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GEI Kenya – Global Clinical Internship (Year-Round) (Outgoing Program) Print  Share
  • Locations: Nairobi, Kenya
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  • Program Sponsor: Global Engagement Institute 
  • This program is currently not accepting applications.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Program Advisor: Allie Winik, Jennifer Margherito Program Options: Internship
Areas of Study: Biology, Health & Exercise Science Class Standing: 1 - Freshman, 2 - Sophomore, 3 - Junior, 4 - Senior, 5 - Graduate
Language of Instruction: English Housing Options: Apartment, Homestay, Student Residence
Program Description:
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GEI Kenya: Global Clinical Internship (Year-Round) 

Program Overview
Join GEI's Global Clinical Internship in Kenya and gain invaluable insight into international healthcare delivery while expanding your cultural horizons. Whether you're a pre-med student, nursing major, public health learner, or a more advanced clinical trainee, this program places you in a health-focused setting that aligns with your experience level and goals.

Internships are hosted in public and private hospitals, health centers, and community-based organizations across Nairobi and beyond. You'll work alongside local professionals, engaging in clinical observation, public health outreach, or hands-on care tasks - always ethically tailored to your scope of training.

Program Highlights
  • Contribute to the delivery of care in real-world settings, under professional supervision
  • Observe and learn from Kenyan physicians, nurses, and public health workers
  • Support community-based health initiatives addressing local priorities
  • Build cross-cultural communication skills through weekly reflection and mentorship

Academics
Course & Credits (4 total):
  • INT302: Global Clinical Internship (4 credits)
Learning Outcomes:
  • Observe and apply core public and clinical health principles in diverse settings
  • Collaborate with healthcare teams and local peers in culturally appropriate ways
  • Understand ethical issues in global clinical work, including scope-of-practice boundaries
  • Reflect on health equity, systemic challenges, and personal growth in global health

Unique Experiences in Kenya
From major hospitals in Nairobi to rural health centers, you'll explore Kenya's evolving health system - well-regarded across Africa for its innovation and resilience. Clinical immersion is complemented by rich cultural experiences, including guided excursions, local language introduction, and facilitated conversations on global health ethics and cultural humility.

Dates & Eligibility
  • Program Dates: Flexible, year-round (min. 4 weeks)
  • Open to undergraduate, graduate, and early-career professionals in fields like medicine, nursing, public health, or allied health
  • Appropriate responsibilities are assigned based on your academic level and prior experience
  • Pre-health and pre-med students welcome - direct patient care only allowed if appropriately qualified
 

FIND OUT MORE:

About This Program.
About GEI's Study Abroad Programs.
Contact GEI at studyabroad@global-engagement.org.
 
 
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Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.

This program is currently not accepting applications.