Sports Internship in Indonesia | The Power of Sports

Internship in Indonesia

In the neighbourhoods of North Semarang, children still have few opportunities to take part in organised sport. As an intern, you will teach them the sport they enjoy most, whilst working towards your own learning objectives.

Semarang is a vibrant city on Java and a major economic hub of Central Java. With its rich history, cultural attractions and friendly community, it is a wonderful place to contribute, learn and enjoy an unforgettable experience of your own.

Our project mainly operates in the neighbourhoods in the north of the city. Although the children do have PE lessons at school, for many of them, taking part in regular, structured sport after school is not a given.

Together with local schools and organisations, we ensure that the children of Semarang grow up to be active, healthy and confident. Families often do not have access to sports facilities, so the sports lessons are brought to the neighbourhood.

Our projects are supported by sports students from the University of Semarang. This makes it easier to connect with the children and young people, and for the students it is a great opportunity to practise their English.

As an intern, you will always be assigned to work as a sports coach and, on occasion, as a teacher. You will be supported by sports students from the University of Semarang. This makes it easier to connect with the children and young people.

Football Boxing and self-defence Swimming Volleyball Badminton Baseball Your own sport

In addition, on some days you can work on your university assignments at the office. This could involve organising a major sporting event, incorporating your own sport into the curriculum, carrying out research or organising a fundraising event. The internship is well suited to sports-related degree programmes, as well as event and leisure management, marketing, and educational, social and cultural studies.

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Semarang

in the neighbourhoods of North Semarang

Office

at the villa to work on your assignments

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Indonesia

Who is this internship suitable for?

This is a volunteering trip, not a holiday. It’s best suited to people who feel at home in simple surroundings and who are coming primarily to make a contribution.

Your goal as an intern is not to train Indonesia’s next international, although that could always happen. So you don’t need to be a seasoned coach or hold certificates. A basic knowledge of the sport you coach is nice to have. But the most important thing is that you show enthusiasm when giving your sessions.

This internship is ideal for sport related courses, but also for event and leisure management, marketing, education, social and cultural studies. It is important to know that you will always be deployed as a sports coach and/or teacher. In Indonesia you can choose to spend some days in the office working on your university or internship assignments. Some fun internship assignments are: setting up a large sports event / adding your own sport to the curriculum / research / setting up a fundraising event.

We can always take your own wishes into account. It is also possible to do research in Indonesia; contact us to see what the options are.

What an internship day looks like

Why ‘The Power of Sports’

No registration fee and a no-obligation introductory call.
The project in Indonesia, ‘Daya Krida Indonesia’ (The Power of Sports), was set up by ourselves.
Internships abroad are affordable, especially considering the value they offer.
As a travel organisation that focuses entirely on social sports trips.
We tell you an honest story and assess whether you are suited to the project.
Our programmes are run responsibly and have a proven positive impact.
All our staff know our programmes abroad well.
The Power of Sports staff help you with fundraising.
We offer good personal support, both in the UK and abroad.
We are independently assessed by Volunteer Aware.

Arrival dates

ARRIVAL dates

Interns can arrive in Semarang at any time.

2027

Important dates:

Ramadan runs from 8 February to 8 March. During this period we run adapted programmes. After Ramadan there is a 10-day holiday during which there are no programmes.

Accommodation

Semarang

Wisma Daya Krida is a comfortable villa at Jalan Kelengan Tengah No. 6 in Semarang, Central Java. It is located in the centre of Semarang, with quick access to nice coffee shops, local places to eat and other practical amenities. The villa has four spacious bedrooms, each with comfortable beds and an en-suite bathroom.

What makes this accommodation special are the two spacious shared living areas. They are the heart of the house and offer plenty of opportunity to relax, have dinner or play a game together, while leaving enough space to retreat for a while. There is also a room set up as an office. All bedrooms have air conditioning, so you can enjoy a pleasant temperature even on hot days, and there is fast wifi throughout the house, so you can always stay connected for work, entertainment or keeping in touch with friends and family.

