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Where: Puebla in Mexico
When: Summer
Academic Programs International API students in Puebla will study Spanish language, Mexican culture, history, and numerous other subjects at the Universidad de las Americas, Puebla. Classes are taught by native instructors, and transcripts are issued by the Universidad de las Americas, Puebla.
Overview Summer programs include a Spanish language immersion program, a Business in Mexico program with an internship, and a Spanish medical program with an internship.
Setting Founded in 1530, Puebla is a cosmopolitan city with numerous cultural offerings. It was declared a "Cultural Patrimony of the Humanity" city by the United Nations. One can enjoy fantastic scenery in Puebla, such as the view of the three snow-topped, majestic volcanoes that surround the city.
Value Program features include: academic credit; tuition; housing; meals; cultural excursions; airport pickup; tutoring; medical and life insurance (including medical evacuation and repartriation); pre-departure and on-site orientations; mobile phone; online services; and resident director.
Where: Mexico City in Mexico
When: Summer, Year Round
Knowledge Exchange Institute
Mexico City Internship KEI's internship programs allow students to gain practical experience abroad, gain international awareness and expertise, and earn academic credit towards an undergraduate or graduate degree -- in the heart of the most populated city in the world.
Overview Academic credit for this internship is granted by Clark Atlanta University., and awarded based on the number of contact hours (1 credit unit for every 45 contact hours), weekly meetings with the on-site supervisor, a term paper, a daily journal, and an oral presentation. The minimum time commitment is 2 months.
Setting Mexicans simply call it Mexico, and many say that Mexico City is the essence of its nation distilled into a small area -- its life, its great history, personality and expansiveness of spirit. Mexico City is the most populated city in the world with a population of over 17 million; yet, its layout into neighborhoods, combined with an efficient mass transit system, also make it one of the most easily navigable. Mexico's growing closeness in partnership with the U.S. make Mexico City a very American-friendly place.
Value The program includes internship placement, monitoring, and supervision; housing; academic credit; professional visits to business, law firms, NGOs, etc.; field trips and optional cultural activities; pre-departure and on-site support; orientation; on-site coordinator; airport welcome and transfer to housing, and a mobile telephone. The start and end dates for the New York City internship are flexible, depending on student needs and the availability of suitable positions. The most popular time of the year for placement is summer.
Where: Guanajuato in Mexico
ELAP (Experiential Learning Programs Abroad), a division of ISA The ISA Experiential Learning Abroad Program (ELAP) enables participants to address the needs of a community or an organization abroad while furthering participant's personal goals of language and cultural immersion. Placements vary according to skills and interests as well as the host organization's goals.
Overview Experience hands-on learning while living and volunteering abroad in areas such as social work, education and health care. ELAP adds another dimension to the study abroad experience through daily exposure and interactions, resulting in a greater understanding of the language, culture and community of the host country.
Setting : Guanajuato is situated in the highlands of Mexico's colonial heartland. This beautiful city is a blend of both the old and the new worlds. Guanajuato still maintains its colonial charm with cobblestone streets and historic buildings that are relatively untouched by modern construction.
Value Cost includes the following: Room and board with host families, volunteer or internship placement fee, medical insurance, airport reception, Free internet access at the ISA office, pre-departure information, support of the ISA resident staff, on-site orientation, cultural activities, an excursion, Spanish instruction and tutorial assistance with the Spanish language.
E-mail To:elap@studiesabroad.com
Where: Guadalajara in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer
The International Partnership for Service-Learning and leadership This study abroad experience will give you a comprehensive view of Mexican history, social, political, and economic structures and cultural issues dealing with class and the position of indigenous peoples.
Overview You will spend a semester developing your Spanish skills, studying Spanish language and Mexican contemporary issues, living with a Mexican family and serving about 12-20 hours a week in an established service agency.
Setting Guadalajara is an historic city with roots both in the indigenous cultures and the earliest colonization of Mexico by Spain. The program is based at the Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, one of the leading universities of Mexico.
Value As a service-learning student, you will learn about the society from an insider's point of view. Through your service, you will connect to the community at a much deeper level than a traditional exchange student or tourist.
E-mail To:info@ipsl.org
Where: Cuernavaca in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer
State University of New York College at Brockport(SUNY) The Spanish Language Immersion Program through SUNY Brockport is conducted at the Center for Bilingual Multicultural Studies at the Universidad Internacional in Cuernavaca. The Brockport Cuernavaca Program is an intensive program in Spanish language and Latin American Studies.
