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INTERNSHIPS

Opportunities in AFRICA

Below are links to various organizations' internship opportunities that the UICHR has researched and found to be acceptable for students to broaden their education in the general field of human rights.  This list is by no means complete; therefore if you have trouble finding an internship suitable for your interests, please visit the UICHR offices at the University Capitol Centre. We will do our best to help you find the right internship!

Internship Codes:
Red Direct Service - field work, medical care, aid distribution, construction, political lobbying
Purple Research - doing research on specific human rights issues
Red Administrative - grant writing, policy work, assisting with office management
Blue financial stipend offered
Orange college credit possible


Foundation for Sustainable Development - Africa

FOCUS: Promote sustainable community development

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Global Service Corps - Tanzania

FOCUS: Work in areas of healthcare and agriculture

"This program offers participants the opportunity to live with a host family. Many enthusiastic testimonials about this program on their website. "

EXPERIENCE: PERKS:


International Foundation for Education and Self-Help - Africa

FOCUS: Work in areas of healthcare, agriculture, literacy, community development

EXPERIENCE: PERKS:


Living Routes - West Africa

FOCUS: Ecotourism, sustainable development

"This program is also available in other countries across the globe, so check out their website."

EXPERIENCE: PERKS:


Visions in Action - West & Southern Africa

FOCUS: Social and economic justice

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