Picking a career in public health? Discover the benefits of doing a healthcare internship
In today's rapidly changing world, the importance of public health has never been more evident. GVI (Global Vision International) and Rainbow Garden Village are offering healthcare internships that provide a unique opportunity for individuals to make a meaningful impact on the health of communities around the globe.
GVI's healthcare internships, available in Fiji, Cambodia, Thailand, Nepal, and South Africa, are not limited to frontline doctors and nurses. These programs extend to include roles such as educators, community outreach workers, and health communications specialists. Participants might find themselves teaching basic first aid skills, educating on methods of reducing malaria transmission, or sharing knowledge of fitness and nutrition.
One of the key focuses of these internships is addressing gender inequality and improving health outcomes for women and girls. GVI's work in Nepal, for example, uses evidence-based prevention and intervention strategies to help communities develop their own abilities to address issues facing them, and improve their health and wellbeing in the long run. Supporting women and girls in healthcare can have positive long-term effects on the health of the wider community.
The skills and practical experience gained from a GVI healthcare internship can be invaluable when pursuing a career in public health. Participating in an internship, apprenticeship, or fellowship with GVI can help determine if a career in public health is suitable, and can provide a clearer idea of what one might want to study in this field.
Public health is centred around protecting and promoting the health of groups of people, rather than treating diseases, disorders, and disabilities in individuals. Roles in public health also include promoting awareness of healthy living, and working as an educator, community outreach worker, or health communications specialist. There are various scientific fields that might suit an interest in public health, including virology, epidemiology, microbiology, immunology, and vaccine research.
The COVID-19 pandemic has emphasised the importance of public health. Epidemiologists, public health officials, and health communications experts have become familiar and trusted voices in the media during this time. Public health policy analysts review literature on health-related issues and advise government or non-profit organisations on prevention strategies.
For those with a passion for healthcare beyond clinical medicine, public health jobs offer a rewarding career path revolving around health and wellbeing. Internships with organisations such as GVI and Rainbow Garden Village provide a first step on this exciting journey. Whether you're interested in teaching, research, policy, or community outreach, there's a role in public health that could be the perfect fit.
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