Sofia

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  • Travel information

    I am currently

    Travelling

    My next destination:

    Argentina - from Jan 2026 until Feb 2026
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  • Description

    Hola!

    Me llamo Sofía. Estoy viajando por Suramérica y Centroamérica. Estoy buscando experiencias que me dan un sentido de aventura y donde puedo aprender algo nuevo. Me encanta la naturaleza y el medioambiente. También me gusta charlar y conocer las personas que encuentro en mi recorrido.

    Profesionalmente, soy ingeniera mecánica. Trabajé por dos años en los aparatos médicos. Mi lengua nativa es ingles, aunque hablo español bien en conversaciones y quiero mejorarla.

    Gracias!

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    Hello!

    My name is Sofia. I'm traveling through South and Central America. I'm looking for experiences that give me a sense of adventure and where I can learn something new. I love nature and the environment. I also like to chat and get to know the people I meet on my tour.

    Professionally, I am a mechanical engineer. I worked for two years on medical devices. My native language is English, although I speak Spanish well conversationally and I want to improve it.

    Thank you!

  • Interests

    Technology
    Vegetarian or vegan
    Politics / Social justice
    Sustainability
    LGBTQ
    Charity work
    Culture
    Cooking & food
    Carpentry
    Books
    Yoga / Wellness
    Water sports
    Outdoor activities
    Nature
    Mountain
    Hiking
    Fitness
    Dancing
    Cycling
    Camping
    Beach
    Adventure sports
  • Languages

    Languages spoken
    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Intermediate
    Portuguese: Beginner

    More details about my language interests
    I am a fluent English speaker and speak conversational Spanish. My father is Chilean so I am most used to that style of Spanish.

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  • Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

    I'm interested in:  

    Charity Work
    Eco Projects
    Gardening
    Helping around the house

    Some knowledge of:  

    DIY and building projects
    Creating/ Cooking family meals
    Hospitality/Tourism
    General Maintenance
    Helping with Computers/ Internet

    Able to teach about:  

    Languages
  • More details about your skills

    Mis 4 habilidades más aplicables son: Experiencia en atención al cliente: Trabajé en la industria alimentaria durante cuatro años y como guía al aire libre durante 4 años. Sé cómo tener una buena actitud y aportar una energía positiva a mis interacciones con los clientes. Siempre estoy dispuesto a adaptarme a las necesidades de las personas o situaciones.
    Experiencia en liderazgo al aire libre: Como guía de expediciones al aire libre, guié grupos en expediciones de senderismo, senderismo con mochila, kayak, piragüismo y acampada. Me encanta estar en la naturaleza y mostrar a otras personas cómo pueden encontrar formas de apreciar el mundo natural que les rodea. He sacado a personas de su elemento y les he mostrado cómo sentirse cómodas con la incomodidad. Aunque mi licencia ya está caducada, fui formado como Primer Respondedor en la Naturaleza para proporcionar atención médica en zonas remotas.

    Experiencia en Ingeniería Mecánica: En la universidad, estudié Ingeniería Mecánica con especialización en Energías Renovables y Flujos Ambientales. Después, trabajé durante 2 años desarrollando dispositivos médicos para cirugía. Me encanta resolver problemas y pensar en formas de solucionarlo.
    Gestión de Proyectos: Mientras trabajaba en el campo de dispositivos médicos, llevaba nuevos proyectos de ideas a realidad. Sé cómo diseñar un proyecto, identificar investigaciones pertinentes, evaluar riesgos, hacer prototipos, probar conceptos y buscar recursos.

    My 4 most applicable skills are:

    Customer service experience: I worked in the food industry for four years and as an outdoor guide for 4 years. I know how to have a good attitude and bring a positive energy to my interactions with clients. I am always ready to adapt to the needs of people or situations.

    Outdoor leadership experience: As an outdoor expeditions guide, I led groups on expeditions hiking, backpacking, kayaking, canoeing, and camping. I love being in nature and showing other people how they can find ways to appreciate the natural world around them. I have taken people out of their element and showed them how to be comfortable with discomfort. Although my license is now expired, I was trained as a Wilderness First Responder to provide medical care in the backcountry.

    Mechanical Engineering Experience: In college, I studied Mechanical Engineering with a specialization in Renewable Energy and Environmental Flows. Afterwards, I worked for 2 years in developing medical devices for surgery. I love solving problems and thinking about ways to fix things.

    Project Management: While working in the medical device field, I would take new projects from ideas to reality. I understand how to design a project, identify pertinent research, assess risks, make prototypes, test concepts, and source resources.

  • Age

    25

  • What else ...

    Mis aficiones incluyen senderismo, escalada, carpintería, hornear, leer y ver televisión y películas.

    My hobbies include hiking, rock climbing, woodworking, baking, reading, and watching television and movies.

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    • Driver's licence

    • Allergies

    • Special dietary requirements
      Vegetarian but I will eat meat and fish sometimes

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