Host organization: PROTÈGE QV
PROTÈGE QV is a Cameroonian association founded in 1995. The organization’s mission is to promote individual and collective initiatives aimed at protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for Cameroonian families. The main programs currently underway at PROTEGE QV are: Local Leadership; Environmental Protection; Information and Communication Technologies for Development (ICT4D).
Its action strategies are as follows:
- Information and training to build the capacity of development actors;
- Research and development in the field of technology;
- Conducting studies and/or consultations on topics within its area of expertise;
- Promoting the adoption of ICTs at the grassroots level to achieve sustainable development goals.
Position Title: Urban Agriculture & Communications Intern
Language: advanced level of French (both written and spoken) is required.
Mandate: The intern will contribute to the development and promotion of urban gardens, including raised-bed gardens, in Yaoundé.
Among other things, they will have the opportunity to focus on the following areas:
- Developing gardening solutions using bags or other containers;
- Converting various household waste into compost and proposing a solution for a household above-ground compost bin;
- Setting up the PROTÈGE QV demonstration garden;
- Supporting the organization and facilitation of training sessions on creating urban gardens;
- Developing informational support materials on this topic;
- Renovating the urban agriculture kiosk.
Across all these areas, the intern will be required to regularly prepare content about the different activities on social media.
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
