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Project Summary

What is the Sustainability Internship in South Africa all about?

The Sustainability Internship in South Africa provides a unique opportunity to those wanting to get involved in grassroots projects, fieldwork projects as well as research projects. This internship will give you the opportunity to directly engage with local community stakeholders. Depending on your personal interest and career focus, you will be involved with local NGOs or government agencies in and around Cape Town. The entities we work with promote sustainable social, economic, cultural and environmental development for the local community. Indeed, they might be involved in the green economy sector, local conservation efforts, educational programs, working with communities on food security, climate change and other important sustainable issues.  

Cape Town has a unique environment worth preserving but also has many challenges. For instance, the city still has significant poverty that needs eradication. Also, the current context can be predominantly unsupportive for girls. 

The Sustainability Internship in South Africa will provide you with a meaningful placement with organizations driving positive changes locally around the Cape Town community.


Why choose this Sustainability Internship placement?

  • Gain practical insights into your area of study and work alongside professionals with your particular field of interest.
  • Receive in-depth training and insights into local South African sustainability issues, whether environmental, cultural or economical.
  • Make an impact while connecting with local friends.

Role of the Sustainability Intern

This Sustainability Internship gives interns a chance to make an impact in South Africa by working with a local organization promoting local sustainable issues. Your role and tasks will depend on your areas of studies and interests, but you can be assured you will contribute to the overall mission of your host organization. Each host organization provide interns the opportunity to learn about sustainable development and contribute to making a difference in the environment and economic structure of South Africa.


What skills do I need to be a Sustainability Intern in South Africa?

In order to be accepted as an intern, you will be asked to go through an interview process to determine your eligibility. Flexibility, willingness to learn, dedication, patience and passion for the matter are essential. Interns should more specifically be interested in issues around sociology, conservation, environment, anthropology, community and urban studies, ecology and education.


Travel during COVID times

The health and safety of our travelers and our local communities remain central to our plans for reopening countries and projects. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been adapting our programs and protocols to protect all those involved, and ask for everyone’s patience and collaboration as new rules are implemented in-country. For all projects, new standards of sanitation, procedures and social behaviors are in place, including new health and hygiene protocols and social distancing practices. You can read more here. Each location may be slightly different in the way they operate. We encourage you to inquire to your placement advisor to learn more about your specific project as you plan for your responsible return to travel!

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WHY JOIN THE PROJECT

Gain practical experience and insights on the South Africa sustainability challenges

Work side-by-side with local NGOs or governmental agencies on development

Create an impact and learn about another culture

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Hannah L.’s South Africa Experience
"My time here so far has been fantastic! I love the program, and Cape Town is beautiful. It will definitely be hard to leave in a couple of weeks!"   ...
Hannah L.
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Vidya’s South Africa Experience
"This was an outstanding experience. The local volunteering organization is a well-established group doing great work throughout Cape Town. The children's convalescent home where I volunteered was going through some administrative changes when I started, so our roles were a little confusing at first ...
Vidya K.
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The Location

Where will I work in South Africa?

About the Location

Cape Town, well known for its many iconic attractions, will provide you with plenty to do during your downtime, including climbing up Table Mountain or visiting the Cape of Good Hope. Between many vibey restaurants and cafés, the many water sports, and local museums and galleries, you’re sure to find something to do.

Accommodation

Interns’ accommodation consists of a single room sharing communal areas with other interns. You will be in a very popular neighborhood just 6 kilometers out of Cape Town City Center. The neighborhood, referred as “Obz” by the locals,  is mainly known to be the home of many locals and foreign nationals, many of which attend the University of Cape Town. The area offers many cafés, restaurants, galleries and trendy thrift shops.

What to do in your spare time

During your time off, you may want to enjoy some scenic drives around the city, go spot some marine life or do the famous Garden Route!

Details & Costs

  • Duration: 4-12 weeks
  • Cost: £3032 / $4733 for 4 weeks
    £154 / $240 per week for additional weeks
  • Requirements: Age 18+
  • Location: Cape Town, South Africa
  • Working hours: Mondays through Fridays, 30 hours per week
  • Project availability: Weekly year-round
  • Arrival day: Sunday

What is included

  • Accommodation: single room in a house with communal space
  • Food: no meals included.
  • Airport: pick-up and drop-off from/to Cape Town International Airport
  • Access to personal online Kaya Community account including:
    • Pre-departure information pack for “country”
    • Fundraising Guide
    • How to Manage your Money Abroad Guide
    • Learning Reflection Guide
    • Healthcare Ethics and Culture Documents
  • On the ground training:
    • Cultural and safety orientation and project induction
    • Weekly culture series
    • Weekly social gatherings
  • Support: 24-hour support including emergency contact numbers from local team
  • Excursion Planning assistance from local staff (activity prices may be extra)
  • Certificate on completion of your internship placement diary and presentation to the local team
  • Supervision from qualified professional
  • Wi-Fi in accommodation
  • Laundry in accommodation

 

What is not included

  • Flights
  • Insurance
  • Visas
  • Transport to/from project
  • Food: meals are not included
  • Police/Government Background Check: US and UK citizens will be processed through Kaya (admin fee applies); all other nationalities must provide local police check.
  • Routine vaccinations
  • Refundable accommodation damages deposit of $250 
  • Any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country

 

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Cape Town Beach
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Cape Town Landscape
Sunset in Cape Town
View from Table Top
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Hike Up Chapman's Peak View Point
Simmons Town Exploring South Africa
Simmons Town Exploring South Africa
Surfing in Cape Town, South Africa
Intern with local child
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Easy 4-step application process

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Click here to apply online and pay your application fee to apply for your space on your chosen project. Our advisors will then contact you to guide you through the next steps.

TELEPHONE INTERVIEW

Once we’ve received your application, we’ll review your details and be in touch to arrange your informal telephone interview with your Kaya Placement Advisor.

CONFIRMATION

Following your interview, we will provide you a placement offer. Once you are ready to confirm your placement and dates, you can pay your confirmation fee to book and secure your space.

GET PREPARED

When you have confirmed your project dates we'll send you your Welcome Pack and lots of other helpful information to assist you with preparing for your placement.

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