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  • Decent Work And Economic Growth

Small Business and entreprenuership

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4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Gain real-world experience.
  • Improve your Spanish through total immersion.
  • Meet other people from around the world.

Highlights

  • Gain real-world experience.
  • Improve your Spanish through total immersion.
  • Meet other people from around the world.
  • Work in a fun and relaxed environment.
  • Hike volcanoes, visit Mayan ruins and explore the culture.
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples

    About the program

    The small and business program helps small entrepreneurs manage their business along with basic financial education.

    Join  the Small  business program will be helping small entrepreneurs manage their business plans, loans and advise them on key decisions for better growth. Volunteers can also help in workshops that range from basic financial literacy, marketing, accounting, data analysis, and more.

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    About the program

    Join  the Small  business program will be helping small entrepreneurs manage their business plans, loans and advise them on key decisions for better growth. Volunteers can also help in workshops that range from basic financial literacy, marketing, accounting, data analysis, and more.

    Depending on the volunteer's profile, skills and interests he/she can be assigned to different areas. Volunteers must speak basic Spanish and are preferred to have a background in finance, economics, accounting, marketing, and related fields. Intensive Spanish lessons are also available in Guatemala before starting the program

    Possible tasks:
    • Analyzing loans and feasibility studies from within the lending organization.
    • I.T and automation of databases (if qualified)
    • Accounting
    • Financial literacy workshops.
    • Loan management training workshops.
    • Marketing workshops.
    • Following up on business plans of loaners and advising as needed.
    • Analyzing clients’ business plans previous to taking out a loan.
    • Smart use of technology and training in ready available financial tools.

    Typical day

    • 7 am : breakfast with host family
    • 7:30 am: walk to project
    • 8am : meet with project staff to oversee daily tasks
    • 1pm: lunch time
    • 4pm: Project work time ends
    • 7 pm: Dinner with host family

    Typical day

    • 7 am : breakfast with host family
    • 7:30 am: walk to project
    • 8am : meet with project staff to oversee daily tasks
    • 1pm: lunch time
    • 4pm: Project work time ends
    • 7 pm: Dinner with host family

    Free-time activities

    Volunteers can join in many hikes around the area as well as water sports. Nearby transportation hubs to other touristic destinations.

    Free-time activities

    Volunteers can join in many hikes around the area as well as water sports. Nearby transportation hubs to other touristic destinations.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak Spanish (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    finance,accounting, business, or related field. at Studying or graduated level

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    Resume, application form and laptop

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 16:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Host family , in private room with two meals per day
    • On call support throughout the service
    • Coordination with the host country organization of volunteer service
    • Orientation to volunteer work or intern placement
    • Welcome at airport with transport
    • Certificate of program completion

    Airport Pickup at La Aurora International Airport

    Airport pickup provided in Guatemala City Airport Aurora

    Accommodation

    Host family, in private room with two meals per day

    Food & Beverages

    Two meals per day.

    Vegetarian diets can be accommodated. Other types of diet may require participant to cook for him/herself.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is La Aurora International Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City. We assist you to find cheap flights to Guatemala. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Guatemala provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Guatemala you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Guatemala. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Every Sunday, except for December. Arrival to Aurora Intl airport with a 2.5 hour drive.
    Availability
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    Program Fees

    $264 per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

    Visa Master Card Maestro American Express PayPal

    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 12 weeks

    Deposit

    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Location

    Americas > Central America > Guatemala > Soloa

    Meet your project coordinator

    Diego
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    Fantastic
    2005
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    Spoken languages: English, Spanish
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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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