On Request, Not Fixed
This placement follows current content and outreach needs rather than a fixed schedule, so we arrange it individually — tell us your skills and availability when you apply.
Location
VOT office & partner sites, Mwanza
Duration
2–12 weeks
Age
18+
Supervision
Coordinated directly with VOT's local team
About this program
This internship is for volunteers who want to put media, writing or communications skills to use in the field. You'll support VOT and partner organisations with photography, writing, and outreach content — things like documenting what's happening across VOT's placements, writing up volunteer stories, and helping partner organisations with their outreach and social content.
Because this placement is on request rather than a fixed program, it's arranged individually around current needs at VOT and its partners at the time you apply. It's a good fit for journalism, media studies and communications students who want practical, real-world content experience alongside VOT's local team in Mwanza.
- Photography, writing and outreach content for VOT and partner organisations
- Documenting VOT placements and writing up volunteer stories
- Supporting partner organisations' outreach and social content
- Good for journalism, media studies and communications students
- On request — placements are arranged individually around current needs
How It Works
Arranged Around Current Needs
Documenting VOT Placements
Help capture and write up what's happening across VOT's programs, from photography to volunteer story write-ups shared with future applicants.
Supporting Partner Outreach
Support VOT and partner organisations with outreach and social content, coordinated directly with our local team in Mwanza.
Good to Know
Requirements & what's included
Is this placement available year-round?
This program is on request rather than a fixed, always-running placement. We match volunteers to current content and outreach needs at VOT and its partners, so exact tasks and availability are confirmed once you apply.
Do I need journalism or media experience?
It helps, but it isn't required. This placement suits journalism, media studies and communications students especially well — share your background and any relevant experience when you apply.
Can I combine this with another placement?
Yes — many volunteers combine this with another program such as Community or Education, documenting that placement as part of their communications work. Tell us your interests when you apply.
What's included
✓ Airport pickup & transfers
✓ Shared housing, 3 meals a day
✓ Daily transport to your placement
✓ 5-day Swahili crash course
✓ City & safety orientation
✓ WiFi & 24/7 staff support
In Their Words
What volunteers say
★★★★★
"The support from the local team was outstanding from the moment I landed at the airport. They helped me navigate the language barrier and made me feel right at home in Rock City."
Laura Müller — Germany, VOT Volunteer