Internship Computer Systems Programmer

  Costa Rica

• San Jose: 
San Jose

Term: Not Applicable 
Length of Position: 3 months
Dates: November 1st, 2009 - February 1st, 2010

Description: Gain valuable international work experience by joining our team of highly motivated and dedicated multicultural professionals stationed in one of the most beautiful countries in the world- Costa Rica. We are seeking an Intern to develop and manage our Internet based Program Management system for our Corporate Communication services enterprise. Responsibilities include the design and implementation of an Online Course Management System and working with the Academic Team to create E-Learning modules.

Highlights: Working from the capital of Costa Rica, San Jose, interns benefit from an enriching and educational experience inside a modern and innovative business that offers quality services within a Latin American country. Interns walk away with a solid understanding and appreciation of Costa Rica's culture and work etiquette and protocol, while also developing and sharpening their Spanish communication skills.   In addition to offering our interns the opportunity for career development and a unique cultural experience, we also offer free housing in an apartment ten minutes from downtown San Jose by bus, close to parks and supermarkets, a living stipend to cover work related transportation and food, and free Spanish classes for four hours per week.

Qualifications:
* Experience with Moodle program management software
* Have college coursework focused on computer programming
* Well organized, methodical, reliable, and committed to the team's success
* Self-starter, quick learner, self motivated in a fast-paced work environment
* Excellent written and verbal communications skills
* Knowledge of MySQL, PHP and Apache 2

Minimum Education: Bachelors

Salary / Pay: The intern will receive a living stiped of 100 USD per week to cover the cost of food and work related transportation. We also offer free housing in a comfortable apartment close to supermarkets, parks, and just 10 minutes by bus to downtown San Jose, and free Spanish classes for four hours per week.

Experience Required: yes

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Costa Rica Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• In-Person Interview when Feasible
• Letters of Reference
• Phone Interview
• Resume

Idioma Internacional's Mission Statement: We are the leader in English Training and Support Services distinguished by quality. Through our professional expertise, corporations and individuals achieve more effective levels of English communication, allowing them to strengthen their competitive position and develop more and better business opportunities.

Year Founded: 1999