Internships in Malawi

Join a professional veterinary internship working with wildlife in Malawi! Due to an increase in deforestation and the struggles between man and wildlife, many of Malawi's wild animals are losing their natural habitats and are often found injured or in severe distress. This project offers a safe haven for these animals, assisting in their recovery and rehabilitation and, wherever possible, releasing them back into the wild. Those that cannot be released find a permanent home in large natural enclosures where they can roam freely. Interns will get to assist with a wide variety of tasks, ranging from assisting with health checks and emergency surgeries to caring for orphaned vervet monkeys. Interns will also be taking part in non-veterinary tasks such as food preparation. In 2017, this center rescued 89 different animals, performed 190 veterinary procedures and had 286 animals under rehabilitation!

Choosing a veterinary internship with RealStep is more than just gaining experience; it's about making a real impact while advancing your career. We offer unique opportunities to work alongside professionals in some of the world's most biodiverse environments. Whether caring for orphaned wildlife in the Amazon, treating animals in the heart of Africa, or assisting in conservation efforts in South Africa's reserves, each internship is designed to deepen your expertise while contributing to vital conservation and animal welfare efforts. With RealStep, you don't just sharpen your veterinary skills but also immerse yourself in rich cultural experiences, collaborate with local communities, and play a key role in protecting endangered species and ecosystems. If you're driven by a passion for wildlife, hungry for adventure, and ready to transform your studies into meaningful action, take on this internship! RealStep is a perfect choice to elevate your veterinary career while making a lasting difference in the world.

Nursing internships abroad are the perfect opportunity for everyone who wants to boost their nursing career and enhance their possibilities. Explore the beauty of Asia, Africa and South America while taking part in a nursing internship and gaining valuable skills and training. College, nursing and pre-nursing students can get some insights into a medical career whilst helping aid projects to make a difference in the lives of the locals. Add this amazing volunteer experience to your CV and learn to work in different surroundings, it will really make you stand out from the crowd!

Our healthcare placements offer an unparalleled learning experience, coupled with a rewarding volunteering opportunity. These placements act as an international training ground where you can observe healthcare practices firsthand and witness the tangible impact of volunteering overseas in the healthcare sector. We firmly believe that healthcare is a basic human right and should be accessible to all. We collaborate with hospitals and clinics that share this belief and are tirelessly working towards fulfilling this need. Your assistance can be of immense value to them. Our health projects provide a unique chance for volunteers to understand the health challenges and issues faced by developing countries. Working on our projects will be a different experience compared to what you might be used to Available Departments: - General Medical Department - Nursing Department - Accident and Emergency Department - General Surgery Department - Maternity and Midwifery Department - Outpatient Department (OPD) - Dentistry Department - Optometry Department - Laboratory and Research Department - Pediatric Ward

Join our legal internship in Mzuzu, Malawi, where we focus on fighting injustice and supporting vulnerable women and children through legal aid and human rights advocacy. Work alongside certified lawyers in a local law firm committed to real change, contributing directly to meaningful legal cases. Located in the scenic northern region of Malawi, the firm offers interns a chance to explore the local culture while working in a professional legal environment. You’ll live with the hosting lawyer's family, gaining a deeper connection to the community. We provide training and mentorship from experienced attorneys to help you understand Malawian law, court procedures, and community-based legal advocacy. As an intern, you may: • Assist clients in preparing for court • Help explain legal processes and rights • Advocate for women facing domestic abuse • Support case management and draft legal opinions • Lead human rights awareness workshops in the community This program offers a unique, immersive legal experience that combines professional growth with social impact.

Join this remote research to be part of the wildlife conservation and research conducted at the Kuti Wildlife Reserve. With pressure from poachers and farmers, the reserve is suffering as a conservation area that depends on tourism. Join Dr. Hezy, who recently starred in Nat Geo WILD’s Jungle Animal Rescue TV show, and her team to help with surveillance of the reserve. Projects include aerial drone surveys to learn to identify species from the sky and generate population density data. Camera traps are used to assess body condition scores, injuries, and signs of snaring. If any injuries are noted, the team is sent out to investigate. Using one health perspective, students compile published research for a grant proposal to research wildlife and livestock reservoirs of sleeping sickness in Malawi. Each six-week fellowship requires 100 research hours. Students can earn 200 research hours with our twelve-week sessions. Upon completion, they earn a certificate in Aerial Drone and Camera Trap Techniques for Surveying Wildlife Populations and Health from Loop Abroad. University credit is not included. No experience is required.

Embark on a unique and immersive veterinary internship at a wildlife center in Malawi’s capital Lilongwe! This program offers a rare opportunity to gain hands-on experience in wildlife veterinary medicine within a sanctuary environment. The externship is designed for students pursuing a veterinary-related qualification, providing practical clinical skills and a broader understanding of wildlife care and rehabilitation. Participants build on practical skills and knowledge in wildlife veterinary medicine while enhancing their expertise through real-world clinical and rehabilitation work. By contributing to the health and well-being of wildlife in a sanctuary setting, externs play a significant role in supporting broader conservation efforts. Note: This externship is exclusively for veterinary medicine students. It is not open to qualified veterinarians, and although it is open to vet students of all levels, it is most targeted to first- and second-year students.