Gain experience in content writing, creative writing, SEO, and blog management at an environmental nonprofit
Are you ready to enhance your writing skills while contributing to meaningful environmental work? This Creative Writing Internship offers hands-on experience with content creation, SEO, and blog management. Designed to provide practical exposure, this marketing internship will have you writing engaging and impactful content that supports environmental sustainability efforts across Southern Africa. You’ll focus on creating articles, blogs, and digital content that educate and inspire action, while optimizing your work for online platforms to reach wider audiences.
This Creative Writing Internship in Cape Town emphasizes professional growth, giving you the opportunity to build a robust portfolio as you receive guidance from an industry expert in storytelling, digital marketing, and content strategy. You’ll gain valuable insights through brainstorming sessions and strategic planning, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. This writing internship is ideal for anyone eager to refine their writing skills and make a tangible impact on sustainability projects. Join now to transform your creativity into a tool for change.
Learning Objectives:
Greenpop is a nonprofit organization that runs urban greening, reforestation, and eco-education projects. Based in Cape Town, Greenpop plants trees and creates gardens at schools in underprivileged areas and works to regenerate indigenous forests throughout Sub-Saharan Africa. And as part of their mission to encourage a treevolution, the organization has a strong focus on activating people – both Africans and people from around the world – to participate in their projects.
Greenpop is motivated by the vision of a world in which people and nature thrive together. They aim to empower the public to get active (not anxious) about the future of our planet.
Their programs:
Greenpop is an active organization that puts a large emphasis on reaching large audiences with its message. This involves strong communication efforts with different groups of people; project beneficiaries, (potential) funders, volunteers, interns, partners, stakeholders and anyone interested in sustainability and greening. As a Creative Writing intern in Greenpop’s Communications Department, you can be part of these efforts.
In this internship, there is no physical office, as the team in Cape Town operates on a hybrid work model. As an intern, you will spend two days per week in-person, which includes 1.5 days working directly with your supervisor and a half-day at the Greenpop Nursery. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to participate in Garden Days or other events happening while you’re on the ground. The remaining three days each week will be spent working remotely.
While a 100% remote option is available, time zones will play a critical role in the selection process. All interns must be available for regular check-ins during South African working hours.
As an intern in Cape Town, you’ll have the choice between three different accommodations. With dorm and single room options, you can opt for the lodging option that meets your needs and budget. All locations include Wifi, linens & towels, communal areas, shared facilities, 24/7 security, laundry services, and housekeeping. Each option is conveniently located to be walking distance from various shops, cafes, restaurants, and some of the touristy highlights Cape Town has to offer as well. You’ll have the opportunity to meet a variety of travelers, including students & backpackers, and explore the wonders of the city – while being based in the heart of it all.
Make sure to visit your doctor and dentist for a check-up before your internship and to get all the recommended vaccines and/or medications necessary to stay healthy. During your placement, you’ll have access to the Roots team remotely, along with your internship supervisor on the ground.
South Africa does have high crime rates, so it’s important to be aware of your surroundings and the people around you. Safety recommendations include: do not walk anywhere alone and do not walk anywhere at night – it’s better to Uber, no matter the distance, even if you are in a group. Upon arrival, ask your accommodation about the safe/dangerous areas & streets that are nearby. Keep your belongings close to you (avoid using handbags), always keep an eye on your drinks when out socializing, don’t walk around with large sums of cash (you can pay for everything with a card), minimize wearing flashy accessories, and be cautious of overly friendly strangers. Take extra precautions at night by staying in a group and always taking an Uber once the sun goes down.
Your accommodation will include free Wifi to keep family and friends up to date via WhatsApp, Zoom, etc. Most cafes/restaurants also offer free Wifi for remote work days and staying online. You can also consider getting a local SIM card if your phone is unlocked for international carrier, or setting your phone’s status to roaming (be aware of high charges for this option).
Meals are NOT included at the accommodation options in Cape Town. The kitchen facilities vary at each location and details will be provided during the application process. With a variety of international cuisine options available in the area and throughout Cape Town, there is no shortage of restaurants, bars, and cafes to try out.
Discover Cape Town’s attractions: Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens, city tours, historical sites, and the Cape Point Peninsula. There are also opportunities to surf, kayak, paraglide, cage dive with sharks, and more! Cape Town has a mediterranean climate with cool winters and hot summers so be sure to check what the temperature will be like during your stay.
Start and end dates are flexible and will be discussed during the application process. Please keep in mind Greenpop is closed for two weeks of holiday at the end of the year.
What you’ll pay (2025 rates)
8 WEEKS USD 1,873
12 WEEKS USD 2,391
16 WEEKS USD 2,910
20 WEEKS USD 3,428
Remote internship: USD 595
Some of our most commonly asked questions for programs in South Africa.
During your internship in South Africa you can expect to meet people from around the world, as well as indulging yourself into the culture of this beautiful country! If you want to know more about what to expect, make sure to check out our top 7 reasons for an internship in Cape Town.
Yes! We partner with various activity organizers that can offer discounts exclusive to Roots Interns, for example, a road trip through the Garden Route and bungee jumping off the world’s largest natural bungee. You may also explore the country on your own and we are happy to give recommendations.
Yes! You are able to do a part-time internship with certain organizations so that you can continue your studies, while also gaining valuable work experience.
Unfortunately, no. When working with a nonprofit organization, your internship will be unpaid, but there are many ways to fund your internship. Your experience will bring a wealth of knowledge and opportunities for both professional and personal growth that are invaluable!
“Somehow the world got bigger and smaller at the same time over the last six months. Things seem more complex, but the ability to have an impact now truly feels within my reach.”
Ivy, United StatesCreative Writing Internship, Cape Town
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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