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Seeking an Intern for the WFPHA

 

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May 7, 2025

The World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) is currently looking for 1 intern.

WFPHA offers a unique environment for an internship for students in international health and development. Interns are given substantial responsibility for performing activities such as researching and writing articles, establishing contact with health and development NGOs worldwide, planning international conferences, and fundraising. Each internship is structured to suit the needs and interests of the intern, such as working on an individual research assignment, as well as the requirements of WFPHA.

During the internship, interns will further develop their skills and become more familiar with the key issues and actors in international health and development. They will have extensive networking opportunities as WFPHA is an international NGO in official relations with the WHO and has extensive contacts with other organizations worldwide.

The internship will be done remotely.

Qualification and Experience

  • Master student or graduate degree in the area of International Relations or health-related faculties
  • Knowledge of MS Office and Adobe
  • English: A must
  • Good writing skills
  • Eager to work within a multicultural and international environment
  • A good team player with a “can-do” attitude
  • Good at multi-tasking and working with strict deadlines

    Compensation

    The internship is unpaid. The organization does not cover relocation expenses or sponsor international student visas.

    Period

    Starts 1st September 2025, for a minimum of 3 months. The internship may be part-time or full-time.

    Application Deadline

    28th May 2025 

    How to Apply

    If you are interested in applying for the internship, please send a CV and motivation letter to Maria Mata: maria.mata@wfpha.org