From $2300
MEDICAL & NURSING INTERNSHIP IN KENYA
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Impact:
Medical & Healthcare
Destination:
Limuru, Kenya
Duration:
4 Weeks+
Fee: From $2,300
This cost covers your accommodation, meals, project fees, transfers, 24/7 support and in-country orientation.
Empower Kenya's Rural Areas with Healthcare Services
The vibrant tea town of Limuru in Kenya faces challenges in its healthcare system with limited resources and overcrowded facilities. For those who are studying or qualified in a medical or healthcare field, this internship will provide you with unparalleled access to a range of hospitals and clinics, as well as the complexities of public healthcare in a developing country.
With exposure to departments such as obstetrics, gynaecology, ICU, HIV/AIDS counselling and care, emergency, radiology/imaging, critical care, orthopaedics, oncology, general wards, anaesthesiology, and even operation theatres, you’ll gain incredible experience whilst offering invaluable support and assistance.
Project Highlights
SUPPORT NURSES & DOCTORS
Offer medical support and assistance at local clinics, hospitals, and healthcare centres.
GAIN EXPERIENCE
While improving your skills and abilities.
CUSTOMISE YOUR PLACEMENT
Get exposure to hospital or clinic departments that are relevant to you interests.
PUBLIC HEALTHCARE
Experience the complexities and challenges of public healthcare in a developing country.
MAASAI MARA
Visit the world renowned National Park on your free weekends.
Project Impact Areas
Here’s how you will create significant impact through the Medical & Nursing Internship in Kenya project.
Project Destination
Limuru, a quaint town nestled on the eastern rim of the Great Rift Valley, beckons with a charm that transcends its size. Just a short journey from Nairobi’s vibrant pulse, it offers a tranquil escape for volunteers steeped in rich history and natural splendour. Renowned as the cradle of Kenya’s thriving tea industry, Limuru’s verdant landscape unfolds in rolling hills carpeted with emerald tea plantations. Venture out of town and you will find the Great Rift Valley, the Maasai Mara and some of Africa’s best beaches down at the East African coast. Over the weekends, you can explore these sublime landscapes, get up close to Africa’s iconic wildlife in their natural ecosystem, and meet the Maasai community.
Life At Base
Location
Suswa Cottage is located at the Brackenhurst Hotel and Conference Centre in Limuru. Brackenhurst is situated on a 100-acre property with a restored, lush indigenous forest. Beautiful lush lawns within Brackenhurst offer peaceful spots to relax.
Accommodation & Meals
You will be staying in a comfortable, private cottage located on a 100 acre property surrounded by tea plantations and woodlands. The cottage has 3 bedrooms and shared bathroom facilities along with a kitchen and open plan lounge and dining area complete with comfy couches and fireplace providing ample space to relax in the evenings. The surrounding garden provides a peaceful spot to relax on warm African summer nights.
During the week, you will be provided with 3 meals a day. Breakfast is usually continental style whilst lunch is usually taken on project, and dinner is served as a freshly cooked hot meal. Just a short walk away from the cottage, an all-day café serves up all the favourites as well as excellent wood-fired pizzas with an eclectic selection of toppings!
Communication
To keep in touch with family and friends back home during your volunteering in Kenya, complimentary Wi-Fi is available at the Brackenhurst estate. It is also very easy to purchase a Kenyan SIM card for additional data.
Flights & Arrivals
Fly into Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) on your Monday project start date. Please ensure your flight arrives between 6am and 10pm in order to join the complimentary transfer service to your accommodation. Look for the African Impact sign, and a friendly face will be there to welcome you!
Staff
Meet Neema Nyoike, our Volunteer Project Coordinator in Limuru. Neema was born and raised in the Githunguri constituency of Kiambu County, Kenya. Before joining this team, she devoted her time and efforts to serving at Mamlaka Hill Chapel Ruaka, where she found purpose in contributing to the well-being of others. She also volunteered with an organization focused on educating adolescent girls about STIs and empowering them to start their own businesses. During her free time, Neema finds solace in listening to musical melodies, and she often indulges her culinary creativity by cooking and baking. As she joins the organization, she is committed to continuous growth, learning, and wholehearted dedication to advancing its mission and objectives.
During your internship, you’ll work alongside a diverse team of skilled healthcare professionals, including doctors, nurses, and practitioners, as well as fellow interns from across the globe. You’ll be accompanied daily as you rotate between various clinics and hospitals, ensuring you gain a comprehensive experience in different healthcare settings.
