INTERSHIP PROGRAM
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The PRAXIS internship program allows students to gain experience in the field of their choice in an international, multicultural setting. Internships may be done in social work, healthcare, appropriate technology, ecology/sustainable development, education, art, music, religious studies, engineering, and other fields.
Includes:
- Spanish instruction, normally 4 weeks, in small classes of not more than 4 people. Students with an advanced level of Spanish may request to pass out of this requirement and go directly to their internship. Or, they may do a half day of internship and 2-3 hours of Spanish study for the first 4 weeks.
- Cultural Events and site visits during the first 4 weeks.
- Homestay with a Costa Rican family.
- Internship: after 4 weeks of intensive Spanish, the student will begin his/her internship.
- Meals: 2 meals a day and laundry service with your host family.
Cost:
- $65 application fee plus $1,600 for every 4 weeks. A $500 deposit must accompany the application at least 6 weeks before the starting date.
- Does not include lunches, transportation by public bus, health insurance, or any weekend travel. Student should budget between $300-$400 /month for personal expenses.
Recommendations:
- Upon successful completion of the program, Praxis will provide a letter of recommendation to the students' graduate or professional school and/or future employer.