You will start your day with a filling breakfast at the volunteer house. Get dressed in carefully selected clothing that covers your knees and shoulders, before heading out for the day. You’ll then jump into a tro tro or a shared taxi with the other interns and tell the driver where to go.
A day at a print publication
A typical day at a print publication will start at 9am and end at 5pm. You’ll work closely with qualified journalists and learn from them as you find your way around.
Everyday will be different. You may spend time brainstorming possible stories, writing and editing, or learning about the production process. You’ll also attend events and conduct interviews for future stories. You’ll cover stories such as:
- Press conferences
- Parliamentary visits
- Law reports
- Sport
- Show business events
A day at a radio station
Your day will begin at 8am at the radio station and end around 5pm. However, the life of a reporter depends on the news and working hours can vary. You will work with various editors throughout the radio station, as each one will be cover different topics.
Daily work will depend greatly on the events of the day. You may end up researching, editing, and compiling stories for future radio broadcasts. Or, you’ll have the opportunity to attend and cover press events, conduct interviews, and report on stories as they happen.
There is plenty of free time for you to explore more of the beautiful Ghanaian countryside. Grab a few of the other interns and visit the museums, taste local food at the street markets, or hike through one of the lush national parks.
