Cultural Embrace offers a unique opportunity to participate in an internship program to gain professional development in beautiful Cuernevaca, Mexico. You will be able to gain not only valuable work experience, but also a chance to explore a particular field from the viewpoint of the local Mexican culture.
This program is aimed at university students with the appropriate skills, experience and Spanish language from all sectors. We offer a wide variety of work experience placements. Examples of the fields that we have found internship placements for are: administration, finance, marketing, hospitality and tourism, IT, architecture, engineering, social work, education, journalism, and more.
The minimum duration for this program is 4 weeks and maximum 6 months. You will be enrolled in to an intensive Spanish language course during your internship, and work approximately 15 hours/week with a local Mexican company. Up to 38 hours per week of Spanish lessons are available for you to attend. Three hours of Spanish classes with no more than 5 students are included with your program and you are permitted to attend two hours of grammar or Latin American classes, and one hour of Spanish lectures or conversation daily. Shared room (same gender) and board will be included with your program. You must be a student between the ages of 18 to 30 years old, studying or have experience in the related field or profession. Most interns are NOT paid, however a bonus could be negotiated at the discretion of the company.
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Interning in Mexico Offers:
- Practical international work experience in your field of interest
- A reference from your employer upon completion of your term
- A fantastic opportunity to improve your Spanish language skills while conversing with locals on a daily basis
- An opportunity to broaden your perspective and worldview
- An opportunity to participate in and learn local cultural activities (e.g.: cooking, crafts, dancing)
- Memorable travel experiences with the chance to see exotic sites you have always dreamed about
- The ability to make lifelong friends from around the globe
- A valuable work experience that strengthens your resume, exhibiting your diligence, independence, and intercultural experiences
- A great way to develop and support your self-confidence and interpersonal skills
Cultural Embrace Offers:
- Guaranteed Internship Placement
Cultural Embrace guarantees an internship offer that matches your requested preferences.
- Intensive Spanish Classes (Up to 38 hours/week)
3 hours of Spanish classes with no more than 5 students, optional 2 hours of grammar or Latin American classes & 1 hour of lecture or Spanish conversation included daily during your internship period. Cost of books not included.
- Housing
Shared room (double occupancy) & full board is included with your program. If you wish to have your own room, hotel or apartment, we can assist you for additional fees
- Arrival & Transfer
An optairport pick-up and transfer is available.
- Arrival Orientation
You will receive pertinent information regarding local transportation, banking, and safety. You will also receive tips on travel, communications, and social and outdoor activities. Finally, you will be familiarized with the code of conduct and expectations for your internship.
- Travel Insurance: Basic Major Medical Coverage
Our policy provides basic medical coverage. Cultural Embrace highly recommends additional travel insurance.
- Cultural Embrace Kit
Useful tips, advice, and information to prepare you for the amazing adventure of living and working abroad.
- Full-time Representation
Cultural Embrace provides representation in the United States and Mexico prior to, during, and after your placement.
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Duration
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Price (in US$)
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4 weeks
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$2082
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6 weeks
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$2643
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8 weeks
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$3209
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10 weeks
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$3775
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12 weeks
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$4341
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*Please note that prices are subject to change according to exchange rate of foreign currency
**Prices listed in US Dollars, and AUD$, CAN$, £,€ accepted
Combine and customize other activities in Mexico or another destination through our programs or group tours .
1. Obtain the Intern Abroad Application Forms & Procedures documents in one of three ways:
(a) Download the forms: Intern Form (pdf). Intern in Mexico Program Details and FAQ (pdf).
(b) Fill out an online application request form and the forms will be mailed to you within 7-10 days.
(c) Call Cultural Embrace at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-8570 (US toll-free) to have the forms mailed to you in 7-10 days.
2. Read the instructions carefully and complete all forms.
3. Submit your completed application packet to:
CULTURAL EMBRACE
7201 Bill Hughes Road
Austin, TX 78745 USA
Completed packet should include:
- Intern Program Application
- Signed Work/Intern Agreement
- Copy of your passport (information page only)
- University/College transcript (official please)
- Copies of diploma or certificates related to field of interest (if applicable)
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter explaining why you want to work in Mexico
- Two References: preferably professional and/or character references
- Doctor’s Certificate verifying that you are in excellent mental and physical health
- Copy of Police Clearance (obtainable from your community's local police station)
- Four 1½" x 2" official passport-size photos, signed on the back
- One smiling full-length photo of yourself
- US$200 non-refundable deposit (credited towards your program fee)
Upon receipt of your application, a Cultural Embrace coordinator will contact you for a 20-30 minutes phone interview. Once we accept you in to our program, you will receive an invoice for the remainder of your program fee. In order for us to contact our local partners to start your placement process, we require at least 50% of your program fee.
We recommend submitting your application and program fee at least 12-16 weeks prior to your desired start date in order for us to organize and arrange your internship.
*Cultural Embrace requires an expedited application fee for those applying 12 weeks or less before the desired date of departure. Applications received 8-12 weeks prior to desired departure date will be charged $150. Applications received less than 8 weeks before the desired departure date will be charged $250.
For any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@culturalembrace.com or you can call us at 1-512-469-9089 or 1-888-214-8570 (US toll-free).
