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Locations: Merida, Mexico
Program Terms: Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: IFSA

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Type of Program:	Internship, Study Abroad	Housing Options:	Residence Hall
Area of Study:	Education, Hospitality Management, Marketing, Media Studies, Spanish, Tourism	Language of Instruction:	English, Spanish
Minimum GPA:	2.5	Class Eligibility:	2 Sophomore, 3 Junior, 4 Senior

Program Description:

IFSA - SUMMER INTERNSHIPS IN MEXICO
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Mérida, Mexico

WHY STUDY IN MÉRIDA
The capital and largest city of the Yucatán, Mérida lies in sharp contrast to many Americans’ stereotypes about Mexican cities. The city is compact and tranquil, yet also a cosmopolitan center of culture in southern Mexico. Only 20 minutes from the coast, Mérida is famed for having a relaxed attitude, and safe and student- friendly atmosphere. Early Spanish architecture adds to Mérida’s beauty and personifies the city’s long history, while a thriving Mayan influence shows in the local language and dress. In your spare time, take advantage of free evening concerts and Mérida’s exciting nightlife.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Cosmopolitan and charming Mérida is the perfect location for your summer internship. Available for Spanish or English speakers, the internship allows you to gain global work experience while developing interpersonal and intercultural skills that are so important for your future. You’ll find Mérida accessible and welcoming as you explore its Mayan and Spanish architecture and history.

Enhance your learning and develop marketable skills with an eight-week Summer Internship in Mexico. This program includes the option to layer in one class per session with IFSA Summer in Mexico.

Classes

Essential Spanish
International Internship Seminar

Please visit Summer Internships in Mexico for complete class descriptions, syllabi, and placement highlights.

CULTURAL ENGAGEMENT ACTIVITIES & EXCURSIONS
Program activities are designed to enhance your intercultural competence by developing your understanding of the local culture and people. They are optional, but they are included in your total program fee. Activities vary each term based on availability, but previous events have included:

Mérida City Tour
Historic Landmarks Outing
Market Visit
Mayan World Museum and Biciruta (Mérida en Domingo) Tour

IFSA excursions are included in your total program fee and though these are optional, most students choose to participate. They vary each term based on availability, but excursions may include:

Chichén Itzá and Yodkzonot Trip: Just an hour from Mérida is Chichén Itzá, one of the world’s seven wonders and one of the most visited places in all Mexico. This excursion includes a visit to the extraordinary Yodkzonot cenote, a community-based tourism project where you’ll learn to prepare a typical dish of Mexican cuisine.

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