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Communications, Media & Graphic Internship in South Africa

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Raise awareness for a nonprofit that promotes social change through creative marketing initiatives and digital engagement. As a spokesperson for MT Foundation, help increase brand awareness through communication of their mission, programs, and social change efforts. Interns can take part in social media content creation, graphic design and storytelling, as well as campaign support and performance reporting. Involvement in this internship offers the ability to enhance creativity, independence, and communication while discovering how to be a marketer for a brand that supports rural communities in the culturally rich location of South Africa. Interns will receive continuous support and training from a Communications & Media Supervisor while collaborating with a diverse team. Offered both on-site and remotely, interns can gain hands-on marketing experience through capturing content on the ground or by transforming provided media into engaging content virtually. As a result of their contributions, interns will have tangible evidence of their marketing skills.

Program Highlights

Build tangible proof of contributions to marketing initiatives that promotes social change in South Africa

Develop professional marketing skills covering the areas of social media management, visual storytelling, and graphic design

Strengthen communication and branding skills by promoting the MT Foundation’s mission and impact

Collaborate with a diverse team while receiving mentorship from a supervisor to support professional growth

Decide to complete either on-site or virtually from the comfort of your home

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
  • Fall
  • 18 Months
Age Requirement: 18+
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Communications
  • Graphic Design
  • Media
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
  • Communications
  • Graphic Design
  • Media

Availability

Years Offered: 2026, 2027, 2028, 2029

Intern Duration:
  • Summer
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • Fall
  • 18 Months

Age Requirement

18+

Guidelines

All Nationalities

This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group

Starts At

  • 8 Weeks: $765

Program Cost Includes

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

Program Cost Excludes

  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project

Refund Policy

Other

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Some college credit, no degree
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Application Procedures

  • Written Application
  • Phone/Video Interview
  • Resume
  • Online Application

Frequently Asked Questions

How will this Communications Internship support my growth?

This internship offers the opportunity to create tangible examples of marketing efforts through the exposure of having a big role with a small team.

Can this Communications Internship be completed remotely?

Yes, as a marketer for MT Foundation the primary responsibilities for this internship involves increasing internet presence and public awareness which can be completed remotely with access to a computer and internet connection.

Who is this Communications Internship best suited for?

This internship is suited for entry-level professionals, college students, or those wanting to develop skills in marketing, as well as individuals interested in developmental studies or social sciences.

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Raise awareness for a nonprofit that promotes social change through creative marketing initiatives and digital engagement. As a spokesperson for MT Foundation, help increase brand awareness through communication of their mission, programs, and social change efforts. Interns can take part in social media content creation, graphic design and storytelling, as well as campaign support and performance reporting. Involvement in this internship offers the ability to enhance creativity, independence, and communication while discovering how to be a marketer for a brand that supports rural communities in the culturally rich location of South Africa. Interns will receive continuous support and training from a Communications & Media Supervisor while collaborating with a diverse team. Offered both on...

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