Overview The Brockport Spanish Language Immersion Program offers you the opportunity to study in Cuernavaca at a well established language school, work in a reputable organization in the capital city of Cuernavaca and your Spanish written, oral and research skills.
Setting The school is arranged around a lovely tropical garden with a swimming pool, a small cafeteria, a library, and e-mail facilities.
Value Internships through El Centro Bilingue are also available and can accommodate most majors. Internships are made in both the private and public sector and offer a variety of roles for a variety of majors.
E-mail To:overseas@brockport.edu
Where: Mexico City in Mexico
When: Summer
Experiment in International Living The Experiment in International Living originated the concept of fostering global community by sending young people to live and learn abroad. Continuing to innovate in its 69th year, The Experiment offers high school students three- to five-week summer learning experiences in over 20 countries.
Overview Through homestays, language training, community service projects and ecological and peace studies, The Experiment challenges students to confront stereotypes and celebrate diversity as they immerse themselves another culture.
Where: Mexico
Lingua Service Worldwide, Ltd. Full immersion intensive language courses offered by private language centers.
E-mail To:linguaservice@att.net
Where: Mexico
When: Winter Semester
Living Routes Study Abroad Earn 4 transferable UMass credits as you study abroad in Mexico and learn consensus decision-making, sustainable living, and the skills needed to bring a group together around a common vision and effect positive change.
Overview Introduction to Consensus, Group Facilitation Skills, Participatory Democracy in the context of Mexico's Political and Social History, Spanish Language (optional). Working with traditional ways of doing things, students design and complete a community service project .
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Setting Located in the volcano belt of central Mexico, Huehuecoyotl was founded over 20 years ago by an international group of artists and musicians, activists and ecologists.
Value Living Routes, in partnership with the University of Massachusetts, offers semester, summer and J-Term programs in Ecovillages around the world. Ecovillages are communities striving to create cooperative and sustainable lifestyles in harmony with local environments.
Where: Oaxaca in Mexico
When: Year Round
AmeriSpan Volunteer/Internship Programs in Mexico with volunteer/internship programs in Cancun, Cuenavaca, Guanajuato, Merida, Morelia, Oaxaca, Playa del Carmen and San Miguel de Allende
Overview AmeriSpan Advantages: *Combined Travel and Linguistic Knowledge *Study Abroad Veterans *Unbiased Language Travel Specialists *No Hassles, No Headaches, easy to Register *Latin America & Spain Experts *Emergency Message Service *Comprehensive Travel Assistance Program Included *Making a Difference *Academic Credit Available *Low Prices *Past Participants Say It Best
Where: Oaxaca in Mexico
When: Winter Semester
University of Maryland This three-week program in Mexico provides students with an intensive immersion experience and structured opportunities to acquire cultural competence in working with and communicating with Spanish-speaking clients. It is open to both graduate and undergraduate students.
Where: Monterrey in Mexico
When: Summer
The Washington Center for Internships and Academic Seminars The Program will begin in late May with a ten-day seminar in Washington, D.C., which will include an orientation, academic work, and special programming. In early June, you will fly to Monterrey, Mexico and for the next eight weeks, you will complete a full-time internship while taking an academic course and gaining an international perspective through organized events.
Overview The thematic focus of this new program will be globalization, the emergence of a world in which economic, political, environmental, health, labor and other issues need to be understood and dealt with from multinational perspectives. The program will use Washington, D.C. and Monterrey , Mexico as windows on globalization - the one a major policy center and world capital, the other Mexico's third largest city, a vital commercial, industrial and tourist center set amidst the Sierra Madre mountains.
Setting Monterrey, the third largest city in Mexico, is considered a favorable destination due to the high-quality services it supplies for tourists. The city of Monterrey has also distinguished itself for its vision and culture of entrepreneurship, which throughout several generations has positioned the city as an economic leader in Mexico and Latin America.
Value The program will be of special interest to students wishing to learn about international business and trade and the emerging economies of Mexico and other Latin American countries.The city of Monterrey affords an especially broad array of internships in business and industry, with both U.S. and Mexico - based concerns. Applications are welcome from students of all majors and interests, however, as there is a wide range of internship opportunities.
Where: Mexico
When: Year Round
ADELANTE, LLC Intern in Oaxaca, Mexico, in the fields of Arts / Museum, Medical, Social Work, Organic Farming, Women's Studies, Teaching English and more...
