Fundraising & Communications Internship
Program Overview
Become part of social change in South Africa as a communicator who contributes through writing and community involvement to address real-world social challenges.
Take on the exciting role of a fundraising and communications intern with a registered South African nonprofit working with local communities to address local pressing social issues such as youth empowerment, gender equality, climate resilience, and access to justice. You will be at the forefront of real change as you develop proposals, fundraising campaigns, reporting, donor research, and impactful storytelling. With direct mentorships from experienced staff, you will support vulnerable communities through hands-on involvement.
Tasks will range between office-based work, fieldwork, and virtual activities, increasing potential for many career-specific skills.This fundraising and communications internship is available fully remote for those who would like to contribute from anywhere in the world. In-person involvement would add an extra layer of cultural enrichment between exposure to South Africa’s vibrant communities and natural landscapes if chosen to do so.
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Quick Details
- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- 1 Year
- Fall
- 18 Months
- Communications
- Development
- Social Sciences
- Social Work
Updated Jul 8, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Online
- Bloemfontein, South Africa
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Language
- English
- Education
- 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
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Group living
- Guest House
- Home-stays
- Other
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Online Application
Age Requirement
18+
Duration
- Summer
- Winter
- Short Term
- Spring
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- 1 Year
- Fall
- 18 Months
Starts At
- 8 Weeks: $775
Refund Policy
Other
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How will an internship in social entrepreneurship help my career?
You will be experiencing social challenges on a global scale while having to develop solutions in a fast-paced setting. The outcome to that exposure can influence transferable skills that can be applied to any career.
What can I expect from an internship in South Africa?
It is likely that you will be exposed to sensitive topics or affected community members. Coming in with an open-mind will mentally prepare you for full immersion on what local communities face.
How can I prepare for my internship?
Apart from getting all travel details sorted like flights, visa, packing lists, etc, a deep dive into local culture will help with adapting in-country. If doing a remote internship, research is still beneficial as you will still have to perform cross-cultural communication.
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