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  • Good Health And Well-Being

Public Health Internship

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4 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Clinic Assistance Work with local healthcare providers to help clinics manage their workload and gain experience at the same time.
  • Home-Based Care Accompany local caregivers to rural homes of those unable to reach clinics.
  • 360 Degree Experience Obtain practical experience, exploring key issues in Zambia’s public healthcare system and bringing research-driven change.

Highlights

  • Clinic Assistance Work with local healthcare providers to help clinics manage their workload and gain experience at the same time.
  • Home-Based Care Accompany local caregivers to rural homes of those unable to reach clinics.
  • 360 Degree Experience Obtain practical experience, exploring key issues in Zambia’s public healthcare system and bringing research-driven change.
  • Afternoon Projects Participate in activities focused on uplifting and educating the local community.
  • Deliver practical workshops on topics that range from promoting disease prevention to living a healthy life
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    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    A global health program that takes place in Livingstone, Zambia. The internship is designed to empower the community and improve the quality of healthcare.

    Help Improve the Community's Access to Quality Healthcare

    Join us for a transformative 4-week journey in Livingstone, Zambia, where you’ll become an integral part of a global health initiative designed to revolutionise access to quality healthcare in this vibrant town.

    This unique internship program ...

    About the program

    Help Improve the Community's Access to Quality Healthcare

    Join us for a transformative 4-week journey in Livingstone, Zambia, where you’ll become an integral part of a global health initiative designed to revolutionise access to quality healthcare in this vibrant town.

    This unique internship program transcends traditional observation, placing you at the forefront of impactful change. You’ll collaborate with passionate healthcare workers, professionals, and NGOs, gaining invaluable insights into the current health landscape. Your contributions will extend far beyond passive observation. Partner with local communities to understand their specific healthcare needs and challenges, analysing data and engaging in open dialogue. Witness firsthand the challenges and triumphs of delivering effective care in a resource-limited setting.


    Public Healthcare

    Expand your understanding by joining home-based care visits on the outskirts of Livingstone. Witness the dedication and resilience of healthcare workers as they navigate the daily difficulties and limitations of the healthcare system. This immersive experience will challenge your perspectives and equip you with invaluable knowledge and empathy, shaping your future contributions to the field of public health.


    Proactive Outreach

    Effecting interventions at grassroots level can be highly useful in accomplishing change. Engage in dynamic discussions on critical issues like teenage pregnancy, pre- and post-natal care, and disease management alongside local midwives and healthcare experts. Witness firsthand the challenges and triumphs of proactive outreach and preventive care as you connect with at-risk individuals in the community.


    Workshops

    By delivering a series of workshops on varying topics, you’ll find your internship experience to be dynamic and fulfilling in surprising ways. Your role goes beyond simply delivering information. You’ll foster a safe and inclusive space where open dialogue and active participation are encouraged. You may present on HIV, talk to different schools or establishments, or compare the dynamics of rural vs urban medicine.

    Typical day

    Here’s the shortened version with Monday – Friday clearly indicated:

    Example Weekly Schedule – Livingstone, Zambia

    Monday – Friday

    Morning
    07:00 – 07:40 | Breakfast
    07:40 – 08:00 | Depart for project
    08:00 – 11:00 | Home Based Care or clinic assistance
    11:00 – 12:00 | Back at volunteer ...

    Typical day

    Here’s the shortened version with Monday – Friday clearly indicated:

    Example Weekly Schedule – Livingstone, Zambia

    Monday – Friday

    Morning
    07:00 – 07:40 | Breakfast
    07:40 – 08:00 | Depart for project
    08:00 – 11:00 | Home Based Care or clinic assistance
    11:00 – 12:00 | Back at volunteer house / free time / activities talk

    Lunch
    12:00 – 12:30

    Afternoon
    12:30 – 13:00 | Prep for afternoon activities
    13:00 – 16:00 | Community projects (Eco Club, Math Club, Reading Club, Girl Impact, Rugby, Health Club) or village tours
    16:30 – 18:00 | Back at volunteer house / free time

    Dinner
    18:00 – 18:30

    Evening
    18:30 onwards | Movie night, games night, or free time

    Free-time activities

    Adventure Activities

    Livingstone is your ticket to adventure. Take advantage of your proximity to the great and mighty Victoria Falls, as well as the other adventures the Zambezi has to offer. Zambezi boat cruises, river safaris, white water rafting, and canoe trips are all ways in which you can ...

    Free-time activities

    Adventure Activities

    Livingstone is your ticket to adventure. Take advantage of your proximity to the great and mighty Victoria Falls, as well as the other adventures the Zambezi has to offer. Zambezi boat cruises, river safaris, white water rafting, and canoe trips are all ways in which you can encounter these great waters. You can also ride quad bike trails or view the scenery from the air in a microlight or helicopter.

     

    Go on Safari

    Livingstone, Zambia is safari country. Here, you can spot a whole lot of wildlife, do rhino bushwalks or even take a boat safari to spot elephants off the Zambezi River. You can also go on weekend outings to the world-famous Chobe National Park, which is across the border in Botswana.

     

    Water Activities

    Situated so close to Victora Falls, Livingstone, Zambia offers a variety of water activities. During the weekend, you will be able to book to go on excursions such as cruises, white water rafting, fishing or raft floating.

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (fluently)

    Criminal Background Check

    required

    Required Documents

    CV

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Other Skills

    organizational skills, positivity, passionate

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday from 08:00 - 16:30

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    Inclusions

    • Backpacker-style accommodation with swimming pool

    • Breakfast, lunch, and dinner (Monday – Friday)

    • Airport transfers on arrival and departure

    • All project transport, equipment, and resources

    • Support from experienced local and international African Impact staff

    • Full orientation for responsible project contribution

    Exclusions

    • Flights

    • Visas

    • Insurance

    • Weekend tours

    • Personal expenses

    Airport Pickup at Livingstone Airport

    Interns will be collected from Livingstone Airport (between 9am and 6pm on Mondays) and dropped off on their departure day by one of African Impact's staff members.  

    Accommodation

    Accommodation – Livingstone, Zambia

    Your home away from home in Livingstone is a friendly, secure volunteer base with comfortable shared rooms and social communal spaces. You’ll stay at Victoria Falls Backpackers in a comfortable, social volunteer set-up with shared rooms (4–8 beds), hot-water shared bathrooms, and access to facilities like a dining area, bar, and swimming pool. It’s also an easy walk to Livingstone town centre for shops, cafés, and restaurants.

    You’ll be supported by African Impact staff throughout, with a full orientation on arrival. The base has 24/7 security, clear safety procedures, and robust participant and child-protection policies in place.


    Food & Beverages

    Meals will be provides three times a day (everyday)

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Livingstone Airport (LVI) in Livingstone. We assist you to find cheap flights to Zambia. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Zambia provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Zambia you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Zambia. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    You may begin this internship on:

    Every Monday of the year. 

    Free Airport Transfers between 9am and 6pm on Mondays. 10 Day stays gets a free departure transfer on a Thursday.


    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $858 per week 4 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    4 - 12 weeks

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    Reserve your spot with just a few clicks and a small, secure deposit. You can pay by credit card, PayPal, or other convenient methods.

    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Africa > Eastern Africa > Zambia > Livingstone

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