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Nonprofit Internships Abroad

At Roots, we’re proud to offer a great variety of internships abroad. While our roots (pun intended) are in Africa, we have also developed a global offering of exciting opportunities. Whether you want to do field research in biodiversity conservation in the Amazon Rainforest, a business development internship with a social enterprise in Cambodia, or a customized academic research internship in Ecuador, we can find you the right match. Our international internships vary greatly in setting and cover a wide range of academic focus areas.

But what our internships all over the globe have in common is that they are all with social businesses or nonprofits; passionate teams that are doing meaningful work on a grassroots level. As an intern, you’ll add value to a cause you believe in.

Highlights of our grassroots internships abroad:

  • You’ll have a chance to gain valuable experience, network in your field, and build a relevant resume.
  • You’ll get to live and work in a foreign culture, which is an exciting way to travel and explore, and helps you build adaptability and resourcefulness.
  • You’ll contribute to a social impact or conservation cause, as all our global internships are with nonprofit organizations or social businesses.
  • You’ll be able to take on more responsibility than with the average internship, as you’ll be a part of a small team (with big goals).

Browse through the opportunities in Asia, Europe, and Latin America below to find your global internship, or find out more about what to expect from an internship abroad.

Intenr and locals singing and praying.

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Traditional Medicine Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Archidona, Ecuador
  • Natural Medicine, Ethnobotany, Midwifery
Immerse yourself in the diverse world of traditional medicine and discover how your efforts can create lasting impacts within indigenous communities
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Two interns load aid and food boxes into a van as part of a volunteer project during their NGO internship.

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NGO Management Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Lisbon, Portugal
  • Business Development, Strategy, Fundraising, Communications
Put your business skills to work by assisting nonprofits in their growth strategies to further their mission.
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A dog is being examined by interns during a veterinary internship in Europe, with medical equipment visible around the examination area.

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Veterinary Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Croatia, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain
  • Hands-On Clinical Work, Animal Care, Treatments & Consultations
Extend the reach of dedicated nonprofits through digital marketing campaigns and refined communications strategies.
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Close-up of code on a computer screen, representing work in IT or software development.

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IT & Web Management Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Italy OR Portugal
  • Website Management, Backend Development, Systems & Procedures
Apply your IT skills to web development projects with nonprofits that will help you build your portfolio as you expand their online presence.
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Communications Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Croatia, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain
  • Digital Media, Strategic Marketing, Communication Channels
Extend the reach of dedicated nonprofits through digital marketing campaigns and refined communications strategies.
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A group of interns jump in excitement on a beach at sunset, silhouetted against the sky, symbolizing teamwork and celebration.

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Customized Internship in Europe

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Croatia, Greece, Italy, Portugal, Spain
  • Social-Environmental Impact, Tailor-Made, Nonprofit Development
Design a tailor-made internship experience that aligns with your professional and personal goals while furthering the mission of a nonprofit in Europe.
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Sports Coaching Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Tacloban, Philippines
  • Sports Coaching, Youth Empowerment, Project Management
Build a versatile repertoire of sports coaching and youth development skills to uplift disadvantaged communities.
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students working in a wooden library with bookshelves and trophies

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Teaching & Youth Development Internship

  • Min. 12 weeks
  • Tacloban, Philippines
  • Mentoring, Academic Guidance, Safe Play
Develop well-rounded teaching and education experience as you uplift the indigent communities of Tacloban City.
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Fundraising and digital marketing internship

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Fundraising & Digital Marketing Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks (in-person) / 12 weeks (remote)
  • Tacloban, Philippines OR Remote
  • Digital Media, Campaign Management, Strategic Marketing
Help raise awareness and funds for an organization uplifting impoverished communities through education.
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Business development internship

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Business Development Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Tacloban, Philippines
  • Research, Data Analysis, M&E, Strategic Development
Build diverse business skills and experience supporting an impactful education and community uplift nonprofit.
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group of children sitting on the ground, listening to a woman speaking in front

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Education Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Teaching, Curriculum Development, Lesson Planning
Help to run educational programs and vocational training for impoverished communities of Siem Reap.
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Volunteers working on a construction project in a rural village setting

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Construction Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Siem Reap, Cambodia
  • Building, Product Design, Planning & Research
Build skills and experience in construction by building homes and sanitation systems for impoverished neighborhoods.
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a volunteer holding a printed hamburger in front of the room in Tacloban City

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Nutrition Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Tacloban, Philippines
  • Program Development, Nutrition Research, Seminar Leading
Empower communities by promoting healthy living and addressing nutritional disparities through hands-on engagement, research, and educational outreach.
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Teaching internship Peru

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NGO Management Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Puerto Inca, Peru
  • Monitoring & Evaluation, Impact Reporting, Project Interaction
Embark on a journey of diverse skill development in NGO management while contributing to the protection of the Amazon Rainforest.
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a group of children in Tacloban City

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Social Welfare Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Tacloban, Philippines
  • Counseling, Workshops, Mentorship, Empowerment
Support vulnerable populations, empower individuals, and foster community growth through hands-on involvement in social welfare initiatives in the Philippines.
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volunteers with a group of kids from Tacloban

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Communications and Fundraising Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Tacloban, Philippines OR Remote
  • Content Creation, Fundraising, Communications
Seize the chance to make a meaningful difference, gaining hands-on experience in communications, fundraising, and development initiatives.
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Four Asian children with glass of water

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Impact and Water Waste Research Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Berlin, Germany OR Remote
  • Research, Data Analysis, Reporting, Presentations
Build valuable research skills whilst contributing to an often overlooked cause in the climate crisis
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Communications & PR Internship

  • Min. 12 weeks
  • Berlin, Germany OR Remote
  • Writing, Strategy, Social Media, PR
Raise awareness for an often overlooked aspect of the climate crisis and build a varied skill set in communications and PR
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Graphic Design Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Berlin, Germany OR Remote
  • Graphic design for visuals, presentations, reports, socials
Build a busting graphic design portfolio addressing an often overlooked aspect of the climate crisis
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migrants posing for a photo in front of a shelter

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Shelter & Support For Migrants Internship in Spain

  • Min. 12 weeks
  • Barcelona, Spain