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Our Partners: FOSCOD

INTERNSHIPS IN UGANDA WITH A LOCAL NGO

FOSCOD (Foundation for Sustainable Community-Based Development) is a Ugandan NGO dedicated to empowering rural communities through sustainable development. They work across renewable energy, environmental conservation, education, and community leadership programs, enabling local communities to lead their own development while building global partnerships.

Working across health, education, gender equality and environmental initiatives, FOSCOD partners with communities to give interns a hands-on experience emphasising meaningful contribution, skill development, and sustainability. From implementing community projects to presenting outcomes to stakeholders, interns at FOSCOD don’t just observe change but actively shape it, building confidence and a deeper understanding of grassroots development in real-world settings. By fostering collaboration, innovation, and community-led development, FOSCOD continues to further its mission of making a lasting impact.

Internships with FOSCOD

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Women’s Empowerment Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Business Development, Social Entrepreneurship, Gender Equality
Empower women and youth in Uganda through hands-on economic and entrepreneurial projects.
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Fundraising and Communications Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Impact Storytelling, Partnership Building, Project Funding
Drive impact through fundraising, storytelling, and partnerships while supporting innovative community projects in Uganda
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Business Development and Data Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Community-Based Research, Field Work, Digital M&E
Shape sustainable development outcomes by handling research, data collection, reporting, and program monitoring across rural community projects.
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WASH Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Public Health, Hygiene Promotion, Community Engagement
Help expand access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene while strengthening community health in Uganda.
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Renewable Energy Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Stove Installation, Community Engagement, Environmental Monitoring, Sustainability Education
Work on energy-saving cookstove initiatives to support climate action and environmental conservation through practical initiatives in rural school settings.
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Public Health Education Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Patient Education, Community Outreach, Preventive Care Initiatives
Improve public health outcomes by working directly with patients to deepen understanding of health conditions and promote long-term community wellbeing.
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Gender-Based Violence Support & Research Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Uganda
  • Field Research, Rehabilitation Initiatives, Women’s Rights Education
Contribute to grassroots GBV prevention and survivor support initiatives in Uganda through research, advocacy, and rehabilitation work.
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Community Rights and Climate Justice Internship

  • Min. 8 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Climate Justice, Community Development, Gender Inclusion,  Environmental Policy, NGO Management
Drive meaningful change by supporting community-based initiatives that advance climate action, human rights, and gender inclusion.
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Menstrual Justice Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Menstrual Health, Community Wellbeing, Women's Health, and Gender Equality
Equip young girls in Uganda with vital menstrual health knowledge and education, empowering them to break down stigma and stay in school.
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Biogas Engineering Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Clean Energy, Sustainability, Innovation
Join a hands-on sustainability project supporting bio-digester and biogas systems that improve school hygiene, health, and access to clean energy.
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Policy and Advocacy Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Research, Community-Based Advocacy, Outreach
Influence policy change by conducting research and advocacy across clean cooking, carbon credits, and WASH initiatives for a nonprofit.
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Sustainable Land Use and Climate Resilience Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Conservation, Monitoring, Data Evaluation, Ecological Studies
Build climate resilience and food security through practical experience in agroforestry, sustainable site planning, and community engagement.
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Health and Nutrition Internship

  • Min. 4 weeks
  • Buikwe District, Uganda
  • Public Health, Education, Sustainable Agriculture, Nutrition
Strengthen community wellbeing by contributing to hands-on health and nutrition programs that create lasting grassroots impact.
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Why Intern with FOSCOD

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