This internship is designed to expand your medical knowledge and skills. To achieve this, we’ve partnered with local hospitals, offering you the chance to gain experience across a variety of departments.

During your placement, you may have the opportunity to work in:

• Maternity
• General Medicine
• Pediatrics
• Surgery
• Laboratory
• Dental Unit
• Palliative Care

The number of departments you can explore depends on the duration of your internship. We suggest spending at least one week per department to maximize your learning. If you have a particular interest in a specific department, feel free to reach out to us for personalized guidance.

This experience allows you to develop medical expertise by learning directly from professionals and engaging in outreach initiatives. Here’s what you can expect to do:

• Observe and learn from experienced doctors in hospitals or clinics.
• Rotate through multiple departments to explore various specialities.
• Participate in hands-on medical workshops to gain practical skills.
• Take part in medical outreach programs to support local communities.

You’ll spend your days shadowing doctors during patient consultations, observing medical procedures, and learning about diagnosing and treating diseases. This experience will give you a deeper understanding of how medical professionals handle challenges such as limited resources and funding in Tanzania.

Your time in the internship may include rotations through various departments, allowing you to explore different medical fields and discover which specialization resonates with you.

Every two weeks, you’ll join workshops led by local medical professionals. These sessions provide hands-on learning opportunities, such as measuring blood pressure or administering first aid. Additionally, you’ll gain insight into the symptoms, prevention, and treatment of tropical diseases like malaria.

During medical outreaches, you’ll assist local communities under the supervision of trained professionals. You’ll learn how to deliver talks on healthy eating, take blood pressure and sugar readings, and help diagnose basic medical conditions. These initiatives offer essential healthcare services to individuals who may not have access to regular medical treatment.