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 / Skills Needed:
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:
Anthropology,
Archaeology,
Business Admin, Management,
Environmental Management,
Health Sciences,
Law,
Liberal Arts,
Social Work
and Sociology
Language:
English
Cost in US$: Please inquire for details.
Cost Includes: 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
Typical Volunteer Projects:
appropriate technology,
biological research,
childcare/children,
English teaching,
environment,
health care,
health education,
nursing,
primary education
and teaching
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 Arrangement:
Home-stays
Participants Travel to Belize
Independently
Typically Participants Work
Independently
Or
in Groups of 2-4
Application Process Involves:
- Phone 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