Internship in Global Public Health

The World Federation of Public Health Associations (WFPHA) is currently looking for one intern in the area of Global Public Health.

WFPHA offers a unique internship environment 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 writing and research 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 that is in official relations with WHO and has extensive contacts with other organizations worldwide.

The internship will be done remotely.

Qualification and Experience

• Master’s student or graduate degree in the area of International Relations,  health-related faculties, or economics
• Global Public Health
• Funding
• Knowledge of MS Office and Adobe
• English: A must
• 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

It starts as soon as possible and lasts a minimum of three months. The internship may be part-time or full-time.

Application Deadline

2nd October 2024 

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