LEAD - LEARN - INSPIRE
pass on the blue experience to others
Volunteers are inspired by their trip leaders to do more, and then they become trip leaders and inspire their volunteers to do more, and so the cycle continues. Interns lead by example on our service trips, by embodying a solid work ethic, cultural awareness, and compassion. This internship will be demanding, but it will be ever more rewarding. Each day you will be waking up before the sun, hiking through unbelievable landscapes, overseeing work schedules, independently making decisions, managing the safety of a team of volunteers, and spearheading group meetings. There will be times where you will laugh until you cry, fall in love with entire communities, and build bonds with new people you never expected could impact you so profoundly in such a short time. Will you answer the call?
spring Internship dates:
March 2-22, 2024
Please reach out to our trips team for more information on our spring internship. Our spring schedule is flexible and we are open to having leaders just lead one trip during their spring break.
Summer Internship dates:
May 25 - June 27, 2024 - Cycle A
June 17 - July 19, 2024 - Cycle B
July 8 - August 11, 2024 - Cycle C
what you give:
✔ 6-8 weeks
✔ Ensure volunteer experience, safety & health
✔ 100% of your energy
✔ Mentorship to volunteers
✔ Service to beneficiaries
what you get:
✔ Leadership training
✔ College internship credit
✔ Learn about our operations
✔ New skills
✔ Infinite gratitude and hugs
RESPONSIBILITES
As a summer intern you will be working in the Dominican Republic alongside our Dominican and US staff in the execution of our projects. You will work directly under our BLUE Fellows and Staff. Prior to arriving in the field, you will participate in mandatory Leader Workshops, are required to become First-Aid/CPR certified, and will go through a background check process.
Lead 3-4 Service Trips
Liaison between the volunteers and the community
Schedule daily work groups
Lead morning meditations and evening reunions
Communicate with cooks to plan meals
Participate in town meetings and water committee reunions
Visit communities prior to group arrivals
Document every trip and special activities through photography and videos
Communicate daily updates via the BLUE Missions App
Take inventory of all materials - pre and post trip
Collect trip testimonials from participants
QUALIFICATIONS
You're inspired to change the world
You speak Spanish fluently
You have participated on a BLUE Trip previously
You want to create meaningful change and facilitate an unforgettable experience for students and adults
You have the ability to problem solve independently and have a strong self-initiative
You have strong interpersonal and organizational skills
You do not have to take summer classes during your internship cycle
requirements
Internship fee of $650 covering:
Airfare (roundtrip from Miami to Dominican Republic)
In-country transportation
Lodging and most meals
Travel insurance
Must be in college or a post-grad to apply (high school seniors will not be considered)
Must have a valid passport to travel to the Dominican Republic
Must participate in workshop trainings & calls prior to the summer of 2024
If you are a South Florida resident you must attend our trip preparation meetings and fundraising events in the Spring
College credit could be received for this internship. Make sure to talk to your advisor and see if it is feasible. We will be happy to fill out any paperwork you may need to get the college credit
Application Process
First step, fill out our application. The application is a bit lengthy but please take your time and be as detailed as possible with your responses to the questions so that we can better understand who you are.
Before applying, make sure you have an updated resume, picture of your passport, and at least two individuals who are willing to be your references (boss, coworker, teacher, mentor, etc.).
During the selection process, our team will schedule an in person or virtual interview with you in late 2023 or early 2024. There may be more than one round of interviews. After the interviews, our team will take a few weeks to review and select our 2024 class of interns. You will be notified via email if you have been accepted or not accepted for the position.
If selected, you will be required to attend several training calls, online-meetings, and an in-person training in Miami, FL before the start of the internship. You will also need to get first-aid and CPR certified with the American Red Cross before May 1, 2024.
BLUE SUMMER FELLOWSHIP
FELLOWSHIP IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC
LEAD OUR TEAM OF LEADERS AND VOLUNTEERS IN THE FIELD
The BLUE Missions Summer Fellowship Program is open to BLUE internship alumni who are passionate about our mission, leading youth participants, and serving abroad for an extended period of time. Everyone who has participated on a BLUE Missions Trip knows that the heart and soul of our organization and service trips are our trip leaders. The class of 2023 BLUE Summer Fellows are the individuals who will be leading the next generation of global citizens on service trips in the Dominican Republic.
Are you ready to continue the BLUE mission?
SUMMER Fellowship dates:
May 25 - August 11, 2024
what you give:
✔ 12 weeks
✔ Facilitate service trips
✔ 100% of your energy
✔ Mentorship to volunteers
✔ Service to beneficiaries
what you get:
✔ $2,500 stipend
✔ Leadership training
✔ College credit
✔ New skills
✔ Infinite gratitude and hugs
RESPONSIBILITES
As a BLUE Fellow you will be working in the Dominican Republic alongside our Dominican staff and summer interns in the execution of our projects. You will work directly with our staff and lead our summer interns and service trips. Prior to arriving in the field, you will participate in mandatory Leader Workshops, be required to get First Aid Wilderness Certified, and go through a background check process.
Lead 6-7 Service Trips for high school, university, custom, and All Ages trips
Liaison between the volunteers and the community
Schedule daily work groups
Lead morning meditations, evening reunions, and group dynamics
Participate in town meetings and water committee reunions
Visit communities prior to group arrivals
Work to monitor the health and safety of volunteers and interns
Respond to medical incidents as they occur
Take inventory of all materials - pre and post trip
QUALIFICATIONS
You have previous experience as a BLUE summer intern or leader/chaperone on a BLUE trip
You have experience leading and working with high school students
You are a fluent Spanish speaker
You're inspired to change the world
You want to live in the Dominican Republic for a few months
You have the ability to problem solve independently and have a strong self-initiative
You have strong interpersonal and organizational skills
You do not have to take summer classes during your fellowship
You have the ability to problem solve independently and have a strong self-initiative
You have strong interpersonal skills
You are a currently upperclassman in college, recent graduate, or young professional
requirements
What you will receive:
Stipend of $2,500 once fellowship is completed
Airfare (roundtrip from Miami to Dominican Republic)
In-country transportation
Lodging and most meals
Travel insurance
College credit could be received for this fellowship. Make sure to talk to your advisor and see if it is feasible. We will be happy to fill out any paperwork you may need to get college credit
Must participate in workshop trainings prior to the summer of 2024
If you are a South Florida resident you must attend our trip preparation meetings and fundraising events in the Spring
Application Process
First step, fill out our application. The application is a bit lengthy but please take your time and be as detailed as possible with your responses to the questions so that we can better understand who you are.
Before applying, make sure you have an updated resume, picture of your passport, and at least two individuals who are willing to be your references (boss, coworker, teacher, mentor, etc.).
During the selection process, our team will schedule an in person or virtual interview with you in late 2023 or early 2024. There may be more than one round of interviews. After the interviews, our team will take a few weeks to review and select our 2024 class of summer fellows. You will be notified via email if you have been accepted or not accepted for the position.
If selected, you will be required to attend several training calls, online-meetings, and an in-person training in Miami, FL before the start of the internship. You will also need to get Wilderness First-Aid certified before the start of your fellowship (in-person or online).