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Internships in Guatemala

Guatemala has endured decades of civil war, fourth world indigenous struggles and military juntas. While Costa Rica built it’s infrastructure and tourism sector Guatemala spent its money on war and internal calamity. Having one of the largest indigenous populations in Central America Guatemala has long struggled with it’s identity between the Mestizo and native populations. Aside from the natural beauty worthy of a National Geographic cover in any direction you look, it is the colorful people and history that make internships in Guatemala the ideal setting for a total cultural immersion experience.
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17 Internships in Guatemala

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MAXIMO NIVEL

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GoEco - Top Rated & Award Winning Volunteer Programs Abroad

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Best Nursing Internships Worldwide

Nursing internships abroad are the perfect opportunity for everyone who wants to boost their nursing career and enhance their possibilities. Explore the beauty of Asia, Africa and South America while taking part in a nursing internship and gaining valuable skills and training. College, nursing and pre-nursing students can get some insights into a medical career whilst helping aid projects to make a difference in the lives of the locals. Add this amazing volunteer experience to your CV and learn to work in different surroundings, it will really make you stand out from the crowd!

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Hospitality & Tourism Internship in Antigua, Guatemala

Hospitality & Tourism internship placements are hosted by small, locally owned businesses such as hotels, hostels, tour agencies, tour operators, or restaurants. Interns contribute to various business functions, including sales, customer service, marketing, and daily operations. Assisting with sales, reservations, pre-arrival services, and daily operations. Supporting promotional efforts through community outreach and updating materials. Managing online marketing, including website updates, social media, and review sites. Providing client services, managing bookings, offering recommendations, and addressing requests. Sharing information about local activities, restaurants, and travel options. Helping with basic accounting and stock and supply purchases. Ensuring excellent guest and customer satisfaction. As part of the program, you will receive a 1-hour Spanish lesson daily, Monday to Friday. Internship Deliverables All interns are required to submit weekly journals and a final deliverable. Practicums (under 8 weeks): A 10–20-page written report or a 1-hour PowerPoint presentation. Internships (8 weeks or longer): Both a 10–20-page report and a 1-hour PowerPoint presentation.

A Guide to Interning Abroad in Guatemala

Locations

Guatemala borders Mexico to the north, Belize to the east, and El Salvador and Honduras to the south. Chiapas, Mexico, across the northern border, is full of rural Mayan farming villages, rich Mayan ruins, and coffee farms, and this environment is mirrored in the western Highlands of Guatemala, where volcanoes dot the horizon and colorful indigenous markets are housed in village plazas. To the east the tropical climate of Belize flows over the border to Tikal, one of the most extensive Mayan ruins in the world, where monkeys swing from trees and pyramids replace volcanoes on this ancient skyline.

Further south along the Caribbean Coast is a rasta culture developed by a community of descendents of freed slaves. Spanish ruins from the colonial days rival Mayan ruins in their grandeur further west. Hippies seeking an alternative lifestyle are sprinkled from Panajachel to the tanangos (towns of the Western Highlands). In the center is Guate City, a big bustling Latin American city with all the industry and amenities of neighboring capitals.

Guatemala City is the political and commerce capital of Guatemala, most popular for community development internships.

Antigua is one of the most beautiful towns in Latin America. The cobblestone streets become works of art during Semana Santa, when locals paint beautiful pictures from flower petals for the procession of Christ. While the town may have more Spanish schools per capita than any place on earth, the city still has a local cultural life. Part of that centers around the village, indigenous population that travels to Antigua to work in the marketplace. This population accommodates many service projects including health internships and education programs. Many internships in Antigua are coupled with Spanish language classes too, since there are multiple language institutes located here.

Flores is a small town adjacent to the ruins of Tikal, near the Belize border. A long bus ride from the capital, Flores has a small but thriving eco-tourism industry. Tropical villagers in the region come to Flores for education and business.

Panajachel is a lakeside community in the Western Highlands. This is a regular stop on the backpackers route. The Mayan community sells their wares to tourists in the marketplace to maintain a stable income. 

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November 29, 2025by: Maya Nicholson - United KingdomProgram: Education Internship (K-12)—Costa Rica | Guatemala | Peru
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I had a great experience during my 6 week internship at a school in Guatemala. Máximo Nivel were very helpful answering all my questions before I arrived and there was constant support during my time away. I learnt so much from my internship and very happy to have improved my spanish with daily classes with the wonderful Margarita! I am so pleased to have met so many lovely people at the school and from my host family.

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