Language Requirement: None
Academic Standing by Program Start: Freshman or Above
Location: Americas, Chile
GPA: 2.75

Program Overview

Santiago is one of South America's most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities — a sprawling metropolis set against the dramatic backdrop of the snow-capped Andes. As Chile's cultural, political, and financial center, the city offers students a front-row seat to a country that blends deep historical roots with rapid modern development. World-class museums, a thriving restaurant and theater scene, and some of the best street art in South America sit alongside gleaming skyscrapers and bustling commercial districts. And when the city feels like too much, the beach, the mountains, and Chile's famous wine valleys are all within easy reach for a weekend escape.Students in Santiago are housed with carefully vetted local host families, offering an experience that goes well beyond a typical study abroad placement. You'll share meals, celebrate traditions, and genuinely become part of a Chilean household — all while building the kind of language skills and cultural fluency that a classroom simply can't provide.

What is GlobalWorks?

GlobalWorks internships are personalized internship programs that bring you out of the country, and into the workplace. We connect academic study with real-world experiences by providing full-time international internship opportunities to UO students in various career fields. Working with local professional internship providers in locations around the world, we provide individualized placements for UO students. Students earn UO credits and life-changing work experience in a different culture. Immerse yourself in a new city, earn UO course credits, and gain professional experience with a GlobalWorks internship.

Location Note: 

Programs in select GlobalWorks locations such as this one have a rolling admission application process. Due to a high volume of applications and limited spaces, GEO staff will complete a review of the application materials of complete applications in the order that they are submitted (“first come, first serve”). Students are encouraged to identify alternate locations that they would feel comfortable interning in, or note if you are only interested in interning at this site. There are some programs that fill fast, some even before the deadline. Students are encouraged to complete applications and commit to programs early. A waitlist will be created, but students should be aware that being on the waitlist does not guarantee acceptance into a location.

Internship Career Fields:

Why Intern in Santiago?

Santiago is one of Latin America's most stable and business-friendly cities, making it an exceptional place to launch an international professional experience. The city is home to a highly developed economy with strong sectors in finance, technology, mining, trade, and public policy as well as a growing startup ecosystem that has made it a regional hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. Interning here means working within a real professional environment, building cross-cultural communication skills, and gaining firsthand exposure to how business and industry operate in a global context. For students looking to distinguish themselves professionally, an internship in Santiago signals initiative, adaptability, and a genuine worldview which are qualities that stand out in any field.

Dates and Deadlines

Term Year Deadline Arrival Date Departure Date
Fall Quarter 2026 05/15/2026 Early September Early November

How to apply: 

Apply to UO GlobalWorks International Internship programs by clicking the “Start an Application.” You can open an application to view all the materials you’ll need before you submit. Late applications may be accepted based on position availability but note that for some terms and locations the program can be very competitive. After review by the University, students will need to interview with our third-party provider for final acceptance. For more information, view the full GlobalWorks application steps here. Note that you only need to submit one application per term for GlobalWorks and can identify alternate locations within the application. 

This program is less than 90 days. Students with a US passport traveling to this location do not require a travel visa for this program. 

If you are not a US Citizen: Notify your GlobalWorks Advisor. Students who are not US citizens should contact the consulate in their country of residence about visa requirements, no matter the duration of the program of study.

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Discount for Pell Recipients

To expand access to study abroad, GEO is offering a $500 discount for this program to UO students who currently have the Pell Grant as part of their federal financial aid (FAFSA).

Academic Details

Students will enroll in the following courses: 

  1. OGWI 188: Intercultural Communication (4 credits)
  2. OGWI 488: Internship (8 credits)  

Note: The two courses above are online and asynchronous, and there will not be any in-person lectures. Students can choose the number of credits to take Intercultural Communication for after program acceptance. To learn more about the courses and see how they can potentially apply to your degree, visit the GlobalWorks Courses and Credits page. 

Course Equivalencies

UO students: please refer to the UO Course Equivalency Process and the UO Office of the Registrar Course Equivalency Database.

Non-UO students: Actual credit awarded is determined by the relevant department at your university in consultation with the study abroad office. Check with your study abroad advisor for more information.

Housing Description

Bienvenido to your authentic Chilean homestay, where your Local Host will be your gateway to an unparalleled cultural immersion! A homestay offers more than just a place to sleep. It's an opportunity to deepen your understanding of Chilean life, improve your language skills, and form lifelong connections. Get ready to savor homemade meals around the kitchen table, celebrate cultural traditions, and truly become a part of the community. And rest assured, our dedicated API team carefully vets and selects each Local Host to prioritize your comfort and safety.

Budget and Price

GlobalWorks Internship in Santiago, Chile

2026 Fall Quarter

GEO Program Fees
TBD
Estimated Additional Expenses
TBD

Included in Program Costs: Program tuition, medical insurance, pre-departure orientation, and on-site support

* Non-UO Students: study abroad fees and application fees vary by campus; check with your home campus study abroad office." from the Projected Expenses Disclaimers, default value.

Please visit GEO Billing Information for information about how you will be billed and when payments are due.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Date Cancellation Penalty
Date of Commitment

Student agrees to $500 non-refundable deposit.
110 – 80 days before program start date

Student is responsible for $2,000 of the program costs.
79 - 56 days before program start date

Student is responsible for $3,500 of the program costs.
Note that scholarship funds are not able to be applied to program deposit.

IMPORTANT: The GEO Cancellation Policy is effective from the time a student agrees to pay their non-refundable program deposit or electronically signs the program commitment form, regardless of application or acceptance status. It is essential to read this policy before a potential cancellation takes place, to fully understand the withdrawal and cancellation penalties, and to understand what it means financially to commit to a study abroad program.

Students who cancel their participation must notify GEO in writing. Email is acceptable (geoinfo@uoregon.edu). Verbal notification to GEO or notification given to a non-UO campus study abroad office is not sufficient.

For full details, see the complete GEO Cancellation Policy.

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