Independent Summer Internship: Aga Khan University

Aga Khan University‘s Global Mobility Programme offers on-site, hybrid and virtual internships to students around the world. Internships are full-time (35 hours/week) and range in duration.

Placement Fields

Healthcare

Education

Finance

Data Analysis & IT

Policy & Partnerships

Cultural Development

Environmental Science and Sustainability

Communications & Marketing

What’s Included

The program fee is $1500USD and covers:

  • 2 months of shared accommodation in AKU accommodations
  • Daily Transportation To and from work (for students residing at AKU-provided accommodation only)​
  • Assistance with internship logistics, safety and security (on-site) 
  • Welcome Package:
    • Local SIM card with one-month data and minutes ​​
    • Welcome Breakfast or Lunch with fellow interns and programme coordinators​​
    • 7-day Meal Vouchers
    • AKU Merchandise
  • Full-day historical and cultural excursion(s) in host country
  • Airport Transfers 
  • Access to a holistic Professional Development Curriculum that entails:
  • ​​Internship Completion Certificate

More Information: More information on accommodations, eligibility, and other program details visit the AKU International Internship website.

Co-Curricular Record 

While this is an independent internship, as a partner of the University of Toronto, this experience is still approved for Co-Curricular Record (CCR). Requirements to get the experience CCR verified will be sent to successful applicants. For questions contact global.el@utoronto.ca.

Applications

This is an independently-run internship program by the Aga Khan University, and is not part of CIE. Applicants must apply directly through AKU. By applying to AKU you accept that your application information will be shared with UofT. Please use your @mail.utoronto.ca email address when applying.

Location

Country(ies): Kenya, Tanzania, Pakistan, Uganda
City: Nairobi
Institution: Aga Khan University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: May-August
Run By: Host Institution
For Credit: Co-Curricular Record

Deadlines: Summer Internship: January 31, 2025

Details

Language of Study: English
Level of Study: Undergrad
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Experiential Learning, Internship, Professional/Internship
Tuition & Incidentals: Not for credit
Program Fees: $1500USD
Funding: IE+ Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: All
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.25 (Undergraduates)