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COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING INTERNSHIP IN CAMBODIA
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PROGRAM OVERVIEW
BUILD COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING SKILLS WHILST HELPING TO LIFT CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES OUT OF POVERTY
This is your chance to help break the cycle of poverty for children in Cambodia whilst gaining skills and experience in marketing and communications. You’ll contribute to fundraising strategies, manage social media channels, and help connect a wider community to support a nonprofit in running integrated programs so impoverished children and their families can break the cycle of poverty.
You’ll work for a social impact nonprofit that works towards community uplift through various programs revolving around the core offerings of education, nutrition and health. REACH Siem Reap’s holistic approach supports children from 5 to 18 years old whilst also offering outreach assistance to their families. Their aim is to provide children with a safe, educational space to grow, develop, find employment in adulthood, and break the cycle of poverty.
As a nonprofit, this organization relies on donations and outside funding to sustain their important work. Your role as an intern will be to help spread word and raise support for their programs. This is a versatile internship that will provide you with experience in marketing, communications, and fundraising. You’ll be engaged in devising and executing fundraising campaigns, managing social media channels, and liaising with NGO partnerships.
ORGANIZATION
This organization is a social impact nonprofit focussed on breaking the cycle of poverty and reducing the socio-economic gap in Siem Reap, Cambodia through education. REACH Siem Reap provides English classes alongside a range of 12 integrated programs.
They take a more holistic approach to most education initiatives and when enrolling children into their school they provide their families with all-rounded support. Their aim is to provide children with both quality education and a safe environment to grow so that one day they can find fair employment and break free from poverty.
TASKS & REQUIreMENTS
Your role will revolve around boosting the reach and engagement of the organization’s marketing and communications channels. You’ll be involved with developing and executing strategies for social media channels and fundraising campaigns. Your days will be spent measuring the progress of campaigns, identifying areas for development, and devising strategies for improvement.
Responsibilities
- Assisting with marketing strategy
- Handling growth and engagement for social media
- Creating content for blogs, newsletters, articles and other online channels
- Assist with video editing
- Assist with content writing that helps the social media accounts grow organically
- Analysis and reports
Requirements
- Academic background or experience in marketing, communications, or related field is preferred
- Fluent English language skills
- Familiarity with social media platforms
- Computer literate
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent written communication
- Culturally aware and open-minded
- Working with children requires a permit or valid police check
WHERE YOU’LL STAY
You’ll be based in Siem Reap, Cambodia’s second-largest city and the capital of Siem Reap Province. The city boasts a blend of French colonial and Chinese architectural influences and offers an array of attractions including museums, traditional Apsara dance performances, a Cambodian cultural village, and a diverse cuisine and nightlife. Most notably, Siem Reap is home to the renowned Angkor Wat temples pictured on Cambodia’s flag.
Accommodation is organized on a case-by-case basis from a selection of guesthouses and hotels. Each apartment is well-equipped with comfortable rooms, laundry, a kitchen, and Wifi. The guesthouse options include breakfast; there is not a shared kitchen for guests to use, but there is a restaurant on-site and plenty of local spots nearby to try out. Interns will also have the option to join for two meals at the organization’s center.
Safety & Support
Safety & Support
Cambodians are very friendly and although most visits are trouble-free, petty crime (e.g. bag or phone snatches) does occur. Make sure to visit your doctor and dentist for a check-up before your internship and to get all the recommended vaccines and/or medications necessary to stay healthy. Malaria risk is present throughout the year in all areas except Phnom Penh, other main cities, Angkor Wat, Siem Reap and close to Tonle Sap. Depending on your travel plans, consult your local health clinic for advice on malaria precautions.
Communication
Communication
Mobile network in the bigger cities is generally good, but you might not be able to use your phone in the more rural areas. Note that global roaming is often very expensive in Cambodia, so you might want to consider buying a local SIM card.
Meals
Meals
Prepare your own meals at the accommodation or you can join for two meals (9.30AM / 3:30PM at the organization’s center).
Location details
Location details
You’ll be based in Siem Reap, Cambodia’s second-largest city and the capital of Siem Reap Province. The city boasts a blend of French colonial and Chinese architectural influences and offers an array of attractions including museums, traditional Apsara dance performances, a Cambodian cultural village, and a diverse cuisine and nightlife. Most notably, Siem Reap is home to the renowned Angkor Wat temples pictured on Cambodia’s flag.
DATES & RATES
Fee Breakdown
Internship dates are flexible. The exact start and end dates will be discussed with you during the selection process.
What you’ll pay (2025 rates)
The rate depends on the type of available accommodation, but for a private apartment they start at:
12 weeks USD 2,025
16 weeks USD 2,326
20 weeks USD 2,628
26 weeks USD 3,066
Inclusions
- Careful matchmaking. It takes time to find the right internship for each person, and we take this process very seriously
- Initial interview with one of our team to gauge your skills, interests, and desired learning outcomes
- An academic internship eligible for university credit. Check with your university to confirm if this internship qualifies for credit or alternatively we can assist you with purchasing transfer credits.
- Accommodation in an apartment in town. Please contact us for availability and prices. It’s also possible to stay in a single room in a guesthouse (additional fee applies).
- Airport transfer upon arrival
- Prepare your own meals at the accommodation or you can join for two meals (9.30AM/3:30PM at the organization’s center)
- Wi-Fi access
- Assistance with your visa arrangement and other preparations
- An orientation program with your supervisor
- Supervision and support during your stay
- Regular check-ins during your internship with your supervisor
- Troubleshooting if needed
- A reference letter at the end of your internship
Exclusions
- Flights to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport
- Visa and medical/travel insurance costs for the duration of your placement – must include cover for repatriation
- Meals on the weekend (and during the week if you choose not to eat at REACH)
- Transport to the office
- Airport transfer upon departure
- Electricity bill in case of staying in an apartment, the costs vary depending on your usage (between USD 30-100 per month)
- Drinks, snacks, and items of personal nature (f.e. curios, gifts, clothing)
- Costs for additional excursions or activities
GALLERY
QUICK FACTS
LOCATION: Siem Reap, Cambodia
PROJECT FOCUS: Social Impact / Education NGO
TASK FOCUS: Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media, Reporting
LENGTH: Min. 12 weeks
COST: From USD 2,025
HOW TO APPLY
If you’re ready to apply for this internship, here’s what to do:
APPLY
Fill in the application form (it will show in a new screen) which includes sharing your CV to us.
SPEAK WITH AN ADVISOR
We’ll set up a call with you to go through your application.
INTERNSHIP MATCHING
If we feel it’s a good match, we’ll set up a call between you and the supervisor for this internship.
PAYMENT
If everyone’s happy, we’ll provisionally confirm your placement! We’ll then send you the invoice for the deposit, getting started with the booking process and all the info you need.
CONFIRMATION
Only once we receive payment of the deposit your placement will be confirmed.
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