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.

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. ProWorld programs are highly rewarding, safe, and personalized experiences.

Qualifications

All participants must have an adventurous spirit. Development projects are determined by the interests of participants and the needs of the local community.

Intern Types

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

Please inquire for details.

Program Fees Include:

Program fees support our host community economies in the forms of project materials purchases, local salaries, host family payments, and local purchases.

Program fees include: full room and board, domestic transportation, 24 hour safety and medical services, and funding of development projects and internships. The program fee also includes world class cultural and adventure activities.

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

ProWorld volunteers are adventurous, enthusiastic, caring, sensible, humble, and curious individuals. Volunteers are expected to learn and grow while improving themselves and the communities in which ProWorld works.

Age Range

18+

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Home-stays

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 2-4

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Written Application

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