Summer Internship Program

For Diaspora Youths at Yarl IT Hub

INTRODUCTION

About the Program

Yarl IT Hub, a non-profit community-based organization in the Northern Province of Sri Lanka, is excited to announce a Summer Internship Program specifically designed for diaspora youths. Our program offers an intensive experience to engage with community-based initiatives supporting entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology at the community level. This unique opportunity aims to connect youths with their cultural roots while providing practical, professional experience in a dynamic environment.

Program Aim

The primary aim of this internship is to provide diaspora youths with an immersive experience that combines community engagement, professional development, and cultural exploration. Interns will gain hands-on experience in various community initiatives, fostering entrepreneurship and technological innovation.

Eligibility

The program is open to any diaspora youths, aged 15-22, who are interested in engaging with and learning from community-based initiatives in Northern Sri Lanka. If the selected candidates are under 18, they need to submit a consent letter from their parent/guardian.

Why Participate in YIT Summer Internship Program

Comprehensive benefits for personal and professional growth

Community Engagement

Spend time in local communities, participating in engagement programs through Yarl IT Hub and understanding grassroots-level challenges and solutions

Diverse Learning Opportunities

Exposure to working with people from different backgrounds and skill levels

Practical Experience

Real-world experience in the industrial sector, offering insights into how community-based tech and entrepreneurial initiatives operate

Cultural Connection

Opportunities to engage with your cultural heritage and embark on a journey of self-discovery in your ancestral land

Educational Growth

Learning about the entrepreneurship, innovation, and technology ecosystem in a real-world context

Professional Exposure

Early exposure to professional working environments during school years

Networking and Collaboration

Opportunities to engage with peers, fostering collaboration and deeper understanding of Tamil culture in a professional setting

Leadership and Volunteering

Involvement in leadership roles, community engagement, volunteerism, and social work initiatives

Tamil Language

Interns will have the opportunity to engage in either coding or Tamil language learning, based on their preference, as a part of their internship experience

Program Duration & Structure

The internship runs from May to August, with flexible participation duration according to the intern's preference, and be able to work for a minimum of 4 weeks.

After boarding, the selected intern will be able to work in any of the following events or initiatives run by Yarl IT Hub:

  • • Uki
  • • YIT Open Day
  • • YGC Accelerator
  • • Start-Up Essentials
  • • Entrepreneur Club Awards
  • • YGC Junior District Level Event
  • • Content creation and marketing
  • • YGC Innovation Festival

Requirements

Interns should be self-driven, open-minded, adaptable, independent, and collaborative.

Logistics Requirements

  • Interns are responsible for their travel expenses, including flights, local travel and accommodation.
  • Yarl IT Hub will provide a workspace and lunch during work hours (9 am – 5 pm), with occasional weekend volunteering.
  • Please note that this is an unpaid, volunteer-based internship.
  • A certificate of participation will be provided upon completion of the internship.

This Summer Internship Program at Yarl IT Hub offers a unique blend of professional development, community service, and cultural immersion. It is an excellent opportunity for diaspora youths to connect with their heritage, develop new skills, and contribute meaningfully to community-based initiatives. We look forward to welcoming enthusiastic and driven individuals to our vibrant community and working together towards a brighter, more innovative future.

Apply now

Still have any questions?

Do you have any questions or need more information about this internship? Drop us an email or message us on WhatsApp

+94 76 767 3158
event@yarlithub.org

Yarl IT Hub
4th floor, 218, Stanley road,
Jaffna, Sri Lanka