NGO/Non-Profit Internships

Why an NGO/Non-Profit Internship Abroad is Right for You

Gaining a profound understanding of NGO/Non-Profit within a global context is pivotal for your long-term career success. Our international NGO/Non-Profit internships are crafted to broaden your horizons while equipping you with vital professional skills. We tailor our internships abroad to align perfectly with your existing experience, educational background, and future aspirations.

We advocate for a hands-on approach, urging employers to minimize “administrative tasks” and instead provide you with engaging and impactful projects. As an NGO/Non-Profit intern, you may find yourself immersed in diverse responsibilities, including program support, fundraising and development, volunteer management, and more. NGO/Non-Profit remains one of our most popular and sought-after career fields, with internship opportunities available across many of our locations.

Advantages of an NGO/Non-Profit Internship with AIFS Abroad

Stand out to employers with international NGO/Non-Profit work experience
Professional development including interview coaching and career readiness program
Guaranteed placement in a full-time internship
Apply with two career fields, not just NGO/Non-Profit
Customize your internship
Academic credit through AIFS Abroad or your home university

NGO/Non-Profit Internship Placement Examples

AIFS Abroad has an excellent history of matching talented interns with top tier international companies. Our placement team is dedicated to finding the right employers for our interns based on their chosen career fields, skills, and interests. The following are just a few examples of internship placements that may be available.

Event Management Internship with Local Charity and NGO

This employer is a local charity dedicated to supporting older adults by amplifying their voices, meeting their needs, and promoting their independence. They offer services such as befriending, practical assistance, information and advice, as well as various social and leisure activities.

Internship Tasks May Include But Are Not Limited To:
– Promoting activities and events
– Encouraging potential participants to join creative activities, outings, and events
– Responding to inquiries
– Providing administrative support for the current program of activities (knitting clubs, art classes, physical activities, musical performances in different shelter accommodations and venues)

Fundraising Office Internship with Irish Volunteer Organization

This is a volunteer organization set up in 1963 to improve the treatment and facilities for people with Cystic Fibrosis in Ireland. They also cooperate with medical professionals to assist parents and children/adults with Cystic Fibrosis. They are supported by fundraising and voluntary contributions and are solely concerned with the well-being of people with Cystic Fibrosis.

Intern tasks may include:
– Stock management & distribution
– Issuing of packs and materials to participants in fundraising events
– General support to the fundraising team
– Follow-up calls to people who have participated in events
– Preparation of materials for fundraising events
– Assisting with the recruitment of volunteers
– Updating records on relational database

Virtual Program Development & Operations Internship with Ugandan NGO

This NGO is a community-based organization dedicated to combating school pregnancy-based discrimination and promoting gender equality in education. Since its establishment in 2021, it has reached hundreds of pregnant girls and young mothers, empowering them to continue their education. The organization offers a comprehensive approach that includes raising awareness, providing legal aid, and offering day-care services. Additionally, they deliver psycho-social support and financial assistance to help alleviate economic burdens. By fostering supportive communities and advocating for systemic change, the NGO aims to create equitable educational opportunities for all, ensuring that every girl can succeed regardless of her circumstances.

Internship tasks include but are not limited to:
– Create and market fundraising campaigns
– To raise Uganda National Examination Board (UNEB) registration fees for pregnant girls and teenage mothers awaiting national examinations
– Writing and submitting partnership proposals
– Creating training guides, activities, and other educational materials for program participants

Operations Internship with Irish Non-Profit Organization

This organization provides advocacy and support services for people with heart and stroke conditions.

Intern tasks may include but are not limited to:
– Support front-of-house reception duties
– Desk research to support our advocacy and public health campaigns/messaging
– Data entry (post-health check events)
– Project: explore funding/grant opportunities, nationally and internationally that may not be on our radar and create a database calendar/timetable of annual funding calls
– Attending and supporting the community health team and fundraising teams at events

NGO Internship with Racial Equality Organization

Spring 2027

12 weeks From $11,490

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Earn Credit For Your Internship Abroad

AIFS Abroad’s international internship program is designed to complement your college degree. You can earn college credits through your home institution, our school of record, or specific location-based opportunities.

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How it Works

Step 1

Apply

Submit your application and start working with your Admissions Counselor. We will have an interview to learn about your career goals, educational background, and location preferences to ensure that you are a good candidate to intern abroad.

Step 2

Accept

Once your interview and application are complete, you’ll be cleared to apply. Your Admissions Counselor and our Placement Team will determine if we’re able to match you with a great host employer in your chosen destination. If accepted, this means we can guarantee you an internship within your career field.

Step 3

Enroll

After acceptance, the next step is to simply enroll into the program with your initial deposit to secure your spot. Enrolling means you have officially decided to join the program and take on the challenge and thrill of living and becoming an intern abroad in a new city!

Step 4

Prepare

Before you arrive in your host city, you will work one-on-one with your Program Advisor. They work with you on professional development, career advising and make sure you are ready to move and intern in your new home.

Step 5

Interview

We will start the match-making process and narrow down employers to a select few that you would be a great fit for. You’ll have a Skype or phone interview before you leave, so they can get to know you, and you can get to know them. If everything goes well, then your internship is confirmed! You’ll know where you’ll be interning and the role you’ll be walking into before you hop on the plane.

Step 6

Arrive

When you’ve arrived in your city, you will meet the Location Coordinator and the other interns at your housing. Your internship will start soon after you’ve arrived and there will be social events and excursions throughout the course of your program. We strive to give you the independence you want with all the support and resources you need to be successful during your travel and internship.

Getting started is simple! In just a few steps, you’ll be on your way to building your resume and gaining critical hands-on experience. 

Note: The vast majority of our internship placements are unpaid.

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