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Adelante Abroad

Why choose Adelante Abroad?

Internship, Volunteer, Semester & Summer Study Abroad Programs define Adelante Abroad's menu of offerings and expertise. Choose to intern overseas in Spain, Ecuador, Uruguay, Chile, Mexico, or Scotland. With year round start dates, Adelante is sure to provide a travel program that's right for you!

Our affordable internship abroad programs include airport pick up, 2 (or 3) weeks of intensive Spanish language classes, orientation, an internship in your sector of interest, housing, and 24/7 access to your Program Director Abroad.

Candidates enjoy their own private room in a centrally located shared apartment. We have staff on site full-time. They are there if you need them but are trained to give you space to bump into things, make mistakes and finally find, on your own, how you fit into your new country & home.

For more information, email us at info@adelanteabroad.com or call 562.799.9133

Diversity & Inclusion 💙

At Adelante Abroad, we take pride in fostering a diverse and inclusive community for aspiring students seeking international internships and study abroad experiences. We are committed to providing equality and opportunity, as we firmly believe that every individual, regardless of their background, deserves the chance to embark on a transformative journey. Through our specialized biopic program, we actively encourage and support students from all walks of life to participate without discrimination. We understand the importance of nurturing emerging talents, and our program stands as a testament to our dedication to providing an enriching, empowering, and unbiased platform for students to thrive and make their mark on the global stage.
At Adelante Abroad, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming and inclusive space for all students, including those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We wholeheartedly encourage and support LGBTQIA+ students to participate without fear of discrimination. We recognize the unique challenges that LGBTQIA+ individuals may face, and we are determined to provide a safe and empowering environment for them to embark on their international internship and study abroad journeys. With a focus on celebrating individuality and fostering growth, our program stands as a beacon of acceptance, ensuring that all students can thrive, learn, and contribute meaningfully to the global community.
Adelante Abroad is committed to offering comprehensive accessibility support for participants with physical disabilities and/or chroni conditions. While our foremost goal is to provide optimal conditions for all participants, there may be instances where certain program country locations pose challenges to full accessibility. Despite these limitations, we continually strive to ensure that all individuals can benefit from our programs to the best of our abilities.

Impact 🌎

At Adelante Abroad, we are driven by a vision of sustainability that goes beyond mere neutrality. Our commitment is to create programs and business practices that generate a net positive impact on the world. By striving to tip the scales towards positive outcomes, we seek to ensure that any potential negative effects are outweighed by the overall benefit we bring to the individuals, communities, and environments we engage with, aligning our efforts to leave a lasting, positive legacy.
At Adelante Abroad, our ethical impact programming is thoughtfully designed to harmonize student experiences with the well-being of our host communities and the environment. We meticulously assess the social and environmental implications of our programs, ensuring a balanced approach that maximizes positive outcomes for both our students and the communities they engage with. By fostering meaningful connections, minimizing environmental footprints, and prioritizing sustainable practices, we aim to create lasting benefits for host communities, safeguard our planet's resources, and preserve the integrity of the experiences we offer for generations to come.

Reviews

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Nicholas
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Great time

My experience was wonderful. Met lots of nice people, trained really hard, figured out how to be an adult here, improved my Spanish dramatically and did some very fun trips along the way.

The communication from Adelante was a bit disappointing as I thought I had an idea about what I was doing when coming to Uruguay, but once the internship started it wasn’t what I expected. I wouldn’t recommend another sports internship in the world of combat sports due to it being very hard to have real responsibilities as a sports assistant.

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Hanna
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Reconnecting with my Artistic Side in Mexico

I had the pleasure of staying in a home in Oaxaca and fully delving into my creative side, which improving my Spanish. I had the chance to paint a wall mural, which led me to painting a chilaquiles vendor in the local park. I also designed and illustrated for multiple companies, with the freedom to work where I wanted and on my own schedule. Oaxaca was magical, and I made so many friends who I still keep in contact with. Other than doing lots of art in Oaxaca, on my own time, I took 2 cooking class, a woodcarving class, did yoga weekly, got a Mayan massage, travelled to many surrounding towns, and so much more.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Chapulines AKA crickets! They were in tossed with chilies and lime and were pretty tasty!
Pros
  • The people I worked with and lived with where so kind and giving
  • The food was delicious and cheap
  • The city is walkable
Cons
  • The people I lived with spoke 0 English
  • The shower and toilets were finicky and sometimes the shower was cold
  • Ants in the home at times
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Maia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

The best summer ever

I spent the summer in Barcelona shadowing psychologists at an assisted living residence. My coworkers were kind and helpful, and the patients were charming and sweet. The local program advisor was very helpful to me and my friends in the program anytime we needed anything. I also completed 2 weeks of Spanish classes prior to my internship. My Spanish improved tremendously, as did my professional skills. I feel that this program exceeded my expectations and helped to prepare me for a career in psychology. In addition to this, Barcelona was just an incredible city with so much life and character--I never ran out of things to do or places to see.

