Program Assistant

Position Responsibilities

• Work closely with our student populations and communities to form strong relationship and expand impact.
• Support staff in organizing and leading programming activities including surf sessions and environmental education.
• Directing and assisting in daily administrative and operational related activities.

About the Organization

For the past decade, this organization has provided life-changing programming to underserved and at-risk children ages 8-18 in and around Valparaíso, Chile. We use surfing, academic tutoring, and environmental stewardship to engage, educate, and motivate our students. We are committed to each student, empowering them with the tools to better their own lives and positively impact their communities.

On-site Supervision and Support

Our internships include 24/7 on-site staff to support students working and living abroad. All students will also report to a supervisor at their internship site. Supervisors provide and oversee daily tasks, introduce the intern to team members, and mentor the intern in organizational agility, skill acquisition, and career readiness. Interns complete a midpoint and final evaluation, and supervisors complete a final evaluation of their interns. All work responsibilities and projects are approved in advance. 
 

Academic Credit

Students on an internship have the opportunity to enroll in their home university for credit, or enroll in a course through API to transfer back to their university for credit. Email support-internships@apiexperience.com for more information and a syllabus.

Housing and Excursions

Housing and excursions are included in your internship and will be selectable during the application process.