Environmental Project Internships Abroad

  Belize

• Other Cities in Belize: 
San Ignacio,  Rural Areas

  Brazil

• Other Cities in Brazil: 
Rural Areas
• Salvador: 
Salvador

  Ghana

• Other Cities in Ghana: 
Cape Coast,  Rural Areas

  India

• Other Cities in India: 
Mysore

  Mexico

• Oaxaca: 
Oaxaca

  Peru

• Cusco: 
Cusco
• All Other Areas in Peru: 
Sacred Valley of the Incas,  Urubamba

  Thailand

• Chiang Mai: 
Chiang Mai

Term: Throughout the year 
Dates: Starts every month of the year

Description: Help initiate in conserving our biodiversity by joining NGOs in grass-roots efforts to preserve the environment working on projects such as helping protect native forests in the Sacred Valley, Peru, perform rapid environmental assessments in a national park in Belize, explore wildlife preserves around Mysore, India, get their hands dirty in Northern Thai reforestation, work on eco-tourism and environmental education in Ghana, and participate in beach clean-ups and protection in Bahia, Brazil. ProWorld's environmental projects come from the communities to protect their valuable natural resources. Below are some of your options for environmental projects.

Earn valuable hands on experience while working side by side with the local communities facing challenging agricultural issues and providing critical information to help them understand the need to reduce slashing & burning methods that have left Peru, Belize, Mexico, India Thailand, Ghana, or Brazil barren in places where forests once stood. Immerse yourself in a small community, performing meaningful development work, and exploring the cultural and natural beauty of Peru, Belize, Mexico, India Thailand, Ghana, or Brazil. The dual focus of development work and adventures enables tremendous growth experiences for all program participants.

Programs are highly supported by an international staff team and welcoming community partners. ProWorld, founded in 1998, is a true leader in the field of sustainable international development.

Further, ProWorld's on-site Project Coordinators work year round with our host communities assessing needs, thinking creatively, and setting long-term goals for sustainable development and volunteer participation. Programs start every month of the year. Enroll now!

Highlights: Real projects...real experience! Work side by side with local health care providers and community members during your Environmental Conservation Internship.

ProWorld teams in Peru, Belize, Mexico, India, Thailand, Brazil and Ghana assess and execute projects year round to ensure sustainable and valuable development projects for our host communities and for you. These projects are the foundation of every ProWorld program.

By joining ProWorld, you become agents of positive change in the lives of others and your own life!

Qualifications: Participants must have an adventurous spirit, a true desire to explore, and a willingness to help others.

Cost in US$: please inquire for details

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Phone Interview
• Written Application

Post-Program 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