What was the most nerve-racking moment and how did you overcome it?
The most nerve-racking moment was the first day of Spanish classes. I did not know anyone, or how the classes were going to work, or if my Spanish was going to be as good as everyone else's. I overcame it by realizing that all of the other students starting that day were in the same boat as me, so I started talking to some of them. The students I met and talked to that day ended up becoming my closest friendships of the trip. Also, the teachers and staff are there to help, so I had to learn to not be afraid to ask questions!
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Sara
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

A Summer to Remember

Okay so the first thing I can testify to is that Adelante Abroad is absolutely legit. My biggest fear with these things are being scammed-Adelante Abroad has been professional the whole way through. The interview process is quite smooth and the contacts are timely and very sweet. No disputes about money or any hidden fees or anything like that. They are also very affordable considering what other programs charge which is another reason I picked them. I like that they're not affiliated with any sort of university, they're a unique way to study abroad after college-an experience I always wanted but wasn't able to do until now! I also really love their flexibility-for the internship program you can pick how many months you want to intern, and they tailor the program to you. One bit of advice I would give is if you're picky about the sort of internship you want to do to be as involved as possible in the process, and respond timely to their emails.
Something really nice they provide is a personal chaffeur from the airport when you land to where you'll be staying, which was so great not having to navigate foreign transportation after an international flight. Another thing they provided is two weeks of Spanish immeresion classes before your internship. Both of these things were included in the price.
For me personally, my internship was in Music in Madrid. I'm a singer and wanted experience in the business side of things. For my particular internship, a large part of the work I did was online, so I took advantage and traveled to Portugal, Germany, and Morocco! Mandatory events I had to be in Madrid were musical events, some of which took place in churches and castles. I got along great with both my boss and my roommate thank goodness. I was provided really nice accomodations with a working professional near a metro in a very safe part of town.
One thing I will say is this internship works well if you're very independent. They do not hold your hand and fill your schedule with things, so if you're very adventurous and free, like me,this program will be a good fit for you. If you want a set schedule with things constantly planned out for you, maybe not.
If you're looking for something legit and affordable in a Spanish-speaking country to boost your resume and travel, I would recommend Adelante Abroad.

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
Blood sausage spread on toast tapas :P And it was surprisingly good!
Pros
  • Very affordable
  • Great staff
  • Includes language immersion
Cons
  • You are in charge of your own social life
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Chantal
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Psychology

It was really fun, Dr. Knowles was very informative and supportive. Edinburgh is beautiful; however, it rains a lot, so bring a rain jacket. There is so much to do, so take advantage of seeing Scotland by train. There is no need for super fancy clothes; at university, everyone is very casual. The apartment felt safe, and so did the city.

Public transportation is excellent, and getting around is easy. Make sure to visit the local markets and try some traditional Scottish food. The university facilities are top-notch, and there are plenty of resources available for research and study.

Social life is vibrant, with plenty of cafes, pubs, and cultural events to enjoy. The locals are friendly and welcoming, making it easy to feel at home. Overall, my experience was enriching both academically and personally. I highly recommend it to anyone considering a study or work opportunity in Edinburgh.

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Alumni Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with verified alumni.

James Gill Christian

From Atlanta, Ga 22 years old. Student at Appalachian State University. Planning on graduating in may of 2025. Major is General Marketing and Minor is Digital Marketing. Avid Golfer.

Why did you choose this program?

I have heritage in Scotland and I absolutely love golf. I was looking for a program that I could do without missing a whole semester of school. I looked all of those things up and was able to find Adelante Abroad. It checked all of my boxes and it seemed too good to be true. I was nervous knowing it was the pilot year of the program but I took the risk. Best decision I could have made.

What did your program provider (or university) assist you with, and what did you have to organize on your own?

Adelante did a good job of communicating with me and my university to work out how I would transfer the credits I received from this program to my university. My university did not do much heavy lifting but Adelante was able to help me out a lot with figuring out how to make everything work. I did have to organize my flights and such but once I was there they took care of mostly everything.

What is one piece of advice you'd give to someone going on your program?

Do not take it for granted. You can be on your phone when you get back, while you are there use it for documenting the experiences you have and communication purposes but not to waste time. Definitely fully embrace the culture in Scotland and interact with the locals when you can. They were all very polite for the most part and had a great culture to be a part of. Even if it was only for a month.

What does an average day/week look like as a participant of this program?

