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AFDC Women’s Global Impact Internship Program (Unpaid Internship for Young Women)

Empower the Future: AFDC Women’s Global Impact Internship Program (Unpaid Internship for Young Women)

Calling Aspiring Female Leaders from Asia and Eurasia!
AF Development Care (AFDC) proudly presents the Women’s Global Impact Internship Program, an exclusive six-month unpaid internship (July to December 2025) designed to empower young women from India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Cambodia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Japan, China, South Korea, Israel, and Taiwan. If you’re a passionate young woman (age 24 or under) dreaming of a career in humanitarian aid, this transformative program is your opportunity to shine and make a global impact!

Why Join the AFDC Women’s Global Impact Internship Program?
This program is crafted to support 20 exceptional young women from diverse Asian and Eurasian countries, addressing the unique challenges they face in pursuing education and careers in humanitarian development due to socio-economic barriers, cultural constraints, or limited opportunities. AFDC is committed to providing a dynamic platform to help you grow, lead, and advocate for change.

As an intern, you’ll:

  • Gain Hands-On Experience: Contribute to AFDC’s humanitarian projects, working on real-world solutions for global challenges.
  • Receive Expert-Led Training: Participate in workshops on humanitarian aid, gender equality, sustainable development, and advocacy.
  • Be Mentored by Experts: Benefit from personalized guidance by AFDC’s Executive Director, Sachi Satapathy, and other industry leaders.
  • Earn a Certificate: Receive a prestigious certificate to enhance your resume and showcase your expertise.
  • Build a Global Network: Connect with a vibrant cohort of young women and professionals, opening doors to a career in international development.

Why Is This Program Vital for Young Women?
Young women across Asia and Eurasia are powerful agents of change, yet many face obstacles in accessing opportunities to develop their skills and leadership potential. This program is designed to:

  • Empower You: Equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to lead in the humanitarian sector.
  • Overcome Barriers: Provide a supportive, inclusive environment to pursue your career aspirations.
  • Amplify Your Voice: Train you to advocate for gender equality, community resilience, and sustainable development.
  • Shape Your Future: Prepare you for higher studies or a career in international development with practical experience and mentorship.

What Will You Learn and Do?
From July to December 2025, selected interns will:

  • Engage in Tailored Training: Dive into topics like disaster response, women’s empowerment, climate resilience, and project management.
  • Contribute to Impactful Projects: Support AFDC’s initiatives through research, campaign planning, and virtual community outreach.
  • Advocate for Change: Represent AFDC in virtual forums, raising awareness about humanitarian issues affecting women and marginalized communities.
  • Collaborate and Lead: Work in a dynamic team of 20 young women, fostering leadership, teamwork, and cross-cultural collaboration.
  • Receive Continuous Mentorship: Get personalized guidance to refine your skills and align your career goals with global development needs.

Who Can Apply?

  • Young women (age 24 or under) who are fresh graduates or nearing graduation.
  • Residents of India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Maldives, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Cambodia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Japan, China, South Korea, Israel, or Taiwan.
  • Basic proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English (program conducted in English).
  • Passionate about humanitarian aid and committed to creating positive change.
  • No prior experience required—just enthusiasm and dedication!

How to apply

How to Apply?
To join this life-changing program, submit the following by June 25, 2025:

  1. Your updated resume.
  2. A 200-word write-up explaining:
    • Why you want to join the AFDC Women’s Global Impact Internship Program.
    • How you can contribute to AFDC’s humanitarian aid work.

Send your application to afdcdirector@gmail.com (mailto:afdcdirector@gmail.com) with a copy to office@afdc.in (mailto:office@afdc.in).

Why Choose This Internship?
The AFDC Women’s Global Impact Internship Program is more than an internship—it’s a launchpad for young women to become global leaders in humanitarian aid. By dedicating six months to this program, you’ll:

  • Gain critical skills to excel in the competitive field of international development.
  • Build confidence to pursue higher studies or a career in humanitarian aid.
  • Join a sisterhood of change makers, creating lasting impact in your region and beyond.

Break Barriers, Build Futures!
This is your chance to rise above challenges, gain invaluable experience, and become a global advocate for humanitarian causes. Apply now to join a community of empowered young women shaping the future of humanitarian aid across Asia and Eurasia!

Application Deadline: June 25, 2025

Empower Yourself. Transform the World. Join the AFDC Women’s Global Impact Internship Program Today!