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Description

Form a group of 10 or more and we will create a customized program just for you. Build an elementary school, install a drinking water system, or complete another essential project while working side by side with local community members.

Join us at one of our amazing locations for an unforgettable and valuable experience. In addition to meaningful development work, community celebrations, and daily adventures, your group of ProWorld volunteers will hike the Inca Trail to Machu Picchu, snorkel in the Caribbean, or trek an ancient community trail. This truly is the Spring Break of lifetime!

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! Work side by side with local community members, explore local ruins, and immerse yourselves in a new culture.

These and other weekly adventures combine with cultural excursion and productive volunteer work to form a comprehensive and unique experience.

You do not need to speak any Spanish to join the ProWorld group programs, but you must have an adventurous spirit. Let ProWorld create a customized program for your group of 8 or more.

Travel Types

• Archaeology
• BackPacking Abroad
• Camping
• Eco Tours
• Ecology
• Environmental Studies
• Hiking
• Homestay
• Photography
• Student Tours
• Tours
• Trekking
• Vacation Packages

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

• Development
• Education
• Environmental Studies
• International Relations
• Social Work

Languages

• Spanish
• English
• Portuguese

Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

• English
• Spanish

Cost in US$:

please inquire for details

Cost Include Description:

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, and funding of development projects and internships. The program fee also includes multiple trips to Incan ruins, cultural activities, and one major adventure.

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+

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

in Groups of 8+

Scholarships are Available

Scholarships, fundraising support and bring-a-friend discounts are available.

Application Process Involves

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

7-14 days

Post Services Include

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

ProWorld Service Corps's Mission Statement

The mission of ProWorld is to promote social and economic development, empower communities, and cultivate educated compassionate global citizens. ProWorld offers 2-26 week internship, volunteer, and study abroad programs in Peru, Mexico, Belize, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana. All programs are based on hands-on, community-driven development projects. We believe that within every project decision and every community interaction there exists the opportunity for ProWorld staff and volunteers to strengthen our mission and practice our core values: commitment, integrity, vision, sustainability, compassion, and success.

Year Founded

1998