Remote Sustainable Tourism Internship — Mattikoko Safari Camp (via Roots Interns)

Introduction

Join a remote internship that supports a Maasai-owned, eco-friendly tented camp in Kenya’s Maasai Mara while gaining practical experience in sustainable tourism, digital marketing, and storytelling. This virtual placement is built for students and recent graduates who want to help promote community-led conservation and develop skills in website management, social media and market research.

Organization

Host organization: Mattikoko Safari Camp — a Maasai-owned sustainable tented camp in the Maasai Mara focused on conservation and community empowerment. Program provider: Roots Interns, which arranges matching, orientation, supervision and remote support for international interns.

Internship Details

Company: Mattikoko Safari Camp (host) via Roots Interns
Closing Date: Not specified (applications accepted via Roots Interns; placements confirmed on selection and payment)
Type: Remote internship (virtual placement)
Position: Sustainable Tourism Intern (Remote)
Internship Category: Sustainable Tourism, Marketing & Communications, Environmental Management
Internship Duration: Minimum 8 weeks; start and end dates flexible and agreed with host (placements commonly 8+ weeks)
Location (on-site / remote / hybrid): Remote — work online while supporting an on-ground project in Maasai Mara, Kenya

Responsibilities

Assist with website content and basic web management, write blog posts and web copy about safari experiences and conservation, create social media content, contribute to marketing and communications strategy, conduct market research and competitor analysis, draft newsletters and email campaigns, and support efforts to increase online visibility and bookings while aligning communications with sustainability goals.

How to Apply

Apply through the Roots Interns application form for the Remote Sustainable Tourism Internship: submit a CV, state your availability and interests, complete an initial interview with the Roots team, and — if matched — interview with the camp supervisor. Placement confirmation follows Roots’ matching process and payment of the program fee.

Benefits

Hands-on experience in sustainable tourism marketing, mentorship and regular check-ins from Roots and the host, eligibility for academic credit (subject to your university), certificate of completion and optional reference letter, flexible scheduling, and a chance to contribute to community-led conservation and indigenous empowerment initiatives.

Conclusion

The Remote Sustainable Tourism Internship with Mattikoko Safari Camp offers a practical, low-barrier way to build digital marketing and conservation communications skills while supporting an authentic Maasai-led eco-tourism project. Its remote format and flexible duration make it suitable for students and recent graduates seeking meaningful international experience without travel.