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Business Placements in Oaxaca, Mexico with Adelante Abroad

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Program Overview

A Mexico volunteer opportunity in International Business allows candidates to gain hands-on business experience while immersing themselves in the vibrant culture of Oaxaca. Examples of business placements in Mexico include accounting, social and economic business development, and graphic design, among others.

Many volunteer programs in Oaxaca also focus on educating the public about critical social issues in Mexico, such as animal rights and welfare, ecological responsibility, health, disability rights, human rights, education, children, and sustainable farming.

Each program placement is individually tailored based on your experience, qualifications in your chosen sector, and Spanish-speaking skills. Participating in this program will significantly enhance your resume, provide real-world business experience, and give you the opportunity to become fluent in Spanish while contributing to meaningful work. Submit a $325 application deposit to secure your spot!

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Program Highlights

Enhance your resume with hands-on experience at local businesses, nonprofits, and cultural institutions in Oaxaca.
Boost your Spanish fast with an intensive language course during your first two weeks in Oaxaca – the perfect start to your volunteer program in Mexico.
Enjoy 24/7 support from a local Program Director in Oaxaca who has lived the experience and speaks your language.
Live alongside fellow interns in a shared apartment, or opt for a homestay to fully immerse yourself in Oaxaca’s vibrant culture.
Discover Oaxaca with included cultural excursions and optional monthly adventures that bring the city’s rich history and vibrant traditions to life.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Program Activity Costs
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Language Lessons
Emergency Support
Internship Placement
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation

Exclusions

Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Domestic Airfare
International Airfare
Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Weekend Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
In-Country Transportation To & From Project
Public Transportation Pass

Program Details

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Locations

  • Oaxaca, Mexico

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round

Eligible Nationalities

  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Angolan
  • Antarctica
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
  • Argentinian
  • Armenian
  • Aruban
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
  • Azerbaijani
  • Bahamian
  • Bahraini
  • Bangladeshi
  • Barbadian
  • Basotho
  • Belarusian
  • Belgian
  • Belizean
  • Beninese
  • Bermudian
  • Bhutanese
  • Bissau-Guinean
  • Bolivian
  • Bonaire
  • Bosnian
  • Botswana
  • Brazilian
  • British
  • British Virgin Islander
  • Bruneian
  • Bulgarian
  • Burkinabe
  • Cambodian
  • Canadian
  • Cape Verdean
  • Caymanian
  • Central African
  • Chadian
  • Channel Islander
  • Chilean
  • Chinese
  • Colombian
  • Comoran
  • Congolese
  • Cook Islander
  • Costa Rican
  • Creole
  • Croatian
  • Cuban
  • Curacao
  • Cypriot
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Djibouti
  • Dominican
  • Dutch
  • Ecuadorian
  • Egyptian
  • Emirati
  • English
  • Equatorial Guinean
  • Eritrean
  • Estonian
  • European
  • Fijian
  • Filipino
  • Finnish
  • French
  • Gabonese
  • Georgian
  • German
  • Gibraltarian
  • Greek
  • Greenlandic
  • Grenadian
  • Guadeloupian
  • Guatemalan
  • Guinean
  • Guyanese
  • Hawaiian
  • Honduran
  • Hungarian
  • I-Kiribati
  • Icelandic
  • Indian
  • Indonesian
  • Israeli
  • Italian
  • Ivorian
  • Jamaican
  • Japanese
  • Jordanian
  • Kazakhstani
  • Kittitian, Nevisian
  • Kiwi
  • Korean
  • Kuwaiti
  • Kyrgyzstani
  • Lao or Laotian
  • Latvian
  • Lebanese
  • Libyan
  • Liechtenstein
  • Lithuanian
  • Luxembourg
  • Macedonian
  • Malagasy
  • Malaysian
  • Maldivian
  • Malian
  • Maltese
  • Manx
  • Marshallese
  • Martiniquais
  • Mauritanian
  • Mauritian
  • Mexican
  • Micronesian
  • Moldovan
  • Monegasque
  • Mongolian
  • Montenegrin
  • Montserratian
  • multi
  • Myanmar
  • Nauruan
  • Nepalese
  • New Caledonian
  • Ni-Vanuatu
  • Nicaraguan
  • Niuean
  • Norwegian
  • Omani
  • Palauan
  • Palestinian
  • Panamanian
  • Papua New Guinean
  • Paraguayan
  • Peruvian
  • Polish
  • Polynesian
  • Portuguese
  • Puerto Rican
  • Qatari
  • Reunionese
  • Romanian
  • Russian
  • Saban
  • Sahrawian, Sahraouian
  • Saint Helenian
  • Saint Lucian
  • Saint Vincentian or Vincentian
  • Salvadoran
  • Sammarinese
  • Samoan
  • Sao Tomean
  • Saudi Arabian
  • Scottish
  • Senegalese
  • Serbian
  • Serbian; Montenegrin
  • Seychelles
  • Sierra Leonean
  • Singaporean
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Solomon Islander
  • South African
  • South Sudanese
  • Spanish
  • Sri Lankan
  • St. Barts
  • Statian
  • Sudanese
  • Surinamese
  • Swazi
  • Swedish
  • Swiss
  • Syrian
  • Tahiti
  • Taiwanese
  • Tajikistani
  • Tanzanian
  • Thai
  • The Vatican
  • Tibet
  • Timorese
  • Togolese
  • Tongan
  • Trinidadian, Tobagonian
  • Tunisian
  • Turkish
  • Turkmen
  • Turks and Caicos
  • Tuvaluan
  • Ukrainian
  • Uruguayan
  • Venezuelan
  • Vietnamese
  • Virgin Islander
  • Welsh
  • Yemeni
  • Irish
  • This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Trade/technical/vocational training
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree
  • High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Letters of Reference
  • Online Application
  • Written Application
  • Other

