Description

Volunteer abroad in Guatemala at one of numerous NGOs working to improve the life of its citizens. Many of these community development organizations focus on capacity building through literacy campaigns, training and adult education. Some organizations are focusing on business training and microcredit programs in order to encourage entrepreneurs. A micro-finance program focuses on business development. Interns will work with local NGOs to assist with entrepreneurial programs for marginalized groups such as indigenous populations, women and migrant workers. Projects will vary greatly depending on the activities of the NGO and the intern's qualifications.

Highlights

This program can be incredibly rewarding and gives participants the chance to complete challenging fieldwork. Placements are in the highlands region of Guatemala, where indigenous peoples have lived for centuries. More than half of the population of Guatemala is Mayan and participants have a unique opportunity to experience this culture during their programs.

Languages

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

Costs vary. Please contact us for details

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Registration fees
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Program Includes:
* Airport Pickup in Guatemala City
* One Week Spanish Classes
* Orientation
* Volunteer Placement
* Accommodation With a Host Family
* Breakfast and Dinner Each Day
* 24/7 In-country support

Program Does Not Include:
* Round-trip Airfare
* Return trip to Airport
* Required Travel and Medical Insurance

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Business
• Community Development
• Income-generation
• Indigenous Issues
• Micro-enterprise
• Microcredit

Typical Volunteer

There is no typical international volunteer. We work with people from all over the world and a variety of backgrounds. We have placed volunteers ranging in age from 18-81. Successful volunteers are flexible, upbeat, energetic and inquisitive.

Age Range

18 and up

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume

International Volunteers's Mission Statement

International Volunteers is the volunteer branch of ELI Abroad, a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization, founded in 2001, that partners with organizations from around the world making a difference in their communities. We work closely with these groups to ensure that our volunteers get meaningful experiences at reasonable prices. We have something for everyone: whether you want to teach in Ghana, work in an orphanage in Nepal, animal rescue in the rainforest of Ecuador, medical clinic in South India, or study in a university in Buenos Aires.

Year Founded

2001