Multiple Internship & Volunteer Opportunities

Our mission is to support development and environmental conservation and in Brazil by connecting volunteers and interns with local communities. We also offer affordable housing at our volunteer house as well as Portuguese and Capoeira classes. We have several positions available for interns to support our local community projects. Interns who are more experienced; speak some Portuguese and who can commit at least 3 months to the NGO can also coordinate one of our local community projects; and actually gain experience managing and leading on of these projects. In addition; we have many positions available working in the ETIV office while also learning about NGO administration and international development. NGO office requirements for all our positions: volunteers must work at least 20 hours per week and interns must work 30 hours per week; basic Portuguese necessary and minimum 1 month time commitment to intern.

Most interns can receive university credit while interning with our NGO and some are even able to receive a University stipend or grant to help cover their expenses. We can offer ongoing support and supervision and can help organize taxi pickups; local accommodations and even Capoeira or Portuguese classes. All volunteers and interns will also receive our pre-departure Powerpoint; and introduction to the NGO; a tour of Itacare and life insurance during their internship at the NGO. These positions are perfect for someone seeking meaningful volunteer or internship experience in a stunning location with a thriving Afro-Brazilian culture. Itacare is unique place where the Rainforest meets the Atlantic Ocean and beautiful beaches; jungle; coconut trees; waterfalls and wildlife abound.