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  • Locations: Accra, Ghana; Cape Coast, Ghana
  • Program Terms: Academic Year, Fall, Maymester, Spring, Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Program Sponsor: Kaya Responsible Travel 
Dates / Deadlines:
Dates / Deadlines:
Term Year App Deadline Decision Date Start Date End Date
Spring 2025 10/15/2024 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA
Maymester 2025 01/01/2025 02/15/2025 TBA TBA
Fall 2025 03/15/2025 ** Rolling Admission TBA TBA

** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
Fact Sheet:
Fact Sheet:
Areas of Study: Education, Finance, Health and Human Services, Health Science, International Studies, Internships, Journalism, Pre-Health, Public Health, Social Policy & Administration, Sports, Sports Science Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English
Click here for a definition of this term Housing Options: Home Stay Program Type: Internship Abroad, Volunteer Abroad
Program Description:
Interested in gaining experience in social and economic development in an international setting? Learn about Ghana - its people, rich history and culture - while building your resume and making a difference!

Programs in Ghana - Intern or Volunteer!

Click on the links below to explore our programs in Ghana:

Internships - Open Now Unless Specified
Dentistry Internship
Microfinance Internship
Public Health Internship
Journalism Internship
Physiotherapy Internship
Public Administration Internship - recruiting for 2023

Volunteering - Open Now Unless Specified
Volunteer in a Laboratory
Volunteer in Hospitals
Teaching
Coach Sports
Literacy Development – recruiting for 2023

To learn more about where you can travel and complete an international internship now, visit our website to read up on all your options!

Getting University Credit
You may be able to gain university credit for your experience abroad. Many universities offer credit, and may classify our program as an internship, experiential education, a global experience or an academic experience, and here at Kaya we can work with you to meet any specific requirements your university may have.
 
Your institution may already be affiliated with Kaya to provide these credits, so ask a Kaya advisor for more details first!

Details, Costs and Deadlines
Start Date: Rolling start dates starting now
Duration: Flexible
Costs: Use the dropdown on the Details and Costs tab on each web listing (see links above) to calculate pricing

What is included in those costs?
Accommodations
Food
Scheduled airport pick up and drop-off
Training: Pre-departure information pack, on-site orientation, cultural tour and project induction
24-hour support
Internship supervision and guidance

What's not included?
Flights
Insurance
Visas
Transfers to and from your placement
Police/government background check: US and UK citizens will be processed through Kaya (admin fees apply); all other nationalities must provide local police check
Any costs for COVID-19 PCR tests required pre-departure and in-country

Contact our Placement Advisors at info@kayavolunteer.com if you have questions about costs, inclusions or anything else!

What about traveling during Covid-19?
As we prepare for a responsible return to travel, our priority at Kaya Responsible Travel is safety. We care deeply about the safety of both our participants and our host communities on the ground. With that in mind, we have developed and implemented extensive plans for selected projects in the Americas, Africa, and Asia where we can safely continue to carry out important work with our participants. You can learn about our reopening plans on our website.

Interested in Applying?
Apply to express your interest and get contacted by one of our Placement Advisors. After they make contact, they can guide you through the process of choosing a Kaya program and submitting a formal application through our website. Our Advisors are friendly and ready to discuss any goals or challenges you wish to share; they can help you prepare to go abroad and answer any questions you may have about Kaya in general, our Covid-19 safety protocols, or specific internship/service opportunities.

Want to Talk to a Placement Advisor Before You Apply?
Not sure if this is the right experience for you? Have questions about costs, getting credit, traveling abroad, or more? Are you considering any other Kaya opportunities? Please do feel free to reach out to our Advisors. They're ready to help - email them anytime at info@kayavolunteer.com.

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