Fiberglass Boatbuilding
Program Overview
We are a young boatbuilding/engineering small business in Paraty, RJ, Brazil. To know more about Paraty check this website: https://paraty.com.br/
We need a reliable and enthusiastic finisher and/or laminator (hard to find in Brazil) to help finish 3 boats.
One boat is almost finished, 2 have been started (1/3 done. See pictures on facebook and instagram)
Probably for a period of 3 or more months.
You will work on a contract / casual basis for these 3 boats, afterwards, permanent position can be considered.
For the duration of the contract period you will receive free accomodation (bedroom in family home) a partner and food can be negociated.
You will get paid per task finished in Brazilian Reais, according to Brazilian legislation and rates for the position
No need to speak Portuguese, we speak English, a little Dutch and a little Spanish
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- Industrial & Manufacturing
Updated Mar 30, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- Trade/technical/vocational training
- High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (for example: GED)
- Some high school, no diploma
- Grade school to 8th grade
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
- High School 5th Year or More
- No schooling completed
- Some college credit, no degree
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Phone/Video Interview
- Written Application
Age Requirement
18+
Starts At
Salary & Compensation
Payment per task done. Payment in Brazilian Reais according to Brazilian Legislation and rates for the position
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When are participants expected to start?
Can start immediately
Is it possible to bring my partner with me?
Negotiable
Is it mandatory to speak Portuguese for this role?
No, the owner speaks English, understands Dutch and Spanish
What expenses are not covered by the program?
Your flight tickets to Brazil and transfer from airport (Rio de Janeiro (BRL 320) or São Paulo (BRL 430) one way)
We will pick you up from the bus station in Paraty when you arrive
How much do participants earn in this position?
Payment will happen per job/task done. Some take 1 day, others, a week or more.
All shortlisted candidates will have all questions clarified in interview with owner
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