Our Veterinary
Placement is located in the heart of Buenos Aires and is perfect for a
passionate animal lover looking to to gain experience working with all types of
animals. You'll work in one of the
largest vet clinics and pet shops in Buenos Aires, located downtown, a
few blocks away from 9 de Julio Avenue.
PROJECT OVERVIEW
Location: Buenos Aires
Start dates: Available all year round, you choose
your start date Duration:
From 4 weeks to 3 months, subject to visa
requirements
Requirements: No qualifications required, but you
must have a strong passion for animals.
Some Spanish is
strongly preferred. See Who Can Apply below.
Compensation: Unpaid Price:
£995 for 2 weeks, ranging up to £2,695
for 12 weeks. Full Price List
and other Currencies
What's included: ►Arranging
the internship,
►Full pre-departure support and assistance,
►Funds protection insurance
►Accommodation
►Food (excluding lunch)
►Meeting you at the nearest Airport
►Transfer to your accommodation
►Transport to and from your project
►In-country team support and backup
►24-hr emergency support
►Certificate of Completion.
What's not included:
Flights, travel insurance, cost of visa,
return transfer to the airport.
The
CP Centrehas 15 people working between the Pet Shop and
the Clinic, including two vets. Working hours are from Monday to Saturday from 8
a.m. to 8.30 p.m. There are also people on Sundays doing the cleaning and
feeding the animals. An intermediate Spanish level is required to work in the
clinic (vet consultations and surgeries).
WORK CONTENT You'll need a strong passion for animals to be able
to become part of the Centre's three different areas; depending on your
likes, experience and level of Spanish.
These areas are:
Helping take
care of the boarding pets as well as those for sale and under medical care
(e.g. cleaning the cages, feeding the animals, checking their health,
administering their medicine, etc.)
Helping with
the pets’ grooming
Providing
assistance to the local vet during consultations and surgeries.
These
activities will give you the unique opportunity to work hands-on and to observe
the reality of day-to-day care of pets while you improve your level of Spanish
mingling with local employees and dealing with clients.
The Centre also offers a wide
variety of animals for sale, ranging from cats and dogs to all types of birds (canaries, cockatiels, lovebirds, parrots of all sizes, parakeets, etc.),
reptiles (iguanas, anoles, geckos, ball python, varanus, turtles, etc.), cold and tropical water fishes, titi monkeys and small animals (chinchillas, guinea
pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice, rabbits, rats, etc.).
Additionally, the Centre organizes special talks and short courses for anyone
interested in learning about the pets’ world and the basics on veterinary
nursing. You will be welcome to both attend these talks as well as, under
certain circumstances, to give them.
An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into
Latin America.
New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding
of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional
development.
An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head
and shoulders above most others in the job market
And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!
"This has been a worthwhile experience for me because I have learnt a
lot about reptiles which I have not had much previous contact with before.
Also I have been able to see a country which is totally different to
anything that I have experienced before. Overall, I feel that Buenos Aires
is an exciting an exuberant city, with many European influences. As I have
been going on weekend trips, it has made me appreciate the city more".Kathryn Adams,
Argentina.
WHO CAN APPLY?
The
owner of the Centre says that any participants who has
a passion
for animals and a willingness to help will be welcome! Vet doctors or vet students are most welcome and will
be able to help with the clinic (if they have a high level of
Spanish). Applicants should be able to meet the following criteria
Have a strong passion for animals
(you don't need to have a degree or any
experience).
Be
over 17 years of age
Be
able to speak some Spanish (intermediate level) to work in the clinic. Your
involvement and learning possibilities will depend on your level of Spanish
and willingness to participate. The higher your level of Spanish, the more
you'll be able to make the most of the placement and the more you'll be able
to be involved. As Carina says (she spent 4 months on this
internship: "I've finished my placement, and I loved
it. However, in order to get the most out of it, you'll need to have a high
level of Spanish knowledge. Even though I could manage an everyday
conversation when I came, I couldn't fully enjoy my experience until the
last month. But my experience was fantastic! Everybody was so helpful. I
love the people, the culture, my "family" was very caring and I would
encourage everybody going to go with the homestay! As a foreigner in
Argentina you'll get a lot of attention and almost all of it is positive.
