Next Generation Internship Programme

The Next Generation Internship Programme (NGIP) is a fully funded six-month internship hosted by WACSI in Accra, Ghana, designed to nurture emerging civic leaders from West Africa. Interns gain hands-on experience in capacity development, policy advocacy, and knowledge management, contributing to WACSI’s mission of strengthening civil society and promoting sustainable development across the region.

Key dates:

• The 2027 round is open: https://leadersoftoday.com/opportunities/wacsi-next-generation-internship-programme-2027

• To be eligible for the Next Generation Internship Programme at WACSI, applicants must be citizens of Côte d’Ivoire, Guinea Bissau, or Sierra Leone who have completed their undergraduate studies. They should demonstrate a strong interest in civil society and community development, and possess relevant academic or professional experience. Candidates must be available to commit full-time to the six-month internship in Accra, Ghana, and be proficient in English.