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Youth Development Internship in Malawi
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Join a community-focused NGO in Karonga, Malawi, and support young people through a meaningful Youth Development Internship. You will work with an established youth group to build life skills, encourage positive decision-making and support personal growth through structured activities, mentoring sessions and open discussion. Because the role involves ongoing engagement with young people, continuit...
Join a community-focused NGO in Karonga, Malawi, and support young people through a meaningful Youth Development Internship. You will work with an established youth group to build life skills, encourage positive decision-making and support personal growth through structured activities, mentoring sessions and open discussion. Because the role involves ongoing engagement with young people, continuity is essential. A minimum stay of one month is required, while three months is strongly preferred to allow time for trust-building and lasting impact. Interns are supervised by both the program lead and an experienced local teacher, ensuring strong guidance, safeguarding and day-to-day support throughout the placement. On arrival, you will meet staff and the youth group and complete an orientatio...
Program Highlights
Develop practical mentorship and coaching skills through direct youth engagement
Strengthen communication and counseling abilities in community-based settings
Understand the social and behavioral challenges facing young people in rural Malawi
Apply behavior change strategies to support personal development and goal-setting
Experience the warmth of Karonga and the stunning shores of Lake Malawi
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Quick Details
- Malawi
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
- Education
- Psychology
- Social Work
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Malawi
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Education
- Psychology
- Social Work
Availability
Years Offered: 2026, 2027
- 1-3 Months
- 3-6 Months
Age Requirement
14+
Guidelines
All Nationalities
This Program is also open to Couples, Families, Group
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Program Cost Includes
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
- Guide / Chaperone
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
- University Senior (4th Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Resume
- Online Application
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Join a community-focused NGO in Karonga, Malawi, and support young people through a meaningful Youth Development Internship. You will work with an established youth group to build life skills, encourage positive decision-making and support personal growth through structured activities, mentoring sessions and open discussion. Because the role involves ongoing engagement with young people, continuity is essential. A minimum stay of one month is required, while three months is strongly preferred to allow time for trust-building and lasting impact. Interns are supervised by both the program lead and an experienced local teacher, ensuring strong guidance, safeguarding and day-to-day support throughout the placement. On arrival, you will meet staff and the youth group and complete an orientatio...

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Join a community-focused NGO in Karonga, Malawi, and support young people through a meaningful Youth Development Internship. You will work with an established youth group to build life skills, encourage positive decision-making and support personal growth through structured activities, mentoring sessions and open discussion. Because the role involves ongoing engagement with young people, continuity is essential. A minimum stay of one month is required, while three months is strongly preferred to allow time for trust-building and lasting impact. Interns are supervised by both the program lead and an experienced local teacher, ensuring strong guidance, safeguarding and day-to-day support throughout the placement. On arrival, you will meet staff and the youth group and complete an orientatio...
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