Internship Pilot 1
The first six-month internship, January–July 2021: marketing interns built YOUTHinc's very first membership campaign.
About the program
YOUTHinc's first internship ran from January to early July 2021 — the first trial of a six-month program to bridge the gap between young people and employers by building soft skills, digital skills and practical work experience. It was started in the uncertainty of the pandemic and carried by the young professionals who took part.
Interns aged 16–39 joined from Ulaanbaatar, the provinces and abroad, working remotely. Marketing interns contributed to YOUTHinc's very first membership campaign, putting what they learned straight into action; the internship could be paid or unpaid depending on KPIs.
Purpose and benefits
- Practical work experience alongside theoretical knowledge — an easier head start
- Soft skills and professional habits: communication, adaptability, discipline
- A stronger CV, a wider professional network, and feedback that builds confidence
- Exploring a career path — trying out a job before deciding
- The chance to turn a small beginning into a full-time position
On the world stage
The “Digital Skills Matching — Internship Program” initiative behind these pilots was selected for the ILO Global Youth Employment Forum exhibition in Abuja, where YOUTHinc's chair Ch. Baljinnyam pitched it to ILO Director-General Guy Ryder.
In participants' words
My time as digital co-lead intern taught me a lot, both professionally and personally — it helped me understand my strengths and what I want to work on in the future.
Being an intern let me gain new skills within a culture that was new to me, and build a network not just in Mongolia, but with experts from all over the world.
I got to lead a marketing team and hone my leadership skills — even in a field outside my major. I gained a new sense of professionalism and a clearer view of the working world.
Working with people from other fields and age groups gave me flexibility — and YOUTHinc's reach into rural areas and abroad shows opportunity isn't limited to Ulaanbaatar.
Working at YOUTHinc offers an opportunity both to develop as a professional and to help the organization develop. As an intern, your thoughts and your contributions will be valued every day as you work alongside respectful and welcoming staff. The mission of the organization is inspiring and useful for anyone interested in sustainable development, social media marketing, event organizing, and much more. This has been an excellent internship experience and I couldn’t recommend the organization more highly! My time as a Digital co-lead intern at YOUTHinc has taught me a lot both professionally and personally. I have been able expand my skill set and strengthen the skills I possessed coming into this position. The various tasks I completed allowed me to understand what my strong suits are and what I want to work with in the future.
During my internship, I had a great opportunity to lead a marketing team and hone my leadership skills. Even if it was not related to my major, I learned a lot while completing various tasks and leading my team to achieve our goals. Just like most start ups, YOUTHinc gave me a freedom to think and do things in a creative way. I also get to work with HR team to recruit new employees which was really eye opening when it comes to giving an interview. But most importantly, I gained a new sense of professionalism and a clearer view of what it meant to be in the professional world.So, I would advise everyone to take the opportunity and do an internship, even if it is not necessarily in the industry that you wish to work in.
Being an intern at YOUTHinc has been an enriching experience! It allowed me to use and gain new skills, all while moving within the context of a culture which was new to me. I was given various tasks and could see how my work was relevant to YOUTHinc and explore different interests. At the same time I had the opportunity to build a network not only within Mongolia but with experts from all over the world. And finally, the spirit, kindness and helpfulness of the whole YOUTHinc team truly made this an experience I will not forget.
I'm so thankful that YOUTHinc has introduced me to new events, added different fields of experience, and collaborated with new people in my life. The internship has had a significant impact on my career, such as redefining my interests and reaffirming them. Maybe you have chosen a profession and are hesitant to make a decision. But we all are still learning even it's not accurate. So I want you to take some time and dare to try the internship program. In retrospect, I liked the fact that the team members were given a real opportunity to lead and do more than just talk. All of this seems to give me a new sense of great respect, especially for someone who led the team. I am confident that the 6-month program will add a whole new perspective to your future life principles and attitudes. However, where you go, no matter what program or training you take, it's up to you to keep developing and gain new skills.
It was very interesting to work with people from other fields of study and there was a lot to learn. Working with people with different working principles and perspectives has given me more flexibility. In addition, YOUTHinc has a wide age range representation that allows for more range of perspectives. In addition, not only in Ulaanbaatar but also in rural areas and abroad, the participation of young people provides opportunities for all young people. I am confident that I will be able to create more value and improve my leadership skills as I become an internship program coordinator.
As a team adviser, I participated YOUTHinc's 6-month internship program. During this journey, we shared what we knew, learned what we didn't know, and had a very productive journey together. I am glad that there is a growing network of young professionals in Mongolia, especially students and graduating students looking for a new job, who can develop themselves, practice, prepare themselves for the job, and study together.
