Intern and gain excellent personal and professional experience in this beautiful country steeped in history.  Ghana, Africa's first independent former colony, is today a democracy that enjoys political stability and is known for being a safe, hassle-free, friendly destination for visitors.  Cape Coast is set amongst beautiful beaches and previously one of the largest slave holding sites in the world.  In the 17th century, Cape Coast grew from a small fishing village to an important trading port and the center of West Africa's slave trade, later becoming the first capital of Britain's Gold Coast colony.  Today this vibrant town is capital of Ghana's Central Region and home to over 100,000 people and some of the country's leading academic institutions.

Interns work within the community and one of our affiliated non-governmental organizations (NGO's), government social programs or a self-initiated project.  Projects are determined by community need as well as interns' skills and interests.  Interns can expect a mutually beneficial experience as part of real, sustainable development and professional growth.  A designated Project Coordinator guides each intern through the project planning, execution, and conclusion phases of their program.

On-site, you will live in Cape Coast or a nearby community, work with local partners, and receive extensive support from our international staff team and welcoming community partners.  Homestays, language study, and cultural/adventure excursions encourage participants' complete immersion and cultural integration into Ghanaian life.  While many weekends are left free for independent travel and exploration, on select weekends the program offers cultural visits to local area attractions as well as the opportunity during the week to take part in local language classes and cultural workshops.

Visiting Cape Coast and Elmina Castles, Fante language classes, participating in remote community cultural events and celebrations, and short term weekend development projects.

Accommodations are provided with a local family in Ghana.  Each student will have a private room with a shared bathroom. Most meals will be provided.

Health:

Clinical Placements
Public Health Education
Community Outreach
Sexual Reproductive Health
Malaria and TB Prevention

Environmental:

Environmental Education
Eco-tourism

Social and Economic Development:

Construction
Education and Youth Development
Small Business Support and Marketing
Capacity Building
Community Empowerment

Internships start the first Saturday of each of month, 2 week minimum duration

$1,795

$490 for each additional week

• Internship placement
• Intensive Orientation
• Housing
• Most Meals
• Airport Pickup
• Health and Travel Insurance
• Project Funding & Support
• Cultural & Adventure Excursions
• In Country Transportation
• Support Services

• Fill out the IEP Application and review information on the Apply page.
• Pay a $200 deposit to International Education Programs.

Send the above materials to:

International Education Programs
Jacksonville University
2800 University Blvd North
Gooding 105
Jacksonville, Florida 32211