estagiária

The term estagiária is the feminine form of the Portuguese word estagiário, meaning an intern. In Brazil, an internship (estágio) is a regulated educational activity that complements the theoretical knowledge acquired in an academic institution with practical experience in a professional environment. An estagiária is a female student who is undertaking such an internship.

Internships are typically offered to students pursuing higher education, technical courses, or secondary education. The purpose of an internship is to provide students with hands-on experience, develop professional skills, and facilitate their transition into the job market. Estagiárias, like their male counterparts, are supervised by a professional from the company and have an academic supervisor from their educational institution.

The internship agreement (termo de compromisso de estágio) outlines the duration, workload, responsibilities, and remuneration (if any) of the estagiária. Legally, internships in Brazil are not considered employment relationships, and therefore, interns are not entitled to certain labor benefits like vacation pay or a 13th salary, although they may receive a stipend and transportation allowance. The specific regulations governing internships are detailed in Law No. 11,788/2008, often referred to as the Internship Law. This law aims to protect the rights of interns while ensuring the educational nature of the experience.