Aga Khan University - International Internship Program

In-Person: City: Nairobi Country: Kenya

Virtual: City: Various Country: Various

Aga Khan University - International Internship Program Website

Overview

The Aga Khan University’s Global Mobility Programmes offer unique, carefully curated, and rigorous internship programmes focused on quality and skill-based experience. Interns will develop strong cross-cultural competencies, communications and critical thinking skills, and ethical leadership development.

Internship streams include Health Sciences, Environmental Science & Sustainability, Education, Cultural Development, Communications and Marketing, and Data Science & IT.

​AKU offer On-Site and Virtual Programmes that will build your skills, expand your cultural horizons and establish a network of contact as you begin your professional journey. 

What the program has to offer:

  • Significant and professional experience for international interns who are eager to experience new cultural, social and geographic environments.
  • Paid and unpaid internship opportunities for 8-12 months in East Africa, the Middle East and Central and South Asia. These unique career-related learning experiences will enhance your skills in international and intercultural settings under the mentorship of highly qualified professionals.

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When Can I Go?

Terms Offered: Fall, Winter, Summer

Duration: 3 months to 1 year

Application period for Summer 2024 opens December 15th!

SUMMER 2024
  • Application Period: Dec 15, 2023 to Feb 02, 2024
  • Assessment & Interview: Feb 05, 2024 to March 01, 2024
  • Commencement 1: May 13, 2024​
  • Commencement 2: Jun 10, 2024

Eligibility Requirements

Open to: All Faculties

Level: 3rd and 4th year Undergraduate, Graduate, Recent graduates

See Eligibility.


Internship Positions

Language of Instruction: English

To ensure that we maintain a focus on experiential learning and skills development, the Programme will provide students with 60+ hours of professional development led by AKDN master trainers and faculty, focused on networking, skill-building, and employability.

  • Onsite and Virtual internships available
  • For details regarding Virtual Positions, Timelines, Programme Fee and Partner Discount information, please visit this link

Full full details visit: Aga Khan University - International Internship Program Website


Fees & Costs

Onsite Fee:

Program Fee:$1500USD - includes airport and work transfer, visa/permits, 24/7 support, professional and social workshops, security, meal coupons for first 7 days, mentorship

Accommodation Fee:$500USD/Month of internship

*financial aid may be available from AKU to help with the cost of the program fee

Virtual Fee: $800USD

General fees and costs

Email Program Contact for more comprehensive information.


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Funding Opportunities 

Students receive on average between $1,400-$2,000 in funding.

Over 80% of students who apply get funding.

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