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Black Beans - Incandescente Soluções Em Tecnologia E Comunicação Ltda

Brazil 2022/2023 Freemovers

Personal data
Mobility type:
traineeship

Faculty at MU:
Faculty of Arts

Field of study:
Theory of Interactive Media

Level of study during period of placement:
Master

Language used:
Portuguese

Summer/winter school?:
no

Period of studies:
spring 2023

Period of placement (from-to):
2023-01-16 - 2023-03-13

Number of months:
2

Activities before my departure abroad
What was your approach in organising the placement?:
I found this internship through the aiesec organization and after applying I had to go through their selection process.

What documents are required for acceptance on a placement at this organisation?:
CV, cover letter, video presentation and interview.

How far ahead did acceptance have to be organised? (in weeks):
It depends on the current offer and its deadline, it is very individual.

Did you need a visa?:
- choose option -

Documents and materials needed for a visa:

Fee for the visa:

During the placement
Did you change the training agreement in the course of your placement (training agreement)?:
Yes, I had.

What is necessary to arrange immediately on arrival? What requirements and at which offices?:
None.

Describe your work/activity in the foreign organisation. Describe what specifically you did, whether the work corresponded to the agreed conditions and your field of study, and whether your work was independent and responsible, approximate working hours.:
I worked in the marketing department and my day job evolved from that. The work included various marketing activities, in particular: google ads, bm, content creation, data analysis and so on. The work fully corresponded to the agreed plan. I worked about 35 hours a week.

Did the organisation or local student organisations arrange any special events for foreign students on placements?:
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If yes then what?:

Practical questions on your placement
Where did you live?:
I had my own room in teh shared apartment with other people.

Cost of accommodation - monthly:
130 EUR

Additional comments to the price of accommodation (as to what the price includes):

Who arranged your accommodation and how far ahead:
The aiesec organization helped me secure accommodation.

Equipment, internet connection, what to bring:
Everything needed was already there.

What are the rough costs of groceries (compare with Czech prices):
Compared to prices in the Czech Republic, they are higher. The prices also depend on the exchange rate, which is not so stable.

Transport to location of placement:
Flight and bus ride.

Approximate price:
400 euro.

Tips for purchasing cheap tickets and other recommendations:
Buy it as soon as possible.

What are the local transport options (public transport, cycling, on foot, rough prices):
Bus 5,75 BRL
Tram 6,75 BRL

How did you use health insurance? What type?:
I used insurance from ČSOB, It was the best deal for me.

Did you have other insurance? Which?:
No.

Experience with insured events:
Luckily I didn't have any.

Tips for recreation:
There are many bars, restaurants and parks. When you leave the city, you can go to the beach in the area of Santos, or to the largest city in South America, Sao Paulo.

Financial support and expenses
Monthly grant from the Centre for International Cooperation:
16000 CZK

What other sources did you make use of to finance your placement?:
Own savings.

 
 
What was your average monthly expenditure during the placement (i.e. without the travel there and back)?:
16000 CZK

a/ of which for accommodation:
3500 CZK

b/ of which for catering:
8000 CZK

c/ travel and recreation:
4500 CZK

Any comments to the average monthly expenditure:

 
Experience with bank accounts/services. Do you recommend an account arranged abroad, use of Czech payment cards...:
I personally use the Wise and Revolut cards abroad, they have better rates and higher functionality.

 
Did you pay to foreign organisations any fees? (insurance, materials, etc.):
No.

Did you receive a salary from the host business/organisation?:
- choose option -

If yes, what was your monthly salary?:
0 ???

 
Other advantages from the host organisation?:
Service computer and necessary accessories.

Is it necessary to assume a larger amount at the start of the placement? If yes, what and for what purpose?:
No.

Recognition of the foreign placement at the home faculty
Is the traineeship part of your field of study?:
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If yes - is it a compulsory or optional part?:

How will your traineeship abroad be recognised at the home faculty?:
As a compulsory elective subject.

How many ECTS credits did you/will you get?:
30

Were there serious problems arranging recognition of the placement?:
No.

Overall assessment
Assessment of personal benefit (1 = excellent):
5

Assessment of academic benefit (1 = excellent):
5

Do you agree with the statement that, thanks to the experience gained during the placement you will be able to further develop your skills for work in your field?:
Definitely yes.

What did you most appreciate after completing your placement?:
New working skills and language improvement.

Any serious problems during the placement?:
No.

Do you have any recommendation for those that follow you? (e.g. what to take with them):
Have at least an elementary knowledge of Portuguese, even if you are going to do the internship in English.