Intern Program

The HIVCorps Internship Program was established in 2003 with three primary purposes:

  1. to provide logistical support for our various HIV-related service projects,
  2. to provide volunteers with the opportunity to work in developing world settings, and
  3. to foster collaborations between the American and Zambian volunteers.

At the start of its fourth year, we have trained 33 American and 22 Zambian interns through a variety of treatment and prevention projects. These include logistical lab support, administrative support for HIV care and treatment, and field support for the implementation of PMTCT programs in rural sites.

HIVCorps/CIDRZ 2004-2005 Interns

HIVCorps/CIDRZ 2005-2006 Interns

HIVCorps/CIDRZ 2006-2007 Interns

Now accepting applications for HIVCorps 2008-2009

Now entering its 5th year, the CIDRZ HIVCorps* initiative is inviting applications from students and recent
graduates who would like to participate in international HIV programs and
research initiatives. Individuals with an interest in each of the programmatic
areas are encouraged to apply:

  1. pediatric antiretroviral therapy scale-up
  2. tuberculosis and HIV co-infection
  3. HIV-related community outreach programs
  4. monitoring of clinical care during rapid scale-up
  5. data management and outcomes analysis
  6. perinatal HIV prevention services
  7. HIV/AIDS clinical trials
  8. women’s reproductive health
  9. laboratory systems in the developing world
  10. grant writing and program development.

The HIVCorps internship is targeted at: medical, nursing or MPH students who are able to
delay their studies for a year; recent graduates of the above programs who wish
to gain international experience; and college graduates (including those
graduating from post-baccalaureate programs) with substantial skills or experience.

A broad range of work experience has proven useful in the past, including
project management, public health, community outreach, study coordination, data
management, statistical analysis, and laboratory expertise. Previous
international experience is beneficial but not a requirement. Overall, 6-10
expatriate interns will be selected for 2008-2009. Work will be based in Lusaka, Zambia, though
travel to various parts of the country may be required.

Duration: 10-12 months (with allowances made for medical / graduate school interviews if
needed). All applicants must be available to start in early July 2008.

Compensation: Interns receive $1000 each month for basic
living expenses and international airfare to Zambia. Group housing, costs
related to program activities, and local and emergency evacuation insurance
will be provided.

Application Procedures: Send your completed application form to Maria Lombe,
administrative coordinator (maria.lombe at cidrz.org).
Deadline for applications is February 28, 2008. Phone interviews will be
conducted for selected applicants; final decisions are expected in April 2008.

Contact Information: For additional information or questions regarding HIVCorps,
contact Maria Lombe. For a more detailed description of CIDRZ activities,
please check our website at www.cidrz.org.