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Make a direct contribution to positive change by supporting local organizations working to improve lives through community-based projects. Community development internships through Roots Interns take place in diverse regions such as Malawi, South Africa, Brazil, Ecuador, Zambia, and beyond, offering hands-on involvement in grassroots initiatives that focus on education, environmental awareness, yo...

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Program Highlights

Contribute to real-world impact by supporting local nonprofits on the ground

Build your resume with tailored experience in project coordination and development

Connect with diverse communities while learning from experienced social leaders

Strengthen your adaptability and global perspective in unique cultural settings

Take part in meaningful side activities such as ecological tours and language exchange

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Online
  • Brazil
  • Costa Rica
  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador
  • Borneo, Malaysia
  • Cape Town, South Africa
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Availability
Year(s) Offered2025, 2026, 2027, 2028Duration:
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Cost Per Week$100-300
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Development
  • Education
  • Hospitality
Causes:
  • Community Development
  • Conservation
  • Counseling
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Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
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Awards

Innovative New Program, Intern Abroad Winner 2022Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

8

Total Reviews

1

Valuable Experience

September 24, 2025by: MCProgram: Community Development Internship Abroad
8

The experience was extremely valuable to understand the healthcare system in Zambia. However, there was much less public health work than expected--only working with patients in the mornings with not enough focus on most severe cases and no public health education. Recommend if interested in healthcare and community building vs public health.

Program Details

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Locations

  • Online
  • Brazil
  • Costa Rica
  • Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Development
  • Education
  • Hospitality

Availability

Years Offered: 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028

Duration:
  • 3-6 Months
  • 9-12 Weeks
Intern Duration:
  • 3-6 Months

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica

This Program is also open to Solo

Cost per week

$100-300

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Pre-Departure Orientation

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Resume

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Make a direct contribution to positive change by supporting local organizations working to improve lives through community-based projects. Community development internships through Roots Interns take place in diverse regions such as Malawi, South Africa, Brazil, Ecuador, Zambia, and beyond, offering hands-on involvement in grassroots initiatives that focus on education, environmental awareness, youth empowerment, and social justice. Whether you’re leading activities with local youth, supporting refugee programs, or helping launch sustainable tourism efforts, your work will have a meaningful impact. These internships are ideal for students and recent graduates looking to build practical experience in areas such as program coordination, mentorship, communication, research, or nonprofit deve...

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