentioned that you had no idea what your internship placement was in advance, you were emailed the complete profile of your internship placement several weeks before you began. This information which was sent to you outlined a description of the company, the name and contact information for your supervisor, and a list of the tasks/activities you could expect to be involved with.

It's natural to spend the first few days learning more about the operations, clients, current projects, and getting to know your colleagues better as well. This is essential, to ensure you develop a sound understanding of the company and audience, which becomes the foundation upon which you begin to create content and address other marketing/outreach priorities. For this reason, we outlined that there is an introductory period to be expected. The longer people intern for, the more integrated they become within the company, gaining more independence and ability to work across broader projects. We have successfully worked with this placement and hosted shorter-term interns for some time, as the opportunity provides insight into a professional football club that is currently accomplishing milestones in terms of marketing and international expansion.

We regret that you did not inform us, our local coordinator, or your internship supervisor of your concerns earlier, or come to us with any questions during your stay. We're always in a position to assist people during their internship and we encourage everyone to be as proactive as possible; to speak up if they are wanting to do more, or feeling like their current role is falling short of their ambitions and capabilities. All of the team is available to help but must be informed when assistance is needed so that they can give you appropriate support and guidance.

The internships are also designed to focus on strength identification, cultural intelligence, and universally transferable employability skills (i.e. cultural awareness, communication, problem solving etc). For this reason, we include the experiential learning curriculum you were additionally provided, and we invite you to complete this.

We are already in touch and you have my contact details available. If you have further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to email me or call.

Kind regards,

Dallas.

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John
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A great Experienec

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What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Great place to see the diversity of foods in South Africa. One can try out a variety of game meat in the form of biltong, a jerky-like cured and dried snack. Plenty of influence from the multiple cultures derived from Asia (mmm curry!), Afrikaans and the many ethnic groups in South Africa. A truly wonderful place for foodies with a sense of adventure.
Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Hi John,

Thank you for you kind words! It was wonderful to follow your internship progress in Cape Town through your weekly journal assignments and it was a pleasure to support you on this journey. On behalf of the Intern Abroad HQ team, we wish you all the best for the future and we are excited for you to have the opportunity to transfer your intern experience in Cape Town, to the Occupational Therapy field in the United States.

Cheers! From Daniel, Dallas and the Intern Abroad HQ team :-)

Kaelyn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

100% Recommend!

I spent 6 weeks in Cape Town, South Africa doing an occupational therapy internship. I had the best 6 weeks of my life, and learned so much in such a short time. I was able to experience the incredibly welcoming culture of SA, gain valuable observation hours which will help me in the future, meet tons of awesome fellow interns and students, and experience many of the awesome activities and beauty of Cape Town and the surrounding area has to offer. I wish I could have spent so much more time here. Thank you to InternAbroad for answering all of my questions and making sure I was prepared and informed before my trip, as well as providing support during the trip if I ever needed it. To anyone who is thinking of doing an internship - don't let fear hold you back! Take an open mind, be flexible and enjoy your experience abroad!

Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Hi Kaelyn, it was great to be able to host you in Cape Town and to see that you spoke so highly of our organization and your internship experience (it is much appreciated!). I hope that the experience that you earned through your internship helps you in your studies and carries through to your professional life. Good luck in your future endeavors! - Cheers from Daniel :-)

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Stephen
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

An Experience To Remember!

I went on a six-week internship to Greece with Intern Abroad HQ and was working in Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Conservation Research at the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation. I always had someone to rely on with this company if I had any questions or concerns, and they are very proactive in ensuring their interns get the best out of their experiences. You can tell they've been doing this a very long time and companies like this help take the stress out of finding the right internship for you. I was lucky enough to have Dallas as my point of contact with Intern Abroad HQ and she always went above and beyond to make sure everything was going according to plan and kept in contact before, during and after the internship. Thanks Guys!

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Be ready to be adaptable as anything could happen! Especially weather wise!
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Bethan
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

My unforgettable internship in Cape Town

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What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
A sunrise hike of Devil's peak in central Cape Town had its challenges with not having the best visibility, but couldn't have been more rewarding!
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Soraya
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A meaningful experience

This experience was so meaningful for me! At the beginning I had a lot of fear and I wanted to return in my home country, because it was very difficult to understand so many differences between my home country and my host country. But after the first week it was really easy to do everything and my host country was so full of things to do. Then I had a great time with my host family that helped me to feel very involved in the country’s culture and I felt that I was helpful for someone during my internship. I made friends and I made a lot of activities during my month in Perù. This experience helped me to be more fearless and to be more brave and confident. And also helped me to become more confident in my professional abilities and to be more responsable. I collected a lot of memories for my entire life!

Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Hi Soraya, thanks for your review! We appreciate it and are happy you found the right internship experience, which was was meaningful and rewarding. We wish you all the best going forward. Thanks again, from Dallas and the Intern Abroad HQ team :-)

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Nikki
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Midwifery Internship in Peru

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Response from Intern Abroad HQ

Thanks for sharing a little about your time as a Midwifery intern in Cusco! It's great to hear that you had a fantastic time and it was our pleasure to facilitate the internship experience for you. Awesome also to hear that you've kept in touch with the new friends you made! Take care for now and best wishes for your future plans! Cheers, Dallas.