Global Field Internship
in Social Sector
Nepal
Kadambari Memorial College — School of Social Work offers an immersive, practice-based global internship designed for international students in social work, psychology, public health, and social sciences.
A Transformative Global
Learning Experience
This program integrates field-based NGO placement, academic supervision, and reflective learning, providing students with a meaningful opportunity to engage directly with real-world social issues in a Global South context.
Through this immersive experience, interns develop practical skills, cross-cultural competence, and a deeper understanding of social justice, development, and human rights.
The program is more than an internship — it is an opportunity to learn, engage, and reflect within real-world social contexts, building both professional competence and global citizenship.
🌍 Field-Based Learning
Placement in 50+ partner NGOs across Kathmandu with real program engagement and professional mentoring.
🎓 Academic Supervision
Weekly individual and group supervision by qualified social work and psychology professionals.
🌟 Credit Eligible
The internship can be aligned with university credit requirements, subject to institutional agreement.
Learning Objectives
What you will achieve through this immersive placement experience.
Apply theoretical knowledge to real-world social sector practice in diverse community settings.
Demonstrate cross-cultural communication and ethical engagement across diverse populations.
Understand social issues in Nepal within global development frameworks and international contexts.
Participate in research, documentation, and program implementation with partner organizations.
Reflect critically on power, privilege, and global inequalities through structured learning activities.
Program Structure
A carefully designed four-phase journey from orientation to final presentation.
Pre-Placement Orientation
- Introduction to Nepal's social, cultural, and development context
- Ethical engagement and safeguarding practices
- Program expectations and safety guidelines
NGO Field Placement (Core Component)
- Placement in one of KMC's 50+ partner NGOs
- Engagement: 20–30 hours per week
- Work alongside professionals in real program settings
Academic Supervision
- Weekly individual supervision with field experts
- Group reflection sessions led by faculty
- Continuous feedback and mentoring
Learning Integration
- Reflective journals and case discussions
- Field documentation and analysis
- Final presentation or report
Internship Areas &
Placement Opportunities
Choose from four specialized tracks aligned with your academic background.
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support
- School-based psychosocial programs
- Trauma-informed care and counselling support
- Community mental health initiatives
Human Rights & Migration
- Refugee support and legal documentation
- Human rights research and advocacy
- Policy engagement and institutional collaboration
Gender, Trafficking & Social Protection
- Rehabilitation and reintegration programs
- Work with women, children, and vulnerable populations
- Shelter home and community-based interventions
Community Development & Social Innovation
- Grassroots community engagement
- Education, awareness, and capacity-building
- Participatory research and field-based initiatives
Academic Integration
A structured experiential learning model aligned with international academic standards.
Professional Supervision
Supervision from qualified professionals in social work and psychology, ensuring rigorous academic and practice standards.
Applied Research
Opportunities to engage in applied research, documentation, and structured reflection with academic feedback throughout.
Credit Eligible
The internship can be aligned with university credit requirements, subject to individual institutional agreement.
Why Nepal? Why KMC?
Why Nepal?
- ✓Post-disaster resilience and community recovery
- ✓Migration, labor rights, and global mobility issues
- ✓Gender inequality and social inclusion challenges
- ✓Community-driven development practices
Why Kadambari Memorial College?
- ✓Over two decades of practice-based social work education
- ✓Strong partnerships with 50+ NGOs across Nepal
- ✓Interdisciplinary supervision (social work, psychology, development)
- ✓Systems approach — individuals, families, communities & institutions
- ✓Experience hosting international students from multiple countries
Who Can Apply &
Program Details
✅ Who Can Apply?
📋 Program Details
Application Process
Four simple steps to begin your global social work journey.
Submit Application
Submit the International Internship Application Form with all required details.
Select Interests
Indicate your preferred internship areas and placement tracks of interest.
Health & Accommodation
Confirm your health declaration and preferred accommodation arrangements.
Pre-Departure Orientation
Attend mandatory pre-departure orientation before arriving in Nepal.
Begin Your Transformative
Global Journey Today
This program offers more than an internship — it is an opportunity to learn, engage, and reflect within real-world social contexts, building both professional competence and global citizenship.