Internships
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Journalism internships in Cape Town
Hone your journalism skills by covering Cape Town’s dynamic political and cultural scenes. Our journalism internships immerse you alongside top professionals. Master your craft while discovering the pulse of South Africa’s “Mother City.”
As a participant in one of our journalism internships abroad, you will gain experience working within foreign media while producing work that will help you develop your professional portfolio. South Africa is home to a very active and outspoken media that takes its role as the “fourth estate” quite seriously.
Journalism internships through VACorps
Print journalism
Report on local issues and write stories for newspapers/magazines to engage readers through compelling writing, relevant topics and strong narrative development.
Broadcast media
Develop on-camera skills, field production techniques for TV news packages, and longer segment development on topics chosen in collaboration with producers.
Photojournalism
Capture visual stories happening in local communities through impactful photographs conveying deeper insights, powerful aesthetics and striking compositions.
Digital media
Build multimedia storytelling abilities by publishing written articles integrated with photos, graphics, videos and podcasts across various online news platforms.
Documentary film
Assist all stages of documentary production, giving voice to marginalized communities and shining light on overlooked issues for greater justice and understanding.
Build multimedia skills with leading publications
The South African Parliament is located in Cape Town, and you will enjoy the opportunity to cover South Africa’s complex political landscape if you have an interest in political journalism.
Several of South Africa’s leading magazines have editorial offices in the city, and journalism internship opportunities exist with local publications such as outdoor magazines and travel guides.
Custom journalism internships with VAC
Any journalism student should consider applying to our program because we have internships that will satisfy most majors.
Benefits of a journalism internship in Cape Town
Work with South African journalists and communications professionals.
Get your work published and build your professional portfolio.
Live and work in Cape Town, a city with a wealth of subject matter.
Work within an industry that uses the same professional standards as The U.S or Europe.
The time is now to explore, connect, and invest in yourself in Cape Town. Let us match you with an experience that counts.
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Launch your creative career on sets and in studios alongside Cape Town’s top film, TV and photography talent.
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