Overview Program Fees include: airport pick-up, 2 weeks of Intensive Spanish Language course, Orientation in-country, your own room in an apartment with other Adelante candidates or with natives, work assignment placement in a company in your field and English speaking staff on-site.
Setting Safe, eclectic city with most things walking distance, Oaxaca is one of the nicer places to live in Mexico. Indigenous arts & great food are what Oaxaca is famous for! Our apartments and guest houses are in downtown Oaxaca, are clean and spacious. The language school is accredited and progressive.
Value Intern from 2 to 12 months. This program will massively upgrade your resume and give you real, international work experience. Concurrently, you will live another culture and learn another language: most definitely NOT your typical tourist or "study abroad" experience.
Where: Guanajuato in Mexico
When: Summer
Amigos de las Americas Amigos de las Am ricas is an international, nonprofit organization that was founded in 1965 and has 40 years of experience in facilitating community development programs. We train and provide opportunities for high school and college students to participate in service projects in Latin America.
Overview In Guanajuato and Michoacan, volunteers will work to implement a "day-camp" style leadership and community development program with children ages 7-12 during the summer vacation months in Mexico. For more detailed information on our Oaxaca projects, please visit our website: amigoslink.org
Setting With AMIGOS, you will have the chance to live with one or two other Volunteers in a small community in Latin America, experiencing life in a different country on a first-hand basis and forging friendships that will last a lifetime.
Value The Participation Fee includes round-trip international airfare from your gateway city, food, lodging, and transportation in Latin America, all project related supplies, training materials and workshops, veteran supervisory staff, 24-Hour emergency On-Call Communications System during the summer.
Where: Mexico
Association for International Practical Training AIPT is a nonprofit organization that helps to arrange on-the-job training exchanges between the U.S. and other countries for college students, recent grads and young professionals.
Where: Cuernavaca in Mexico
When: Spring Semester, Summer
Augsburg College - Center for Global Education Participate in an undergraduate semester program exploring issues of gender or environmental justice. Learn in and out of the classroom. The program includes a 6 week homestay in Cuernavaca, travel to Guatemala, intensive language study and internship/fieldwork opportunities
Overview Credit is available in Spanish, political science, history, women's studies and interdisciplinary studies.
Setting Based in Cuernavaca, Mexico, a colonial city of over a million inhabitants known for its perennial springtime weather, is about 50 miles south of Mexico City. It has played an important part in Mexican history and currently is known for its role in innovative grassroots education.
Value This program focuses on issues of peace and justice and includes many meetings with grassroots organizers.
Where: Jalisco in Mexico
When: Winter Semester
Center for World Indigenous Studies
Chocolate, Chilies and Coconuts: A Culinary Journey to the Heart of Mexico's Indigenous Cultures, Medicines and Histories Topics include but are not limited to:
1. The Seven Sisters and Tiempo Indigenista
2.Where are we? Food and culture on the Mexican west coast and the Comunidad Indigena de Chacala.
3. Introduction to Medicinal Plants, Native and Exotic
4. Chocolate: The botanical Gem of Mesoamerica
5. Feliz Navidad e Prospero Año Nuveo dinner: Colonization by the Spanish. 1520-1850 Domination and Resistance
6. Food is Medicine: Eating right for you: culturally healthy cuisine, natural health and four humans from Africa: The Hunter, The Forager, The Farmer, The City Dweller.
7. Tarascan domination and the unique position of the west coast 900-1520
8. Ancient knowledge of magic, medicinal plants and entheogens.
9. Colonization by the United States: relationships among commerce, agriculture food production, food as commodity. Drugs. The role of drugs as a political-economic tool- a view from both sides – globalization in a small neighborhood, you and your good health.
10 .Exercise, digestion and physical/mental health, self care using energetic digestive reflexes
11 Hypnotherapy and bio-neurofeedback for health
Overview Using our location on the west coast of México in the sub-tropical humid zone, we will explore, through lectures, field trips and culinary delights, the flora and fauna, traditional medicines and methods of food gathering and preparation of the peoples of this region from December 3-10, 2006.
Setting We will be staying at Rancho Los Naranjos, a secluded and serene retreat center that is a brief boat ride from Puerto Vallarta and only a ten-minute walk from the beach in the small fishing village of Yelapa, Mexico. With four lush acres of immaculate gardens bursting with tropical flowers and fruits, fish ponds and a spectacular waterfall, Los Naranjos offers the ideal setting for workshops, individual getaways and events of all kinds.
