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Sustainable Agriculture Intern at Local NGO
This NGO supports poor rural communities to adapt to the changing environment and sustainably manage their own livelihoods. With more than 15 years of experience, the NGO is one of Vietnam’s most-established NGO with over 50 projects focusing on Sustainable Agriculture, Rural Livelihoods, Climate Change Adaptation, Forestry Governance and Pro-Poor Policy Advocacy.
About the Host
With the philosophy to support local vulnerable communities to gain agency of their resources and reach sustainable livelihoods, the NGO is dedicated to run far-reaching projects in rural, disadvantaged areas of the country and work with the locals. Their expertises include Sustainable Agriculture, Rural Livelihoods, Climate Change Adaptation, Forestry Governance and Pro-Poor Policy Advocacy.
Over its 15 years of running, its projects have reached thousands of lives of people from 16 provinces across all 3 regions of Vietnam. A dedicated team of experienced staff, apart from implementing projects, the team also regularly act as consultants for local authorities and international partners, including UNDP, USAID, Oxfam.
Internship Highlights
- Learn how agriculture works in a tropical agricultural, developing country
- Learn how a NGO operates from top down and bottom up, from planning to engaging with the local communities
- Contribute to improve the local livelihoods through your works
- Periodical travel to other provinces - Trip expenses are covered by the host
- Gain industry knowledge and networks in Vietnam/ Asia region
- Secure Professional reference upon successful completion
Program Highlights - All in one!
- Immerse in local culture through Vietnamese lessons, cooking class, city tour and trip to World's top destination (Halong Bay/ Mekong Delta) – All included in the program
- Ample supports from our onsite team and lovely “Local Buddies” – Vietnamese university students who can show you around their city and its hidden gems
- Experience life abroad authentically - More than travelling, get to know the city with the locals!
- Travel Vietnam or hop around Southeast Asia on the weekend (Bangkok is just 2 hours flight away)
- Join our networks of international students and discover Vietnam together
As an intern, you will join the Sustainable Agriculture team. Responsibilities include:
- Assist with the development of project concepts and proposals that support the Sustainable Agriculture department’s short and long term strategy
- Write and/ or edit reports on Sustainable Agriculture, livelihood and value chain programs/ projects
- Support ongoing value chain mainstreaming activities within on-going programs
- Support the development, management and implementation of projects, including undertaking needs assessments, conducting baseline surveys etc as required
- Assist in organizing Sustainable Agriculture workshops
Requirements:
- Background in Agricultural, Forestry Management or Social Sciences, Gender, Microfinance, Sustainable Development, Community Development (or a related discipline)
- Experience in working for development projects and NGOs are advantaged
- Good communication skills, great writing and research skills
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment
- Capacity to work both independently and as part of the team
*Job Description is for reference only. Your actual responsibilities may change based on your skills, interests and the host's requirements at a certain time.
Application Deadline:
Remote internship is open all year round. Application is reviewed on a rolling basis and is expected to be submitted at least 1 month prior to desired start date.
Duration:
Internship duration: 8 to 24 weeks
Working hours: 30 - 40 hours per week (varied depending on applicants and positions)
Program Fee & Inclusion:
Program fee: US$990
Inclusion:
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Guaranteed internship placement relevant to your major and skill set
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Pre-program orientation: Our onsite staff will guide you through 02 online, interactive orientations that focus on Vietnam and Vietnamese culture, how to navigate cross-cultural communications, how to work remotely effectively.
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Career mentorship: Resume coaching, real interview with international employers, online expert sharing session.
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Cultural sessions: Facilitated social exchanges with local peers, cross-cultural debriefs with local staff and fellow international interns.
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On-going internship support: We monitor your progress and offer cross-cultural communications or work-related supports as needed.
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Weekly check-ins with host company (and program coach/ coordinator)
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End-of-program evaluation
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E-certificate upon successful completion (upon request)
ELIGIBILITY
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Our entire process is an easy 5-step journey – from application to after you return home.

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Enrollment
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Internship
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Conclusion
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