Programme Overview
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The Aga Khan University (AKU) is one of 10 agencies of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN). It is a leader in research, teacher education, medical care, and community health systems, with campuses and programmes in South Asia, Central Asia, Europe, and Africa. At AKU, students flourish in a supportive environment that embraces diversity, demands excellence, and encourages leadership and direct engagement with real-world challenges.
The Aga Khan University – International Internship Programme works closely with programme mentors, the local community, University partners and interns. A key strategy for sustaining results is the participatory and inclusive approach of the programme through strong internship planning, implementation, and on-going development.
We are known for:
On-Site Internship
What's Included:
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Professional Internship (40 hours with a dedicated team) | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Internship%20Work%20permit.jpg)
Internship Permits / Work Visas | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Transportation.jpg)
Transportation (To/From Workplace and Airport Transfers) | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/24-7%20Support.jpg)
24 / 7 Support |
![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Meal%20Coupons.JPG) First 7 Days Meal Vouchers
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Cultural and Social Events | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Network%20of%20International%20Contacts.jpg)
Networks of International Contacts | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Career%20Trainings.jpg)
Career Training |
What's Not Included:
- Round trip airfare to Internship location
- Entry visa fee
- Medical and travel insurance
- Accommodation (we strongly recommend interns to choose from a list of options available through AKU, depending on their budget)
- Living costs
The internship coordinators can help you calculate the cost of living and will address any questions you may have to make a decision.
Virtual Internship
What's Included:
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Professional Internship (4 to 12 Weeks &) | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Guidance.png)
Mentor and Team Support | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Team%20work%20and%20guidance.JPG)
Integrated Learning and Work Culture | ![](/careers/iip/PublishingImages/Academic%20credit.png)
Academic Credit
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What's Not Included:
- Internship Allowance
- Medical or any sort of monetary coverage
- On-site traveling
We encourage you to explore our available internship positions and to contact us at aku.iip@aku.edu if you have any questions.