INTERNSHIP ABROAD PROGRAM

GLOBAL CLINICAL INTERNSHIP OR ROTATION (KENYA)

A clinical placement in Kenya (4+ weeks)

AT A GLANCE

  • Global Internship Course
  • Multidisciplinary
  • Intern Abroad Destination: Kenya
  • Dates: Flexible (Year-Round) - minimum 4 weeks
  • Eligibility: Undergrad/grad/professional - medicine, nursing, pharmacy, health sciences 

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

Gain Clinical Experience in Kenya's Healthcare System
Embark on a transformative journey through a Global Clinical Internship or Rotation in Kenya. This hands-on program immerses qualified students in the fast-paced environment of a teaching hospital, providing practical exposure to global healthcare delivery. Students will work alongside local healthcare professionals, engaging in clinical rotations that encompass a range of specialties such as internal medicine, surgery, pediatrics, and emergency care.

Situated in Kenya, a country known for its rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, this program blends clinical practice with cultural immersion, offering students a unique opportunity to apply their skills in a global context. Throughout the internship, students will enhance their understanding of international health systems, deepen their clinical competencies, and gain insights into the challenges of delivering healthcare in resource-limited settings.

Host sites include university teaching hospitals, other selected urban and rural hospitals and health centers, as well as public health-related NGOs.

Custom placements are available year-round, with flexible durations (minimum 4 weeks).
Program Highlights
  • Immersive clinical experience: Gain direct exposure to patient care and healthcare delivery through rotations in various specialties within a Kenyan teaching hospital.
  • Global healthcare insights: Learn about Kenya’s healthcare innovations and challenges, from rural health disparities to the management of infectious diseases and chronic conditions.
  • Cultural integration: Experience Kenya’s rich culture through guided cultural activities and reflective sessions that enhance understanding of local healthcare contexts and patient needs.
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ACADEMICS

Program Structure
The Global Clinical Internship or Rotation is a clinical placement spanning a minimum of four weeks plus pre-program eLearning. It enables students to develop and apply their theoretical and practical knowledge in a real-world work environment. Qualified students are placed with a local hospital or public health organization in one of various fields, including, among others, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, allied health, oral health, or mental health. Students are matched with host organizations according to their level of study, existing skills, and desired fields. A specific placement plan is developed in advance of each stay.

Students benefit from a pre-placement orientation, a weekly classroom or field session with interdisciplinary training, and a weekly formal supervisory meeting.

Learning Outcomes
  • Clinical competence in a global setting: Gain practical experience in patient care, diagnostics, and treatment within the context of an international healthcare system, enhancing clinical skills across diverse medical disciplines.
  • Cultural adaptability and communication: Develop the ability to work effectively with patients, healthcare professionals, and teams from different cultural backgrounds, fostering communication skills and cultural sensitivity essential for global health practice.
  • Integration of clinical knowledge with global health issues: Apply clinical expertise in addressing healthcare challenges in resource-limited settings, linking medical practice with broader public health concerns, and contributing to innovative solutions in a global context.
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PROGRAM LOCATION: KENYA

The powerhouse of the East African Community, Kenya is one of the most diverse countries in Africa. From the white sandy beaches and the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean to volcanic mountains in the Great Rift Valley. From the vast savannahs to the lacustrine highlands near Lake Victoria, the largest freshwater lake on the continent. Cultural traditions converge in Kenya, making it a dynamic and vibrant place to visit and experience.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Kenya is a vibrant East African hub, blending dynamic urban life with breathtaking natural landscapes.
As part of the program, you will experience the country’s rich cultural heritage and diverse communities. Starting in Nairobi, explore the city’s energetic markets, visit the National Museum, and see Kenya’s conservation efforts at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust or the Giraffe Centre.
Kenya is also deeply rooted in tradition. Walk through the historic Karen Blixen Estate, learn about the culture of its more than 40 tribes, and visit local villages to experience daily life. 
Take a safari in Nairobi National Park, just minutes from the city. Spend weekends exploring the Maasai Mara, the white-sand beaches of Diani, or the Great Rift Valley with Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park.
For those seeking adventure, climb Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak, or go white-water rafting in Saganna. Food lovers can explore the fusion of African, Indian, and Middle Eastern influences in Kenyan cuisine, from delicious nyama choma (grilled meat) to flavorful street food like samosas and chapati.
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HOUSING & MEALS

The program includes 4+ weeks in Kenya. For this time, GEI Kenya offers different housing options that students can choose from, pending availability. These include:

  • Homestays: Typically single rooms, with shared bathroom, and access to a kitchen and living room
  • Serviced apartments: Single or shared double rooms, with shared bathroom, and access to a kitchen and living room
  • University residence halls at our local partner universities: Shared double rooms, with shared bathroom and no kitchen facilities
  • Simple guesthouses: Shared double rooms, with shared bathroom and no kitchen facilities


Homestay host families typically provide breakfast and dinner. Students in serviced apartments, university residence halls, or guesthouses are usually responsible for all meals outside of core course meals.

You can find additional information in the following blog post: Accommodation – What to expect.

DATES, FEES, AND SCHOLARSHIPS

Program Dates

Application Due Date

Fees

Year-round (4+ weeks)

3 months prior to program start

US $2,850 (4 weeks)
US $550 per additional week

At GEI, we strongly believe in equal access to academic opportunities in study abroad. In order to help eliminate financial barriers, we offer a variety of merit scholarships, trailblazer scholarships, and opportunity scholarships and grants, ranging from $500 to full tuition awards. Each year, GEI is awarding several hundred thousand dollars in scholarships. You can find further information as well as additional resources for external funding opportunities in the following blog post: Scholarships & Grants.

INSTRUCTORS & COORDINATORS

Meet our core team

All of our instructors and coordinators are highly experienced and resourceful professionals.
Waleed Fatth, MPH
Program Director
Francoise Uzamukunda, MA
Academic Director, East Africa
Thuy Phan, MA
Academic Director, Vietnam
Chone Chaowai, MIDP
Academic Director, Thailand
Kari Cousins, MA/MSc
Academic Director, Southern Africa
Yvan Rubengebenge
Operations Manager, Rwanda
Eric Kingoina, DCS
Operations Manager, Kenya
Dang Huynh, BA
Operations, Vietnam
Denyse Iradukunda, BA
Operations, Rwanda
Sammy Davies Mochama, BSc
Operations, Kenya
Mabwe Gwamure, BSc
Operations, South Africa

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