Description

If I Could... offers a specialist internship program for international young people to gain profound and life-enriching experiences by working in the development sector of South Africa.

We offer exclusive, niche internships with reputable non-profit organizations.

NGOs in South Africa require energetic interns, and so we are able to find meaningful placements for any skill set!

* Youth development
* Skills development
* Social work
* HIV/AIDS
* Refugee assistance
* Research
* Fundraising
* Public relations
* Website design
* Alternative education
* Environmental issues
* Advocacy
* Human rights

Highlights

We provide individualized in-country support as well as housing assistance, airport pick-up/drop-off, regular communication with the host organisations, an exit interview and activity planning.

Qualifications

Must be at least a rising Junior.

Intern Types

Languages

• Afrikaans
• English

Cost in US$:

1200

Program Fees Include:

* Airport pickup 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

American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European and Kiwi Participants.

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Phone/Video Interview
• Resume

Typically The Application Process Time is

3 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network

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