The Center for International Business Education and Research (CIBER) is a dynamic capacity‑building organization dedicated to “connecting, equipping, and empowering young Africans with the skills, resources, and networks necessary to unlock their full potential and contribute meaningfully to building resilient African communities.” We operate through three core service centers:
Incubation & Acceleration Center – Supporting young entrepreneurs to turn ideas into sustainable ventures.
Skills Development Center – Offering practical training in digital marketing, graphic design, career orientation, counselling, mentorship, job hunting, and placement.
Charity and Humanitarian Center – Providing community support, referrals, and volunteer coordination.
Program Overview
The CIBER Internship Program is a structured, hands‑on learning opportunity designed for recent graduates and final‑year students who wish to harness their skills and gain real‑world professional experience. This is not a passive observation period; interns are integrated into active projects, contribute to ongoing operations, and receive regular mentorship and feedback. The program is built to bridge the gap between academic knowledge and workplace competence, preparing participants for successful careers or further entrepreneurial endeavors.
What makes this program unique? Interns rotate through or focus on one of our three centers, gaining exposure to entrepreneurship support, skills training delivery, and community engagement – all within a single organization.
Why Intern with CIBER?
Through this internship, you will gain:
- Practical Experience: Hands‑on work in project management, business incubation, digital marketing, event coordination, or humanitarian support.
- Structured Mentorship: Regular one‑on‑one sessions with experienced professionals who guide your professional growth.
- Professional Network: Access to CIBER’s ecosystem of entrepreneurs, investors, trainers, and community partners.
- Skill Development Workshops: Weekly capacity‑building sessions on CV writing, interview preparation, digital tools, and workplace communication.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Assist with cohort onboarding, mentor coordination, Demo Day preparation, participant surveys, and report writing.
- Support CV/interview workshops, manage social media channels, design flyers and promotional materials, and track engagement metrics.
- Help organize outreach activities, document beneficiary stories, assist with counselling referrals, and support volunteer coordination.
- Create content for CIBER’s platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, WhatsApp), manage community groups, produce newsletters, and track performance.
- Maintain intern files, track attendance, coordinate logistics for training sessions and events, and support procurement.
Eligibility Requirements
- Age: Between 18 and 35 years old
- Education: Recent graduate (within 2 years) OR final‑year student in a recognized higher education institution
- Laptop: Must have access to a personal laptop for work and training activities
- Commitment: Available for 3 months (40 hours per week)
- Language: Proficiency in English or French (bilingual is an advantage)
- Residence: Based in or able to commute to Yaoundé, Cameroon
What you will gain
By the end of the 3‑month program, interns will be able to:
- Manage a small project or task independently from planning to reporting.
- Use professional tools such as Google Workspace, Canva, social media schedulers, and basic data trackers.
- Communicate effectively in a workplace setting (email etiquette, meeting participation, report writing).
- Understand the inner workings of an incubation center, skills training hub, and humanitarian service.
- Build a portfolio of tangible outputs (e.g., social media campaigns, event plans, research summaries, flyers).
CIBER is an equal‑opportunity organization. We strongly encourage applications from young women, persons with disabilities, and candidates from all regions of Cameroon.
Application Deadline
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How to apply
Fill the form below to apply for the CIBER Internship Program