GDN Global • Student Internship Program
Student Internships at GDN Global
Build a portfolio. Learn global storytelling. Engage Africa & the diaspora.
GDN Global is an international media platform covering Africa-centered opportunity, diaspora engagement,
global policy shifts, and economic inclusion. Our internships offer real-world experience in
research, writing, communications, outreach, workforce pipeline development, and digital infrastructure.
If you’re interested in Africa, the global African diaspora, media, international affairs, workforce strategy,
or web development—this is for you.
- Remote
- 8–12 weeks
- 5–10 hrs/week
- Credit eligible
Why Intern With GDN Global?
Portfolio-Ready Experience
Build real samples: briefs, drafts, campaign posts, outreach materials, and digital assets.
Mentorship & Feedback
Clear weekly goals, professional workflows, and actionable feedback to help you grow fast.
Mission-Driven Work
Contribute to public education connected to The Economic Liberation of Africa.
Global Storytelling + Workforce Impact
Support media, partnerships, and workforce systems linking Africa and the diaspora.
Note: This is a structured internship program—not a casual volunteer role.
Internship Basics
Remote
8–12 weeks (semester)
5–10 hours/week
Juniors/Seniors, Grad, early-career
Eligible with school approval
Select placements when available
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Choose Your Track
Pick one track (or tell us your top two).
1) Research & Policy Intern
Research and fact-check stories about Africa, diaspora economics, and global affairs.
Good for: International Relations, African Studies, Political Science, Economics, Sociology.
2) Media & Editorial Intern
Support article development, editing, formatting, newsletters, and podcast/video research notes.
Good for: Journalism, Communications, English, Media Studies.
3) Digital & Social Media Intern
Draft social posts, repurpose content, track engagement, and support campaigns.
Good for: Marketing, Digital Media, Communications.
4) Partnerships & Outreach Intern
Research organizations, support outreach lists, coordinate briefings/events, and map ecosystems.
Good for: Business, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, International Studies.
5) Youth & Campus Engagement Intern (select)
Translate content for students, help create youth explainers, support campus outreach.
Good for: Education, Sociology, Leadership Studies.
6) Sales & Employer Partnerships Intern
Build employer pipelines, support outreach campaigns, and connect companies to Africa-centered talent pathways.
Good for: Business, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Public Administration.
7) Website Development & Digital Infrastructure Intern
Improve WordPress pages, optimize CTAs and forms, strengthen UX, and support analytics-informed site improvements.
Good for: Web Development, Computer Science, Information Systems, UX/UI, Digital Media.
Compensation Note
Most GDN Global internships are currently unpaid as we build program funding. We intend to add stipends as we grow.
The Sales Internship is self-supporting with performance-based earnings.
We remain committed to providing structured mentorship, practical portfolio-building work, and clear professional development outcomes across all tracks.
How The Sixth Region Right of First Refusal (RoFR) Project Fits In
The RoFR Project is a cross-track applied layer inside this internship initiative.
You select one primary track, and each track contributes a role-specific RoFR-aligned output.
Foundation
Week 1 onboarding on Sixth Region, RoFR concepts, and mission-aligned standards.
Track Execution
Track-specific outputs with RoFR context in policy, storytelling, outreach, workforce, and digital operations.
Capstone
Cross-track RoFR Opportunity Briefing at the end of the term.
Program Principle: RoFR integration strengthens your designated track — it does not replace it.
RoFR Responsibilities by Track
Each track remains intact while contributing one RoFR-aligned deliverable.
1) Research & Policy
Country/policy scans and “where RoFR could shift outcomes” briefs.
2) Media & Editorial
RoFR explainers, myth-vs-fact content, and interview prep notes.
3) Digital & Social
RoFR social series, FAQs, and audience engagement pathways.
4) Partnerships & Outreach
Partner mapping and RoFR briefing coordination with institutions.
5) Youth & Campus Engagement
Student-facing explainers, campus kits, and ambassador support.
6) Sales & Employer Partnerships
Employer pipeline support tied to Africa-focused talent demand.
7) Website Development & Digital Infrastructure
RoFR landing modules, CTA flow improvements, and conversion tracking support.
What You’ll Actually Do
- Build research briefs and timelines for upcoming features
- Draft newsletter excerpts and RoFR explainer summaries
- Support social campaigns tied to major stories
- Contribute one RoFR-aligned deliverable in your selected track
- Support employer outreach and/or partner ecosystem mapping
- Update WordPress pages, optimize CTAs, and test form flow
What You’ll Receive
- Official internship recognition
- Mentorship and feedback
- Reference or letter of recommendation (upon successful completion)
- Portfolio samples
- Byline or acknowledgment credit (when appropriate)
How Supervision Works
Weekly Plan
Clear assignments and deadlines
Check-In
One weekly meeting (group or 1:1)
Feedback
Actionable notes to improve fast
How to Apply
Email the following:
- Short statement of interest (5–10 sentences)
- Résumé/CV
- School + program/major + year
- Your preferred track(s)
- Your availability (weeks + hours/week)
- Optional: writing sample or portfolio link
RoFR Note: All interns complete at least one track-aligned deliverable connected to
The Sixth Region Right of First Refusal Project.
RoFR Note: All interns complete at least one track-aligned deliverable connected to The Sixth Region Right of First Refusal Project.
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If you want to sharpen your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and engage Africa and the diaspora with integrity—apply now.
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