People are open and curious and they will really take care of you. Going
abroad is the best thing I have ever done in my life. Hasta luego!"
If you are a vet student or vet doctor, it is
highly recommended that you have a good command of the language.
Be
able to stay for a minimum of 4 weeks in order to really get familiar with the
Centre and its work.
Be able to work on your own initiative – this is
crucial to your success on the placement.
OPTIONAL
ACTIVITIES YOU CAN DO WHILE ON THIS PROJECT: Add
to your travel experience in Argentina by doing some additional exciting
activities - you never know, you could develop a passion for Latin American
dance, or learn a new skill!
Tango Courses:
That most flamboyant and exciting of Latin American rhythms. Includes a
weekly Milonga (Tango party) – great fun!
Salsa Courses:
Salsa music is a synthesis of European and African musical influences that
was born in Cuba. You’ll learn from a Cuban teacher who will tailor lessons
to suit your level, even totally beginners.
Spanish Language Courses:
You can take a few hours of private lessons a week at the same time as doing
your project. You'll be amazed at how much it will add to your enjoyment
during your stay.
Photography Courses:
6 hours per week of photography lessons in colourful Buenos Aires where
there is a host of subjects you can capture with your camera.
This
project can also be combined with any of our other projects in Argentina, or
you could even do a second project in a different region of the country, thus
doubling your adventure and enjoyment!
Combined
Placements:
We can arrange for your to do a one-month intensive Spanish course,
followed by a two-month or three-month work experience internship placement.
LOCATION:
The romance of Argentina takes one's breath away. The natural wonders alone take
some beating! From the northern deserts to the southern Andean Cordillera, from
Iguazú Falls to the magnificent desolation of Patagonia, Argentina's geography
is varied and stunning.
Cosmopolitan Buenos Aires is renowned for its
sophistication and has a surprisingly European feel about it. BA is reminiscent
of Paris and its tree-lined avenues and frequent plazas have a beguiling, faded
elegance. Downtown, the Plaza de Mayo is the traditional focus of activity.
Nearby Avenida 9 de Julio is popularly known as the world's widest thoroughfare
and, with its nine lanes of traffic, is truly a pedestrian's nightmare! Avenida
Santa Fe is the most fashionable shopping area.
Dynamic and
bustling, a city which seems never to sleep, Buenos Aires is one of the most
exciting cities in Latin America. Tango was born here, restaurants serve all
manner of world cuisines, bars play the latest music, cafés spill on to the
streets and nightclubs allow dancing throughout the night.
HOSTEL
ACCOMMODATION:
You'll live a hostel situated in a beautifully renovated historic
building in Downtown Buenos Aires, very conveniently located for
exploring the city and doing shopping. It's big enough to be sociable
and fun, yet small enough to feel at home; a real chance to immerse
yourself in Argentine culture.
You'll share a
dorm room and have access to kitchen facilities.
The hostel
boasts of several amenities like internet and WiFi, a common area, DVD
room, library, book exchange and a housekeeping service.
Food: You’ll be given an allowance for your meals (breakfast and
dinner, lunch is excluded projects in Buenos Aires). This arrangement is
to give you the flexibility to sample the great Argentinean food. Right
on the door step of the hostel there are many cafes and restaurants with
great priced menus just waiting for you….the choice is yours!
HOST FAMILY ACCOMMODATION:
If you would prefer a more cultural experience, we can arrange for you
to stay with a local Argentinean family. Host family accommodation gives
you the opportunity to become more integrated in the local community and
is ideal if you want to practice your Spanish (Basic/intermediate
Spanish is required to stay with a Host Family). You'll have a
comfortable private room and use of the kitchen. Breakfast and dinner is
provided every day and you will usually share a typical Argentinean meal
with your family.
Facilities in host families do vary, but you will have the opportunity
to express your preferences regarding the type of family that you stay
with (for example, a family with/without children, pets etc). If you
stay in a host family you will be provided with the contact details of
other volunteers living in Buenos Aires at the same time as you so that
you won't miss out on any socialising!
Please note that if you'd prefer to live with a host family, there is an
additional supplement of £107 per week, with half-board.
TRAVEL: To read about Travel arrangements and what happens when you
arrive in your new country, please
click here.
Support & Backup:
To read about the excellentSupport
& Backup we provide before you leave and during
your programme,
please click here.
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