Internships & Volunteering

At Bodhi Tree Australia, we invite you to go beyond conventional volunteering or internships - and into rural immersion that nourishes both the heart and the mind. In partnership with Bodhi Tree School in Bodhgaya, India, our programs are grounded in presence, compassion and cultural exchange.

Whether you’re a student, a recent graduate or simply someone with a passion for service, this is your opportunity to learn by doing, connect through purpose and walk alongside a grassroots community creating lasting change.

What You’ll Be Part Of:

Rural Immersion Internships -Grassroots Projects & Creativity

🌱 Rural Immersion Internship – Purpose in Action

This is not just volunteering — it’s meaningful immersion with lasting impact.

Spend 2–12 transformative weeks living and learning at Bodhi Tree School in rural India. As an intern, you’ll take the lead on a purpose-driven project in your area of passion — from sustainability and special education to creative arts, media, health, or community development.

More than simply supporting, you’ll co-create change. This is your chance to collaborate with local leaders, contribute to something real, and grow personally and professionally in a setting unlike anywhere else.

🔸 Focus: Hands-on project development with clear, tangible outcomes
🔸 Structure: Guided mentorship with space for initiative, creativity, and reflection
🔸 Accommodation: Bodhi Guest House – private or shared rooms
🔸 Perfect for: University students, recent grads, or changemakers seeking immersive fieldwork
🔸 Why It’s Different: You’re not just helping — you’re creating. Interns leave a legacy.

Volunteering

🤝Volunteering - Presence with Purpose

For those called to serve with open hearts and helping hands, our volunteering pathway offers a gentle, flexible way to contribute.

Whether you’re assisting in the classroom, helping in the garden, supporting the kitchen team, or simply being present with the children — your presence makes a difference. This is about showing up with love, not ticking boxes.

🔸 Focus: Heart-led support wherever it’s most needed
🔸 Structure: Flexible and informal — shaped by the rhythm of school life
🔸 Accommodation: Bodhi Guest House – private or shared room
🔸 Ideal for: Soulful travellers, gentle helpers, and those wishing to be of service without pressure
🔸 What Makes It Unique: No project deadlines, no expectations — just the beauty of presence and shared humanity

What’s Included?

  • Shared or private accommodation at our Bodhi Guest House

  • 3 vegetarian meals a day

  • School transport

  • Airport/ train pick-up and drop-off

  • Mentorship and support throughout your stay

  • Cultural exchange and immersion

  • Certificate of completion

Who It’s For?

This opportunity is for:

  • University students seeking purpose-led internships

  • Creatives and change-makers looking to give back

  • Travelers wanting a deeper connection to India

  • Anyone called to serve with humility and heart

Stories of Impact

  • "Interning with Bodhi Tree Educational Foundation has been one of the most meaningful experiences of my life. The work they're doing to uplift marginalized communities and support specially abled children is truly commendable. I was given the freedom to take real ownership - right from ideating to launching new products that contribute to the NGO's mission. It's a place where your efforts truly matter and you grow both personally and professionally. I couldn't have asked for a more fulfiling experience."

    Udit Raj, IIM Intern 2025

  • “Spending time with Bodhi Tree Educational Foundation was more than an internship - it was a life changing experience. Immersed in rural realities, I gained confidence, resilience and a deeper sense of social responsibility. Leading workshops, managing projects and sharing knowledge gave me true fulfilment. Working with a compassionate team and learning from differently abled children, women artisans and students was inspiring.”

    MD Asab Alam, IIM Intern 2025

  • Stories of Impact

    "My internship at Bodhi Tree Educational Foundation was a transformative journey of learning and compassion. Immersed in an environment surrounded by students of diverse backgrounds. I witnessed true devotion to uplifting communitites. This experience deepened my understanding of sustainable impact and ignited a lifelong commitment to meaningful change. The warmth of the people, playful interactions with children and close connection to nature made my experience not just meaningful but truly joyful and comforting."

    Ashish Kumar Kashyap (IIM Intern 2025)

  • No- not at all. We welcome people from all backgrounds. What matters most is your heart, your presence and your willingness to learn and support.

  • Yes. Most interns and volunteers join solo - and leave feeling part of the family.

  • Yes. Bodhgaya is peaceful and we have hosted many solo female interns and volunteers. Accommodation is secure and support is always availabe.

  • No. Most of the school staff and many older students speak basic English. We’ll also support you with local language basics during your stay.

  • Yes. Many university students complete placements here. We provide certificates, documentation and letters of reference if needed.

  • Yes. For internships and volunteering, a Tourist Visa is sufficient. We’ll send a letter of support upon request.

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