Internship

Field

Volunteers can apply for a Yoba internship with the aim to train African dairy processors and cooperatives in probiotic yoghurt production, hygiene and food safety, marketing, packaging, distribution, finance and operational efficiency. A typical Yoba internship consists of a six-month period working in Africa. Travel expenses and a small daily allowance will be covered by the Yoba for Life foundation.

Laboratory

Occasionally, an internship in Food Technology / Food Microbiology can be carried out at the Makerere University, Food Technology Department.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with project management
• Experience abroad/in Africa
• Academic or similar background
• Excellent in communication and networking skills
• Technical know-how and affinity with food production
• An open-minded and flexible team worker who can drive the project and knows how to take initiatives

Impression Yoba for Life internship – Dries Habraken