Journalism Internship in Morocco
Interested in gaining experience in international journalism? Looking to travel the world and learn about Moroccan culture? Immerse yourself in the history-filled, colorful city of Rabat and work for a local news agency.
All About the Internship
Support a local news agency, the only one of its kind in Morocco. Freedom of speech, democracy, transparency and integrity are at the core of what they do, and they report Moroccan and MENA news online, in English, without bias or a political agenda. Their readership includes the international Moroccan community, so their reach is global, and they are read by about 15-20k individuals daily. Gain firsthand experience in the industry while immersing yourself in another culture and learning from locals.
This is a great opportunity for someone interested in the political and social climate in Morocco at the moment, or for any English language, writing or journalism students.
To learn more about the internship, visit our website to read up on all the details: https://www.kayavolunteer.com/project/journalism-internship-morocco
Getting University Credit
You may be able to gain university credit for your experience abroad. We recommend speaking to your study abroad advisor or academic department to learn more about your options. Many universities offer credit, and may classify our program as an internship, experiential education, a global experience or an academic experience, and here at Kaya we can work with you to meet any specific requirements your university may have.
Your institution may already be affiliated with Kaya to provide these credits, so ask a Kaya advisor for more details first!
Details, Costs and Deadlines
Start Date: Rolling start dates
Duration: 4+ weeks (flexible)
Costs: Please see our website
Requirements: Age 18+
Location: Rabat, Morocco
Working hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week
What is included in those costs?
- Accommodations: Shared bedroom in a volunteer house; option for a host family (inquire; this also depends on Covid-19 protocols)
- Food: 2 meals per day Mondays through Fridays
- Scheduled airport pick up and drop off from Rabat-Salé airport
- Training including a pre-departure information pack, learning reflection guide, on-site orientation, cultural tour and project induction
- Support: 24-hour support from on-site coordinator
- We'll help you plan your weekend excursions!
What's not included?
- Flights
- Insurance
- Visas
- Daily transfers to and from the project; walkable or taxi (~5 Moroccan dirhams each way)
- Lunch during the week and weekend meals
- Police/government background check: US and UK citizens will be processed through Kaya (admin fees apply); all other nationalities must provide local police check
- Any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country
Contact our Placement Advisors at info@kayavolunteer.com if you have questions about costs, inclusions or anything else!
What about traveling during Covid-19?
As we prepare for a responsible return to travel, our priority at Kaya Responsible Travel is safety. We care deeply about the safety of both our participants and our host communities on the ground. With that in mind, we have developed and implemented extensive plans for selected projects in the Americas, Africa, and Asia where we can safely continue to carry out important work with our participants. You can learn about our reopening plans here.
Interested in Applying?
Apply through Handshake to express your interest and get contacted by one of our Placement Advisors. After they make contact, they can guide you through the process of choosing a Kaya program and submitting a formal application through our website. Our Advisors are friendly and ready to discuss any goals or challenges you wish to share; they can help you prepare to go abroad and answer any questions you may have about Kaya in general, our Covid-19 safety protocols, or specific internship/service opportunities.
Want to Talk to a Placement Advisor Before You Apply?
Not sure if this is the right experience for you? Have questions about costs, getting credit, traveling abroad, or more? Are you considering any other Kaya opportunities, like our Virtual Internships? Please do feel free to reach out to our Advisors, Tom Gore and Jess Palmer. They're ready to help - email them anytime at info@kayavolunteer.com.
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Want More Options?
Check out a full list of Kaya's Social Justice internships. If you're not ready to travel yet, we get it. Have you ever considered a Virtual Internship (with added cultural workshops and chats with locals your age)? Journalism translates well to the virtual format!