When it comes to international business, there is no place like Chile. Business internships in Chile can give young professionals experience in one of South America’s fastest growing economies. Chile is a hub for all types of businesses. From startups to multinational corporations, interns will work in environments where they can develop the skills required for their career.
The country is known for mining, tourism and agricultural industries, but has recently been expanding across all sectors. At business internships in Chile, you will focus on sales, management, operations, marketing and development.
Many international companies are in Chile. Google recently opened a Data Center in Chile, the only one in South America. Microsoft, Uber and Coca-Cola also have large operational centers in Santiago.
Doing an internship in Chile is the perfect way to build a strong professional network. Young professionals will get an understanding of international trade, with a focus on Latin American markets.
The capital, Santiago, is home to more than 7 million people and is one of the largest cities on the continent. Its immense size has drawn people from all over the world, developing a large community of expats.
Interns will live in the most central parts of the city. Each of Santiago’s neighborhoods has a distinct culture, with vendors selling just about everything. Restaurants, shopping and cultural events will all be nearby. Also, lining the streets are musicians, dancers and performers.
All around the city there are many large parks, bike lanes and public squares. In the center, there are two major hills, each providing a great view of the city. Get to know the city through the music, sports, food and cultural festivals.
Chile is a country with something for everyone. For adventurous travelers, there is the mysterious Easter Island. The Island is one of the most remote places in the world and is only accessible by flight from Santiago or Tahiti. However, the long journey is worth it for a glimpse of the famous Moai statues. It is one of the most photogenic places in Chile.
Food lovers can tour the mainland’s famous vineyards and microbreweries, try traditional Chilean dishes with fresh seafood, and shop for unusual fruits.
Whether you love trekking, biking, horseback riding or simply relaxing in hot springs, you’ll find something to suit your tastes in Southern Chile. At the bottom of Chile and Argentina lies Tierra del Fuego, the gateway to Antarctica. Travelers, however, don’t need to go quite that far south to find adventure. Mountains, volcanoes and hot springs can be found close to Santiago, making for great weekend getaways.
Sources:
https://www.google.com/about/datacenters/inside/locations/index.html
https://www.lonelyplanet.com/argentina/tierra-del-fuego
1. based on Rios de Luz, by Eneas de Troya, CC-by-2.0
2. based on Las Condes, by Deensel, CC-by-2.0