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Affordable Medical & Healthcare internships in Zanzibar

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Program Overview

Take your first step into global healthcare with a medical internship in Zanzibar! With Intern Abroad HQ, you can gain real-world experience in dental care, emergency services, pediatrics, pharmacy, general medicine, and more - all while living on one of the world’s most stunning island destinations.

Over 2–24 weeks, you'll shadow and support local healthcare professionals in clinics and hospitals, gaining valuable insight into medical systems in a low-resource setting. Whether you're preparing for med school or building a competitive healthcare resume, this is your chance to learn by doing.

Internships are fully supported and affordable, including a guaranteed placement, housing, airport pickup, and 24/7 in-country support. We also help you navigate academic credit if required by your university.

Build confidence, cultural awareness, and clinical understanding - while making a meaningful impact. Apply today and start your transformative medical journey in Zanzibar!

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Program Highlights

Program Fees from just US$1479 for 2 weeks.
Includes arrangement of your placement, airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, 24/7 in-country support and more!
Start dates every Monday, Year round!
Gain practical skills and boost your employability with guidance from Intern Abroad HQ’s Experiential Learning Curriculum to support your learning and cultural intelligence.
Experience life on Zanzibar, a unique and beautiful African island.

What's Included

Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
Some Meals / Partial Meal Plan
Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Airport Transfer (Drop-Off)
Some Equipment
On-Site / In-Country Staff Support
Pre-Departure Orientation
In-Country Orientation
Training
Language Lessons
Cultural Training / Program / Orientation
Academic Credit
Letter of Recommendation
Certificate of Completion
Emergency Support
Internship Placement

Program Details

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Locations

  • Zanzibar

Fields & Subjects

  • Dentistry
  • Health Sciences
  • Medicine
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Physical Therapy

Available Terms / Availability

  • Years Offered
  • Year Round
  • Terms Available
  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Winter
  • Summer

Eligible Nationalities

  • All Nationalities
  • This Program is also open to Couples, Group

Education Levels & Language

  • Language
  • English
  • Education
  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)
  • University Junior (3rd Year)
  • University Senior (4th Year)
  • University 5th Year or More
  • Associate degree
  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Master’s degree
  • Professional degree
  • Doctorate degree

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Home-stays

Application Procedures

  • Online Application
  • Written Application
  • Other
  • Phone/Video Interview

Age Requirement

18+

Duration

  • Summer
  • Winter
  • Short Term
  • Spring
  • 1-3 Months
  • 3-6 Months
  • Fall

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Nicholas KerruishDecember 2025

Staying with a host family provides great insight into the local culture

I liked my accommodation and would recommend to other interns that staying with a host family provides great insight into the local culture, with familiar people and less stress of having to plan meals.

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GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2025 - Intern Abroad
GoAbroad Top Rated Provider 2024 - Intern Abroad
Top Rated Provider 2023 - Intern Abroad
Top Rated Internship Organization 2022
Top Online Program 2022
Innovative New Program – Intern Abroad Finalist 2022
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Top Rated Organization 2021 - Internships Abroad
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