Value This course is designed to provide the equivalent of 3 graduate credits, 45 hours of classroom contact hours. Credit is awarded upon completion of classroom, reading and writing assignments.
Where: Morelia in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Winter Semester, Spring Semester, Summer
Central Washington University, International Studies and Programs Encompasses university level courses, intensive Spanish language courses and service experience in Mexico. The program is an active, hands-on engagement with mexican culture and field experience.
Overview Students will take intensive Spanish at the UNLA, and course specific classes each quarter. Classes will include large components of service learning in addition to projects and activities in the community.
Setting Morelia is the capital city of the state of Michoacan, located in the beautiful central highlands. Morelia is one of the architectural gems of Colonial Mexico and is close to Mexico's most famous craft villages.
Value Students will gain Spanish skills and have an opportunity to interact with Mexican agencies. They will better understand the cultural, political, economic and social problems faced by Mexican immigrants to the U.S.
Where: Mexico
When: Year Round
CEDUAM Our program offers participants the chance to participate in cultural activities while volunteering on our model organic farm which is part of a farmer's empowerment center.
Overview Cultural activities include: a Temazcal ceremony an ancient Olmec and Aztec sweat bath which was used for bodily purification and relaxation of the mind, trips to Artesian villages where visitors can view the manufacturing process and buy from the source and visit Olmec ruins in Mexico.
Setting The program is located on a 22 hectare organic farm which is being constantly developed and serves as part of a farmers empowerment center. The empowerment center seeking to help farmers adversely affected by NAFTA and other trade liberalization legislation by teaching them sustainable techniques.
Value The value of our program to Mexico's rural farmers is immeasurable as it gives them the opportunity to survive and prosper while continuing their traditional way of life.The experience is priceless as they are able to experience Mexican culture, learn organic farming, and help a marginalized portion of society.
Where: Mexico
CEDUAM CEDUAM is a non-profit environmental organization that works in the areas of nutrition, gender, conservation, and sustainable development in rural Mexico. Our long-term volunteer project (3+ months) concentrates on work on our model organic farm which is part of a farmers empowerment center.
Overview As a volunteer on our organic farm you are able to get a feel for local culture while learning organic farming techniques.
Setting The setting is a model organic farm with education, conservation, and empowerment programs for farmers from around Mexico.
Value The value of our program for rural Mexican farmers is measureless as it gives them the opportunity to survive and prosper while continuing their traditional way of life. The volunteer has the opportunity to experience local culture, learn organic farming, and to help a marginalized segment of society.
Where: Mexico
When: Year Round
Child Family Health International CFHI offers pre-med, medical, nursing and alternative health students 4-8 week long clinical rotations in India, Ecuador, South Africa and Mexico. Students focus on cultural context of medicine, language training (Mexico & Ecuador), and clinical experience.
Overview Medical Spanish language training in Quito, Ecuador; Integrative Medicine in Himalayan Foothills, India; Mobile Surgical Unit in Cuenca, Ecuador; Tropical Medicine in Ecuador, India & Mexico; & Others.
Value Pre-Med, Medical, Nursing, Alternative Health Students return to their home countries with a broader understanding of healthcare in a cultural context, medical language training, and the importance of primary and preventative care.
Where: Oaxaca in Mexico
When: Year Round
Child Family Health International Explore a different culture and way of life while learning about the region's healthcare system through clinical rotations, while taking Spanish lessons (including Medical Spanish) and living with a local family. Oaxaca is truly a crossroads where different cultures and healthcare practices intersect.
Overview The main objectives of the elective are to broaden your public health knowledge, experience a different culture, and develop creativity in problem-solving. CFHI has assembled a global family of outstanding local healthcare professionals who are at the forefront of healthcare delivery in their countries.
Setting Oaxaca is one of the richest states in the world - in history, culture, tradition, natural beauty, but at the same time, also one of the poorest - in average income, in modern and efficient sanitation and healthcare infrastructure.
Value Develop cultural competency while gaining clinical experience.
Where: Oaxaca in Mexico
When: Year Round
Child Family Health International The Tropical Medicine and Rural Health program takes place in Puerto Escondido, a small town in the state of Oaxaca. There, you will gain exposure to many of the tropical diseases that are common in the area. In addition to clinical rotations, participants will take medical and conversational Spanish classes at a local school.
