Internships
Catalyze sustainability solutions in Cape Town
Sustainability internships in Cape Town
Help build a brighter future for nature and communities in the city committed to it. We’ll match you with organizations, companies, or government agencies in Cape Town that promote sustainable social, economic, cultural, and environmental development.
Sustainability internships in South Africa can offer an interesting blend of involvement in grassroots projects, fieldwork projects, and environmental, social, and economic research projects. Regardless of your focus, you will gain an understanding of the challenges and triumphs of sustainability efforts in South Africa.
Sustainability internships through VACorps
Green economy sector
Assist organizations pioneering sustainable economic approaches balancing profitability with social responsibility.
Conservation
Work with wildlife conservation groups, land trusts, and park services to protect endangered species and ecosystems.
Climate change
Intern with organizations working to reduce emissions, promote clean energy, and educate lawmakers and the public on climate change.
Food security
Work with farms, rural communities, and NGOs to increase food security across South Africa.
Create sustainable change in South Africa
Sustainability interns are placed with local organizations that play an active role in sustainable development practices. These organizations typically operate in the fields of environmental education programs, the green economy sector, conservation, climate change research centers, and organizations working with communities and food security.
Interns work directly with service providers and assist with projects that are specific to their sustainable development goals.
Some placements involve working closely with community-based organizations, while other placements exist within an NGO or consultancy that drives meaningful change toward positive, sustainable development.
Benefits of a sustainability internship in Cape Town
Gain valuable field experience
Grow through experiential learning
Make an impact
Build your career
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Biotechnology
Advance global health through research placements at renowned labs pioneering new medical technologies.
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Business and Finance
Gain emerging market finance experience at funds and startups leading Africa’s investment frontier.
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Clean Energy
Champion climate justice contributing skills to expand clean energy access for underserved communities.
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Conservation
Safeguard Cape Town’s treasured yet threatened ecosystems, working alongside frontline conservationists.
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Counseling & Psychology
Address mental health needs with trauma specialists bringing care to overlooked communities.
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Education
Teach and inspire students gaining classroom skills at under-resourced schools, uplifting disadvantaged youth.
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Engineering
Innovate solutions by collaborating with firms tackling urgent infrastructure and development challenges.
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Gap Year
Preview future careers interning in your field of choice while enjoying life-expanding adventures.
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Human Rights
Advocate for the vulnerable assisting organizations protecting rights and services for marginalized groups.
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Journalism
Develop multimedia skills reporting on Cape Town’s dynamic political, social and cultural happenings.
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Law
Champion justice by researching landmark cases and conducting outreach alongside leading human rights firms.
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Marketing
Shape brands for good by managing campaigns empowering social enterprises and community programs.
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Media, Film & Photography
Launch your creative career on sets and in studios alongside Cape Town’s top film, TV and photography talent.
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Medical
Boost your clinical skills by shadowing doctors on the frontlines of South Africa’s pressing healthcare battles.
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Occupational Therapy
Master your occupational therapy craft with specialized mentors guiding pediatric, mental health and elder care.
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Physical Therapy
Gain hands-on experience working alongside leading physical therapy practitioners.
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Political Science
Inform policy researching legislation within parliamentary offices and progressive think tanks.
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Public Health
Protect the vulnerable by collecting data, assisting workshops and expanding community health access.
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Refugee Work
Empower asylum seekers to help refugees access housing, employment, healthcare, and legal aid.
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Social Work
Uplift the overlooked co-facilitating therapy and evaluating interventions for at-risk youth and families.
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Speech Pathology & Audiology
Help people find their voice by practising techniques guided by specialized clinical mentors.
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Sports Management
Gain industry expertise assisting in operations, marketing and events for national federations and clubs.
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Technology
Build skills collaborating with pioneering startups leveraging innovations to drive financial inclusion.
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