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Internship Abroad

An Internship Abroad is an invaluable way for participants to give back to communities in need. We have Internship Abroad opportunities at each and everyone of our program sites. Internship Abroad differs from Volunteer Abroad, as it requires you to learn or have a specialized skill set. For example, while a volunteer may provide childcare in an orphanage, an intern will assist in the orphanage’s program development or donor relations.

Usually an intern seeks to gain experience related to his or her education or career path. An Internship Abroad is an exceptional investment in your future. Many interns gain course credit by interning as part of an independent study or practicum course. We are happy for you to use your internship for course credit. At your request, we will also provide a reference letter upon completion of your Internship Abroad placement.

As an intern we require a commitment of at least two months, and you may intern for up to four months. We will make sure you have time to get to know the country of your placement; we think this is incredibly valuable. It is important not just to intern, but also to get to know the country you are interning in. By learning more about the country, as well as it's people, you will benefit from a well-rounded learning experience.

Steps to Interning Abroad

  • Choose A Country The Humanity Exchange offers our Inernship Abroad program in the Ivory Coast, Liberia, Sierra Leone, Peru, and Colombia.

  • Choose a Focus There are many ways to intern. Your placement will have a Medical, Human Services & Childcare, Physical Labour, Education, or Community Development focus. If you would like to have a different focus, we will be happy to coordinate a Internship Program with a Tailored focus.

  • View Current Opportunities Our partners needs are constantly changing. The list of Current Opportunities reflects most, but not all, of the positions for which we need interns. When applying to The Humanity Exchange, you do not apply to a specific position. However, we will ask you to indicate if you are interested in any particular current opportunities.

  • Consider Learning a Langauage You have the option to learn French while you volunteer in the Ivory Coast, or learn Spanish while you volunteer in Peru or Colombia.

  • Choose a Departure Date and Duration You can intern at anytime of year. The minimum time required to intern is two months, and the maximum is four months. However, we can consider longer internship placements on a case-by-case basisWe are flexible, and it is entirely up to you when to intern.

  • Receive Your Intern Placement After completing the application process and filling out the online application form, we will provide you with the details of your individualized intern placement. You can learn more about the types of intern work you will be doing. The Humanity Exchange partners with clinics, community centres, orphanages, child and youth centres, schools, and various organizations serving the community and its people.

  • Prepare Once you have your intern placement you are ready to prepare. You will receive a Pre-Departure Manual that will guide you through every step of the process, from booking flights to figuring out currency. In addition to logistical matters, your Pre-Departure Manual contains valuable country specific information. We will also provide you with a Cultural Preparation Package and Fundraising Guide. The staff at The Humanity Exchange is here to guide you as you prepare to go abroad. While we provide the above mentioned resources, we are also available 24/7 to guide you through the preparation process.

  • Intern When your intern placement rolls around you will be excited for the adventure to begin. Your Exchange Manager, who will be available 24/7, will be there to pick you up at the airport. Once you arrive, you will get to know your host family, be introduced to your host organization, and get started on your amazing volunteer abroad experience.