Overview Type 2 diabetes has also become a prevalent health problem in this town, and it is now one of the leading causes of death in Puerto Escondido. In addition to learning about tropical diseases, students will be assisting doctors in diagnosing and treating diabetes in communities that often lack the necessary resources to handle the disease on their own. Students may also get the chance to participate in Malaria Brigades, a common health initiative for malaria control.
Setting Puerto Escondido is a small, traditional town in the state of Oaxaca in southern Mexico. It is located about 150 km from Oaxaca City, and 400 km from Mexico City. The town has a rich indigenous population and caters to international and Mexican tourists who come for the beautiful beaches, renowned for great surfing.
Value During clinical rotations, you will have the opportunity to see Puerto Escondido’s healthcare system in a variety of settings. Opportunities range from working in primary care clinics to participating in rural disease control programs. You will have 20-30 hours of Spanish lessons each week including Medical Spanish. Live with a local homestay family to learn more about local Oaxacan culture!
Where: Mexico
When: Spring Semester
Center for World Indigenous Studies Topics include but are not limited to:
1. The Seven Sisters and Tiempo Indigenista
2.Where are we? Food and culture on the Mexican west coast and the Comunidad Indigena de Chacala.
3. Introduction to Medicinal Plants, Native and Exotic
4. Chocolate: The botanical Gem of Mesoamerica
Overview Using our location on the west coast of Mexico in the sub-tropical humid zone, we will explore, through lectures, field trips and culinary delights, the flora and fauna, traditional medicines and methods of food gathering and preparation of the peoples of this region from December 3-10, 2006.
Setting We will be staying at Rancho Los Naranjos, a secluded and serene retreat center that is a brief boat ride from Puerto Vallarta and only a ten-minute walk from the beach in the small fishing village of Yelapa, Mexico.
Value This course is designed to provide the equivalent of 3 graduate credits, 45 hours of classroom contact hours. Credit is awarded upon completion of classroom, reading and writing assignments.
Where: Oaxaca in Mexico
When: Rolling Starts
Cultural Embrace Cultural Embrace partners with local humanitarian organizations to share knowledge about the people and cultures of Latin America. Our goals are to assist at-need and at-risk communities and to improve their standards of living. By contributing your time, energy, and passion to others, you will gain a memorable and meaningful experience while traveling abroad.
Overview Cultural Embrace provides an outstanding opportunity to volunteer in Latin America! Enrich your life and the lives of others by choosing to join one of our volunteer projects. We offer projects in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, and Peru. Projects include working at orphanages, wildlife conservation, construction work, and many more.
Where: Cuernavaca in Mexico
When: Year Round
Cultural Embrace Cultural Embrace partners with local humanitarian organizations to share knowledge about the people and cultures of Latin America. Our goals are to assist at-need and at-risk communities and to improve their standards of living. By contributing your time, energy, and passion to others, you will gain a memorable and meaningful experience while traveling abroad.
Overview Cultural Embrace provides an outstanding opportunity to volunteer in Latin America! Enrich your life and the lives of others by choosing to join one of our volunteer projects. We offer projects in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Guatemala, Mexico, and Peru. Projects include working at orphanages, wildlife conservation, construction work, and many more.
Where: Oaxaca in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Academic Year
Fairleigh Dickinson University Take advantage of this new and exciting program! Design your own research project while enhancing your travel experiences, Learn more about other cultures Receive faculty guidance as you travel, Analyze your research and write while in transit This program allows you to combine your studies, area of interest, and/or career goals with the flexibility of traveling where and when YOU want!
Where: Mexico
When: Year Round
FirstStep WORLD, LLC FirstStep offers world-class language programs in Europe, Central & South America. Cultural activities, student housing or homestays, volunteering and sports.
Where: Mrida in Mexico
When: Year Round, Academic Year
Institute of Modern Spanish in Merida Work experiences (year round)and teaching practicums (school year) in Merida, Yucatan for volunteers.
Overview Specialized language instruction available--Medical, Business, Educational. Special rates for group instruction and affordable private instruction options.
Setting Institute of Modern Spanish is located in the Northeastern residential section of Merida, Yucatan--a city of 700,000 persons-- within walking distance of host families. Historical Downtown area is easily reached by bus.
Value Program package prices include classes and family homestay. Classes only prices also available.
Where: Mexico
Instituto de Estudios Avanzados de Oriente Superviced Internships in Orizaba - Cordoba Industrial Corridor.
