How the volunteer / Internship journey at Humanite works:
HUMANITE India offers transformative volunteer and internship opportunities by linking passionate individuals with impactful, community-led projects in the Global South. Their mission is to create lasting local change, develop skills, and promote sustainable growth beyond borders.
You choose your role, location, and travel dates, then pay a program fee.
In return, you get hands-on support from the team throughout your journey, a fully managed and hassle-free experience, and the chance to work on a meaningful project that makes a real impact.
The volunteer and internship programs offer the freedom to choose your area of involvement, combining enthusiasm with structured guidance and meaningful work. Each project addresses specific local challenges and runs year-round to ensure sustained impact and ongoing support.
With over six years of experience, HUMANITE India fosters lasting change through committed efforts. Every volunteer and intern contributes valuable time and energy toward building a better, brighter future.
Where do I start?
STEP 1: Research
- Explore our wide range of projects and choose the area that interests you.
- Reach out to our team—our experts will help you select the best project, destination, and dates for your volunteer or internship experience.
STEP 2: Apply
- After deciding, complete the application form and pay a $495 deposit, which is deducted from the total fee. It’s best to apply at least 3 months before your start date, but short-notice requests can often be accommodated—just give the team a call.
- Application assistance is available, with more info on the how-to-apply page.
STEP 3: Confirmation
- Our application will be reviewed within 2 working days to ensure all required information is complete. After review, you’ll receive a confirmation email.
- Then, a Destination Expert will contact you with a welcome email and serve as your point of contact to assist you before you arrive in India.
STEP 4: Pre-departure
- Your Destination Expert will offer pre-departure guidance and set up your personalized MyTravelAbroad Page—an online portal with key information such as kit lists, accommodation details, resources, and lesson plans to help you prepare.
- If a visa is required, you’ll also receive application guidance, including a letter from the host organization.
STEP 5: Payment
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To apply, you only need to pay a $495 deposit, which goes toward your total fee. The full balance is due 3 months before your start date and can be paid securely online, by bank transfer, or over the phone.
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HUMANITE offers flexible payment options—you can pay in installments, at your own pace, as long as the full amount is paid before you travel. Learn more on the Flexible Payment Options page.
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You can fund part or all of your trip through fundraising, and HUMANITE makes it easy.
STEP 6: Lift off!
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We will give you a final call before you fly, but then all that’s left is for you to board your flight and start an adventure of a lifetime.
STEP 7: Arrival and Induction
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Our staff will meet you at the airport when you arrive, holding a HUMANITE sign. They will take you to your accommodation and let you settle in.
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They will then give you a thorough induction and safety briefing, so that you get to know the local town and have everything you need. Then on your second day, they will introduce you to your colleagues at your placement.
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