
Guatemala Internships
Intern in Guatemala with Intern Abroad HQ and discover volcanic landscapes, baroque architecture, and a warm, vibrant culture. Choose from a wide range of short-term internship programs in Guatemala, including Medical, Physical Therapy, Environmental Conservation, Veterinary & Animal Care, Microfinance, Hospitality & Tourism, and Coffee Production. Interns are required to have beginner - intermediate Spanish language proficiency for these internships. With affordable fees and top rated programs, Intern Abroad HQ offers the best internship opportunities in Guatemala for students, graduates, career changers, and gap year travelers!
- Program Fees from US$1,671 for 4 weeks
- Includes arrangement of your placement, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals, and 24/7 in-country support
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Accommodation in homestays
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Based in the beautiful city of Antigua and around Santa Lucia Milpas Altas
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Internships begin on the first and third Monday of each month
Internship opportunities
Coffee Production

Help farmers produce world-class coffee in Guatemala. Assist in and out of office for a complete coffee experience. Basic Spanish language skills required.
Environmental Conservation

Support local staff and promote training programs on environmental issues and sustainable development. Basic Spanish language skills required.
Hospitality & Tourism

Gain hands-on experience by assisting hotels or tour providers with all aspects of their business! Basic Spanish language skills required.
Medical

This internship is for students at pre-med level and up. Shadow nurses and doctors, in clinics, schools and elderly homes. This is a Spanish-speaking internship.
Microfinance

Gain experience with financial education organizations in Guatemala, which support small business owners. This is a Spanish-speaking internship.
Physical Therapy

Gain hands-on physical therapy experience under the guidance of local professionals in Guatemala. Basic Spanish language skills required.
Veterinary & Animal Care

Gain hands-on veterinary experience alongside professional vets to treat domestic and farm animals. Basic Spanish language skills required.
”I highly recommend interning in Guatemala. Ultimately, this trip is worth every cent because what you can gain from it you can’t gain any other way.”
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