Jessica is going places! Originally from Utah, she’s enrolled at Brigham Young University studying Law and will complete her qualification this year. She loves playing tennis, is a fabulous pianist, and aspires to work with the United Nations one day. Jessica says she’s always wanted to visit India – she even studied Hindi in her…
Fatima, who was diagnosed with epilepsy, was forced to give birth under a tree within full public view in 2009. The local hospital denied her medical care because she did not possess a BPL (below the poverty line) card. At the time of Fatima’s public delivery, India had the highest number of maternal deaths with…
If you could choose between living in Cape Town or New Delhi, which would you choose? It’s a tough choice since both are vibrant, dynamic cities with a lot to offer in culture, arts and entertainment. For recent if i could… intern, Yingi, Cape Town was an easy choice. She is originally from Nigeria…
Many students looking to do an international internship filter out unpaid internship opportunities. Here’s why this may be a mistake. Getting international experience is great on your resume. In the long run, it may pay off much more that the money you would earn at a summer job or internship in the US. It means…
In developing countries, the government has to be accountable in guaranteeing equal opportunities to all citizens. Indeed, it has a social responsibility to uplift the life of poor and marginalised people in a sustainable manner, and will contribute meaningfully to social development. It is through policy development, and subsequent advocacy that real social change…
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. Students are faced with the decision of choosing to intern abroad or study abroad. The if i could… programme facilitates internships with high-profile non-profit organisations in Cape Town and New…
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 our Programme Coordinator, Alison Clowes. Read on to find out more about her best travel…
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…
Over the past years we have said hello and farewell to many interns who chose New Delhi or Cape Town as their internship destination. Our interns’ contributions support our valued host organisations to bring about meaningful change and sustainability in India and South Africa. What makes the if i could… programme unique is that we…
Namaste! Kya aap ko Hindi bhaasha samajh mein aati hai? This might be the first question you’re asked upon arrival for your internship in New Delhi. It means, “Do you understand Hindi?” In major cities like New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Pune, English is widely spoken, but you will be amazed to see…
