International Relations Office

International Internships (i-Intern)

India and Southeast Asia – Internships with the Singapore International Foundation in India, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos and Vietnam


What is this programme about?

Established in 1991, the Singapore International Foundation (SIF; www.sif.org.sg) is a non-profit organisation with the vision of “Making Friends for a Better World”. SIF believes in helping to uplift lives through sustainable development projects overseas with the help of a vibrant and committed volunteer community.  To date, SIF has sent more than 2,000 volunteers overseas to various countries in the region and beyond.

SIF is offering NUS students internship opportunities through the Singapore International Volunteers (SIV) Student Fellowship. Internship positions are multi-disciplinary and available in various countries in the region. These assignments are a great match for you if you like meeting new people and experiencing different cultures while helping to contribute to a better world.


When does the programme take place?

May to August, 2013


Where does the programme take place?

Various sites in India and Southeast Asia (Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Vietnam)


What is the academic/internship content?

Internships are available with SIF’s local partners in various Asian countries.

Country / City
Internship Focus Area
SIF Partners / Internship Hosts
India / Tamil Nadu
International Development
Buds of Christ
Cambodia
Video Production
Sao Sary Foundation Caritas Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health
Indonesia / Bandung
Marketing Communications
State Senior High School (SMAN 11)
Laos / Vientiane
Research and Analysis
UN Office on Drugs and Crime field office
Vietnam / Hanoi
Marketing
National College of Education University of Social Sciences and Humanities

 

What is the intern accommodation?

SIF will help to provide students with accommodation of a reasonable standard.


How much does it cost?

SIF will provide interns with accommodation and a monthly stipend. See table below for an estimate of other costs.

Item Cost – India (10 weeks) Cost – SE Asia (10 weeks)
Accommodation
Provided by SIF
Food
Approx. SGD 800
Ground Transport
Approx. SGD 50
Airfare
Approx. SGD 900
Approx. SGD 500
Insurance
Approx. SGD 250
Visa
Approx. SGD 150
Approx. SGD 100
Miscellaneous Expenditure (e.g. entertainment, etc.)
Approx. SGD 1,000
Total Estimated Cost Approx. SGD 3,150 Approx. SGD 2,750


Please note, these are estimated expenses and actual expenses may differ based on price shifts and personal spending habits!


Is financial assistance available?

Interns will be provided with a stipend for the duration of the internship.

Students participating on this programme are eligible to apply for the NASA Enhancement Bursary or Scholarship. For more information, visit this webpage: http://www.nus.edu.sg/iro/financial/out/nasa/index.html


Number of placements available?

SIV Student Fellowship positions are available in the following countries:

 
  • India:6
  • Cambodia:2
  • Indonesia:1
  • Laos: 2
  • Vietnam:1

 

What are the eligibility requirements?

 
  • Students from any faculty who have completed at least one year of study at NUS prior to participating in this programme.
  • Students should not be in their graduating semester prior to participating in this programme.
  • Prior Youth Expedition Project (YEP) experience and internship/work experience is preferable.
  • Strong interest in community development work is preferable.
  • Specific requirements for each internship site are:
   
  • India – Comfortable working with children. Suitable for FASS students (e.g. Social Work, Psychology, Human Geography).
  • Cambodia – Suitable for majors in Communications & New Media and Digital Media.
  • Indonesia – Ability to speak Bahasa Indonesia will be advantageous. Suitable for majors in Marketing and Communications.
  • Laos – Suitable for majors in SE Asian Studies, Political Science, Geography, Economics.
  • Vietnam – Suitable for majors in Marketing, Business Administration.

 

Is a visa required?

Yes. SIF and its partner organisations will provide the necessary advice for obtaining a visa, as well as for in-country visa extensions (if necessary) after arrival in the host country.

Students are responsible for ensuring that they have proper entry documents for all countries they plan to visit as part of this programme!


How do I apply?

Application deadline is Friday, 15th March 2013.

Applications and Required Documents:

 
   
  • Latest unofficial NUS transcript;
  • Latest CV/Resume.


IRO will notify shortlisted students in March about interviews with SIF.


Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here.

Students interested in additional volunteer opportunities with SIF can click here to find out more.


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