Host organization: Centre for Media Literacy and Community Development (CEMCOD)
The Centre for Media Literacy and Community Development (CEMCOD) is a Ugandan nonprofit organization founded in 2013. CEMCOD’s primary focus is on enhancing the capacities of communities to use media effectively for social change, promoting transparency, accountability, and civic participation. Through various innovative programs, the organization empowers marginalized communities, especially youth and women, by leveraging media and information literacy (MIL) to foster community development.
Position Title: Documentation & Content Creation Intern
Language: advanced level of English (both written and spoken) is required.
Mandate: The Documentation and Content Creation Intern will contribute to CEMCOD’s mission of advancing media literacy, civic engagement, and community development through media, research, and capacity-building initiatives.
The intern will have the opportunity to carry out the following activities, in addition to other related tasks depending on the needs of the partner organization:
- Document organizational activities and field projects through written stories, photos, and short videos.
- Draft high-quality blogs, success stories, and program reports for dissemination on CEMCOD’s platforms.
- Support the production of newsletters and other digital publications.
- Collaborate with program officers to ensure accurate reporting and storytelling on project outcomes.
- Contribute to maintaining an up-to-date content repository for organizational communication.
- Participate in M&E documentation and lessons-learned exercises.
Required Skills: The candidate must demonstrate an interest in international solidarity and have training or initial experience in media, communication, community development, or a related field.
Training before departure and upon return from the internship
Before departing, selected candidates must participate in a two-week (10 business days) pre-departure training program in Montreal, conducted in French by trainers who are recognized experts in their fields. The program will cover a variety of topics. A shorter online training program, conducted in English, may also be offered.
The IYIP also aims to help participants enter the job market upon their return. As part of this, the program includes workshops designed to improve interview skills and strengthen job search strategies.
In addition, participation in the IYIP covers:
- Airfare;
- Accommodation costs in the host country;
- Visa fees, if required;
- Required vaccinations*;
- Emergency medical insurance;
- Monthly living stipend;
- Personalized follow-up during your stay abroad.
Duration of the internship abroad: 3 months
However, IYIP is a comprehensive 4–5-month commitment that will take you through pre-departure training (2 weeks), an international internship (3 months), and post-return components including employability training and a mandatory public engagement activity.
To be eligible for the International Youth Internship Program (IYIP), the candidate must:
- Be 18-30 years old
- Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident
- Not have previously completed an IYIP Placement (see our FAQ)
The International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) is particularly aimed at youth facing barriers to employment: those who belong to or identify themselves as members of a group that faces discrimination, such as people living with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, racialized youth and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
Please access the form below by clicking on apply.
- Only the candidate who send its CV and motivation letter (in PDF via the registration form) will be considered during the selection process.
Information: psij@alternatives.ca
