What is the Global Community Development Programme?

A 6 to 12 week community development internship in one of the following fields:

Cultural education, HIV/AIDs, community development or corporate social responsibility projects.

Internships are focused on creating impact in the host environment; working with NGOs, schools or charities on the front line.

AIESEC Singapore runs the Global Community Development Programme to create a positive impact in society while  connecting students to the local realities of different communities.

What is provided?

During your internship

• Accomodation is either provided free of charge or co-ordinated for you
• In-Country Orientation
• Introduction Information Package
• Local support in host country and in Singapore

 
Before and after your internship:

• A buddy (a local student and AIESEC member) will help support you through the process, and stay in communication with you while you undertake your exchange.
• Visa and invitation letter support
• Pre-departure cultural support including preparation workshops on campus to help you deal with culture shock, tips and tricks on being away from Singapore, and a chance to meet past participants.
• National Conferences and events
  One national preparation conference (XprepCon) held in Singapore to prepare you for your internship (Dates TBC)

 
What countries and regions can I travel to?

We offer internships in a variety of regions around the world. The majority of our internship placements are clustered in the following regions. You will have choice over your preferred region:

Africa

Chose from Uganda, Kenya

Asia

Choose from China, Indonesia, Philippines and Taiwan

Central and Eastern Europe

Choose from Poland, Turkey, Hungary, Romania and Ukraine

South America

Choose from Brazil or Colombia

 
What are the costs?

515 SG dollars
Flights, insurance and visa costs are not included

 
Where can I get more info and what's next?

For more information or to speak to one of our on-campus reps: Sign up for more info

Seen enough? Apply to be assessed by one of our on-campus reps: Apply to get assessed