Communication / marketing school
The communication internship in South Africa will allow you to acquire new skills in a humanitarian context with our partner NGO.
Other tourism and hospitality internships in receptive and tourist structures in Cape Town are available throughout the year: hotels, travel agencies, youth hostels, etc.
The positions are exclusively in English and supervised by local English-speaking professionals.
Like all our humanitarian communication internship programs, the internship in South Africa allows you to validate your academic year while making a positive and lasting impact on the local community.
Discover South African culture through the communication internship in the humanitarian sector, offering immersion at the heart of disadvantaged communities.
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You will have the unique opportunity to gain experience in the following tourism departments:
a 5-star hostel offering accommodation to international travelers, sports enthusiasts, groups, and backpackers.
a 5-star boutique guesthouse, the first guesthouse in South Africa fully automated by Google Home, with a yoga space, interactive cooking classes, and a spa.
a travel agency offering organized tours and excursions around Cape Town and South Africa, from airport transfers to skydiving and much more.
a travel agency/DMC, providing travelers with the opportunity to realize their tailor-made travel dreams, from budget to 5-star, across Southern Africa.
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In addition to personal and professional advancement, participating in this internship program is about making a positive and lasting impact on the South African region. It is an opportunity to make a difference in the world while learning and acquiring solid skills and new knowledge of the marketing environment. . Like all of our humanitarian communication internship programsThe internship in South Africa allows you to complete your year while making a positive and lasting impact on the local community.
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2-day Welcome Orientation
Your internship begins with a two-day orientation in Cape Town at Saltycrax Backpackers.
DAY 1:
We pick you up at the airport and take you to the Saltycrax Backpackers Hostel. You will be given a tour and a map of the area. You have the day free to explore the beach, stores, bars and restaurants.
In the evening, a welcome meal will be served at the hostel.
DAY 2:
Start the day with breakfast at Saltycrax Backpackers. Saltycrax staff will teach you about the bus system before you leave for downtown Cape Town.
WALKING TOUR OF THE CITY :
Take a walking tour, visiting historic sites such as Good Hope Castle and the Grand Parade. In the parliament buildings and the District Six Museum, discover what life was like during apartheid.
Shop for African arts and crafts at Greenmarket Square and St George's Mall.
After these activities, you can take a bus or walk to the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront.
Sit back and sip a delicious coffee, enjoy fresh fish and watch the boats at work in the harbour, or stroll around and visit the stores and markets while listening to musicians in the streets.
You can also take the cable car up Table Mountain for a breathtaking view of the city.
You can also discover Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela was imprisoned during the apartheid era. (Personal expenses)
In the evening, take the local bus back to Table View where you can join our staff, guests and locals at one of the waterfront restaurants or bars, all within walking distance of the hostel where you will spend the night.
DAY 3:
After breakfast, you will be taken directly to your project where the internship takes place, or dropped off at the bus station to be transported to your project.
Member of SAYTC and created in 2006, our organisation is based in Cape Town.
South Africa welcomes millions of tourists every year with its beautiful white beaches, exciting sports activities, and diverse wildlife. Our organisation is growing, as is our family, and we want you to be a part of it. We offer a wide variety of internships in different fields with our partner, as well as with other organisations we work with closely. Interns are immediately a part of this family and are essential to its smooth running and impactful work.
South Africa welcomes millions of tourists every year with its beautiful white beaches, exciting sports activities, and diverse wildlife. Our organisation is growing, as is our family, and we want you to be a part of it. We offer a wide variety of internships in different fields with our partner, as well as with other organisations we work with closely. Interns are immediately a part of this family and are essential to its smooth running and impactful work.
This program is available for up to 12 weeks, Please contact us for rates and availability.
| Duration | Fees to be paid upon registration​ |
|---|---|
| 8 Weeks | 2890€ |
| 12 Weeks | 3890€ |
| 16 Weeks | 4890€ |
| 20 Weeks | 5890€ |
| 24 Weeks | 6890€ |
Housing is allocated by local NGOs, not by Freepackers - the descriptions are there to give you an idea of the type of accommodation, as it is very likely that conditions will vary on site depending on the number of volunteers, weather conditions, availability, etc. Each volunteer will be accommodated according to the stated conditions, but it is possible that the accommodation may not match the description or images shown on this site word for word, for example, in the case of annexed housing, renovations, relocations, etc.
The budget includes accommodation in a guesthouse or hostel near your internship placement. Rooms are shared between 4-6 people, but it is possible to book a private room for an additional fee.
Meals are not included in the program.
Monday : Marketing meeting + Social media planning
Tuesday: WordPress/website development
Wednesday: Blog/content writing
Thursday: WordPress/website development
Friday: Blog/content writing
Saturday: Free time
Sunday: Free time
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Your internship begins with a two-day orientation in Cape Town.
DAY 1: You will be picked up at the airport and taken to the hostel. You’ll be given a tour of the premises. The rest of the day is free to explore the beach, shops, bars, and restaurants. In the evening, a welcome dinner will be served at the hostel.
DAY 2: After breakfast, the staff will provide you with all the information about local transportation before heading out as a group for a guided tour of Cape Town’s city center.
DAY 3: After breakfast, you will be accompanied to your internship placement where you will begin your practical training with your supervisors.
Please contact the embassy or immigration website of the country you wish to enter.
You can find all ressources on the World Organization Website, in the Travel Advice section A vaccine vial.
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