VACorps Public Health Internships in Cape Town
by: VACorps
Use your healthcare knowledge and training to aid organizations addressing South Africa's critical health threats, from HIV/AIDS to COVID-19. VACorps matches you with mentors leading education, research, and frontline healthcare. Placements are available in public health administration, university work or affiliation, and experiential learning. No matter where you intern, expect to collaborate wi...
Use your healthcare knowledge and training to aid organizations addressing South Africa's critical health threats, from HIV/AIDS to COVID-19. VACorps matches you with mentors leading education, research, and frontline healthcare. Placements are available in public health administration, university work or affiliation, and experiential learning. No matter where you intern, expect to collaborate with qualified professionals. You could carry out epidemiological studies and evaluate healthcare accessibility in South Africa, conduct research and collect data, and deliver awareness programs in local communities. A Program Manager provides indirect supervision throughout your internship. You’re expected to be proactive in identifying ways you can contribute, particularly in your career interest...
Program Highlights
Develop practical public healthcare skills coinciding with the theories you have learned in university.
Understand the role of public health in shaping the health of South Africa’s “key populations”.
Dive into a fully immersive internship that involves hands-on work experience, mentorship, discussion, and reflection.
Determine your specialty in healthcare while interning in a specific area: marketing, report writing, or current issues.
Immerse yourself in a new environment and boost your cultural competence.
Quick Details
- Cape Town, South Africa
- 1-3 Months
- Health Administration
- All Nationalities
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Program Details
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Locations
- Cape Town, South Africa
Types and Subjects
- Fields
- Health Administration
Availability
Years Offered: Year Round
- 1-3 Months
Age Requirement
Age Requirement Varies
Guidelines
All Nationalities
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Internship Placement
- Emergency Support
- Some Program Activity Costs
- Airport Transfer (Pick-Up)
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Guest House
- Independent living
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
- English
Language Skills Required
- University Sophomore (2nd Year)
- University Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
- Other
- Phone/Video Interview
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Use your healthcare knowledge and training to aid organizations addressing South Africa's critical health threats, from HIV/AIDS to COVID-19. VACorps matches you with mentors leading education, research, and frontline healthcare. Placements are available in public health administration, university work or affiliation, and experiential learning. No matter where you intern, expect to collaborate with qualified professionals. You could carry out epidemiological studies and evaluate healthcare accessibility in South Africa, conduct research and collect data, and deliver awareness programs in local communities. A Program Manager provides indirect supervision throughout your internship. You’re expected to be proactive in identifying ways you can contribute, particularly in your career interest...
VACorps
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Ready to Learn More?
Use your healthcare knowledge and training to aid organizations addressing South Africa's critical health threats, from HIV/AIDS to COVID-19. VACorps matches you with mentors leading education, research, and frontline healthcare. Placements are available in public health administration, university work or affiliation, and experiential learning. No matter where you intern, expect to collaborate with qualified professionals. You could carry out epidemiological studies and evaluate healthcare accessibility in South Africa, conduct research and collect data, and deliver awareness programs in local communities. A Program Manager provides indirect supervision throughout your internship. You’re expected to be proactive in identifying ways you can contribute, particularly in your career interest...
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