Internships
I grew my vision by working with a diverse group. That topic was bigger than I expected. I worked with homeless people, but each of them was unique, some of them had conditions like autism, ADHD, dissociative personality disorder, addiction problems, etc….which only made my internship richer but challenging at the same time.
Sabrina, Belgium
YMCA Malta offers internships to local and international secondary, undergraduate and postgraduate students. We form collaborative relationships with tertiary education institutions and offer interns stimulating, challenging and enriching real-world roles. They are supported by accomplished professionals and mentors every step of the way. We offer placements in the following areas of study:
- Human Resources
- Social Work
- Youth Work
- Psychology
- Community Development
- Family Studies
- Teaching – Primary & Secondary
- Business & Administration
- Media & Marketing
- Communications
Interns must cover a certain number of working hours with us in accordance with their school requirements; this number varies but is normally between 20-32 hours p/w. When possible, planned days off should be applied for in advance. An agreement laying out the duties and responsibilities of the intern will also be signed before commencing work with us.
I would recommend YMCA Malta for an internship because there are many departments that would be suitable for different kinds of educational purposes. The staff at YMCA are also enjoyable to work with.
William, Sweden
Click below to see the roles we offer at any given time, divided into the respective Centre or Service they support:
DNC Residence
- DNC Care Programme Leader
- Reintegration Programme Leader
- Social Support Assistant x 3
YCH Residence
- YCH Care Programme Leader
- Reintegration Programme Leader
- Social Support Assistant x 2
Community Services
- Community Aftercare Leader
- Community Centre Leader
- Community Officer x 2
- Social Support Assistant
Family Centre
- Prevention Programme Leader
- Family Centre Leader
- Family Officer
YEP! Centre
- YEP! Centre Leader
- Youth Officer
Every selected individual is provided with one-on-one mentorship as well as regular group meetings and ‘check in’ sessions throughout their time with us. In 2023 a total of 31 interns were offered a placement, contributing a total of 11,564 hours of work across our six service areas.
Key Outcomes
- Enhanced Skill Set: Participants are equipped with field experience and emotional insight that will enrich their professional careers.
- Cultural Sensitivity: Participants foster cultural understanding and sensitivity through collaboration with people from around the world.
- Community Impact: Participants improve the lives of those less fortunate in our community.
- Global Networking: Participants are offered a network of like-minded individuals and organisations striving for a better world.
- Personal Development: Participants become more compassionate, resourceful, seasoned and resilient as individuals.
An internship with us gives students of varied backgrounds a vital opportunity to become effective change-makers in a rapidly changing world. We offer a fully immersive experience, where practical learning and the cultivation of a global perspective transcend preconceptions and classroom lectures.
If you would like to dedicate your life’s work to the equalisation of opportunities for all members of society, then please contact us here.
Y’CARE
Y’CARE stands for Young Community & Residential Engagement, a volunteering initiative launched in 2020 and financially supported by European Solidarity Corps. This vital funding ensured that YMCA Malta could offer assistance to the welfare and wellbeing, equality and non-discrimination of individuals experiencing homelessness. A roster of local volunteers formed part of a larger team consisting of Maltese and international student interns. Professional social workers and psychologists guided them all in their work. Y’CARE volunteers contributed to our residential programme and outreach service, Y’Visible. They provided direct and swift care for those experiencing homelessness and rooflessness on our islands.