Social internship abroad: Do your social internship where it is needed
Do you have a strong Awareness of social work and an intuitive connection to other people? Would you like to expand culturally and face new challenges? A social internship abroad can strengthen your social skills and give you valuable insights into different lifestyles. Finding a suitable internship abroad in the social sector and organization is not easy and can be overwhelming. There is one worldwide Variety of projects in various social areas that are happy to accept your cooperation.
More projects These projects could interest you
Ghana | medicine & care
from 4 - 12 months
from 17 years
Ghana | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 18 years
Ghana | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
South Africa | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
Tanzania & Zanzibar | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 18 years
Tanzania & Zanzibar | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 18 years
Tanzania & Zanzibar | medicine & care
from 4 - 26 weeks
from 21 years
Uganda | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
South Africa | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
Nepal | medicine & care
from 4 - 12 weeks
from 18 years
Nepal | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 20 weeks
from 17 years
Ghana | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
Sri Lanka | medicine & care
from 4 - 12 weeks
from 17 years
India | medicine & care
from 4 - 12 weeks
from 18 years
Tanzania & Zanzibar | medicine & care
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 18 years
Tanzania & Zanzibar | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
Peru | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 12 weeks
from 18 years
Ghana | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 16 years
Uganda | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
South Africa | Social & Teaching
from 4 - 52 weeks
from 17 years
5 key benefits of a social internship abroad: Personal and professional growth through global engagement
An experience abroad as part of a social internship not only offers the opportunity to to develop intercultural skills, but also one positive contribution to communities that need support.
personal growth
During your stay abroad, you will encounter new challenges every day that will take you out of your comfort zone and you develop personally. You will be encouraged to think outside the box and gain practical skills working in an international environment that will deepen your global understanding.
Career orientation abroad
You will get your first insight into exciting careers and become part of a committed team that is committed to positive changes and... Promoting the common good used. This international experience allows you to learn first-hand how to develop and implement innovative solutions to social challenges. At the same time, this practical experience offers the opportunity to take a decisive step closer to your professional direction.
Improve language skills abroad
Working abroad with an international environment is a good opportunity to develop your linguistic skills to take it to the next level. Depending on the area, there are different requirements for interns. It usually makes sense to already have a certain basic knowledge of the language in order to be able to communicate with participants and people abroad, such as in Teaching Internship in Zanzibar.
Gain new perspectives
Through social commitment and a new cultural environment, you gain valuable experience at work and perhaps see things with different eyes. Prepare to broaden your perspectives and new skills to learn that will have a lasting impact on your view of the world and your role in it. The stay abroad also offers you the opportunity to use the time after the internship to explore the surrounding area independently and go traveling.
Make a positive contribution
You have the opportunity to get involved in exactly the social work that you think is important. This gives you the chance to real changes to make an impact in the world. Whether it is environmental protection, education, healthcare or social justice - your involvement in a social work placement can make a significant difference to the community you work in and to the people you help. It is important that you have a strong interest in the project and that you are motivated to get involved and get involved.
Discover social internships worldwide
Im social area There are many options for helping as a volunteer, especially in developing countries such as Ghana or Tanzania, where the welfare state does not yet offer comprehensive support. In some sub-Saharan countries there are often social systems that date back to colonial times and usually only support people with permanent jobs in the official economy. In particular, pensions and health care for this population group are the subject of funding.
However, since more than 83 percent of the workforce works primarily in rural areas and does not have a stable income, they are usually not able to take advantage of this help. RGV currently offers internships in different and exciting countries areas of activity including:
- Child care in the kindergarten / nursery
- Teach children
- Care of the elderly in a retirement home
- Development cooperation (NGO) & aid organizations
- Children with mental or physical disabilities
- Social work & street children
The range of our internships abroad covers a wide range of educational areas. For example, you can... Kindergärten or Schools in Africa promote the social and emotional development of children and introduce them to educational content in a playful way. There are different regions to choose from for your dream internship in Africa.
Are you more interested in working in one? Hospital or would like others medical institutions support? In this case we will give you Nepal or Sri Lanka for your internship abroad. This is particularly suitable for Medical students, which has a corresponding care Internship need for your studies.
Committed and motivated interns are needed not only in Germany, but all over the world! We offer a variety of internship positions available in your preferred destination country. If an internship abroad isn't right for you, you can also do it with RGV Volunteering abroad and participate in a variety of volunteer programs.
Preparation for the internship abroad: The plan starts without a plan
Having a plan by writing down all the important things to do can help you stay on track. This is particularly true in this case and it is extremely important to make sure you prepare well in advance.
Whether you a internship in the social field or as Volunteer If you are working on an aid project and would like to have this recognized as an internship, in both cases you should clarify before starting your internship whether this will be recognized for your studies or training.
To do this, contact the examination office and the responsible professors.
After applying for a suitable internship position, there are other deadlines that you need to consider, such as applying for a visa. Find out about the different types of entry visas and specific requirements in your destination country.
It makes sense to start planning around 3 to 6 months before the start of your stay abroad. With enough advance notice, you are on the safe side and can worry about your travel preparations in a relaxed manner. Write a list of all essential tasks and complete them one after the other.
Your internship counts: social commitment beyond financial reward
All over the world, social projects rely on the use of motivated helpers, volunteers and donations. Therefore, do not expect any financial compensation, but rather look forward to the opportunity to valuable experiences to collect, to grow personally and one meaningful contribution to contribute to society. With your efforts, you can actively contribute to improving grievances in developing countries.
What funding opportunities are there for an internship abroad?
The majority of organizations for internships abroad offer scholarships abroad. It is important to apply for possible scholarships and programs in good time.
There are various scholarship options available to you in Germany.
In principle, students can apply to German Academic Foreign Service (DAAD) apply for a scholarship and also have the option of receiving BaföG abroad. In this case, it is advisable to contact the university or college directly. RGV also offers at regular intervals scholarships
It is also possible to finance your internship yourself. Start financial planning early and create a detailed calculation of the required budget. By taking measures such as booking your flight early, you can save a lot of money and use it for other purposes during your stay.
Global engagement as a springboard: How a social internship abroad expands your horizons
There are many reasons to choose to do social work in other countries. Whether it's volunteer work or an internship, you'll strengthen your social skills, get to know new people and help where support is needed. Be motivated and plan carefully.
In short: a social internship abroad opens doors for you, increases your chances of being hired and is liked by employers on your CV. If you are open to new things and want to help, this is the right thing for you.
Also talk to people around you who have already worked on international projects and let them give you tips. You can find additional information on the RGV website and arrange a consultation appointment with our experienced coordinators.
