Collaborate on solutions for a sustainable African future

Clean energy & sustainability internships in Cape Town

South Africa is in the middle of its clean energy transition. After the initial success of a renewable energy procurement program beginning in 2011, the industry has faced some political headwinds from the utility monopoly and fossil fuel industry that view renewable energy as a threat to their business. The national utility is also dealing with a supply shortage resulting in regular rolling power cuts, highlighting the urgent need for more energy plants to be built.

These challenges create opportunities to build a cleaner, more distributed, and affordable energy system that helps South Africa meet its climate change goals. This internship will expose you to these interdisciplinary issues when working on energy and sustainability in a country like South Africa.

Clean energy and sustainability internships

Gain firsthand experience in clean energy

Custom clean energy internships with VACorps

VACorps will help you find a clean energy or sustainability internship in Cape Town that aligns with your personal and professional goals. You could work alongside a renewable energy company or support a Cape Town-based nonprofit dedicated to sustainable local farming. This is the ideal way to explore different applications of your interest in a dynamic city.

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