Program Reviews

The program I did with Road doesn't require a TEFL certificate, so even though it's called "teaching English," it's really assisting a teacher in an English language classroom. I was placed at a private bilingual school, where I went for half-days every day because the school teaches half the day in Spanish and half in English. Since I was there during the "English half" I was asked not to speak Spanish to the students at all (so if you're hoping to practice Spanish, this isn't the best way do it). Sometimes I was just observing, but most of the time I was helping give one-on-one attention to students during activities. It took a little while to get settled in a routine because the English school coordinator hadn't really planned out which classrooms I'd be in, so I was moving around a lot between classrooms at first, and it's a shame that I only stayed for 4 weeks because I was just getting into a rhythm. (Part of the reason things were mixed up is that there were a lot of feriados, or holidays, while I was there so the school had a lot of days off.)

I had a wonderful experience using Road 2 Argentina to find an internship in Buenos Aires. I gained a lot of work experience and improved my language skill and I made tons of friends in the process. They also help coordinate day trips and such so you really can make the most of your time there and get the most from the experience. I absolutely would recommend this program to a friend or anyone else looking for an internship or study abroad experience.

I interned int he morning, shadowing physicians as they did their daily rounds/patient intake. The variety of people that you come into contact with is what makes BA so special for an internship. Road2Argentina helped make those connections possible. There are several diseases endemic to only South America (such as Chagas), and I wouldn't have been able to have contact with this at home.

My experiences in BA only reinforce my thinking that no matter where you are, people are people. You get the good and the bad everywhere. Luckily, the large majority of the people I had relationships with in Argentina were positive, kind, and willing to help me.

Getting to know my host family and the families of their children was the best part of this experience. I really couldn't have been placed in a better home. Road2Argentina was really great about making sure my time in Buenos Aires was positive, safe, and fulfilling.

Before committing to the program, I told Road2Argentina that I wanted an unconventional internship placement - in a holistic health setting. I knew this would be challenging to find in Argentina but they have amazing connections to all kinds of professionals in Buenos Aires. They found something for me after a few weeks. Pre-Arrival information was organized and exhaustive so that each participant can feel secure before going abroad. They pick you up at the airport and ensure that you have an orientation set up upon arrival.
Housing with Road2Argentina is in great locations. I chose the shared apartment option and lived with a couple other foreigners and one Argentine young woman, who showed me the ropes of Buenos Aires life and introduced me to her social scene. They make an effort to introduce you to both locals and other travelers. All of their housing locations are in central places close to subway stations and other city attractions, which is a huge asset in such a big city.
Road2Argentina was accommodating in meeting my needs in my internship. After a few months, I decided I was unsatisfied in my job and they immediately searched their professional and personal connections to find me a second job that was more fulfilling. When you express your interests to the team, they follow through in making sure that they are met. Personal emails and check-ups from the team are not uncommon, which is nice as a traveler in a foreign country who is still trying to find her/his way.
The program also offers weekly activities that help you meet the other participants in the program and get to know cultural events happening in Buenos Aires. In this way, participants are offered free access to amazing events that they otherwise would not have even known about. On top of these weekly outings, there is "Mate and Medialunas" every Friday where you can meet other participants, practice Spanish, and enjoy delicious traditional Argentine fare.
Lastly, there are travel opportunities with Road2Argentina. They offer participants tours to different cities in Argentina to travel with other foreigners and knowledgeable, friendly guides. I traveled to Mendoza and had the chance to do wine tastings, rafting, and hiking, all within a reasonably priced travel package plan.
Overall, Road2Argentina really lets you have the experience that you are looking for in Argentina. You can easily be as involved or independent as you want in their programming - if you come to none or every event they offer, either way you can have an amazing time in one of the greatest cities in the world.

My experience in Buenos Aires was amazing. The city is full of life and great for foreigners trying to learn Spanish and engage in Latin American culture. My host family and internship were great. I met so many Argentines I felt completely emerged in society and the cultural.

I absolutely loved volunteering with the Buenos Aires Zoo through Road2Argentina. The internship placement was perfect for me since it combined conservation work, hands on activities, and a friendly and casual environment. I worked with the condors of the Condor Conservation Program every day, helping to feed and care for them while learning a lot about managing a conservation program. At night, Road2Argentina offered some great events and opportunities to get to know the other students and staff. Everyone was friendly and lively and I had a lot of fun watching tango, battling it out in trivia nights, and visiting cool places. Best summer ever!

My experience with Road2Argentina was absolutely fantastic! The program is ran by peer-aged professionals with lots of options for day trips and social activities.

The impact from this program was amazing!

Road2Argentina is an amazing program for teaching in Argentina. They offer a wide variety of programs and really personalize each program for your interests. They make a strong effort to let you teach the grade and subject you are most interested in. They offer amazing support and fun weekly activities that are free for participants. The program allows you to not only meet other people on the program, but also immerse yourself in the culture and meet locals as well. I loved everything about this program and have no complaints!