Age Requirement

18-30

Duration

  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • 7-12 Months
  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Spring
  • 1-3 Months
  • Fall
  • After College
  • Career Break / Mid-Career
  • During College
  • Post High School

Starts At

  • 2 Months: $3,700

Payment Terms

  • Upfront Deposit

Refund Policy

Refund with conditions

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Program Reviews

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Thomas David ParkerUnited Kingdom · July 2021

Marketing internship in Oaxaca de Juarez

I had a fantastic 3 months working with a coworking company in the city center of Oaxaca de Juarez. Adelante did a fantastic job with assigning me an internship programme as my boss and colleagues were very accommodating and gave me a great experience over my time in Mexico. The city itself is wonderful with amazing food, incredible people and fantastic weather! I cannot recommend this city enough - it feels like a second home to me only after three months living here. Working in a Spanish speaking country is definitely the best way to improve your ability. The lessons I received when I arrived in the country were a great boost and pushed me on to learn more during my day to day life. I have improved leaps and bounds over my time here and its now given me the motivation to keep learning! Overall I can highly recommend the overall experience. I have gained valuable knowledge both in business and in Spanish proficiency and I am very grateful to Adelante for all their work putting it all together. Thank you!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to all the most common questions about Adelante Abroad.

Do I need to speak Spanish to participate?

Yes. For business placements and most volunteer programs in Oaxaca, a minimum B1 (low-intermediate) Spanish level is required. This ensures you can communicate effectively 

How long are the volunteer programs?

You can choose the duration that fits your schedule. We have rolling start dates and our programs range from 2 to 6 months, allowing flexibility for short-term immersion or extended professional experience in Oaxaca. 

What kinds of business placements are available?

Participants can work in a variety of sectors, including accounting, social and economic business development, marketing, and graphic design. Each placement is tailored to your skills, interests, and Spanish proficiency.

Will I get professional experience during my volunteer program?

Absolutely. Every participant gains hands-on experience in either local businesses, nonprofits, and social enterprises, providing valuable international exposure for your resume.

Is this program suitable for university students or recent graduates?

Yes. Our Mexico volunteer opportunities are designed for students, recent graduates, and early-career professionals who want to gain international business experience.

Recognitions & Awards

Awards and accreditations earned by this provider

2025 Finalist - People’s Choice
GoAbroad Innovation Awards 2024 Finalist - People’s Choice

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