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Medical & Nursing Internship in Kenya

by: African Impact

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Whether you're still studying or qualified in a medical or healthcare field, gain unparalleled access to hospitals and clinics in the rural region of Limuru in this customized internship. The role exposes you to various departments, from obstetrics to critical care to HIV/AIDS counseling and even in-theatre operations. From 4–12 weeks, you can focus on a specific area or spend time in multiple dep...

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Program Highlights

Customize your internship placement, ensuring you get exposure to hospital or clinic departments that are relevant to your studies or skills.

Expand your current medical knowledge through practical experience in a clinical or medical setting or during community outreach.

Learn about the healthcare system of Kenya, which has different practices, resources, and conditions from that of your home country.

Receive guidance and mentorship from Kenyan healthcare professionals who make sure you get the most out of the internship.

Live and work in a beautiful rural region of Kenya, in the rolling green hillsides of Limuru.

Quick Details

Locations
  • Rural Areas, Kenya
Availability
Year(s) OfferedYear RoundIntern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Winter
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects:
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Nursing
Guidelines:
  • American
  • Argentinian
  • Asian
  • Australian
  • Austrian
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Recognitions

Top Rated Volunteer Abroad Organization 2022

Program Reviews

Hear what past participants have to say about the programs

Overall Rating

9.06

Total Reviews

2

Volunteering in Kenya

by: Ranya DerrickProgram: Medical & Nursing Internship in Kenya
10

Well, where do I even start! I feel so blessed to have been able to come to Kenya, and I am sure this is just the first of many visits to come! Any anxiety I felt before travelling vanished the moment I landed and met my driver David. From that second I knew I was in for one of my favourite adventures! Neema, you wonderful soul! You made me feel safe and so at home! Seeing your face every morning just brightened my every day! I was also surprised that we would have the lovely Ayuma and Dorcas lo...

African Impact Limuru Nursing Home Volunteer Experience

by: Ria SyalProgram: Medical & Nursing Internship in Kenya
8

If you’re trying to build your clinical skills as an undergraduate student (I did this after my second year of undergrad from North America), I think this program is amazing. You get to do hands-on things (learning to draw blood, vaccinate babies, etc.) if you assert yourself and get as involved as possible with the medical team. I did this program for 2 weeks although all of the others I knew were doing it for longer;personally, I felt 2 weeks was enough time. However, I do feel that since your...

Program Details

Learn all the nitty gritty details you need to know

Locations

  • Rural Areas, Kenya

Types and Subjects

  • Fields
  • Health Administration
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine

Availability

Years Offered: Year Round

Intern Duration:
  • 1-3 Months
  • Fall
  • Spring

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

  • American
  • Argentinian
  • Asian
  • Australian

Program Cost Includes

  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
  • Weekday Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)

Accommodation Options

  • Dormitory
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)

Application Procedures

  • Online Application

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