Danielle Zacharias
Social Work Intern | Cape TownFlorida Atlantic University
12 October 2019
My time in Cape Town was nothing short of amazing. I made friends from all over the United States, along with those from South Africa who I am still in touch with today. I was able to explore an absolutely beautiful country while getting work experience at an internship of my choice. The staff of Connect-123 are there every step of the way, making the process of traveling to a new country much easier than expected. I wouldn’t trade my experience for anything. I am forever grateful for the opportunity and everything I learned on my trip.
More Reviews for Social Work Internships in Cape Town
Chelsey C
Social Work Intern | Cape TownUniversity of Texas Austin
31 August 2023
Cape Town is an amazing place to complete an internship! The city is rife with opportunities as well as cultural experiences. When my first option didn't sit well with me, Carla collaborated with me to find the perfect fit internship. She cultivated a new placement with my learning goals in mind and ensured I was feeling supported throughout the experience. I've been telling all my friends and family they must...
Dominique M
Social Work Intern | Cape TownUniversity of Texas Austin
16 May 2022
My internship was with an NGO in Cape Town, South Africa, their work was targeted toward helping empower asylum seekers and refugees. From the beginning, Carla was always available to answer my questions and provide support in achieving my goals for this internship. All her preparations made for a smooth transition to my destination and into my internship. At my internship, I had an incredible time with the staff and...
Sarah Eiland
Social Work Intern | Cape TownRhodes College
17 October 2019
This summer I had the unique opportunity to work for an NGO that aims to uplift the homeless population of Cape Town by providing meaningful job opportunities, a monthly income, and social work services. The NGO currently operates three urban gardens, a street sweeping operation in the tourist-heavy area of town, and recently opened a safe house and rehab facility outside of the city. During my internship, I had the...
Sarah Caplan
Social Work Intern | Cape TownMichigan State University
14 June 2018
Living in Cape Town for two months really provided me with an immersive, cultural experience. The atmosphere in Cape Town is vibrant and lively, and I was able to gain a new perspective on what life is like outside of the US. I was able to get a full understanding of what it is like to live in Cape Town, and got to indulge in the many things the city...
Marlowe Jackson
Social Work Intern | Cape TownThompson Rivers University
30 March 2018
My time in Cape Town will forever hold a sincere place in my heart. As much as I would like to capture the essence of the experience into a few simple sentences, it is something only to be fully understood through being there in person. The indescribable feeling of the city is something I will never forget and will cherish for all my days. Cape Town is so much more...
Ainsleigh Toth
Social Work Intern | Cape TownMeredith College
13 June 2016
Cape Town is one of those amazing places that you will never quite fully understand until you live in it. It is a surprising city, from mountain side to beach sunsets to city lights, it really has anything you could want to do. Cape Town definitely is a raw metropolitan, so you must be willing to explore life outside of your comfort zone. Connect-123 provided phenomenal support leading up to...
Heather Lodahl
Social Work Intern | Cape TownUniversity of Texas Austin
1 July 2015
My experience in Cape Town, South Africa was unforgettable! I had no idea what to expect out of the city or my internship, but I was pleasantly surprised with all of it. Connect-123 helped make my dream of an international internship a reality. The Cape town staff was available and helpful with all my questions and concerns as I navigated through visas, housing and the internship process. I never felt...
Victoria Parker
University of Kentucky | Cape TownSocial Work Intern
23 August 2012
I really enjoyed my trip to Cape Town and can say that it was one of the most inspiring, educational and life learning experiences that I have ever had. The country is beautiful in every way; the mountains, beaches and bay, people, culture, food and way of life. Beauty at its best is an understatement. I would suggest any student to look into interning or volunteering through Connect 1-2-3 if...
Ellen Teel
Social Work Intern | Cape TownWestern Washington University, Graduate
3 May 2011
My 3 months in Cape Town were absolutely amazing. Connect 123 supported me throughout the whole process – from setting up my internship to acting as a resource throughout my stay. I found that interning through Connect provided a great balance of the saying, “work hard, play hard.” My internship was a rewarding, learning experience that opened my eyes to new people and a new culture. Connect set up many...
Molly Fogel
Social Work Intern | Cape TownNew York University, Graduate
22 November 2010
There are a lot of reasons why people get away and make the choice to head to a foreign country to volunteer. Although I was looking for further professional development, I was also looking to revive my passion for the field of social work, and the good work that can be done within this discipline. In the fast pace life of New York City, faces become blurred and clients can...
Jenny Glickman
Social Work Intern | Cape TownLoyola University, Graduate
24 October 2010
When I signed up to be a social work intern for a children’s home in Cape Town, I was hoping to gain a kind of education that my master’s program simply could not give me. I had just finished graduate school, and wanted to add some tangible “real life” time as another kind of schooling. Little did I know that my experience would provide me with a new kind of...
Karin Andersen-Stortz
Social Work Intern | Cape TownDominican University, Graduate
23 October 2010
“The World is a book, and those who do not travel read only a page”. – St. Augustine The whole of my experience in Cape Town was unforgettable! I arrived ready to complete my academic goals, experience and explore the South African culture. Fortunately, for me, I left with more than I could have planned! I worked as a Program Development Coordinator at a nationally accredited child and youth care...
