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Climate Change Resilience Internship in South Africa

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Contribute to programming that addresses complex connections between environmental and socioeconomic challenges while developing the desirable skills for a career in research Step into a research role that looks at the unique intersection of climate change, poverty, and inequality within local, affected communities in South Africa. As an intern, you will play an active role throughout the entire ...

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Program Highlights

Gain insight into various environmental and socioeconomic challenges such as climate change, poverty, and social inequality

Contribute to research projects that aim to produce positive outcomes for local communities

Develop professional skills in research, data analysis, and reporting while building professional relationships

Build transferable skills such as public speaking, problem-solving, and communication

Decide between an in-country or remote internship to best match your interests

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Online
  • Bloemfontein, South Africa
Starts At: $765 for 8 weeks
Availability
Year(s) Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029Intern Duration:
  • Summer
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • 3-6 Months
  • 1 Year
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Social Work
Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Last Updated: Aug 07, 2026

Awards

Innovative New Program, Intern Abroad Winner 2022Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad Finalist 2022

Program Details

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Locations

  • Online
  • Bloemfontein, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Environmental Management
  • Environmental Studies
  • Social Work

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029

Intern Duration:
  • Summer
  • Short Term
  • Spring

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

  • 8 weeks: $765

Program Cost Includes

  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Academic Advising
  • Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
  • Letter of Recommendation

Program Cost Excludes

  • Some Program Activity Costs
  • Travel Insurance
  • Wifi Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)

Refund Policy

Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Letters of Reference
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Online Application

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Contribute to programming that addresses complex connections between environmental and socioeconomic challenges while developing the desirable skills for a career in research Step into a research role that looks at the unique intersection of climate change, poverty, and inequality within local, affected communities in South Africa. As an intern, you will play an active role throughout the entire research process, from supporting programs and analyzing data to preparing reports and developing environment awareness initiatives. This SDG internship stream offers the exposure to enhance research skills while learning about various issues. With guidance from a Climate & SDG lead, interns will have continuous support throughout the internship duration. Depending on preferences, this internshi...

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