Remote internships

Preparing you for the present and future of business

Experience the power of good business by becoming part of a pioneering impactful organization that is driving sustainability through their work.

Join Kagumu’s internships program and develop essential skills and knowledge to be able to work with purpose; solving pressing issues identified by your chosen social or environmental impact organization.

Whether working in education, environmental science, health, fashion, food or a range of other industries, you will join an organization that is delivering commercial success while working to help achieve the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Choose a start date, internship length and your ideal placement below or schedule a call with one of our experts to find an internship that meets your needs.

How to join

01. Apply

  • Browse our selection of organizations
  • Complete this form
  • Interview with the organization(s)

02. Acceptance

  • Upon acceptance, pay 30% deposit
  • Receive additional company information and your role
  • Choose own schedule

03. Get started

  • Pay remainder of the fee
  • Start masterclass course
  • Enjoy the internship and perks

Internship includes

  • Flexible 4-10-week virtual internship placement (15-to-30 hours per week)
  • Expert-led training sessions
  • A community of fellow interns
  • Masterclass in the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.
  • Ongoing support
  • Weekly check ins with Kagumu staff
  • Resumé and Linkedin writing assistance
  • Personalized internship placement process if required
  • Cultural activities and experiences

Sign up today!

Register today by filling in this online form, or simply get in touch with us and we can begin your process of application together.

Dates and fees

Fall 2021 (start month October)

4 weeks – $599​
6 weeks – $699
8 weeks – $899
​Flexible dates and durations available upon request

Winter 2021 (start month December)

4 weeks – $599​
6 weeks – $699
8 weeks – $899
​Flexible dates and durations available upon request

Summer 2022 (start month June)

4 weeks – $599​
6 weeks – $699
8 weeks – $899
​Flexible dates and durations available upon request

Looking for funding?

Get in contact with one of our experts and we will help you access grants and funding available to you through your university or from an outside source.

Fields of interest

Available opportunities

Creating sustainable societies through food

Type: Foundation working in gastronomy
Language: Spanish or English
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: Educating communities in Medellin about nutrition and helping to achieve a healthier and more resilient society.
SDGs Targeted:

Inclusive logistics in Medellín

Type: Business working in logistics
Language: English or Spanish
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: Promote dignified work opportunities to people with various disabilities, increasing their income and facilitate them to have more options in their lives.
SDGs Targeted:

Professional development through WhatsApp

Type: Business working in innovation and tech
Language: English or Spanish
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: We are dedicated to training employees of large companies through educational capsules that a personal educational coach sends to their WhatsApp.
SDGs Targeted:

Organic coffee growing with a social impact

Type: Social business
Language: Spanish or English
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: This socially and environmentally responsible business is dedicated to expanding coffee culture, supporting coffee growers and celebrating the country’s traditions through modern experiences.​
SDGs Targeted:

Social impact through sharing languages

Type: NGO working in education
Language: English or Spanish
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: Create a global network for culture sharing and social impact through languages. We pioneer ways in which people connect together in an intercultural environment, promoting inclusion and empowerment.
SDGs Targeted:

Helping lives through innovative gastronomy

Type: Social business working in gastronomy
Language: English or Spanish
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: We believe that with each bite we can change the world. Our marketplace offers pre-made ingredients ready to serve at home, allowing users to save time when cooking. Seven per cent of our sales go to buy food for families in need.
SDGs Targeted:

Digital waste management organization

Type: Business working in digital waste management
Language: Spanish or English
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: We use the digital carbon footprint of the generation, transport, management and transformations of resources to spot where we can create value by repurposing the ‘waste’ into resources.​
SDGs Targeted:

Harnessing emotions for social good

Type: Social business
​Language: English or Spanish
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: We design training experiences to teach people how to deal with emotions such as fear, anger and sadness using affection, the greatest transforming power in the universe.
SDGs Targeted:

Scaling positive impact around the world

Type: Boutique social impact consultancy
Language: English or Spanish
Type: Remote (possible in person)
Mission: To effect positive change by applying systemic, innovative thinking to global challenges. We work to reduce poverty, improve livelihoods, stimulate inclusive economic growth, mitigate against climate change and protect the environment.
SDGs Targeted:

Why choose our virtual internships

Make a real impact

Work with small and medium-sized companies to see the impact you will make.

Gain an international experience

Gain valuable experience working in a foreign country, possibly a different language.

Develop essential soft skills

Improve your problem-solving, cross-cultural competence and leadership skills.

Work to do good

Flexibility on time and length

Flexibility on time and length

Work in line with our suggested dates or choose the best time for you.

Immerse yourself into a new culture

Enjoy our rich cultural offering, from coffee preparation workshops to salsa nights!

Schedule a free consultancy call with us

Do you want to join one of our virtual programs or would you like to enhance your students’ learning with cultural exchanges?. Get in touch with Kagumu Adventures today to organize a free consultancy call with one of our experts.

Prepare to succeed

​Led by industry-experts, you will enjoy live streamed orientation sessions, developing essential skills, such as problem-solving, teamwork and communication, to be able to impact your organization to the fullest extent possible. Our unique on-boarding workshops will equip you with the skills you need to hit the ground running in your chosen organization and set in stone expectations for both sides. You will also learn about the Colombian working culture, ensuring you are fully prepared for your first day.