Medicine Internship in Tanzania

Take your medical training beyond the classroom with our Medicine Internship in Tanzania, designed for university students, pre-med students, and aspiring healthcare professionals seeking real-world clinical experience.

Interns work alongside local doctors and nurses in hospitals, clinics, or community health centers, gaining insight into healthcare delivery in resource-limited environments. You’ll observe medical procedures, interact with patients, and learn about tropical diseases, global health issues, and the daily challenges faced by Tanzanian medical staff.

This internship offers an exceptional opportunity to enhance your medical knowledge, develop intercultural competence, and make a meaningful contribution to healthcare in Africa.

Program Details

Price:
USD $2,800 for 2 weeks
The program fee includes airport pickup, orientation, accommodation, daily meals, hospital or clinic placement, and ongoing in-country support. Every aspect is arranged for a safe, structured, and professionally guided internship experience.

Extra Weeks:
USD $600 per additional week
Participants can extend their stay to further explore specialized departments or assist in community health projects. Longer placements allow deeper learning, stronger mentor relationships, and greater impact.

Start Date:
Flexible – Available year-round
You can begin your internship at any time that suits your academic calendar. Placements are available throughout the year, and schedules are personalized to ensure maximum learning and convenience.

Minimum Duration:
2 weeks
A two-week minimum ensures participants gain substantial experience, while longer stays allow for rotation through different hospital units such as pediatrics, surgery, maternity, or general medicine.

Ages:
16 years and above
Open to pre-med, medical, and nursing students, as well as recent graduates interested in developing practical healthcare experience. No previous clinical background is required—just motivation, responsibility, and a genuine interest in medicine.

Activities You May Be Involved In

Interns participate in a combination of observation and hands-on learning activities designed to develop clinical and intercultural skills, such as:

• Shadowing doctors and nurses during ward rounds and outpatient visits
• Observing minor procedures and diagnostic tests (under supervision)
• Learning about tropical and infectious diseases unique to East Africa
• Participating in community health outreach programs and vaccination drives
• Assisting in public health education workshops for local communities
• Supporting administrative and record-keeping tasks within healthcare facilities
• Engaging in interactive medical seminars and case discussions with local practitioners
• Exploring Tanzania through guided cultural tours and weekend safaris

This internship blends academic learning with humanitarian service, giving participants a well-rounded understanding of healthcare systems in a global context.