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SIT Study Abroad: Kenya: Public Health in the Tropics Intern

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Explore the complexities of public health promotion and practice in Kenya and the tropics while gaining professional experience. In Kisumu, home to the Kenya Medical Research Institute, complete an internship at the County Department of Health, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital, or Kisumu County Referral Hospital. Study infectious diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosi...

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Program Highlights

Complete an internship at one of Kisumu County’s three major health facilities.

Reflect on Western stereotypes and preconceptions about Kenya and Africa.

Visit key public health sites in Kisumu County.

Take a weekend excursion to Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Explore tropical disease prevention and management.

Quick Details

Locations:
  • Kisumu, Kenya
Availability
Year(s) Offered2026Terms Available:
  • Summer
Age Requirement:Varies
Types & Subjects
Subjects & Courses:
  • African Studies
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering
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Guidelines:
  • All Nationalities
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Program Details

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Locations

  • Kisumu, Kenya

Types and Subjects

  • Subjects & Courses
  • African Studies
  • Biochemistry
  • Bioengineering

Availability

Years Offered: 2026

Terms Available:
  • Summer

Age Requirement

Age Requirement Varies

Guidelines

All Nationalities

Program Cost Includes

  • Tuition & Fees
  • Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
  • All Program Activity Costs
  • Medical / Accident Insurance

Accommodation Options

  • Apartment/Flat
  • Group living

Qualifications & Experience

    Language Skills Required

  • English

    Accepted Education Levels

  • University Freshman (1st Year)
  • University Sophomore (2nd Year)

Application Procedures

  • Physical Exam/Health Records
  • Transcript
  • Other
  • Online Application

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Explore the complexities of public health promotion and practice in Kenya and the tropics while gaining professional experience. In Kisumu, home to the Kenya Medical Research Institute, complete an internship at the County Department of Health, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital, or Kisumu County Referral Hospital. Study infectious diseases such as malaria, HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and neglected tropical diseases. Enjoy a two-day excursion to Maasai Mara National Reserve, home to lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, and hippos. Please visit the SIT Study Abroad website for details of coursework, educational excursions, and housing. MONEY MATTERS SIT has given an average of over $1.3 million in scholarships and grants to SIT Study Abroad students in recent years and is com...

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