An average day from when i was there was wake up. Eat breakfast around 8:30-9:00 then have class until around 11:00. Have lunch. And then head to elmwood for lessons and practice. If it wasn’t elmwood it would be one of the many prestigious courses that Scotland has to offer. Along with a tour of the course with the director of golf at said course. We had the weekends free to explore what the country has to offer and I suggest using that opportunity to the fullest extent.

Going into your experience abroad, what was your biggest fear, and how did you overcome it? How did your views on the issue change?

I was mostly afraid of if I would like the people I was going with. If the people in Scotland would like the Americans being there. As well as the weather being an issue. All of those fears were wrong. You are with these people a month and grow to love them as the trip goes on. Everyone in Scotland was super hospitable and eager to meet us. The weather was fantastic almost the whole month but even when it wasn’t. I found out that Scotland is a place that is very well equipped to handle that kind of situation.

What I loved so much about the program was that it didn’t take itself too seriously. I mean that in the best way possible. The instructors were laid back and the courses seemed easy because we were all learning about what we were passionate about. We were able to be flexible on scheduling for certain days and got to give our own input on activities to do. Which made the experience extremely enjoyable. There just seemed like there was magic in the air for that whole month and everyone seemed to have a smile on their face the whole time. I got so much better and more knowledgeable about golf and my game but apart from that the trip just made me hold Scotland close to my heart and that is Invaluable to me.

Staff Interviews

These are in-depth Q&A sessions with program leaders.

Lindsey Smolen

Job Title
Digital Marketing Director
Lindsey Smolen is the Digital Marketing Director at Adelante Abroad, where she crafts innovative strategies to connect students and graduates with life-changing international experiences. With a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies and a master's in Marketing Analytics from California State University, Long Beach, Lindsey combines creativity and data-driven insights to drive impactful engagement.
Lindsey

What is your favorite travel memory?

My favorite travel memory is actually going abroad with Adelante Abroad in 2018. When I was was going into my senior year in college, I decided to take the leap to travel to Barcelona, Spain for 2 months and intern with a social media marketing company. In college, I was very soft spoken and had a hard time meeting people because I was shy. I completely broke out of my shell during this trip. The internship I was placed in allowed me to be creative and I was also able to travel on the weekends. I visited a couple other countries during this trip abroad. Because of Adelante Abroad, I was able to learn new skills in marketing, met some incredible friends that I still talk to today, and eventually started my own social media marketing business.

How have you changed/grown since working for your current company?

This company has completely helped me grow as a marketer. I have expanded my skills from not just social media but to website development, creating marketing systems, email marketing, and blog creation. I now have an intern of my own at this company allowing me to grow as a leader. I also feel like this company allows me to present new ideas and run with them. Adelante Abroad is ever evolving so if feedback is given, change is made.

What is the best story you've heard from a return student?

Over the time I've worked here, I have heard countless lifechanging stories. One of the best stories that I have recently heard is from one of our students that went abroad to Oaxaca, Mexico in fall 2024. This person was placed at a restaurant for her internship where she helped design new menus, created murals, designed packaging for food, and also met new friends along the way. During her 3 month internship, she had other businesses in Mexico reach out to her for her work where she made other murals and package designs allowing her to expand her portfolio and resume. I think the best part about this story is she was able to create new business just by doing what she loved.

If you could go on any program that your company offers, which one would you choose and why?

Okay this is a hard question. There are a few programs that I would want to be a part of. If I had to choose one, I think I would go with the Summer Study Abroad Golf in Scotland Program. This program is one month long and our candidates get to golf at/ visit world renowned golf courses in the place where the sport originated. Because this is a study abroad program, these students can get college credit for 2 classes in just one month while playing the sport they love. They also learn skills like coaching golf to students during their time abroad. I would love to travel with other students who love golf as well and play on some breathtaking courses.

What makes your company unique? When were you especially proud of your team?

Adelante Abroad is unique because our programs are very independent. There is not much hand holding so you are able to truly get a sense of independence by the end of the program. Students do not have scheduled excursions during the whole program that they are forced to attend (there are some but they are not mandatory) which I love because it gives students the freedom to explore what they want. Additionally, our programs are some of the most cost effective study and intern abroad programs on the market and we have internships in almost any sector. I was especially proud of my team when we got feedback from multiple students who went abroad with us saying that this was one of the best experiences of their life.

What do you believe to be the biggest factor in being a successful company?

I think the biggest factor in being a successful company is listening and evolving. If a company stays the same, they are not keeping up with the changing world. At Adelante Abroad, we are constantly adding new programs, we listen to feedback given by students who are on or have been on our trips, and we make changes and adjustments where needed. We keep in mind new applicants and think about how our programs can be altered to benefit people applying.