YMCA International Youth Internship Program (IYIP)

A four-month international internship (January 29 to May 28, 2027) in Togo, Peru, Colombia or Sierra Leone for Canadian citizens and permanent residents aged 18 to 30 from equity-deserving groups who have faced barriers to employment. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Type
Internships
Deadline
Not applicable
Where
Togo, Peru, Colombia & Sierra Leone
Posted
October 2, 2026
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About this opportunity

The YMCA of Greater Toronto’s International Youth Internship Program (IYIP) is now accepting applications! Gain hands-on international work experience, build career and leadership skills, make global connections, and contribute to meaningful community development projects.

2027 destinations: Togo, Peru, Colombia & Sierra Leone
Placement dates: January 29 – May 28, 2027
Open to eligible youth ages 18–30
No previous work experience or formal education required!

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis, so don’t miss your chance to learn, grow, and make an impact abroad!

Learn more & apply here:
https://www.ymcagta.org/employment-services/International-Youth-Internship-Program

#YMCAofGreaterToronto #InternationalYouthInternship #YouthOpportunities #YMCA #Opportunity

Written by Vivian Zhu for Opportunify

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