Research, Internship and Volunteer Opportunities

Internships in Cuba are less common than in the United States, and it is not always possible to accommodate placements. However, CASA offers a variety of activities and help for interested students. These extracurricular activities may include community-based volunteer opportunities and working with Casa de las Américas on a project in one of their many branches of activities: publication, exhibitions, theatre, conferences, as well as other established institutions and novel initiatives. Students have also worked with Cuba’s premier academic journal Temas and On Cuba, one of todays most widely-read online news sources. Other community-based volunteer opportunities may be available. The earlier that a student communicates a specific interest to the CASA staff, the better the program may be able to help them find an interesting opportunity.

Student-Led Research Trips

A second weekend trip is student-led. Students propose destinations for weekend study trips to explore different academic themes outside of Havana, and are responsible for making their travel arrangements with support from CASA staff. The student organized study trips (minimum two students) allow students to expand their knowledge of Cuba beyond the capital city of Havana.

All of these tours are an integral part of the program. Dates will be confirmed before the beginning of the semester so that there is no calendar conflict with other activities. Students should not schedule any outside activities or family visits during these dates.