Teaching assistants provide support to instructors in various aspects of teaching and student engagement. Responsibilities can vary depending on the institution, department, and course, but here is a general overview of a teaching assistant position description:
• Classroom assistance: Assist instructor during lectures, distribute materials, facilitate discussions, and answer student questions
• Grading and assessment: Assist in grading assignments, quizzes, and exams using grading rubrics provided by the instructor; provide constructive feedback to students and maintain accurate records of student assessment
• Curriculum Development: In collaboration with the instructor to develop and improve course material, contribute to the creation of assignments, projects, and resources
• Communication: Maintain effective communication with instructor and students, respond promptly to emails and other inquiries, assist in managing online learning platforms
• Uphold academic integrity and maintain confidentiality
Internships in Buenos Aires
Buenos Aires is the social, cultural & economic heart of Argentina. Interns can experience the cities museums, world-renowned theaters, tango dance centers and the stunning architecture this capital city has to offer. Buenos Aires is home to a diverse population that warmly welcomes people from all over the world providing opportunities for Spanish-speaking and English-speaking internship placements.
After meeting with a Career Coach, our team will review your resume, skills, and career goals and match you with an employer on-site for your internship!
This internship is unpaid and requires an API program fee starting at $6,299. The fee covers the broader international program, including pre-departure services, housing, local logistics, on-site support, team-building activities, and post-program career support—including career coaching and access to the API Career Hub. Program fees vary by destination, duration, and included services.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
On-site Supervision and Support
Our internships include 24/7 on-site staff to support students working and living abroad. All students will also report to a supervisor at their internship site. Supervisors provide and oversee daily tasks, introduce the intern to team members, and mentor the intern in organizational agility, skill acquisition, and career readiness. Interns complete a midpoint and final evaluation, and supervisors complete a final evaluation of their interns. All work responsibilities and projects are approved in advance.
Academic Credit
Students on an internship have the opportunity to enroll in their home university for credit, or enroll in a course through API to transfer back to their university for credit. Email support-internships@apiexperience.com for more information and a syllabus.
Housing and Excursions
Housing and excursions are included in your internship and will be selectable during the application process.
Visa Sponsorship
This position does not offer visa sponsorship for non-US citizens
Visa Sponsorship (London, Edinburgh, Sydney only)
Selected candidates will be responsible for obtaining a temporary work visa with support from API, please note that this has an additional expense on the candidate. For more information visit our visa page