Internship Law: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how the Internship Law provides legal protections and mandatory insurance for students in higher education in Brazil.
This law establishes the legal framework for internships, ensuring that students gain practical experience under regulated conditions.
Who it's for
This scheme is designed specifically for students currently enrolled in higher education programs.
What you get
The law provides a structured legal framework for your internship. Most importantly, it ensures you are covered by mandatory insurance while you are performing your internship duties.
What it costs you
There is no cost to you to participate in an internship under this legal framework.
The catch to know
For an internship to be legally valid, a formal agreement known as a "Contrato de estágio" must be signed by three specific parties: the student, the company, and the university. Without this tripartite agreement, the internship may not be legally recognized under the law.
How to apply
- Find an internship opportunity through a company or educational institution.
- Ensure your university approves the internship as part of your academic requirements.
- Complete the formal internship agreement involving you, the school, and the employer.
- Review the details on the official government portal: https://www.gov.br/trabalho-e-emprego/pt-br