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Youth Social Work Internship in Cape Town, South Africa

by: Roots Interns

9.5 (8)Verified

Gain practical social work experience during this exciting internship program in Cape Town, South Africa. You'll be part of a community center in Masiphumelele, a township on the outskirts of the city that provides a safe and stimulating space for up to a hundred children every afternoon. Many of these children have experienced different levels of trauma, and as an intern, you'll assist the progra...

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Program Highlights

Gain valuable work experience in social work and youth development.

Be part of an uplifting social development program in one of Cape Town's townships.

Make a real difference in the lives of children who visit the center each day.

Be part of an experienced and dedicated team of social development professionals.

Explore Cape Town and its stunning surroundings during weekends off!

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Cape Town, South Africa
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundDuration:
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks
  • Summer
Cost Per Week$100-300
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Fields:
  • Counseling
  • Development
  • Psychology
Causes:
  • Community Centers
  • Community Development
  • Counseling
  • See more
Guidelines
Nationalities:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica
  • Antiguan & Barbudan
See more
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Awards

Innovative New Program, Intern Abroad Winner 2022Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad Finalist 2022

Program Reviews

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Overall Rating

9.5

Total Reviews

8

A Meaningful and Eye-opening Experience

June 25, 2025by: JoeProgram: Youth Social Work Internship in Cape Town, South Africa
10

I had a great time during my internship with Roots Interns. The work was meaningful, and I learned a lot about community development and cultural exchange. The team was supportive and inspiring. I would definitely recommend this program to others.

Social Internship in Cape Town

June 21, 2025by: MarianaProgram: Youth Social Work Internship in Cape Town, South Africa
9

Overall, this was an amazing experience. Extremely fulfilling, full of learning, but also filled with fun, love, and laughter throughout it all. Cape Town is a beautiful city, and I was lucky enough to discover everything it has to offer through this internship.

Life-changing Experience

July 18, 2024by: ZeeProgram: Youth Social Work Internship in Cape Town, South Africa
9

Volunteering in the project was beyond amazing. The community is so welcoming and really eager to make change. Working with the youth and watching them grow and achieve their goals was probably the best part. Feeding the community and putting a smile on hundreds of faces makes all the hard work pay off. Will definitely be coming back!

Program Details

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Locations

  • Cape Town, South Africa

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Counseling
  • Development
  • Psychology

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Duration:
  • 3-6 Months
  • 5-8 Weeks
  • 9-12 Weeks

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

Nationalities:
  • Albanian
  • American
  • Andorran
  • Antarctica

This Program is also open to Solo, Group

Cost per week

$100-300

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
  • Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
  • In-Country Transportation To & From Project

Accommodation Options

  • Group living
  • Guest House

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • Any/All Education Levels Accepted

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Phone/Video Interview

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Gain practical social work experience during this exciting internship program in Cape Town, South Africa. You'll be part of a community center in Masiphumelele, a township on the outskirts of the city that provides a safe and stimulating space for up to a hundred children every afternoon. Many of these children have experienced different levels of trauma, and as an intern, you'll assist the program in providing stimulating activities and counseling sessions for groups of children when needed. This internship is a great opportunity for getting practical experience in social work while supporting an important social development program. Your tasks will include offering individual or group counseling sessions to children with troubled backgrounds; helping create stimulating, educative, an...

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