Safety
At African Impact, safety is our top priority. Our 20 years of success stems from our commitment to protecting interns, volunteers, staff, local communities, and the public. We view safety as a fundamental responsibility in all our projects, including those in Kenya. Medical PPE (Personal Protection Equipment) will be provided for your safety.
From arrival to departure, we ensure your comfort and security as you engage in volunteer work. Our comprehensive support system and stringent health and safety protocols are designed to provide peace of mind throughout your Kenyan adventure. For more information or any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Project FAQs
WHY TAKE PART IN A MEDICAL INTERNSHIP IN KENYA?
1. Contribute directly to improving healthcare access and outcomes in underserved communities. Your skills and compassion can make a real difference in people’s lives.
2. Immerse yourself in a new healthcare system, learn from experienced professionals, and develop valuable clinical and interpersonal skills.
3. Step outside your comfort zone, experience a new culture, and gain a deeper understanding of global health challenges.
DO I NEED TO BE A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL TO JOIN THIS INTERNSHIP?
No, but it is preferable for you to have some experience in the areas of medical and healthcare. On enquiry to join this internship, our Destination Specialists will request a copy of your CV or resumé to ascertain whether you can become an intern.
WHAT KIND OF WORK WILL I BE DOING AS A MEDICAL INTERN?
Depending on your qualifications and where you are on your healthcare professional journey, you might assist nurses and doctors, provide home based care in the local community, as well as participate in health education workshops. No matter what your level, you’ll work alongside local professionals and gain valuable experience.
HOW DOES THE MEDICAL INTERNSHIP DIFFER TO THE VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY?
Medical interns will be assisting on far more complex tasks, such as assisting in the maternity wards. You may even assist with a birth! For the internship, you are required to be skilled to some level, but this is not required for volunteering. Depending on your experience included in your CV, our Destination Specialists will advise if the internship is suitable for you or not. The medical internship is also a longer placement than the volunteering placement.
Our favourite weekend activities in Kenya
Make the most of your free weekends in Kenya and explore some of the untamed landscapes, bustling cities and crystal-blue beaches.
Your Enquiry Starts Here
| Duration | Program Fee |
|---|---|
| 4 weeks | $2,300 ($575 per week) |
| 5 weeks | $2,600 ($520 per week) |
| 6 weeks | $2,900 ($484 per week) |
| 8 weeks | $3,500 ($438 per week) |
| 10 weeks | $4,100 ($410 per week) |
| 12 weeks | $4,700 ($392 per week) |
| 4 weeks | £1,775 (£444 per week) |
| 5 weeks | £2,005 (£401 per week) |
| 6 weeks | £2,235 (£373 per week) |
| 8 weeks | £2,695 (£337 per week) |
| 10 weeks | £3,155 (£316 per week) |
| 12 weeks | £3,615 (£302 per week) |
| 4 weeks | €2,095 (€524 per week) |
| 5 weeks | €2,345 (€469 per week) |
| 6 weeks | €2,595 (€433 per week) |
| 8 weeks | €3,095 (€387 per week) |
| 10 weeks | €3,595 (€360 per week) |
| 12 weeks | €4,095 (€342 per week) |
| 4 weeks | $3,395 ($849 per week) |
| 5 weeks | $3,795 ($759 per week) |
| 6 weeks | $4,195 ($700 per week) |
| 8 weeks | $4,995 ($625 per week) |
| 10 weeks | $5,795 ($580 per week) |
| 12 weeks | $6,595 ($550 per week) |
INCLUSIONS
- Secure estate accommodation with 24/7 security
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (Mon-Fri)
- Laundry service
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- All project transport, equipment and resources
- Support from experienced local and international staff
- Full orientation for responsible project contribution
EXCLUSIONS
Price excludes flights, visas, insurance, weekend tours and personal expenses.
MINIMUM STAY
The minimum stay for this internship is 4 weeks.
PROJECT FEE INCLUDES
- Secure estate accommodation with 24/7 security
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner (Mon-Fri)
- Laundry service
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- All project transport, equipment and resources
- Support from experienced local and international staff
- Full orientation for responsible project contribution
PROJECT FEE EXCLUDES
Price excludes flights, visas, insurance, weekend tours and personal expenses.
PARTICIPANT REQUIREMENTS
Our minimum age for this project is 18 years of age.
DO YOU NEED SUPPORT?
Our experienced African Impact team is here to support you.
Project Enquiry
After completing the below project enquiry form, one of our Destination Specialists will get in touch to discuss your volunteer experience and any questions you may have. When you are ready to book, we can send you a booking form or you can book directly from this page too.
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