Although Zimbabwe is undergoing major changes and development, it still faces many financial, social, and environmental challenges. Beyond the issues surrounding the breakdown of educational and medical services, Zimbabwe is facing environmental problems of drought, poaching, and deforestation.

Subsequently, there is not only a need for interns to share their skills, but a wide range of placements to suit all interests. Most students who intern abroad in Zimbabwe work on projects related to community development or the conservation and preservation of wildlife and natural resources. Zimbabwe is a vulnerable country; therefore, its government and various organizations will continually hire individuals from across the globe to alleviate the situation in the country.

Zoology & Wildlife Sciences. Famed for its wildlife and natural resources, there are many environmental and wildlife organizations devoted to the struggle to conserve and protect Zimbabwe’s endangered species. Conservation volunteer and internship programs are offered in almost all parts of Zimbabwe. These programs give interns a close-up wildlife experience, as well as a the opportunity to make a real ad much-needed contribution to the conservation and sustainable development sectors.

Medicine. Zimbabwe faces persistent health issues. As well as huge numbers of HIV/AIDS infected patients, there are frequent outbreaks of other deadly diseases, such as cholera and malaria. The government, along with numerous organizations, has been working hard in halting the spread of these diseases, and providing adequate healthcare for those affected. In this light, health-related internship programs are a good opportunity for foreigners who have a background in general health, and those who are compassionate about helping others.

Social Work. Foreign interns are welcomed in the battle to alleviate poverty in Zimbabwe. There are a multitude of issues facing Zimbabwean citizens, so an internship in social work could be working with orphans or homeless teens, providing education and support to women, or working in community outreach and development. There is a strong human element in these kinds of internships, and as well as learning more about the struggles developing nations face, you will forge lifelong connections with the people you work with.