I had a wonderful time working with Roots and my host organization. I was walked through the interview process and appreciated how well my wishes were heard. My interests, schedule, and goals were taken into account at every turn. I felt supported during my stay and the accommodations were very nice. One of the best parts about this internship was how flexible it was. At the beginning, this was a bit of a challenge, but once you find your own rhythm and goals, its a great model. I did everything from working one-on-one with a few of the kids from...I had a wonderful time working with Roots and my host organization. I was walked through the interview process and appreciated how well my wishes were heard. My interests, schedule, and goals were taken into account at every turn. I felt supported during my stay and the accommodations were very nice. One of the best parts about this internship was how flexible it was. At the beginning, this was a bit of a challenge, but once you find your own rhythm and goals, its a great model. I did everything from working one-on-one with a few of the kids from the school, facilitating a girl power group, working on lesson plans with teachers, helping create a business plan, developing a mission and vision statement, and so much more. Each day was new and different - a real adventure. My whole experience was so pleasant that I decided to come back after my internship and I'll be staying in Zambia for the rest of the year! My life has been changed for the better because of this experience. See More Shelby, American – University of Southern California Price
Female Empowerment Internship, Zambia
I had an incredible time interning in Zambia. Roots facilitated the whole process and provided ample guidance. They were supportive and patient while I worked with my university to ensure the credits would transfer. Any question I had was answered promptly and completely. I felt very supported, safe, and attended to at all times. I cannot recommend Roots enough.I had an incredible time interning in Zambia. Roots facilitated the whole process and provided ample guidance. They were supportive and patient while I worked with my university to ensure the credits would transfer. Any question I had was answered promptly and completely. I felt very supported, safe, and attended to at all times. I cannot recommend Roots enough.
Annie, American – Northeastern University
Female Empowerment Education Internship, Zambia
Moving to Africa was very scary for me, but thanks to Roots, the transition was very smooth. I interned in South Africa for three months in the gender-based violence space and realized that aiding survivors of GBV is something I am incredibly passionate about. After my time in South Africa, I headed to Zambia to intern in a community center. My internship in Zambia taught me a lot about the different aspects of running a nonprofit, as well as exposed me to different sectors I could potentially work in. Both of these internships have helped me for the better and...Moving to Africa was very scary for me, but thanks to Roots, the transition was very smooth. I interned in South Africa for three months in the gender-based violence space and realized that aiding survivors of GBV is something I am incredibly passionate about. After my time in South Africa, I headed to Zambia to intern in a community center. My internship in Zambia taught me a lot about the different aspects of running a nonprofit, as well as exposed me to different sectors I could potentially work in. Both of these internships have helped me for the better and have guided me in figuring out what I want my future career to look like. See More Olivia, American – Flagler College
Communications and Marketing Internship, Zambia