Where: Mazatln in Mexico
When: Spring Semester
Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey ( ITESM) Tecnol gico de Monterrey-Campus Monterrey is recognized today as one of the best universities in Latin American with an important international position. With more than 19,000 students, it offers a great opportunity to interact with students from all over Mexico and other parts of the world.
Overview There is a wide variety of courses designed specially to satisfy the needs of our international students. The academic part is well complemented with company visits and cultural/touristy outings.
Setting Internationally known as The city of mountains , Monterrey is the best place to do city business in Latin America, according to Fortune Magazine. It is also one of the safest cities in Mexico and is located only 175 miles south of the US border.
Value The program was carefully designed to provide an unforgettable experience for international students. It also provides a complete orientation session, housing options, immigration procedures, insurance issues, etc.
Where: Puebla in Mexico
InterHostel Each autumn in Mexico, particularly in the small mountain villages, the living invite their departed loved ones to join them in a festival of communion--to return home again, and warm their cold bones by the hearth for a few hours before returning to the land of the dead.
Overview Witness these intimate "Dias de Los Muertos" observances in Oaxaca and participate for a few short days in this unique aspect of Mexican family life. Explore the best of Mexican folk art in both Oaxaca and Puebla, and tour magnificent prehispanic archaeological sites.
Where: Puerto Vallarta in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Winter Semester, Spring Semester, Summer
ITC Teach English abroad with the internationally recognized 100+hour TEFL Certificate Course. Courses in Prague, Barcelona, Puerto Vallarta and Kuta.
Where: Puerto Vallarta in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Winter Semester, Spring Semester, Summer
ITC Teach English abroad with the internationally recognized 100+hour TEFL Certificate Course. Courses in Prague, Barcelona, Puerto Vallarta and Kuta.
Where: Puerto Vallarta in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Winter Semester, Spring Semester, Summer
ITC Teach English abroad with the internationally recognized 100+hour TEFL Certificate Course. Courses in Prague, Barcelona, Puerto Vallarta and Kuta.
Where: Mexico
Hacienda de Estipac It gives you the opportunity to learn the language and the culture of Mexico through a 15 holiday program in a typical agricultural Hacienda
Overview Interactive method centered in the verb, designed so that students are able to speak since their first sessions.
Setting The Hacienda Estipac was built in the XVIIIth C. Now is small town of 11.000 inhabitants where people grow sugar cane, alfalfa, corn and garden vegetables
Value Apart from morning spanish lessons, students will practice directly with the "rancheros" and people of the Hacienda, by participating in their daily life activities.
Where: Nuevo Laredo in Mexico
When: Year Round
Learn Spanish in Mexico Professor teaches intensive Spanish grammar,experiential
Overview The best of both worlds.....and one-on-one teaching by a professor of Spanish!!
Setting The exciting Tex-Mex border and beautiful colonial Morelia,Michoacan, Mexico!
Value Learn to speak Spanish in 2 weeks,and see beautiful Mexico in the company of a professor who knows the country!!
Where: Mexico
When: Summer
MexArt MexArt is a non-credit Art and Spanish summer program for students finishing the 8th through 12th grades. During the one month sessions, students study a focus art area, art electives and Spanish while living in the idyllic setting of San Miguel de Allende.
Overview Students study spanish 2 hours a day, five days a week. Participants also choose an art focus area to practice 3 hours a day and an elective art area.
Setting The 20 participants live together in an inn with MexArt staff. San Miguel is a colonial Mexican town located in the mountains 3 hours north of Mexico city that has been attracting outsiders for many years to study spanish and art.
Value Tuition includes housing, all meals, laundry, classes, art supplies, Spanish books, day trips, and all materials needed for any classes. Participants are responsible for transportation to Leon.
Where: Chiapas in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Spring Semester, Summer
Mexico Solidarity Network Semester (16 credit) and Summer (8 credit) interdisciplinary course foucing on the context, strategy and tactics of Mexican social movements foucssing on grassroots activism and social justice.
Overview Gain theoretical grounding and practical experience to be more effective social actors in a globalized world.
Setting Participants study in Chiapas, Tlaxcala, Chihuahua and Ciudad Juarez.
Value Please see website for details.
Where: Baja California in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Spring Semester
National Outdoor Leadership School Classes will include discussions on group dynamics, leadership techniques, geology, wildlife identification and informal Spanish instruction.
Overview For three months, you'll explore the Baja California Peninsula and its contrasting environments on foot, in a sea kayak and on a sailboat while you learn the skills you need to visit these ecosystems comfortably and responsibly in the future.
