Terra Intern Abroad is dedicated to providing the safest international internships possible to ensure all of our interns can get the most out of their international work experience. All of our international internships are provided through our in-country partners and supported by our dedicated local staff members. Our partners and staff undergo a thorough training on Terra Intern Abroad emergency policies and procedures. We are committed to the safety of our interns.  Our entire international internship support system is designed around intern health and safety.

Communication

Transparent communication is part of the Terra Intern Abroad internship mission. This means we do our utmost to facilitate all necessary communication between interns, parents, program directors, international internship sites and coordinators, our in-country staff, and our headquarters in the US.  Interns are provided a local pre-paid cell phone upon arrival to their destination country*

Group Lodging

Terra Intern Abroad uses group lodging not only to facilitate interaction between interns, but also to house the Internship Supervisor who is dedicated exclusively to the needs of our interns 24/7. Group lodging is a wonderful way for interns to enjoy the camaraderie by sharing internship experiences while having some individual privacy.

Healthy Meals

In addiition to intern group lodging, we provide meals that are safe and healthy to eat, and reflects the local cuisine. Dietary restrictions or other food related health concerns can be  accomodated on a case by case basis.

Local Knowledge

Our staff members have expert knowledge of the site. In fact, even before any interns arrive, our staff has established relationships with the best medical professionals available in the area and the local host organizations where our interns work. As we select our partners in the community, safety is always on our mind. Our staff has also determined on-site security measures based on the cultural norms of the country.

Intern Support

Coordinating work for international interns who may not be fluent in the local language or familiar with local customs takes a lot of effort. Many organizations refuse to work with international interns because they simply don't have the resources to support them. This is where Terra Intern Abroad steps in to make international internship opportunities a reality.

The local organizations we work with trust that we’ll be there helping our international interns to be effective at their placements. Our staff ensures that our interns are supporting the community's goals, and creating a positive, productive environment for the organization and people they serve.

Travel Medical Insurance

All international interns are covered with supplemental travel medical insurance and emergency evacuation assistance that is included with their program.

*Cell Phones are provided where available (see program details)