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Internships

Community-Based Storytelling in Fiji

Anticipated Trip Cost: $2,599*

(does NOT include airfare)
Dates: June 1st- June 14th, 2025

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Navolau, Fiji

Fiji is known for its beautiful beaches, lush vegetation, and rich cultural traditions. However, in recent years, Fiji has experienced the devastating effects of climate change. In 2016, the northeast corner of Viti Levu was severely hit by Cyclone Winston, damaging homes, roads, crops, and coral reefs. Youthlinc has completed projects in a previous village and has moved to a new village within the Ra province of Fiji, located along the northeast side of the main Fijian island of Viti Levu This side of the island was directly hit by Cyclone Winston and is still recovering years later. Youthlinc partners directly with the Navolau District school to serve the neighboring villages. 

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There are approximately 180 villagers who are primarily fishermen, and subsistence farmers growing bananas, pineapple, passion fruit, papaya, corn, cucumber, beans, and root crops. One of our main projects is to support infrastructure at the school and access to water/sanitation stations throughout the community. The mothers group is a force of nature, they do everything they can to improve the life of their families. 

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We are excited to continue to work directly with the village, the Ministry of Education, and the Office of Community Development to support their plans for the future. 

About the Opportunity

Youthlinc is seeking passionate, motivated students to assist in the administration of a community-based storytelling project in the rural Rakiraki region of Fiji. This project is a unique opportunity to use your communications, international relations, and interviewing skills to document and share the stories of Rakiraki’s residents while fostering meaningful connections and global understanding.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct interviews with Rakiraki residents to capture their unique stories

  • Collaborate with local leaders to ensure culturally sensitive storytelling

  • Develop creative ways to share the community’s stories within and beyond Fiji

  • Document project progress to contribute to Youthlinc’s impact reports

Why Apply?

This internship supports Youthlinc’s mission to create lifetime humanitarians by empowering individuals to engage in meaningful service and global citizenship. Your contributions will:

  • Directly improve the lives of Rakiraki community members by giving voice to their stories and fostering cross-cultural understanding

  • Develop a unique portfolio with hands-on experience in international relations, storytelling, and community diplomacy which can serve as assets in college applications and future employers.

  • Provide a transformative opportunity to strengthen your interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

  • Experience life-changing personal growth through immersive engagement with a resilient and inspiring community, gaining a broader perspective on global issues.

  • Build a global network by working closely with local leaders in Fiji and fellow interns, fostering relationships that can extend beyond the program.

  • Your work will provide an authentic platform for the Rakiraki community to share their experiences, raising awareness to support sustainable development initiatives.

What's Included?

  • Experienced mentor and Team Leader overseeing all internship hours.  

  • All meals, accommodation, in-country transportation, & clean water 

  • Excursions to private beach near Rakiraki

  • Overnight at Nadi Beachfront Resort

  • NOTE: Round-trip international airfare is NOT included in the price, but Youthlinc can book this for you and add it to your account. 

College Credit

  • All Internships for College Credit MUST be approved by the department prior to internship

  • Internships for college credit MAY include additional tuition and fees. 

Eligibility and Commitment

  • Open to all students, regardless of major.

  • Must commit to completing up to 120 hours of work, including on-site engagement in Fiji

  • Willingness to travel to Fiji from June 1-14, 2025.

  • Required to attend all pre-program team meetings prior to departure. Meeting dates/time to be announced.

Financial Support

Youthlinc offers a comprehensive fundraising toolkit, online platform, and mentoring to help you feel empowered to raise the necessary funds in confidence for this program.

Application

Interested students are invited to submit a resume and a 500-word statement of intent detailing their interest in the project, relevant skills, and how this opportunity aligns with their personal and professional goals. This information can be provided in through the following form. 

Application Deadline: February 15, 2025

2025 Fiji Internship:

Community-Based Storytelling

Questions? Contact Easton Bowring at easton@youthlinc.org

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