Setting Flanked by the Pacific Ocean on the West and the Sea of Cortez on the east, the Baja California Peninsula is a land of extremes and contrasts. Granite and volcanic mountain ranges extend over 1,000 miles down the peninsula’s central spine, and Picacho del Diablo, a 10,126-foot peak in the northern mountains, is snow covered in winter months. The rest of Baja California, while still very rugged and mountainous, is Sonoran Desert country, receiving less than 10 inches of rainfall a year.
Value Providing the instruction, tools and freedom to practice and use what you learn are the roots of our education. After a NOLS course, you will have the skills to be a competent, responsible wilderness traveler and leader long after your course is over.
Where: Puebla in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Winter Semester, Spring Semester
Nuevo Mundo Educational Travel Mexhostel Puebla is an educational tourism program for students and travelers of all ages, but especially for the mature learner who remains young-at-heart.
Where: Mexico
Where: Mexico
Outward Bound Soak up the sun, waves and flow of sea kayaking in the coastal waters of the Sea of Cortez, off Baja. Developing teamwork, leadership and a high quality team are critical to your adventure in Mexico. Camping on beaches and in protected bays, you paddle to the islands of Coronado, Carmen and Danzante and spot numerous shore and sea birds, sea lions, fish and whales, who migrate here annually to mate and bear their young.
Overview During your course, you learn paddling and bracing techniques; navigation; surf launchings and landings; and many other items on our curriculum. You also have opportunities to snorkel the clear turquoise waters. This is a perfect introduction to sea kayaking, Baja and Outward Bound.
Where: Mexico
Friends Peace Teams Project The volunteers of Peace Brigades International (PBI) come from many different countries, backgrounds, and philosophical and religious perspectives. They share is a strong commitment to nonviolence and a belief in the power of ordinary people to create a more peaceful and just world.
Overview Volunteers for Indonesia and East Timor need to speak English and Bahasa Indonesian (candidates who do not speak these languages, but who have experience learning other foreign languages may apply, but will need to learn both languages before joining the team).
Value PBI team members should be at least 25 years old. Volunteers in Latin America must be fluent in Spanish.
Where: Mexico
When: Year Round, Rolling Starts
Projects Abroad The center works in conjunction with Proteccion Civil - the local emergency service - who deliver injured, mistreated and abandoned animals to the center, either for permanent residence and care, or as part of a rehabilitation process before they are released back into the wild.
Overview Situated in the center of Guadalajara, we work in a special hospital for wild and domestic animals.
Setting There is a focus on birds (such as falcons, eagles, toucans, parrots and owls) and reptiles, but a range of other animals also live at the center.
Value You will be feeding the animals, and cleaning and repairing enclosures. Volunteers also have the chance to assist the specialists in retraining the animals to hunt, fly and live independently.
Where: Guadalajara in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Winter Semester, Spring Semester, Summer, Year Round, Academic Year, Rolling Starts, MayMester Intersession, Spring Break
Projects Abroad Doctors and nurses welcome volunteers with a range of experience, so long as they are enthusiastic and keen to participate. By showing initiative and building a good rapport with your colleagues, you can get very involved with the doctors and patients with whom you are working.
Overview Volunteers work in a city hospital in Guadalajara. You will spend time working in departments such as gynaecology, haematology, obstetrics, paediatrics, pathology, anaesthesia and surgery, with the opportunity to specialise if you wish. Your supervisor can ensure that you work in a variety of areas during your placement, and learn as much as possible about medical practice in Mexico.
Setting You will be living with a local family and experiencing life in a different culture.
Value Volunteers need to speak some Spanish to join our Mexican medical program. If you are unsure as to whether your Spanish is good enough for the program please give us a call. Many volunteers who lack confidence in their Spanish language skills join a teaching or care project before joining their medical program. This gives them the opportunity to brush up their language skills before the medical part of their placement.
Where: Guadalajara in Mexico
When: Fall Semester, Winter Semester, Spring Semester, Summer, Year Round, Academic Year, Rolling Starts, MayMester Intersession, Spring Break
Projects Abroad At times it must seem to these children that, apart from the nuns who run the centre, they have few things that are stable in their lives. Volunteers can help to break the monotony of everyday life by taking children out on trips, playing sport with them or introducing them to music - why not bring your guitar or clarinet to the orphanage! These are the sorts of things that the children will remember for a long time.
