Web Page Designer

  Costa Rica

• North Western Region: 
Bagaces

Term: Throughout the year 
Length of Position: 6 months -1 year
Dates: ASAP

Description: We have a few new products we will be unveiling in new markets. We have domain names and now are looking to develop the URLs. We have a graphic artist to help on front end design. The pages main goal will be to sell products on line.

The position will entail working on one project at a time, and will not have to interface with customers.

The ability to work alone without constant supervision, and the ability to make creative decisions without the input of the company.

Keystone View will provide you with a host family to live with during your stay here. The host family provides all your meals including a packed lunch during the week, a private bedroom, and laundry service. Host families provide an excellent way to develop your language skills and gain experience of the community.

Highlights: This opportunity with Keystone View is based in the town of Bagaces, within the province of Guanacaste, Costa Rica. The company itself is situated approximately 1.5 km from Bagaces. Transportation costs to and from Costa Rica for the internship/consultant program is the sole responsibility of the intern or consultant. You can purchase a second hand bike, take a taxi or walk - any of which will take you no more than 20 minutes.

There is an informal and relaxed atmosphere within Keystone View. You will have the opportunity to work independently and in teams on the projects assigned to you from inception to completion. The working week is from 7:30am - 5:30pm Monday through Thursday and Friday 7:30am - 3:15pm. You are allowed two fifteen minute breaks and thirty minutes for lunch during the workday.

Keystone View will provide you with a weekly stipend paid directly into a Costa Rican bank account. The account will be opened once you arrive. The weekly wage, 75.00 USD, is paid at the end of the week, in the local currency. This weekly wage provides an adequate amount of money to pursue your interests and explore other regions within Costa Rica on the weekends.

Keystone View is an American company operating in Costa Rica and there are many English speakers, however, the primary language spoken by the employees is Spanish. Spanish is a plus, but is not required. There are Spanish lessons available at an additional cost to you.

If you believe your education and experience are in line with the position description and qualifications referred to above, and are motivated, energetic, and looking for a new and exciting opportunity, please apply.

Qualifications: We are looking for someone to design one or possibly more web sites for some new products we are now manufacturing. We are in need of someone who has front and back end capabilities. More importantly back end. PHP, Dream Weaver, HTML, CSS, Java, Joomla and others that you are familiar with. High school diploma or GED required. We understand there will be some on the job learning and encourage any potential applicants to contact us.

Minimum Education: High School

Cost in US$: 0

Salary / Pay: Keystone View will provide you with a host family to live with during your stay here. The host family provides all your meals including a packed lunch during the week, a private bedroom, and laundry service. Host families provide an excellent way to develop your language skills and gain experience of the community.

Experience Required: yes

Please see description.

This Program is open to American, Australian, Canadian, European and South African Participants.

Participants Travel to Costa Rica Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network

Keystone View's Mission Statement: For more than 80 years, Keystone View has been a leader in the development and manufacture of professional-quality vision products and programs to help identify and develop visual efficiency and to help individuals learn.

Year Founded: 1925