Environmental internship abroad
An International Environmental Internship in India for interns who would like to work on initiatives such as conservation, protection, education, and farming. Gain work experience while living in India like a local, immersing yourself in cultural activities in the evenings and exploring the country on weekend trips.
Location: Bangalore, India
Duration: 6-12 weeks
This Internship is For: International Undergraduates, Recent Graduates, Sabbatical, GAP Year, Social Work & Those Looking to Learn and Make a Difference in Environmental Issues that Affect Our World
“I came to India to volunteer my skills in sustainability and water resource management. I gained a brand new perspective on the way sustainability is led by the grassroots level and how much we can learn from the most under-resourced communities.”
Internship Abroad in India in Environmental Issues Day to Day Tasks
A 6 to 12 Week Environmental Internship to learn about what environmental projects are impactful in urban cities as well as provide their own ideas on improvement. The internship involves working on organic gardening, urban farmers, eco-conscious brands, enviro-friendly tourism, and outreach programs. Previous interns have worked on everything from marketing and outreach projects to getting their hands “dirty” through organic farming and gardening.
Through this internship you will get involved in
Create easily replicable models of sustainable living in order to inspire more people to adapt an eco-friendly lifestyle.
Promote and implement sustainable practices in activities.
Assist at eco-friendly events
Educate consumers about the nutritional and environmental benefits of organic foods
Promote “forgotten future foods” and inform people about their numerous benefits
Spread new forms of responsible tourism (eco-resorts and hotels) that aim to conserve nature and to support local communities
Educate farmers and motivate them to practice organic farming
Ensure better prices for the farmers produce and also to sell the products to consumers keeping a very reasonable margin (fair trade policy)
A Day in the Life of an International Environmental Intern in India
7:30 AM: Breakfast and Get Ready
8:30 AM: Catch a tuk-tuk, walk or metro to your internship
9:00 AM-12:30 PM: Arrive at your Internship and head over to a local farm to help teach organic farming methods
12:30 PM-1:15 PM: Go out for a South Indian lunch with other interns or coworkers
1:15 PM-3:30 PM: Create marketing campaigns for local eco-tourist destinations
3:30 PM: Catch a tuktuk to a local cafe to meet up with local friends or other international interns for coffee
5:30 PM: Watch a classical South Indian dance performance at the theater
7:30 PM: Dinner at a rooftop cafe in the city with other interns and local friends
10 PM: Sleep and rest for the next day at your internship
Program Fees: $595 USD + 18% Tax
What’s Included:
Pre-Departure Support: health, culture, safety training and packing, flight and airport pickup guidance
Visa Invitation Letter to India (if needed)
Airport Pickup and Drop Off in India
Welcome Lunch with Community Manager and Other Interns
A Walking tour of immediate neighborhood and downtown Bangalore city
In-Country Orientation
Introductions to Internship, Project, and co-workers
24/7 support for health and safety
Guidance on Cultural Activities and Weekend Trips
Reference letter and resume review post internship completion
What’s Not Included:
Flights
Visa
Travel Insurance
Housing
Food
Transportation
All other expenses for shopping, activities or weekend trips
Housing, Food, Transport & Location
Housing
Our international volunteers and interns come from a variety of different backgrounds. Accordingly, we have identified a handful of great housing options during your time abroad. From coliving apartments where you share common spaces with young professionals to homestays and serviced apartments, we can help you choose a housing option that's close to your placement and according to your lifestyle.
Food
Your first welcome meal is on us! After that, depending on your housing arrangement, you may cook meals, eat out or have an in-house cook who prepares breakfast and dinner. Most volunteers/interns like to eat out with their co-workers during lunch as well as on the weekends when they are often traveling.
Transportation
Depending on where your placement is in relation to your housing, you may choose to walk, take an auto rickshaw, Uber or Ola app, or a bus to work everyday. We generally recommend interns stay no more than 30 minutes away from workplace in order to reduce commute times. Our team will help orient you to the transportation system in your first few days so that you feel comfortable to try it on your own.
Location
Our programs take place in southern India in a small tech city called Bangalore (Bengaluru). We love living and working here due to the ease of English, incredibly progressive attitude, tons of non-profits, amazing variety of restaurants and cultural activities and close proximity to weekend trips like Kerala, Goa, Hampi and Coorg.
After Work Cultural Activities for International Interns
Immerse yourself in the bustling city life and cultural heritage of india with the modern luxuries of a thriving metropolitan city.
Cooking classes to learn to make a variety of vegan Indian dishes
Language classes to learn the Bangalore Kannada vernacular dialect
Dance classes to learn classical Indian dances such as Odissi, Kathak and more
Yoga classes to learn an effective way to reduce stress and anxiety and improve health and fitness
Facts About Environmental Issues in India
According to the WHO, India is home to 14 of the world’s most polluted cities. All are in the north, stretching from Jodhpur in Rajasthan eastwards to Gaya in Bihar.
Groups have warned of a looming water crisis in India, whether it be falling groundwater levels or contaminated riverways and water bodies, or Himalayan springs drying up.
India produces far less waste than developed countries, yet struggles with how to deal with it, with cities often seemingly drowning in waste.
Weekend Trips
We organize weekend trips for international interns around Southern India. You can go houseboating in Kerala, rickshaw through the ruins of Hampi, bask on the golden beaches of Goa, trek through the jungles of Coorg, cafe hop through the French Quarter of Pondicherry, or marvel at the palaces of Mysore.
Kerala
Pondicherry
Goa
Hampi
Coorg
Mysore