Overview Projects Abroad has a variety of care placements in Guadalajara and in Ciudad Guzman, a smaller town in the volcanic region a couple of hours south. The thing all the care placements have in common is that you are helping children who have precious few other people to whom they can turn.
Setting You will be staying with a host family who will teach you the tradiations and cultures of this beuatiful country.
Value We also place volunteers at a school for blind girls aged 6 to 15 in Guadalajara. You are needed to assist the dedicated staff there, teaching the children about textures, materials and generally how to survive in a world which they are eager to explore.
Where: Chiapas in Mexico
When: Academic Year
Rainforest Academy Hands-on seminars/courses in Natural Medicine and Shamanic Healing. Intern/volunteer sessions available.
Overview Acupuncture, Shiatzu (acu-pressure massage), Herbology(Oriental and Rainforest) and Shamanic healing studies.
Setting Rainforest town setting with travel to mountains, waterfall and Caribbean settings.
Value Students devise their own course limits and prices are set accordingly: Sliding scale.
Where: Tijuana in Mexico
When: Year Round
SOS ALdeas Infantiles At: SOS Aldeas Infantiles Orphanage in Tijuana, Mexico. Time: 3 days week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday) for at least 6 months Requirements: Bilingual (Spanish-English) Organic Gardening Experience a must Basic computer knowledge to use spread sheets and word processors.
Setting Near the San Diego-Otay border crossing there is a small community of children that have been gifted with a beautiful garden. SOS Aldeas Infantiles is more than just an orphanage, its is a big family. Their gardens were designed and planted by Dr. Bill Roley, and Scott Murray.
Value Help strengthening and expanding a community environmental program involving school children K-12 and community organizations from San Diego and Tijuana. Small stipend and room and board.
Where: Guadalajara in Mexico
Teaching and Projects Abroad U.K. Office: Gerrard House, Rustington, West Sussex, BN16 1AW, U.K.
Teaching English, whether to adults or children, is particularly rewarding in the schools and colleges where volunteers work because it gives anyone who can speak it an extra chance in life.
Overview In Mexico we have placements where you can measure the emissions of an active volcano or help look after the turtle population coming ashore on the Pacific Coast. If you speak some Spanish, you can have placement in a hospital, or assist the journalists working in local newspapers or television.
Where: Mexico
United Nations Development Program (MEXICO) The Internship Programme offers a small group of outstanding graduate-level students the opportunity to acquire direct exposure to UNDP's work. It is designed to complement development-oriented studies with practical experience in various aspects of multilateral technical cooperation.
Overview Selection for Internships is fully decentralized within UNDP. Applicants interested in an internship should forward their application directly to the bureau/country office.
Where: Cuernavaca in Mexico
Latitudes International, Inc. Non-profit organization which travels to various countries in groups of eight to twelve participants willing to volunteer their services to a helpful cause and interact with the local population. Projects last three to five weeks, mostly in the summer.
Where: Mexico
Involvement Volunteers Association Inc A government registered "not for profit", Non Government Organisation Involvement Volunteers Assoc. Inc. (IVI) operates to identify suitable volunteer placements for people wishing to participate in volunteer activities around the world.
Overview IVI Volunteer Placements are related to either social service in the community or sustainable development and management of the natural environment. Volunteers can participate in Individual Placements; or in Group Placements with other volunteers.
Where: Mexico
When: Year Round
Volunteers for Peace VFP offers over 2800 AFFORDABLE international voluntary service projects worldwide in more than 90 countries. These programs are an affordable way to complete meaningful community service work in an intercultural setting. Typically 10-20 volunteers from 5 or more countries at each site.
Overview VFP programs feature "hands on" training in a variety of skills in an intercultural setting. Some students have obtained academic credit for their international volunteering when organized via their institution in advance.
Setting Most programs feature group living with men and women sharing the same living space and mutual responsibility for food preparation, cleaning, recreation, entertainment and work projects.
Value Making friends worldwide, intercultural learning, various manual and social skills, foreign language training, cooking, community service, FUN, etc.
Where: Mexico
Youth Action for Peace YAP is an international youth movement, with branches main in Europe and associated group and partner organization elsewhere world-wide.
Overview There are three main types of activities carried out by YAP: Volunteer exchanges; Seminars and training; Peace and Development Education
Where: Mexico
Nuestra Tierra AC YAP is an international youth movement, with branches main in Europe and associated group and partner organization elsewhere world-wide.
Overview There are three main types of activities carried out by YAP: Volunteer exchanges; Seminars and training; Peace and Development Education
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