Journalism in Mexico with Projects Abroad

  Mexico

• Guadalajara: 
Guadalajara

Term: Fall, Spring, Summer, Throughout the year, Winter 
Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks, 5-8 weeks, 9-12 weeks and 3-6 months
Typical Duration of Program: 5-8 weeks
Dates: All Year Round

Description: What better way to improve both your Spanish and your journalistic skills than to work with a newspaper or radio station in Mexico?

Our journalism internships are open to interns of all ages and levels of experience, no matter whether you are on a gap year or a career break. All we ask is that you are able to write and speak Spanish to a good standard. Many interns who don't feel confident enough in their language skills start off doing a month or two on another project practicing their conversation skills before joining the journalism project.

On our journalism internships in Mexico, you will not only get an insider's view of how a print publication or radio station is run, but also the chance to put together an impressive portfolio of work. Your résumé will be greatly enhanced by the practical skills that you gain during your journalism internship abroad and your experience of living and working in Latin America will act as proof of your courage and adaptability.

All journalism interns live and work in the town of Ciudad Guzman. Our main office is located three hours away in Guadalajara.

International Print Journalism Internships in Mexico with Projects Abroad

Our journalism internships are based on newspapers in the town of Ciudad Guzman, two hours outside of Guadalajara. You will be given a real opportunity to get involved, but the more enthusiasm and effort you put into your journalism projects the more you will get out of it.

We work with a small local newspaper in Ciudad Guzman. No previous experience is required to work on this project.

You will start off shadowing local journalists who will show you how things work while passing on their knowledge, expertise and contacts. The print journalism internships offer volunteers a real opportunity to get involved, whether it be interviewing the locals about their opinions on a topical issue or writing about the latest sports event. By the end of your internship abroad, you should have a number of published articles to add to your portfolio.

Let our local staff - and your editor - know what interests you most and we will try to accommodate this on your journalism internship in Mexico.

International Radio Journalism Internships in Mexico with Projects Abroad

Interns in Mexico can also join a journalism internship at a radio station in the town of Ciudad Guzman. You may end up presenting an hour-long radio show three days a week, or searching out stories in the town - giving you the opportunity to mix with the local Mexican community.

If you can demonstrate enthusiasm and creativity, you will be offered plenty of opportunities to get involved in different stories and projects. Previous volunteers have co-presented live current affairs programs, conducted interviews live on the radio, reported on news and sports and helped to run a hugely popular university radio station.

Working at the radio station in Ciudad Guzman you will get the chance to observe, and then get involved in, radio production and all the behind the scenes work. Later, if you have built up enough confidence you can make your own radio shows, with a combination of interviews, music and current affairs; it can be whatever you want it to be!

Highlights: For your accommodation, you'll live with a Spanish speaking host-family, which is a great environment for developing and improving your language skills. All the families involved are extremely supportive of the projects carried out by Projects Abroad and are eager to experience an inter-cultural exchange and learn about the lives of volunteers.

Ciudad Guzman, where we are based, is part of the West Central Highlands and has one of the most pleasant climates the country offers. The winters are moderately warm and the summers hot although not unbearably. With this wonderful climate, you will be able to explore all the beauty Mexico has to offer anytime of the year!

In addition, this project offers the opportunity to become fully immersed in the culture in a manner which even the most hardened of backpackers could never hope to do.

Qualifications: No qualifications or experience required, only good written Spanish.

Cost in US$: From USD 2,995 and up

Experience Required: no

Typical Volunteer: Open-minded with a desire to travel.

Age Range: 16-70

This Program is open to Couples and Individuals

Participants Travel to Mexico Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work Independently or in Groups of 2-3

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Written Application

Post-Program Services Include:

• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Projects Abroad's Mission Statement: As part of the global economy, Projects Abroad helps create local employment wherever we send volunteers. Employing local staff overseas and using their talents and knowledge is important to us. This local knowledge and support enables the organization to channel the skills of the volunteers from more affluent countries to regions around the world where they are needed. Volunteers also learn from their placements and the people they meet, and they gain experience in a chosen field. In the 21st century, we believe this mutual respect is what cultural exchange is all about.

Year Founded: 1992