She fundraised, she came and she conquered! If i could… intern SriMilan shares her secrets to a successful fundraising campaign and what she has loved about Cape Town. 1) Fundraising is crucial to securing your position abroad. How did you devise your strategy for successful fundraising and which platforms and tactics did you choose? The…
It’s quite overwhelming for a fresh graduate stepping into the career world. Even if you have some temporary or part-time work experience, it can be tricky to springboard your career. Nevertheless, an internship is an ideal way to step firmly into the world of work. It’s common knowledge that doing an internship after, or even…
“An international internship is a great way of gaining experience in your chosen field and putting your skills into practice, whilst getting a taste of full-time employment. Choosing to intern abroad is also a way of proving your ability to work under pressure and to perform under more challenging circumstances. Your experience abroad will also…
While a local internship is an incredible way to meet new people and expand your network, an international internship is even better! Think of it as having access to a global network of interesting people with life stories and career tips to share. Speaking of tips, here are some top tips for networking during your…
Many students looking to do an international internship filter out unpaid internship opportunities. Here’s why this may be a mistake. Why an international internship? Getting international experience is great on your resume. In the long run, it may pay off much more than the money you would earn at a summer job or internship in…
During college and graduate school are great times to travel the world. Long breaks provide the time you’ll need to explore new countries and cultures. During this time, students are faced with the decision of choosing to intern abroad or study abroad. The if i could… programme facilitates international internships with high-profile non-profit organisations in…
The if i could… programme is proud to have connected students and volunteers with international internships in Cape Town and New Delhi. Our internships are a great way to gain work experience while contributing to a better world! Recently, GoOverseas interviewed one of our previous Programme Coordinators, Alison Clowes. Read on to find out more about…
If you’re thinking about doing an international internship you probably have a taste for adventure already. That’s a great start. Now, pair that with an opportunity to build your career, contribute to a better world, and create some amazing experiences with new friends. By interning or volunteering abroad with a non-profit organisation you’ll join the…
There are so many reasons to intern abroad with if i could… You get the chance to make a difference in the lives of others, meet new people, experience new cultures and explore fabulous destinations and most importantly, gain valuable work experience. Making the transition from the classroom to your career can be daunting at…
Travelling to a new country is exciting, and sometimes a little daunting. But don’t worry … we are here to help! Here are some tips to consider when preparing for your internship with if i could… Preparing and pre-arrival Confirm your accommodation arrangements. The if i could… team is on hand to help you find…
