Communication and marketing internships in NGOs

In this article, you will find a range of programs that combine positive impact and skills development. You will discover marketing and communication internships within committed NGOs in Africa, South America, and Europe.

With a flexible duration of 1 to 6 months, each internship is tailored to your level of study and professional goals.

Click on the different links to see the programs in detail. And contact us to plan your project!

 

Why join our internship projects?

You will gain many benefits by doing a marketing and communication internship in an NGO with Real Step, both professionally and personally.

• Validate your academic year: Internships recognized by higher education institutions.
• Develop your skills: Hands-on missions and supervision by professionals.
• Improve your language skills: English- or Spanish-speaking immersion for rapid fluency.
• Feed your curiosity: Cultural discovery and meaningful exchanges with local communities.

 

 

Possible missions during your internship

Take on a variety of tasks and responsibilities, using a wide range of skills during your internship. Here are the types of missions you may carry out, but they will also depend on your skills, interests, and learning objectives.

 

Communication and awareness

Promote the NGO’s activities through creative communication and awareness-raising actions.

• Develop awareness campaigns (online or in the field).
• Contribute to content creation for social media, newsletters, blogs, etc.
• Write press releases, brochures, and design posters.
• Update the NGO’s website or blog.

 

 

Marketing strategy

In this type of internship, you will contribute to the development of strategies and the marketing plan of the organization — a great way to understand how an NGO operates.

• Analyze the NGO’s positioning and define its target audiences.
• Make recommendations for communication or brand awareness strategies.
• Conduct benchmarks to compare NGOs, projects, and similar actions.

 

 

Fundraising and sponsorship

Actively contribute to sponsorship through the following tasks:

• Take part in organizing donation campaigns (online or during events).
• Create marketing materials for fundraising campaigns.
• Assist in the search for partners, sponsors, or patrons.

 

 

Project management

Here are the tasks you will take part in during your project management internship:

• Contribute to the organization of events related to your NGO.
• Monitor and evaluate marketing actions (KPIs, reporting).

 

 

Digital marketing

From managing social media to creating email campaigns, digital marketing missions will give you the opportunity to develop essential skills.

• SEO/SEA: improve organic or paid search engine optimization.
• Track the performance of your actions using tools like Google Analytics or Meta Business Suite.

 

Our communication and marketing internships

 

Communication and marketing internship in Cape Town

For this program, immerse yourself in an English-speaking environment with diverse missions combining digital communication, web development, and SEO strategy.

 

 

Marketing and design internship in Eswatini

Develop your skills in visual communication, market analysis, and social media management during this program.

 

 

Business internship in Argentina

Explore various sectors of sustainable tourism in contact with companies engaged in fields such as sustainability, international cooperation, women's empowerment, software development, marketing and media, engineering, and education. Grow on every level with 20 hours of Spanish classes included in this program.

 

 

 

NGO internship in Romania

This internship allows you to contribute to sustainable tourism through event marketing, multimedia content creation, and fundraising initiatives.

 

 

All our host organizations share a social and environmental commitment, offering products and services that follow ethical business practices.

We also collaborate with partners engaged in environmental projects in Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, South Africa, and Portugal. These organizations occasionally look for interns in marketing, communication, or web development. These are not permanent programs and offer more flexible guidance than our structured internships. Contact us to find out which missions are currently available.

 

 

Validate your internship with Real Step

To meet the required number of internship hours, which may sometimes fall short, we offer an additional module you can complete with us! You’ll document your experience by regularly sending us content about your missions, your professional environment, and your daily life. This module enriches your internship, helps you validate it, and lets you apply and acquire concrete professional skills.

You can find all the information and details about the module on this page "Become a Real Step intern".

 

 

What we’re looking for in you!

Are you looking to put your skills to work on impactful projects while gaining professional experience?

Do you love discovering a country, its culture, traveling, and immersing yourself in international environments and working with a motivated team?

Then you’ve got the right profile to join our internships!

 

The most commonly required skills are:

• Creativity, autonomy, and initiative.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Good command of communication tools.
• An interest in humanitarian, social, or environmental causes.

 

You don’t need to be an expert in all these areas! Your motivation and willingness to learn are just as important as your technical skills.

 

 

How does the recruitment process work?

It’s very simple — everything is arranged before your departure, including all administrative aspects, and you leave with a signed contract. To apply, send us your CV and cover letter in English or Spanish, specifying your availability dates and personal goals.

Real Step supports you throughout the program — before, during, and after your internship. We ensure that we work with trusted partners to provide you with access to high-quality internships and training, while making a positive impact.

So, which project aligns with your goals? Tell us, and we’ll make it happen!