Virtual – Food and Nutrition Security
Virtual, Uganda
- Dates – TBD
- Max Enrollment – 25
- Prerequisites – No
- Career Area – Food and Nutrition Security
Program Overview
This six-week virtual internship and seminar will focus on the role of local, community-based, and international aid organizations in supporting the development of food and nutrition security in Uganda. As an intern, you might be working on projects related to: intergovernmental work to eradicate hunger and improve nutrition; governmental work involved in food relief, Ugandan health sector, or agricultural advisory services; or NGO work in development, relief, and advocacy across food and hunger projects. You’ll learn about and assess the challenges facing the public and private sectors in the production and provision of food and nutrition programs in Uganda, including aspects of agriculture, logistics, and climate change.
Prior to and during your internship, you will take part in a seminar course. The seminar starts with training modules to prepare and support you in your internship. Each week you will participate in reflection and discussion sessions, in addition to writing and presentation assignments.
This program is provided by SIT Study Abroad, a non-profit, international organization focusing on critical global issues around the world.
Program Contacts
- Program Coordinator – TBD
- Instructor of Record – Aliki Dragona
Program Highlights
- Gain valuable practical experience in food and nutrition security.
- Contribute to the work of important health or social justice organizations.
- Enhance your skills using digital tools and accomplishing remote-based work.
- Excellent opportunity to hone and apply concepts learned in classrooms in global contexts.
- Outstanding résumé line item and interview talking point.