Frequently Asked Questions

I am a vegetarian. Will my dietary requirements be taken into account?
-If you let us know in advance that you are a vegetarian, they can take this into account in Indonesia.

What do I need to bear in mind when travelling abroad?
-Following our no-obligation consultation, during which we’ll go through everything, we’ll also send you a ‘welcome pack’ setting out in detail everything you need to bear in mind, what you need to bring with you, what to watch out for, and so on.

What are my Indonesian lessons like?
The Indonesian lessons take place during the day at our centre, between the morning and afternoon sessions. As well as learning the Indonesian language, you will also take part in cultural lessons, which will help you to better understand Indonesian culture and everyday life. The lessons are delivered by our staff, who are university-trained teachers. The programme consists of six lessons, each lasting approximately 1 to 1.5 hours. If you’d like to take extra lessons or study the language in greater depth, please do let us know. We’d be happy to arrange additional lessons for you.

How many other people will I be doing my internship with?
– There are always other interns/volunteers at the accommodation in Indonesia. The group size varies between 5 and 15. They do not all come from the UK, but from other countries as well. You can contact us to find out how many others will be there during your stay. We’ll also set up a group chat with other Dutch people who’ll be travelling at the same time. That way, you can get to know each other a bit in advance.

My school says that the Erasmus grant is only for European projects, so how can I still get an Erasmus grant?
Since 2022, schools have been permitted to allocate 20 per cent of the total Erasmus grant to projects outside Europe. Not everyone is aware of this yet. All our projects have been registered for this, so if you get the go-ahead from your school, we can guarantee the grant. Should your school have any questions about this, they are always welcome to contact us.

Sport in Indonesia

Indonesia is a diverse country with a wide range of popular sports. Some of the best loved sports in Indonesia are:

Badminton: badminton is undoubtedly the most popular sport in Indonesia. The country has produced many champions and is known for its dominant position in the world of badminton.
Football: football is also very popular in Indonesia, with a large fan base that enthusiastically follows local and international competitions.
Basketball: basketball is steadily growing in popularity, especially among young people. Indonesia also has its own basketball league.
Volleyball: volleyball is widely played in Indonesia, at both professional and amateur level.
Sepak Takraw: a traditional Indonesian sport similar to volleyball, but in which players use a ball made of woven rattan. It is often played in the streets and on beaches.
Traditional Indonesian martial arts: such as Pencak Silat, a traditional Indonesian martial art practised both as an art form and as self defence.
Surfing: with its many beautiful beaches, Indonesia is also a paradise for surfers, with world famous surf spots such as Bali and the Mentawai Islands.

Besides these sports there are of course many other activities that are popular in Indonesia, depending on the region and people’s interests.

Grants and funding

Turing Scheme

Through the Turing Scheme, UK universities, colleges and schools can fund students who take part in a study or internship abroad, including outside Europe. The funding is applied for by your institution, not by you directly.

Ask your study abroad or international office whether your institution takes part and whether our programme qualifies. Visit the Turing Scheme website for the conditions. Make sure you do this well in advance, as institutions work with strict deadlines and gathering the required documents can take a while. A good, timely application also increases your chance of success.

Erasmus+

The UK is rejoining Erasmus+ from the 2027/28 academic year, when it will replace the Turing Scheme. Under general Erasmus+ policy, institutions may use up to 20% of their total budget for placements outside Europe. Your university or college may, however, apply its own stricter policy.

So always check first with your tutor or international office whether your participation qualifies for Erasmus+ or Turing funding. The grant is usually substantial, so it is well worth looking into.

Other grants

Many universities, colleges and sports bodies offer their own travel grants or bursaries for students who want to spend part of their studies or internship abroad. Availability differs per institution and course.

So always check with your course, personal tutor or international office whether your participation in our project qualifies for such a grant. They can also tell you about the conditions, the application procedure and the amount. It is well worth looking into early, as a grant can make a nice contribution to the cost of your experience abroad.