Description

NGO Internships combine your skills with the needs of the host community in order to create the most beneficial experience for both you and those in need. ProWorld offers development focused internships in these fields: Health Care, Environment, Business, or Education. Work on grass roots development projects with the local community; help vaccinate children, teach reading, reforest depleted ecosystems or educate small businesses.

For health internships, students can promote public health in rural Andean communities, shadow doctors in clinics in impoverished areas of Oaxaca, support diabetes testing and education campaigns in Belize, assist in HIV and AIDS outreach in Chiang Mai, help with elder-care in India, go on door to door outreach efforts in Ghana and shadow doctors in urban clinics in Bahia, Brazil.

For environmental internships, students can protect native forests in the Sacred Valley, Peru, perform rapid environmental assessments in a national park in Belize, explore wildlife preserves around Mysore, India, get their hands dirty in Northern Thai reforestation, work on eco-tourism and environmental education in Ghana, and participate in beach clean-ups and protection in Bahia, Brazil.

For social and economic development internships, students will have the opportunity to fight for children's rights in Belize, mentor children and adults in Peru, protect women's rights in Mexico, support homeless shelters in India, support social programs to advance minority groups in Thailand, foster micro-business efforts in Ghana and work in favellas on art and sports programs in Brazil.

Programs are highly supported by an onsite staff team and welcoming community partners. ProWorld, founded in 1998, is a true leader in the fields of study abroad and international development.

Teams of ProWorld Project Coordinators work year round with our host communities assessing needs, thinking creatively, and setting long-term goals for sustainable development and volunteer projects. Programs start every month of the year. Enroll now!

Highlights

Real Projects...Real Experience! The focus of your development project is determined by your skills, your interests and the needs of the local environmental community.

Experiential learning combines with weekly adventures and productive volunteer work to form a comprehensive and unforgettable internship experience. The ProWorld programs are highly rewarding, safe and personalized experiences.

Qualifications

All participants must have an adventurous spirit. Development projects are determined by the specific interests of participants and the needs of the local community. Depending on the internship type and country, volunteers may need intermediate Spanish skills.

Intern Types

Languages

• English
• Spanish
• Portuguese

Cost in US$:

Please inquire for details.

Program Fees Include:

Program fees support our host communities in the forms of project materials purchases, local salaries, host family payments and local purchases. Program fees include: full room and board, domestic transportation, Spanish classes (Peru and Mexico), and funding of development projects and internships. Based on your location the program fee also includes weekly trips to Incan or Mayan ruins, cultural activities and snorkeling the barrier reef.

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 2-8

Typically The Application Process Time is

48 hours

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

ProWorld 's Mission Statement

To empower communities, promote social and economic development, conserve the environment, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. We invite you to join the ProWorld mission and make a difference in our host communities through our sustainable development model.

Year Founded

1998