Teach sports and valuable life skills to talented young people in Ghana
If you’re aiming to work in the sports sector, or if you’re just passionate about coaching sports and want to have an international work adventure, this could be a great internship for you! This sports internship in Ghana allows you to join a passionate team in offering inspiring sports programs to talented young people.
You’ll join the Impact Youth Foundation, a charity that offers sports coaching as a tool to inspire and uplift youth in underserved rural communities. By teaching basketball and soccer, the Impact Youth programs teach life skills, nurture talent, and boost confidence in kids that need it.
As a sports coaching intern, you’ll help plan and facilitate sports sessions. You’ll teach group sessions to young kids, and you’ll help nurture the talent of young people who have been scouted. There’s also the opportunity to assist with project management, fundraising, and overall program development.
The Impact Youth Foundation is a nonprofit organization that offers sports coaching in a rural community in Ghana. The nonprofit uses sports – particularly basketball – as a tool for equipping young people with relevant life skills, and allowing at-risk youth to pursue successful careers. Through their different programs, Impact Youth provides mentoring to talented kids, as well as sports classes for the community at large, in an effort to encourage healthy living and boost confidence in kids. In addition, they offer vocational training and apprenticeships to equip young people with employability skills.
The Impact Youth Foundation is based in a village on the outskirts of Accra, Ghana’s capital. Most sports training happens there, though the organization also runs sports programs in Accra and Kumasi.
During this Sports Coaching Internship in Ghana, you’ll enjoy a variety of tasks, which – depending on your skills and experience – can include;
There are two accommodation options for this internship.
A private room with en-suite bathroom in a homestay may be possible, but is subject to availability. Otherwise, you will receive assistance in renting an apartment nearby the projects that the organization runs. Each accommodation has a private bedroom and bathroom, fully equipped kitchen, TV, Wifi, and other amenities. Once you have your exact dates chosen, we will assist you in securing the apartment.
Generally, Ghana is a friendly country. Bearing this in mind, you should always be aware that tourists are targets for pickpockets and thieves in any country so it’s important to be vigilant and use common sense to stay safe.
Consult your doctor to find out which vaccinations you will need to travel to Ghana. Some vaccinations require a longer incubation period, so it is wise to schedule your visit 2-3 months in advance. You will also be recommended to take anti-malaria tablets, which you will most likely need to start taking prior to your trip departure.
Both lodging options offer Wifi access, so you can stay connected while at your accommodation. For full-time network access, you can use your current mobile phone plan in Ghana if you enable international roaming or a cheaper alternative is to buy a local SIM card, if your phone is unlocked for international carriers. You can go to most neighborhood shops with your passport to buy a local SIM card along with airtime and/or a data bundle.
As you will be staying in a self-catering apartment, you will need to budget and plan time to do your own grocery shopping and cooking. Each apartment is equipped with a fully-functioning kitchen including a fridge/freezer, stove, microwave, and basic cooking utensils. There are also plenty of restaurant choices around Accra to eat out at.
If you choose the homestay option, you will receive breakfast & dinner daily. You can prepare your own lunch before heading to the project, or eat at local spots nearby.
Ghana is a stunning country with incredible biodiversity on both a cultural and natural level. You can travel from the magical Gold Coast, hike in the green hills of the Volta and Ashanti regions, and even go on safaris in the Savannah in the north of the country.
Internship start and end dates are flexible and will be discussed with you during the selection process.
NOTE: The listed fees are subject to change based on availability and time of year. We cannot guarantee the rates below, however, they will give you an idea of the price range for an apartment. Please get in touch for availability and cost for the homestay option.
What you’ll pay (2025 rates - subject to change)
8 weeks USD 2,502
12 weeks USD 3,319
16 weeks USD 4,137
20 weeks USD 4,954
24 weeks USD 5,771
Some of our most commonly asked questions for programs in Ghana.
During your internship in Ghana you will have the opportunity to work on real-world projects, collaborate with diverse teams, develop new skills, improve your problem-solving abilities, and strengthen your teamwork and communication skills. You’ll also be able to create a strong, professional network of people with various backgrounds.
No, not by Western standards. The cost of living is significantly lower than Western cities. However, the major development in the capital city, Accra, has caused the costs to rise in recent years compared to other destinations in Africa.
Yes, but you must ensure with your university that your supervisor approves this. It is also possible to purchase transfer credits that can be added to your internship.
Unfortunately, you will not be able to receive any form of compensation. Your internship will be unpaid while working with the nonprofit organization, so we’ve included some ways to fund your internship here. The chances for professional and personal growth, along with the wealth of new knowledge you’ll gain, are invaluable!
If you’re ready to apply for this internship, here’s what to do:
Fill in the application form (it will show in a new screen) which includes sharing your CV to us.
We’ll set up a call with you to go through your application.
If we feel it’s a good match, we’ll set up a call between you and the supervisor for this internship.
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.
Only once we receive payment of the deposit your placement will be confirmed.
Or if you’d just like to ask us some questions about this internship first, just fill in the contact form below. We’ll be happy to assist!
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