Description

This is an exciting opportunity to intern in the research department of a very successful development-based consultancy. We leverage our expertise in communications, fundraising, capacity building, facilitation and research to organisations in the development sector of Cape Town. The research department requires the help of a dedicated intern who is interested in practically-applied social science research focused on a variety of humanitarian sectors. An internship in this department would give a candidate a wide scope of knowledge, insight, and expertise.

Highlights

Why does this matter?
We understand the need for NGOs to receive professional facilitation and guidance at a reasonable cost. Their mission is to harness the skills of interns as well as organisations and equip them with the skills needed to further pursue development goals. Another service they provide is social science research. Their research addresses many things that have to do with social services including but not limited to government initiatives and civil society organisations from monitoring and evaluation, to opinion surveys and impact assessments. Their research has been used by the government, multinational corporations, NGOs and the international community in their consideration of social issues in South Africa.

Note: Start/End dates are flexible and placements are on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Qualifications

* Fundraising interest/knowledge
* Dedicated
* Flexible
* Organized
* Professional
* Dedicated
* Independent
* Self starter
* Entrepreneurial
* Enthusiastic
* Resourceful
* Driven by deadlines
* Research Expertise
* Detail-oriented

Possible Roles & Responsibilities:
* Proposal writing
* Field work
* General project assistance
* Report writing
* Network building
* Social science research

Intern Types

• Development
• Humanities
• International Relations

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

1,200

Program Fees Include:

The internships are unpaid and do require a 1,200 USD fee (USD750 if already in South Africa)

A USD250 deposit is required before your internship placement and is fully refundable should you not wish to participate i our programme.

The Program Fee includes:
* Airport pick-up to/from Cape Town
* Internship placement
* Orientation
* Career guidance
* Cultural activities
* In-country staff available 24/7

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

If I Could...Internship Programme's Mission Statement

If I Could aims to address the skills shortage challenges in South Africa. It is our mission to facilitate the placement of local and international graduates in the development sector.

Year Founded

2003